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The Weekend
Welcome to THE WEEKEND . . .
When a group of friends rent a converted farmhouse in the Yorkshire Dales, they have little idea that this one weekend may change the course of their lives forever.
While out on a walk, a storm descends and the friends take shelter in the mouth of an old lead mine. Inside, they discover a backpack filled with more money than they've ever seen.
Of course, they agree, they will hand the money to the police at the first opportunity. But as the storm continues and time passes, some of the party begin to think again. Because there are secrets festering at the heart of this group. Debt. Blackmail. A career on the brink. Problems that could be solved instantly with an unexpected windfall.
And perhaps they don't know each other as well as thought they did.
Before long, six good friends find themselves sliding headlong into a world of deceit, treachery, betrayal and murder . . .
When a group of friends rent a converted farmhouse in the Yorkshire Dales, they have little idea that this one weekend may change the course of their lives forever.
While out on a walk, a storm descends and the friends take shelter in the mouth of an old lead mine. Inside, they discover a backpack filled with more money than they've ever seen.
Of course, they agree, they will hand the money to the police at the first opportunity. But as the storm continues and time passes, some of the party begin to think again. Because there are secrets festering at the heart of this group. Debt. Blackmail. A career on the brink. Problems that could be solved instantly with an unexpected windfall.
And perhaps they don't know each other as well as thought they did.
Before long, six good friends find themselves sliding headlong into a world of deceit, treachery, betrayal and murder . . .
422 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 26, 2026
About the author
T.M. Logan
25 books4,148 followersTim’s thrillers have sold more than three million copies in the UK and are published in translation in 22 other countries including Italy, Spain, Sweden, Portugal, France, Germany, Poland, Hungary, Serbia, Greece, South Korea, Romania and the Netherlands.
His 2025 novel, THE DAUGHTER, opens as Lauren arrives to pick up her daughter from university at the end of her first term – only to find a stranger answering the door. Evie’s not there, has not been there for weeks, in fact she's vanished without trace. With her young son in tow, Lauren sets off on a desperate search into the dark heart of London to find Evie before she’s lost forever…
His previous novel, THE DREAM HOME, is about a family who move into a rambling Victorian house hoping it will be their 'forever home'. But it's not long before they start to uncover secrets contained within those walls, including a hidden room on the top floor. And by the time they realise the past is better left buried, it's already too late...
THE HOLIDAY was a Richard & Judy Book Club pick and spent ten weeks in the Sunday Times paperback top ten. It has since won a Nielsen Bestseller Award and been made into a four-part TV drama starring Jill Halfpenny (currently available on Netflix UK).
THE CATCH, about a father convinced his daughter is about to marry a man with terrible secrets, has also been made into a TV drama starring Jason Watkins, Poppy Gilbert, Aneurin Barnard and Cathy Belton (also on Netflix UK).
His other books are THE MOTHER, THE CURFEW, TRUST ME, LIES and 29 SECONDS.
Tim was born in Berkshire and studied in London and Cardiff before becoming a national newspaper journalist. He lives in Nottinghamshire with his wife and two children, and writes in a cabin in the corner of his garden.
For exclusive writing and new releases from TM Logan, sign up to the Readers’ Club: www.bit.ly/TMLogan.
His 2025 novel, THE DAUGHTER, opens as Lauren arrives to pick up her daughter from university at the end of her first term – only to find a stranger answering the door. Evie’s not there, has not been there for weeks, in fact she's vanished without trace. With her young son in tow, Lauren sets off on a desperate search into the dark heart of London to find Evie before she’s lost forever…
His previous novel, THE DREAM HOME, is about a family who move into a rambling Victorian house hoping it will be their 'forever home'. But it's not long before they start to uncover secrets contained within those walls, including a hidden room on the top floor. And by the time they realise the past is better left buried, it's already too late...
THE HOLIDAY was a Richard & Judy Book Club pick and spent ten weeks in the Sunday Times paperback top ten. It has since won a Nielsen Bestseller Award and been made into a four-part TV drama starring Jill Halfpenny (currently available on Netflix UK).
THE CATCH, about a father convinced his daughter is about to marry a man with terrible secrets, has also been made into a TV drama starring Jason Watkins, Poppy Gilbert, Aneurin Barnard and Cathy Belton (also on Netflix UK).
His other books are THE MOTHER, THE CURFEW, TRUST ME, LIES and 29 SECONDS.
Tim was born in Berkshire and studied in London and Cardiff before becoming a national newspaper journalist. He lives in Nottinghamshire with his wife and two children, and writes in a cabin in the corner of his garden.
For exclusive writing and new releases from TM Logan, sign up to the Readers’ Club: www.bit.ly/TMLogan.
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February 26, 2026
What would you do?????? Six friends (3 couples) go away to celebrate the new year. On a walk through the countyside, a water bottle gets lost in a cave/mine and they find a leather bag filled with cash!!!! What to do?????? It's a HUGE amount of money. They could all use some, but will they take the moral high ground and turn it in to the police or will they keep the money????? What would you do?
It's a slippery slope and soon the group has made their decision. But is it a decision that they can live with? Tensions rise and soon, the group of friends will find out that there are consequences for the decisions they have made.
This was a fast and gripping read. I love how the friends begin to unravel as they grapple with the decision they have made. Secrets, lies, and decisions will soon see the light of day. Tension and dread ooze from the pages. I enjoyed the suspense and tense feel of this book.
Thank you to Bonnier Books UK | Zaffre and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
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It's a slippery slope and soon the group has made their decision. But is it a decision that they can live with? Tensions rise and soon, the group of friends will find out that there are consequences for the decisions they have made.
This was a fast and gripping read. I love how the friends begin to unravel as they grapple with the decision they have made. Secrets, lies, and decisions will soon see the light of day. Tension and dread ooze from the pages. I enjoyed the suspense and tense feel of this book.
Thank you to Bonnier Books UK | Zaffre and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
Read more of my reviews at www.openbookposts.com 📖
March 8, 2026
The characters felt very real to me, and it really was a story illustrating how the easy way out might not be the smartest choice.
March 9, 2026
➡️ IN THE BEGINNING.....
There were six friends. five secrets, and a backpack with £1.6 million pounds.
This deliciously dark thriller was explosive, gasp-worthy, and unputdownable.
➡️ What would you do if you found a backpack filled to the brim with cash?
* Would you turn it over to the police?
* Or would you keep it?
What began as a moral dilemma about returning "buried treasure" quickly exploded into a claustrophobic nightmare of clandestine secrets, mounting paranoia, and shocking betrayals.
Strong characterizations were seamlessly paired with masterclass tension. suspense and relentless momentum.
The reveals were gut-wrenching and perfectly paced.
The dialogue was sharp, biting, and incredibly realistic.
➡️ This was peak T.M. Logan:
Twisty, character-driven suspense that kept me guessing until the jaw-dropping finale.
I listened to the audiobook, expertly narrated by Nicola Walker.
This was a difficult book to narrate, and Nicola Walker's performance was outstanding.
➡️ One of my besties of 2026.
All the stars!
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
May 12, 2026
The Weekend by TM Logan narrated by Nicola Walker was a fast paced thriller that kept me engaged to the very end, the characters were likeable & well written.
Six friends three couples decide to rent a converted Farmhouse in Yorkshire Dales, they have little idea that the weekend will change their lives forever.
While out on a walk a storm comes the friends find a backpack in a cave full of money, They decide between them they will hand the money over to the authorities but suddenly greed & secrets start to appear.
I love TM Logan he always delivers 4 thrilling stars . ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.
Six friends three couples decide to rent a converted Farmhouse in Yorkshire Dales, they have little idea that the weekend will change their lives forever.
While out on a walk a storm comes the friends find a backpack in a cave full of money, They decide between them they will hand the money over to the authorities but suddenly greed & secrets start to appear.
I love TM Logan he always delivers 4 thrilling stars . ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.
May 23, 2026
Six friends go away for the weekend are on a hike when a sudden storm leads them to take shelter in an old abandoned mine.
They come across a backpack filled with money. A lot of money. 1.6 million pounds in fact.
What would you do? Keep it? Or notify the authorities?
They decide to take it to the police at the first opportunity but after sleeping on it, doubt creeps in for some of the six. Wouldn’t this windfall change their lives and ease their money troubles?
Well yes, and no. It certainly changes their lives but it does nothing to ease their troubles. You know what they say about the love of money!
What follows is a tale of secrets, betrayals, and deceit. Things go from bad to worse and the unrelenting tension kept my AirPods in my ears.
Another fast-paced thriller from this author. I listened to an interview with the author when I finished and enjoyed hearing how he got the inspiration for this novel.
They come across a backpack filled with money. A lot of money. 1.6 million pounds in fact.
What would you do? Keep it? Or notify the authorities?
They decide to take it to the police at the first opportunity but after sleeping on it, doubt creeps in for some of the six. Wouldn’t this windfall change their lives and ease their money troubles?
Well yes, and no. It certainly changes their lives but it does nothing to ease their troubles. You know what they say about the love of money!
What follows is a tale of secrets, betrayals, and deceit. Things go from bad to worse and the unrelenting tension kept my AirPods in my ears.
Another fast-paced thriller from this author. I listened to an interview with the author when I finished and enjoyed hearing how he got the inspiration for this novel.
February 26, 2026
A near perfect read from this author who does friends, dilemma’s and drama so well
Here we meet 6 friends ( 3 couples ) who on a New Years Break find 1.5 Million pounds, all have differing views what to do with it and the then consequences of their decisions make the ongoing story
For me the theme throughout was ‘What would I do?’, What would any of us really do if that amount of money was presented to us with it never being able to be traced back to us, if my answer had been ‘Keep it’ ( of course wouldn’t have been! ) then this story would have changed my decision as the chaos, the lies and the unravelling of the 6’s life was not worth even that vast amount
Splendidly told, attention grabbing and holding all the way through
Loved it
Here we meet 6 friends ( 3 couples ) who on a New Years Break find 1.5 Million pounds, all have differing views what to do with it and the then consequences of their decisions make the ongoing story
For me the theme throughout was ‘What would I do?’, What would any of us really do if that amount of money was presented to us with it never being able to be traced back to us, if my answer had been ‘Keep it’ ( of course wouldn’t have been! ) then this story would have changed my decision as the chaos, the lies and the unravelling of the 6’s life was not worth even that vast amount
Splendidly told, attention grabbing and holding all the way through
Loved it
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
TM Logan books are always a wild ride and so enjoyable to read. The Weekend is a twisty and dark thriller about a group of friends who find a bag of money on their weekend away to the Yorkshire Moors.
Money changes everything right? Well these 6 friends are about to find out. What would you do? On a hike, escaping from the rain, they discover a backpack filled with cash, £1.6 million pounds in fact. Nothing good can come from taking it and yet the temptation is overwhelming for them. It is the beginning of a dangerous game where they don’t know who they can trust.
I love his this author puts ordinary people with ordinary problems into very difficult situations to see how they will react and cope. Makes you think what you would do.
Another winner from a favourite author, his 10th book is fantastic.
Thank you so much to Bonnier Books UK for my advanced reading copy. Publishes on February 26th.
Money changes everything right? Well these 6 friends are about to find out. What would you do? On a hike, escaping from the rain, they discover a backpack filled with cash, £1.6 million pounds in fact. Nothing good can come from taking it and yet the temptation is overwhelming for them. It is the beginning of a dangerous game where they don’t know who they can trust.
I love his this author puts ordinary people with ordinary problems into very difficult situations to see how they will react and cope. Makes you think what you would do.
Another winner from a favourite author, his 10th book is fantastic.
Thank you so much to Bonnier Books UK for my advanced reading copy. Publishes on February 26th.
April 24, 2026
⭐️ ⭐️
Started off great then turned into a bunch of convoluted bullshit!
Started off great then turned into a bunch of convoluted bullshit!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
The Weekend, is an addictive, fast paced novel by TM. Logan that illustrates how quickly friendship can fracture when temptation, secrecy, and fear collide. What begins as a relaxing getaway in the rugged beauty of the Yorkshire Dales soon spirals into a nightmare that none of the characters envisaged.
A group of long-time friends rent a converted farmhouse for a weekend of walking, food, and catching up. The setting feels idyllic and familiar, but all that is shortly going to change. A sudden storm forces the group to shelter in the entrance of an old lead mine, where they stumble upon a backpack stuffed with an astonishing amount of cash. At first, the decision seems obvious, hand it in to the police as soon as possible.
But as the storm rages on and escape is delayed, cracks begin to appear. Hidden debts, personal obsessions, faltering careers, and long-buried resentments surface, and the promise of instant solutions becomes dangerously seductive. The money isn’t just a find, it’s a test, exposing how little these friends truly know about one another.
The tension is constantly rising throughout the novel and the shifting perspectives tell of each character’s private fears and justifications. A claustrophobic setting, together with the tension mounting from the moral choices they face create an atmosphere thick with suspicion. Trust erodes quickly, and the descent into deceit and betrayal feels both shocking and disturbingly plausible.
As the weekend unravels, the stakes rise dramatically, culminating in violence and consequences that cannot be undone. The Weekend is a gripping exploration of greed, loyalty, and the thin line between doing the right thing and doing what’s easiest.
A fast-paced novel with an intriguing plot. Moral dilemma’s, where one bad decision and one dangerous secret, can change everything.
I would like to thank both Netgalley and Bonnier Books for supplying a copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.
A group of long-time friends rent a converted farmhouse for a weekend of walking, food, and catching up. The setting feels idyllic and familiar, but all that is shortly going to change. A sudden storm forces the group to shelter in the entrance of an old lead mine, where they stumble upon a backpack stuffed with an astonishing amount of cash. At first, the decision seems obvious, hand it in to the police as soon as possible.
But as the storm rages on and escape is delayed, cracks begin to appear. Hidden debts, personal obsessions, faltering careers, and long-buried resentments surface, and the promise of instant solutions becomes dangerously seductive. The money isn’t just a find, it’s a test, exposing how little these friends truly know about one another.
The tension is constantly rising throughout the novel and the shifting perspectives tell of each character’s private fears and justifications. A claustrophobic setting, together with the tension mounting from the moral choices they face create an atmosphere thick with suspicion. Trust erodes quickly, and the descent into deceit and betrayal feels both shocking and disturbingly plausible.
As the weekend unravels, the stakes rise dramatically, culminating in violence and consequences that cannot be undone. The Weekend is a gripping exploration of greed, loyalty, and the thin line between doing the right thing and doing what’s easiest.
A fast-paced novel with an intriguing plot. Moral dilemma’s, where one bad decision and one dangerous secret, can change everything.
I would like to thank both Netgalley and Bonnier Books for supplying a copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.
June 27, 2026
**3.5 Stars - rounding up to 4 Stars as it kept my interest**
Whenever I spot a book featuring one of my favourite actors Nicola Walker’s narration, I have to check it out. This one was particularly intriguing.
Three married couples decide to rent a farmhouse together and everything seems perfect until they venture out for a walk. They’re caught in a storm in the Yorkshire Dales and desperate for shelter they stumble upon an old lead mine. While waiting out the storm they discover a backpack filled with money.
Back at the farmhouse they find it’s over a million pounds! Initially, they consider handing it over to the police but then they change their minds. Reflecting, they decide to divide it up and keep it.
However, each couple is hiding secrets and danger looms. Someone’s onto them and they face a deadline to return the money. As secrets are revealed, none of them can rest on their laurels, the tension escalates.
The grand reveal, the truth behind everything, was both shocking and ridiculous. It illustrated how desperation can cloud judgement.
Whenever I spot a book featuring one of my favourite actors Nicola Walker’s narration, I have to check it out. This one was particularly intriguing.
Three married couples decide to rent a farmhouse together and everything seems perfect until they venture out for a walk. They’re caught in a storm in the Yorkshire Dales and desperate for shelter they stumble upon an old lead mine. While waiting out the storm they discover a backpack filled with money.
Back at the farmhouse they find it’s over a million pounds! Initially, they consider handing it over to the police but then they change their minds. Reflecting, they decide to divide it up and keep it.
However, each couple is hiding secrets and danger looms. Someone’s onto them and they face a deadline to return the money. As secrets are revealed, none of them can rest on their laurels, the tension escalates.
The grand reveal, the truth behind everything, was both shocking and ridiculous. It illustrated how desperation can cloud judgement.
February 9, 2026
I was really intrigued by the premise of this book. Six friends on a weekend away find a bag containing a large amount of money and quickly realise they cannot agree on what to do with it.
As the story unfolds, each character is revealed to be far more morally grey than first impressions suggest. Everyone has secrets and their own reasons for wanting the money, which creates tension and mistrust within the group. I liked how this explored how quickly friendships can unravel when temptation is introduced.
Helen, the main character, was likeable and easy to root for, while some of the others were much harder to warm to, though that felt intentional.
I did find some of the plot twists a bit too far fetched, particularly in the second half where things started to feel unrealistic and occasionally a little silly. That took me out of the story and stopped it from fully gripping me.
Overall, this was an enjoyable and easy to read thriller with a strong hook, but it did not break any new ground for me.
As the story unfolds, each character is revealed to be far more morally grey than first impressions suggest. Everyone has secrets and their own reasons for wanting the money, which creates tension and mistrust within the group. I liked how this explored how quickly friendships can unravel when temptation is introduced.
Helen, the main character, was likeable and easy to root for, while some of the others were much harder to warm to, though that felt intentional.
I did find some of the plot twists a bit too far fetched, particularly in the second half where things started to feel unrealistic and occasionally a little silly. That took me out of the story and stopped it from fully gripping me.
Overall, this was an enjoyable and easy to read thriller with a strong hook, but it did not break any new ground for me.
March 29, 2026
3.5 / 5.0
Overall it’s not a bad book, great characters that feel genuine, have actual real life problems and sound like what you would expect for a group of people in the mid life with kids off to university. My only bone to pick was how abrupt the books ending felt, once everything was done - boom book ends but also there are also questions left unanswered. I found the book incredibly suspenseful and what better location to have this all happen but in the North Yorkshire which is always a nice treat! I found every twist had the perfect timing, the plot seemed credible and realistic up to a point (it made some logical sense). Everything had a purpose to the book but just wasn’t too happy about how everything went down and abrupt it all felt.
The book centres around a group of friends that rent a converted farmhouse in the Yorkshire dales, they have little to no idea that this weekend would change their lives forever. While out for a walk and stuck in the rain, the group finds shelter in the mouth of an old lead mine. Inside they discover a backpack filled with money of £1.6 million exact in cash. The great British pound sterling. The groups logic initially is to hand it over to the police, but as the storm continues the party begins to think again. It’s clear everyone is hiding a secret, debt, obsessions, career on the edge, drugs - this can solve everyone’s problems. But after they all return back from their trip, the group of friends finds themselves sliding into a world of deceit, treachery, betrayal and murder??
Overall it’s not a bad read, it’s a great read if you’re looking to get stuck into something that will pass time. Once you start you definitely don’t want to stop until you get to the end!
Overall it’s not a bad book, great characters that feel genuine, have actual real life problems and sound like what you would expect for a group of people in the mid life with kids off to university. My only bone to pick was how abrupt the books ending felt, once everything was done - boom book ends but also there are also questions left unanswered. I found the book incredibly suspenseful and what better location to have this all happen but in the North Yorkshire which is always a nice treat! I found every twist had the perfect timing, the plot seemed credible and realistic up to a point (it made some logical sense). Everything had a purpose to the book but just wasn’t too happy about how everything went down and abrupt it all felt.
The book centres around a group of friends that rent a converted farmhouse in the Yorkshire dales, they have little to no idea that this weekend would change their lives forever. While out for a walk and stuck in the rain, the group finds shelter in the mouth of an old lead mine. Inside they discover a backpack filled with money of £1.6 million exact in cash. The great British pound sterling. The groups logic initially is to hand it over to the police, but as the storm continues the party begins to think again. It’s clear everyone is hiding a secret, debt, obsessions, career on the edge, drugs - this can solve everyone’s problems. But after they all return back from their trip, the group of friends finds themselves sliding into a world of deceit, treachery, betrayal and murder??
Overall it’s not a bad read, it’s a great read if you’re looking to get stuck into something that will pass time. Once you start you definitely don’t want to stop until you get to the end!
December 29, 2025
I’m in the minority but this book was a complete nonsense read. It guessed the ‘twist’ immediately. I could have actually written it myself.
The story had potential, finding money, splintering the group but it ended up like a fantasy for bored housewives. No thanks, completely silly, threads in the story that went nowhere, totally silly resolutions to situations.
Nonsense! Thanks to Net Galley for the advance copy
The story had potential, finding money, splintering the group but it ended up like a fantasy for bored housewives. No thanks, completely silly, threads in the story that went nowhere, totally silly resolutions to situations.
Nonsense! Thanks to Net Galley for the advance copy
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 17, 2026
3.5 stars
I loved the premise of this book! 6 friends on their usual new year's eve trek stumble upon a bag hidden in a cave containing an obscene amount of cash. What do they do? Keep it to themselves or hand it in to the authorities. This is a very human dilemma but when there are multiple opinions and motivations the plot always thickens.
The story is set up nicely told from varying points of views but mainly from Helen's perspective. We see the characters debating their moral dilemma and coming up with a plan for its outcome, but when things suddenly fall by the wayside the scramble to try and fix it becomes a bit messy as attempt after attempt are thwarted when each person is holding secrets from the others.
I admit I took a LOT longer to get through this book than I should have for personal reasons and I think I lost the momentum slightly, but this is an easy read with very human reactions. I admit I did not see the twists coming but that was mainly because I didn't expect this to be that type of book. I'd class this as suspense not so much thriller.
Overall a decent read with a very interesting concept that many could relate to. I just wish the execution would have left me wanting more.
Many thanks to Bonnier Books who provided me with a copy of the book for review via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
I loved the premise of this book! 6 friends on their usual new year's eve trek stumble upon a bag hidden in a cave containing an obscene amount of cash. What do they do? Keep it to themselves or hand it in to the authorities. This is a very human dilemma but when there are multiple opinions and motivations the plot always thickens.
The story is set up nicely told from varying points of views but mainly from Helen's perspective. We see the characters debating their moral dilemma and coming up with a plan for its outcome, but when things suddenly fall by the wayside the scramble to try and fix it becomes a bit messy as attempt after attempt are thwarted when each person is holding secrets from the others.
I admit I took a LOT longer to get through this book than I should have for personal reasons and I think I lost the momentum slightly, but this is an easy read with very human reactions. I admit I did not see the twists coming but that was mainly because I didn't expect this to be that type of book. I'd class this as suspense not so much thriller.
Overall a decent read with a very interesting concept that many could relate to. I just wish the execution would have left me wanting more.
Many thanks to Bonnier Books who provided me with a copy of the book for review via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
September 9, 2026
Such a great premise from the reliable T. M. Logan as a group of friends stumble upon a backpack filled with more money than they've ever seen when sheltering from the weather in an old lead mine.
Each couple has the own story and soon there's a division between the group with some believing it should be handed into the police, whilst some want to keep it.
That's the main crux of the novel, would you keep it?
As that sort of money would help solve some problems for some of the six who have their own secrets, though with that amount of cash there's going to be repercussions.
A nice quick read with intresting characters and an enjoyable plot.
Each couple has the own story and soon there's a division between the group with some believing it should be handed into the police, whilst some want to keep it.
That's the main crux of the novel, would you keep it?
As that sort of money would help solve some problems for some of the six who have their own secrets, though with that amount of cash there's going to be repercussions.
A nice quick read with intresting characters and an enjoyable plot.
March 24, 2026
4.25 stars
April 13, 2026
Release date: 02-26-26
Length: 11 hrs and 41 mins
Narrated by Nicola Walker
What would you do if you found a backpack filled with loads of cash? Would you turn it over to the police? Or would you keep it in the hopes that no one finds out?
Three married couples Helen and Jason, Christian and Miranda and Dev and Kat face this dilemma when they find a backpack full of cash. Some of the friends want to keep the money, others want to do the right thing and hand over the money. As the story progress we see the characters reasons for wanting to keep or give away the money. When information about the money's origin start to emerge, things start to go downhill fast.
I enjoyed this book right from the start and it was fun to think what I would do in similar situation. So it was enjoyable to compare what the fictional characters did and how much deeper into the mess they buried themselves.
I loved how author took 6 ordinary people and put them in a situation that could make their lives better or ... end it. I could feel the urgency, and dark feeling of dread and panic raising as the story progressed. The character's problems and their decisions sounded so incredibly realistic. There were so many dilemmas, secrets and twists that kept me guessing how it all ends. The story was mainly told from Helen's perspective but we also get glimpses from other character's POVs and it made me wonder how well do we really know the closest to us.
Length: 11 hrs and 41 mins
Narrated by Nicola Walker
What would you do if you found a backpack filled with loads of cash? Would you turn it over to the police? Or would you keep it in the hopes that no one finds out?
Three married couples Helen and Jason, Christian and Miranda and Dev and Kat face this dilemma when they find a backpack full of cash. Some of the friends want to keep the money, others want to do the right thing and hand over the money. As the story progress we see the characters reasons for wanting to keep or give away the money. When information about the money's origin start to emerge, things start to go downhill fast.
I enjoyed this book right from the start and it was fun to think what I would do in similar situation. So it was enjoyable to compare what the fictional characters did and how much deeper into the mess they buried themselves.
I loved how author took 6 ordinary people and put them in a situation that could make their lives better or ... end it. I could feel the urgency, and dark feeling of dread and panic raising as the story progressed. The character's problems and their decisions sounded so incredibly realistic. There were so many dilemmas, secrets and twists that kept me guessing how it all ends. The story was mainly told from Helen's perspective but we also get glimpses from other character's POVs and it made me wonder how well do we really know the closest to us.
April 7, 2026
2.5 stars rounded up
Positives: his trademark ordinary/everyday characters are abundant.
The very real moral dilemma is believable
The what would I do question lurks throughout the book.
Negatives: it’s one of his slowest paced novels.
Character decisions are at times completely illogical.
The few red herrings are predictable.
Ultimately, the pace killed this for me.
I love TM Logan’s books and will continue to read whatever he writes, but this one was not one of my favourites.
Positives: his trademark ordinary/everyday characters are abundant.
The very real moral dilemma is believable
The what would I do question lurks throughout the book.
Negatives: it’s one of his slowest paced novels.
Character decisions are at times completely illogical.
The few red herrings are predictable.
Ultimately, the pace killed this for me.
I love TM Logan’s books and will continue to read whatever he writes, but this one was not one of my favourites.
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December 22, 2025I'm a big fan of some of TM Logan's previous novels so I was delighted to be approved for the latest ARC. Although the synopsis sounded vaguely familiar (group of friends stumble upon loot and have decidedly different opinions on what to do with it), I was still intrigued as to where he would take it and it did stand out from previous novels.
The group of friends in question are three couples and when they come across the bag of money (over £1m), arguments ensue both between, and within, the couples as to whether they should hand it in or divide it between them. However, what is clear is that the money belongs to someone and both they, as well as the Police, are keen to track it down.
I did really enjoy this one and my enjoyment was only tempered by one thing which was that a mid-point twist was very similar to a book I have read recently so I saw it coming a mile off (and I never see twists coming) which meant I wasn't hit by it the same way I normally would have been. To be clear, that is not a criticism of the book, it is a clever twist which really turns the story on its head, but I did see it coming.
TM Logan seems to have a loyal group of fans and it is clear to see why. If you haven't read his books yet, what are you waiting for?
Thanks to Netgalley and Bonnier Books UK | Zaffre for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
P.S This is my 200th novel of the year and I have officially completed by 2025 reading challenge 9 days early :)
The group of friends in question are three couples and when they come across the bag of money (over £1m), arguments ensue both between, and within, the couples as to whether they should hand it in or divide it between them. However, what is clear is that the money belongs to someone and both they, as well as the Police, are keen to track it down.
I did really enjoy this one and my enjoyment was only tempered by one thing which was that a mid-point twist was very similar to a book I have read recently so I saw it coming a mile off (and I never see twists coming) which meant I wasn't hit by it the same way I normally would have been. To be clear, that is not a criticism of the book, it is a clever twist which really turns the story on its head, but I did see it coming.
TM Logan seems to have a loyal group of fans and it is clear to see why. If you haven't read his books yet, what are you waiting for?
Thanks to Netgalley and Bonnier Books UK | Zaffre for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
P.S This is my 200th novel of the year and I have officially completed by 2025 reading challenge 9 days early :)
March 5, 2026
Rating: 3.2/5
A group of six friends holidaying in the Yorkshire Dales stumble across a backpack containing an eye-watering amount of money - but what should they do with it? Obviously they should hand it in to the authorities, but if they were to hang on to it, would anyone ever really know?
"The Weekend" is Tim Logan's tenth novel. I struggled with some of his earlier efforts, which often flattered to deceive, but the four novels prior to this one were all very impressive and cemented him as one of my "must read" authors. That said, although "The Weekend" is good enough and makes for an entertaining read, it isn't up to the standard of the four books that preceded it.
I noted as I was reading "The Weekend" that the premise reminded me very much of Scott Smith's "A Simple Plan", which was subsequently made into a film starring Bill Paxton and Billy Bob Thornton. As it transpires, Tim Logan states in his acknowledgments that "A Simple Plan" was indeed his inspiration for this story. Unfortunately, I don't think this story will make such a lasting impression as "A Simple Plan". It is decent enough, but the plot developments stretch credulity a touch too much and the characters lack any great depth and don't arouse much in the way of empathy. Stylistically, it is quite filmic and it certainly wouldn't be a surprise to see this being brought to the small screen as a couple of Tim Logan's previous books have been.
Overall, even though not his best, this is a pleasant enough way to spend a few hours and I have little doubt that I will be returning for book eleven from T.M. Logan.
A group of six friends holidaying in the Yorkshire Dales stumble across a backpack containing an eye-watering amount of money - but what should they do with it? Obviously they should hand it in to the authorities, but if they were to hang on to it, would anyone ever really know?
"The Weekend" is Tim Logan's tenth novel. I struggled with some of his earlier efforts, which often flattered to deceive, but the four novels prior to this one were all very impressive and cemented him as one of my "must read" authors. That said, although "The Weekend" is good enough and makes for an entertaining read, it isn't up to the standard of the four books that preceded it.
I noted as I was reading "The Weekend" that the premise reminded me very much of Scott Smith's "A Simple Plan", which was subsequently made into a film starring Bill Paxton and Billy Bob Thornton. As it transpires, Tim Logan states in his acknowledgments that "A Simple Plan" was indeed his inspiration for this story. Unfortunately, I don't think this story will make such a lasting impression as "A Simple Plan". It is decent enough, but the plot developments stretch credulity a touch too much and the characters lack any great depth and don't arouse much in the way of empathy. Stylistically, it is quite filmic and it certainly wouldn't be a surprise to see this being brought to the small screen as a couple of Tim Logan's previous books have been.
Overall, even though not his best, this is a pleasant enough way to spend a few hours and I have little doubt that I will be returning for book eleven from T.M. Logan.
May 14, 2026
Enjoyed this fast paced thriller kept you interested until the final page
August 17, 2026
However interesting,this book never took off. There is surely a mystery involved but i couldn't connect to either of the characters and felt that not much was happening in this story altogether. Barely 3 stars!
December 7, 2025
I’ve read and enjoyed most of the author’s novels so was thrilled to have the opportunity to read The Weekend. It begins with a group of six friends who discover a bag of cash whilst walking on the North Yorkshire Moors. This of course leads to a dilemma about what they should do with the money - leave it, call the police or keep it. The Weekend follows the group over the next few weeks as the outcome of this unfolds. It’s certainly an enjoyable and gripping read that I raced through over 24 hours, some of the plot was predictable but there was a twist that I didn’t see coming. I did feel that the plot became rather ridiculous at points and so for me this was not one of the author’s best. 3.5 stars.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this digital ARC.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this digital ARC.
January 29, 2026
Literally couldn’t put this one down and finished it in two sessions- loved the short, snappy chapters & fast pace & as ever with this author the pages seem to turn themselves. I really enjoyed the snowy Yorkshire setting & the conundrum ‘hook’ which made me question what my own reactions would be if I find a huge bag of money (I’d report it within nano seconds. I found a £10 note outside our school once and handed it in to the staff room immediately!) I couldn’t relate to some of the actions of the MC’s but at the same time it felt believable enough whilst reading, and all thrillers need a healthy dose of ‘unreality’ to keep us on our toes. It still kept me guessing & I really enjoyed it.
Thank you Net Galley for the ARC.
Thank you Net Galley for the ARC.
April 15, 2026
Enjoyed this one... Its definately a - put youself in the characters shoes would you take this money?
The first part the dilemma to take or not take it I really enjoy then it was very obvious what would happen which a found was just average.
The first part the dilemma to take or not take it I really enjoy then it was very obvious what would happen which a found was just average.
June 4, 2026
The stupid decisions that these 6 individuals kept making again and again put me on the edge of my seat and wanting to tear my hair out at the same time.
March 11, 2026
This is the tenth novel from thriller favourite T.M. Logan and this one felt particularly close to home, literally!
Set in the Yorkshire Dales over New Year, we follow three couples escaping to the countryside for a cosy break. Think winter hikes, board games and trips to dog-friendly pubs with roaring fires and cosy carpets. As a proud Northerner, I absolutely loved the familiarity of the local mentions: York, Harrogate, Hawes and Nidderdale etc. It was fun to know the streets and places that were mentioned in York, even if there is no Grosvenor!
During a hike they take shelter from a storm in a cave and stumble upon a backpack full of cash. £1.6 million to be precise. But who’s counting? The group actually, multiple times!
This discovery shines a light on the seemingly normal couples, exposing cracks in their relationships and highlighting their individual flaws and vices. Think about how you would react to finding such a life changing sum. Now imagine having to work out what to do with five other people in play, each with their own thoughts and reasoning!
I really enjoyed the way Logan handled the shifting dynamics and escalating tension. Seeing these ordinary people justify increasingly questionable decisions, manage their greed and loyalty was compelling. As with the other books I have read by Logan, there’s always been a character I have felt I could root for, but this group was messy and it felt like a bit of a guilty pleasure watching it fall apart!
Thank you Zaffre for the book and for including me as part of TM10.
Set in the Yorkshire Dales over New Year, we follow three couples escaping to the countryside for a cosy break. Think winter hikes, board games and trips to dog-friendly pubs with roaring fires and cosy carpets. As a proud Northerner, I absolutely loved the familiarity of the local mentions: York, Harrogate, Hawes and Nidderdale etc. It was fun to know the streets and places that were mentioned in York, even if there is no Grosvenor!
During a hike they take shelter from a storm in a cave and stumble upon a backpack full of cash. £1.6 million to be precise. But who’s counting? The group actually, multiple times!
This discovery shines a light on the seemingly normal couples, exposing cracks in their relationships and highlighting their individual flaws and vices. Think about how you would react to finding such a life changing sum. Now imagine having to work out what to do with five other people in play, each with their own thoughts and reasoning!
I really enjoyed the way Logan handled the shifting dynamics and escalating tension. Seeing these ordinary people justify increasingly questionable decisions, manage their greed and loyalty was compelling. As with the other books I have read by Logan, there’s always been a character I have felt I could root for, but this group was messy and it felt like a bit of a guilty pleasure watching it fall apart!
Thank you Zaffre for the book and for including me as part of TM10.
December 22, 2025
Another outstanding read from T. M. Logan. The weekend begins as a familiar reunion of friends in the Yorkshire Dales quickly shifts into something far more unsettling, not because of sudden shocks, but because of the slow exposure of the characters involved.
Each character arrives carrying private pressures, financial, emotional, professional, and the isolation of the weekend gives those pressures space to surface. The tension doesn’t come from wondering if something will go wrong, but from watching how easily good intentions start to fray.
It’s a tense, uncomfortable read that leans heavily on character rather than spectacle. The idea of finding the money is simple, but the real story is how quickly long standing friendships start to strain once self-interest enters the room. Logan does a good job of showing how small doubts and private worries can spiral when people feel trapped together, both by the weather and by their own secrets.
I liked how the tension builds through conversations rather than constant action, making the group dynamic feel believable and messy. Not everyone is likeable, but that feels intentional, and it suits a story about moral compromise. By the end, it’s less about the money itself and more about what the weekend exposes, and what can’t be taken back once said or done. Highly recommended
Each character arrives carrying private pressures, financial, emotional, professional, and the isolation of the weekend gives those pressures space to surface. The tension doesn’t come from wondering if something will go wrong, but from watching how easily good intentions start to fray.
It’s a tense, uncomfortable read that leans heavily on character rather than spectacle. The idea of finding the money is simple, but the real story is how quickly long standing friendships start to strain once self-interest enters the room. Logan does a good job of showing how small doubts and private worries can spiral when people feel trapped together, both by the weather and by their own secrets.
I liked how the tension builds through conversations rather than constant action, making the group dynamic feel believable and messy. Not everyone is likeable, but that feels intentional, and it suits a story about moral compromise. By the end, it’s less about the money itself and more about what the weekend exposes, and what can’t be taken back once said or done. Highly recommended
March 28, 2026
Interesting concept - I fell asleep for 2+ hours of the audiobook and woke up knowing exactly what was happening instantly so I guess it's pretty slow / uneventful for the first 30%.... also gotta wonder, if you know your house could be targeted by a gang and you're away for the night why would you let your teenage son have a sleepover at home??
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