{"title":"R.J. Jacobs","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of gripping novels by \u003cem\u003eR.J. Jacobs\u003c\/em\u003e, a master of the crime and thriller genre. Known for his suspenseful narratives and complex characters, Jacobs crafts stories that keep readers on the edge of their seats. His background in psychology brings an insightful depth to his writing, creating thrillers that are not only heart-pounding but also psychologically intriguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eR.J. Jacobs effortlessly intertwines reality with fiction, drawing from his professional experiences to enhance the authenticity and tension in his storytelling. This collection features titles such as \u003cem\u003eAlways the First to Die\u003c\/em\u003e, where every turn of the page reveals shocking twists and captivating drama. Each book promises a journey into the darker facets of the human mind, perfect for fans of intelligent and thought-provoking thrillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our selection today and immerse yourself in the adrenalin-fuelled worlds crafted by R.J. Jacobs. Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering his work for the first time, these novels are sure to become unforgettable favourites in any crime and thriller aficionado's library.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"always-the-first-to-die-by-rj-jacobs-9781728254074","title":"Always the First to Die","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Guest List\u003c\/em\u003e with a 90s slasher edge that begs the question—who will survive when your most famous horror movie comes to life?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor fans of Riley Sager with a classic slasher twist, \u003cem\u003eAlways the First to Die\u003c\/em\u003e follows a former horror movie actress as she returns to the set of her most iconic film, only to find that the strange circumstances begin to resemble the plot of her most famous film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter her husband's death, Lexi has refused to return to the Pinecrest Estate on the Florida Keys, too many hard memories on that strip of land. Memories of meeting her husband on the set of an iconic horror movie, of being cast as an extra, of watching herself get killed on screen. And of scoffing at the rumours of the Pinecrest Estate \"curse,\" until she witnessed a cast member die that very summer. But when her daughter sneaks away to visit her grandfather, legendary horror movie director Rick Plummer, Lexi is forced to face her past. That's when a Category Four hurricane changes course, and hits the southern coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnable to get through to her daughter, Lexi drives to the Keys in the wake of the storm. What she finds is an island without cell service, without power, and with limited police presence. 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