Mastodon The Writing Desk: Book Review: The Head Teacher, a chilling new psychological thriller from H.M. Lynn

19 August 2024

Book Review: The Head Teacher, a chilling new psychological thriller from H.M. Lynn


Available from Amazon UK and Amazon US

The higher you climb, the greater the fall. I would never have been hired if they knew what I’d done. My past. St Ann’s is a strict environment, and after one year in the coveted position of head teacher, I know I can’t put a foot wrong.Some don’t think I deserve this. Others are desperate for the job themselves. And one of those people wants to bring me down.


H.M. Lynn's The Head Teacher is a psychological thriller with dark undertones. Liz is a woman navigating the treacherous waters of ambition and deception as she assumes the coveted role of headteacher at St Ann's.

Lynn's masterful storytelling creates an atmosphere of unease that permeates every chapter, building  suspense and leaving clues that keep readers guessing until the final, shocking revelation. The characters are complex and relatable, their motivations shrouded in layers of doubt, making it difficult to be sure who is friend or foe.

I particularly liked the authenticity of the school setting, with compelling details which made me think this would make a great TV drama serial.

What sets The Head Teacher apart is Lynn's ability to delve into the psychological depths of her characters.  The plot twists are unexpected and satisfying, propelling the story forward at a relentless pace. Hannah Lynn's writing is crisp and engaging.

If you are a fan of psychological thrillers that will keep you gripped, The Head Teacher is an an impressive novel that will leave a lasting impression. Five stars out of five.

Tony Riches

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About the Author

Hannah Lynn has had twenty of her works published, spanning a number of genres and has been  translated into half a dozen languages. After travelling extensively, she is now settled back in the UK with her husband, daughter and clowder of cats, she spends her days writing romantic comedies and historical fiction. Find out more from Hannah's website https://www.hannahlynnauthor.com/ and find her o Facebook and Twitter @HMLynnauthor

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