The Carnival (The must-read destination thriller of summer 2026) - Scarlett Brade

A brand-new destination thriller set during an annual carnival in Jamaica from Scarlett Brade, author of The Hive. Perfect for fans of Lucy Clarke, Sarah Ochs, Nikki Smith and Ruth KellyIs the price of the truth worth the cost?The annual carnival on the Jarrett Estate in Jamaica was once a source of celebration. But when the heir to the estate was found dead a year ago, it became a night his mother would never forget.Determined to discover the truth of Collin's death, Jannah Jarrett decides this year's carnival will have a twist - a competition. The task: uncover the truth of Collin's death. The prize: her entire estate.But as the fireworks burst and the partygoers turn detective, what secrets will they bring to light in their search for answers?