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Actor Gemma Whelan will narrate Paula Hawkins’ latest thriller The Blue Hour (Transworld), publishing in October 2024.
Billed as Hawkins’ "most suspenseful and powerful thriller yet", The Blue Hour is set on the isolated island of Eris. Years ago, it was home to a famous artist Vanessa whose unfaithful husband went missing. Grace now lives on the island and a shocking discovery at an art gallery in London means a visitor comes calling, threatening to reveal Eris’ secrets.
The audiobook will feature an exclusive Q&A between Hawkins and Whelan. The pair will discuss themes, characters and the inspiration that shaped the novel. The audiobook will be published alongside the print edition on 10th October 2024 and be available aross major audiobook platforms.
Hawkins said: "I’ve loved Gemma Whelan in everything she’s been in, from ’Game of Thrones’ to ’Upstart Crow’. I think she’s the perfect actor to bring to life the island of Eris and its strange and complicated inhabitants."
Tom McWhirter, senior editor at Penguin Random House Audio, said: "Gemma Whelan’s ability to convey tension, emotion and nuance will bring Paula Hawkins’ story to life in a way that is both compelling and unforgettable."