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Katrina: A Prequel Novella
Before the Family became a nightmare… there was Katrina.
She never went to school.
She never had friends.
She just watched. And waited.
Tucked away in a quiet house on the edge of the woods, something is growing inside Tracy—and she already knows it isn’t right. Her family insists the baby is special. Chosen. But as Katrina arrives and the years pass, the child speaks in whispers, draws things she couldn’t possibly have seen, and watches the world with quiet, patient eyes.
Ryan thought he was marrying into a loving home. He thought Katrina just needed care.
But the deeper he’s pulled into their world, the harder it becomes to escape.
Because Katrina isn't like other children.
And this family?
They don’t let go.
Dark. Disturbing. Utterly gripping. Katrina is the chilling prequel to the bestselling psychological thriller trilogy The Family—perfect for fans of twisted domestic suspense, unsettling children, and slow-burning dread that lingers long after the final page.
She never went to school.
She never had friends.
She just watched. And waited.
Tucked away in a quiet house on the edge of the woods, something is growing inside Tracy—and she already knows it isn’t right. Her family insists the baby is special. Chosen. But as Katrina arrives and the years pass, the child speaks in whispers, draws things she couldn’t possibly have seen, and watches the world with quiet, patient eyes.
Ryan thought he was marrying into a loving home. He thought Katrina just needed care.
But the deeper he’s pulled into their world, the harder it becomes to escape.
Because Katrina isn't like other children.
And this family?
They don’t let go.
Dark. Disturbing. Utterly gripping. Katrina is the chilling prequel to the bestselling psychological thriller trilogy The Family—perfect for fans of twisted domestic suspense, unsettling children, and slow-burning dread that lingers long after the final page.
55 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 17, 2025
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About the author
Jack Stainton
34 books93 followersJack Stainton is a writer of everyday psychological thrillers. Stories which could happen to anybody at any time.
After thirty years working as a professional consultant, he has now put pen to paper to realise a lifetime ambition.
His debut novel, ‘A GUEST TO DIE FOR’ was released in September 2020.
The second novel, 'YOU'RE FAMILY NOW' is available now in eBook and print.
Jack loves to hear from readers and always responds. Contact him directly in any of the following ways:
Email: info@jackstainton.com
Twitter: @jack_stainton
Facebook: www.facebook.com/jackstaintonbooks
After thirty years working as a professional consultant, he has now put pen to paper to realise a lifetime ambition.
His debut novel, ‘A GUEST TO DIE FOR’ was released in September 2020.
The second novel, 'YOU'RE FAMILY NOW' is available now in eBook and print.
Jack loves to hear from readers and always responds. Contact him directly in any of the following ways:
Email: info@jackstainton.com
Twitter: @jack_stainton
Facebook: www.facebook.com/jackstaintonbooks
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