Cul-De-Sac by Douglas Kennedy

Cul-de-Sac by Douglas Kennedy is actually a psychological thriller set in the Australian outback. The story follows the protagonist, Jack, who is a successful but disillusioned man from New York. He decides to escape his troubled life and take a road trip through the remote, harsh landscape of the Australian outback. Jack finds himself in a secluded, seemingly tranquil town where he encounters a series of unsettling events. He becomes involved with a mysterious woman and a local family, which leads to a web of secrets, tension, and danger. As Jack’s journey unfolds, he is forced to confront the darker aspects of his own life and make choices that will impact his future. The novel combines a tense atmosphere with themes of isolation, trust, and survival.