The Family Friend

The Family Friend

Author: Claire Douglas Listening Length: 10h 42m

When Imogen is told she’s inherited a country house near Bath, she thinks it must be a mistake. She last saw its owner, reclusive artist Dorothea Roe, sixteen years ago, during a tragic summer which changed her life for ever. Now, with partner Josh in tow, it’s a chance for a fresh start. But after discovering an old...

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Chapter 15 Imogen

Imogen

‘What are we going to do?’ I wail.

We’ve tried everything. We’ve tried endlessly to move the hatch door, we’ve shouted for help, we’ve drummed our fists against the metal, but to no avail. It won’t budge. We could hear the dogs barking at first but now there is just an eerie silence.

Dennis looks grey and keeps pulling at the collar of his jumper. He clutches his chest and I’m worried he’s about to have a heart attack.