They Looked Away

By Patricia Dixon

A chilling psychological thriller from bestelling Patricia Dixon, perfect for fans of Freida McFadden and Lisa Jewell He survived the spotlight. Now he must survive the truth.

Joe Jarrett thought he'd escaped his past. Once the charismatic frontman of one of the world's biggest rock bands, he now lives a quiet life by the sea, far from the fame and scandal that almost destroyed him.

But when his son brings home a new girlfriend, an explosive expos thrusts Joe's former band back into the spotlight, reviving allegations of rape, murder and a young girl left to die on tour.

Then the letters begin.

As long-buried secrets resurface, Joe is forced to confront a night he's spent years trying to forget. Because someone knows the truth - and they're determined to make him face it.

Previously published as Venus Was Her Name.

Praise for Patricia Dixon:

'A clever, tense page-turner with incredible twists and turns.' DE White

'Actually gave me goosepimples up and down my arms and legs. Excellent ' Jocelyn Dexter

'Every time I thought I had things sussed out, there was another slam dunk twist. I loved it. Grabbed my interest right from the start and kept me gripped right to the end' Reader Review

'I couldn't put it down. So many stomach turns. Strong characters.' Reader Review

'A very accomplished book that hits all the right notes in all the right places. This would make a great movie or mini-series. Highly recommended.' Reader Review

'This book is superbly written, I am so glad I was introduced to this wonderful author. She tackles a highly topical controversial and emotive subject in this read and does so with expertise.' Reader Review

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1807342255
• ISBN13: 9781807342258
• Release Date: October 2026
• Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.1" x 7.8"