Abroad

About the book

The city of Grifonia, Italy, is filled with ancient secrets - secrets of betrayal and murder that have been buried for centuries. Taz, a young student from Britain who has just arrived for her study abroad program, imagines her time in Italy to be filled with leisurely wine tastings and breathtaking views of the Umbrian countryside.

However, her expectations are shattered when she becomes entangled with a group of privileged and daring girls known as the B4. What starts as a dreamy escapade quickly transforms into a thrilling and risky journey through the tangled web of friendship and desire.

Comparable to Donna Tartt's famed novel, The Secret History, this gripping story of adolescent turmoil will captivate readers. Taz, filled with a mix of fear and curiosity, embraces the challenges of living in a foreign country. Her American roommate, Claire, watches over her with concern, particularly when their affections for the same man complicate their relationship.

Unseen are the dangers lurking nearby - the hidden truths concealed by companions and lovers alike. Unseen, too, is a powerful force pulling them towards a harrowing fate. Inspired by true events and crafted with finesse by the skilled author, Katie Crouch, this novel showcases her storytelling prowess at its peak.