Eight strangers. One hostel. A web of secrets that could cost them their lives. The Vacation, a gripping thriller from John Marrs, bestselling author of The One.

Venice Beach, Los Angeles. A sun-kissed paradise that draws tourists to its golden shores and the allure of Hollywood glamour. But for eight guests at a beachfront hostel, something far more sinister lies beneath the surface.

Each of them is on the run, desperate to escape a dark past. And they all harbour secrets they'd kill to keep hidden. . .

As their stories intertwine, tensions rise and suspicions grow. In a city where dreams are built and broken, these strangers will soon learn that the truth always catches up with you.

Pulsing with drama and suspense, The Vacation deftly weaves a diverse cast into an emotionally charged, addictive thriller. Perfect for fans of pulse-pounding page-turners with jaw-dropping twists.

Praise for John Marrs:

'For the addicts of adrenaline-fuelled twisty rides' – Peter James, author of Stop Them Dead

'I found it impossible to put down' – Alex Michaelides, author of The Fury

'Brilliantly addictive' – C.J. Tudor, author of The Gathering

Readers are hooked on The Vacation:

'A real page turner! I was hooked from the beginning'

'So many unexpected twists and turns'

'Great characters, wild twists, and he strikes the perfect emotional chords'

'I loved everything about this book'

Previously published as Welcome to Wherever You Are, this is a re-edited release.