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Ward Zero: gripping psychological suspense Kindle Edition

by Linda Huber (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Horror swept through her. Had she been buried alive?


On Sarah’s first visit to see her foster mother, Mim, in Brockburn General Hospital, she is sucked into a world that isn’t what it should be.

Someone is lying, someone is stealing. And someone is killing – but who? With a grieving child to take care of, as well as Mim, Sarah has to put family first. She doesn’t see where danger lies – until it’s too late.

If you think you’re safe in a hospital... think again.


Ward Zero is the fifth psychological suspense novel by the author of The Cold Cold Sea, Chosen Child, Daria’s Daughter and others.

‘A must-read for fans of psychological suspense/thriller novels.’Sarah Hardy
…a great premise, unsettling characters and a very enjoyable, engaging and satisfying read.’ Katherine Sunderland
‘A disturbingly dark and deceptive novel that kept me on my toes.’ Becca’s Books
‘a fast paced, realistic and heart-warming psychological thriller.’ Jo Worgan
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01KQRH0TK
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ ; 1st edition (October 1, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 1, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.3 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 307 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1537268740
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Linda Huber

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Linda Huber is an ex-physiotherapist who grew up in Glasgow but has lived over half her life in Switzerland, where she writes psychological suspense novels as Linda Huber and feel-good novels under her pen name Melinda Huber.

The feel-good books are set in her home area in N. E. Switzerland, while the suspense novels, all standalones, have locations in different places around the UK, several in Glasgow and in Cornwall, where she spent happy childhood holidays.

The inspiration for these books comes from everyday life - a family member's struggle with dementia, the discovery that a child in her extended family drowned in the 1940s, and more.

Her newest suspense novel is The Un-Family, published in November 2022 by Hobeck Books. Holly has her dream job, and a lovely home in beautiful English countryside. Pity about the family...

Linda is currently working on another feel-good novel and enjoying life in her adopted country.

Visit Linda's website www.lindahuber.net, and follow her on Twitter @LindaHuber19.

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  • DRX7
    5.0 out of 5 stars A good story line
    Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2018
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    A good story line, characters are well defined and interact like real people would. Ending needs something in my opinion or a sequel.
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  • damppebbles
    4.0 out of 5 stars I love that cover
    Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2016
    First off, I love that cover. I think it’s creepy and it gives me the heebie jeebies. Which meant I had high expectations for Ward Zero, also my first Linda Huber read. I am delighted to confirm that those expectations were well met and I can’t wait to make a start on Linda’s other books.

    Petra and her young daughter, Frankie are in a panic. Having suffered a number of strokes, Wilma, Petra’s grandmother, is ensconced in hospital for the foreseeable future. That however doesn’t stop the rent from being due. Thankfully, Petra has taken on the majority of Wilma’s affairs including paying her rent on time. But there’s no money. All of Wilma’s savings have gone. Just vanished! Whilst visiting Wilma in hospital, Petra bumps into Sarah and her foster mother. Sarah recognises Petra immediately as Petra’s daughter has also spent time in her foster mother’s care. By being in the wrong place at the wrong time, Sarah is unwittingly thrown into a tale of deceit and murder. The bodies begin to pile up, but can Sarah work out who the ‘con artist turned murderer’ is before it’s too late…?

    I love books where everyone you meet along the way ‘could’ be the killer and this is one of those books. Who would be so heartless as to steal the life savings of the elderly hospital patients? The guy who works in the hospital bank? The incredibly secretive staff nurse? Oh there are plenty of suspects. I did manage to guess who the killer was before the reveal but Linda Huber’s writing kept me on my toes. You make an educated guess at the suspect, only to be convinced otherwise a few pages on!

    This book had a lovely family feel about it; a real ‘them versus us’, ‘good versus evil’ which I really enjoyed. It’s a strange thing for me to say on this blog but the family feel gave the story warmth and a sense of camaraderie. I really liked Sarah and was cheering her on all the way.

    The closing chapters were creepy and I was on the edge of my seat, wondering whether Sarah would manage to escape her predicament. I was drawn into the story and was fascinated to see where the plot would go.

    Would I recommend this book? I would. It’s a jot gentler than my usual reads but it was very enjoyable and I’m keen to move Linda’s previous books to the top of the TBR. I enjoyed Linda’s writing and characters and look forward to reading more soon.

    Four out of five stars.

    Many thanks to Linda Huber for providing me with a copy of Ward Zero…the Dead Ward in exchange for an honest review.
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  • Gregory'sGirl
    3.0 out of 5 stars A bit too obvious
    Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2018
    I sincerely hope it was supposed to be obvious who the killer was, because it was so painfully clear to me that I couldn't understand how the rest of the characters didn't see it as well. Nonetheless, the characters were engaging (if a bit dense) and the story-line had some intriguing twists. All in all, not a bad read, but not a great one either.
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  • B. A. Williams
    5.0 out of 5 stars Abolutely the best
    Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2016
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    Found a ne3w author that I love. This book was a no put it down read. I'd suggest you buy 2 when buying a book especially in a sequel.
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  • Cathy
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2016
    4.5*
    The prologue from the unknown killer’s perspective sets the tension and suspense as he plans how he’s going to murder his dinner companion.

    Sarah arrived in the UK from Switzerland two weeks previously for a holiday with her foster mother, Mim. Met at the airport by Rita, Mim’s daughter, who was under strict orders not to tell Sarah beforehand, gives her the worrying news that Mim is in hospital after a cycling accident. Her knee was damaged so badly she needed a replacement. Arriving at the hospital Sarah finds, to her immense relief, Mim is almost back to her usual bright self and more than ready to go home.

    Being at Brockburn General again depresses Sarah, bringing back bad memories of her grandmother’s death, when Sarah was fourteen. ‘Blue-lighting up this road, sirens wailing, a paramedic pounding on Gran’s chest…’ And the fact she was an orphan, alone in the world until Mim took her in. It’s a great setting for the story, hospitals aren’t most people’s favourite places.

    Petra Walker’s mother, Wilma, is in hospital after a stroke and as Petra sorts through Wilma’s accumulated post she is astonished to find a statement from the bank showing Wilma had emptied her account. Not understanding how this could have happened Petra rushes to the hospital but her grandmother is deeply asleep after a tiring physiotherapy session. It seems someone from the hospital is exploiting the elderly patients, lying and stealing. When Petra disappears Sarah finds herself not only looking after Mim but also Petra’s daughter, Frankie, who is already known to Mim.

    All these characters, and more, are brought together in a tense narrative as their stories intertwine. We know Sarah has been marked as a victim from the prologue, but not by whom and there is more than one possible villain, with misleading clues and twists thrown in to distract. Suspense builds as Sarah delves into what could have happened to Petra and why, and so draws ever closer to her would-be murderer.

    'Horror swept through her. Had she been buried alive?'

    That line gave me chills. I love how Linda Huber takes the reader into the minds of the characters, especially the convoluted mind of the killer who has an obvious personality disorder, and is unable to think rationally when it comes to making life choices or decisions. The plot is fast paced and sadly quite believable, with an engaging, easy to read style and realistic dialogue. I love the very creepy book cover image.

    My review is based on an advance copy from the author/publisher. This does not affect my opinion or the review content.
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  • Alidottir
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great read
    Reviewed in Germany on March 3, 2017
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    Linda Huber's novels are all standalones, but they all share the same wonderful characteristics: great characterisation, convincing plots, realistic settings and beautifully written. Ward Zero is no exception - the characters have real depth, the plot is gripping and original, the setting is vividly described. . Another great read from Linda Huber - highly recommended.
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  • Marcus Case
    5.0 out of 5 stars This One Will Chill You To The Core
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 5, 2017
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    This is the fourth of Huber's excellent novels that I've read. They've all been different in their own way but each one has been completely gripping, wholly compelling, and such a pleasure to read.
    I'd say that in 'Ward Zero' Huber offers her readers much more than their usual opportunity to experience a thoroughly rewarding read. For me, this novel possibly has an even sharper edge than some of her other work, perhaps because of her extremely clever use of third-person multiple perspectives. The victims' stories are related with heart-rending authenticity. At the same time, the antagonist makes an early appearance in the story and Huber's close attention to this person's characterisation is not only typical of the impressive quality of her writing but also results in one of the eeriest portrayals of a serial killer that I've ever come across. The risk of spoilers necessitates brevity at this point but suffice to say that perhaps you might prepare to become conflicted as your relationship with this fascinating character develops.
    The race against time as the narrative hurtles towards its climax is ably handled by Huber in such a way that I'd say it's several steps above and beyond the closing stages of her other novels. I enjoy a good thriller but few affect me to this extent. I was, quite literally, unable to tear myself away from the story for page after page after page. It takes great skill in a writer to hook me like that.
    Stylistically, I've always been struck by Huber's ability to create such a memorable and engaging atmosphere throughout her stories. She quickly sets an upbeat and colourful everyday tone. It's disarming. Don't relax. The darkness she's about to introduce will take your breath away and the menace that permeates her narratives will chill you to the core.
    Without doubt, I'd say that Huber's work is so much better than many of the mainstream novels I read (and choose not to review) and 'Ward Zero' is yet another of her titles that would make such a great psychological drama for the big or small screen.
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  • SuzM
    4.0 out of 5 stars I have always enjoyed Linda Huber’s books and this one
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 23, 2017
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    I have always enjoyed Linda Huber’s books and this one, as usual, was gripping and engaging, with a touch of black humour, though that might just be me. Men kill women for various reasons – jealousy, rage, lust, perversion, but seldom out of an aching desire for a new kitchen. The story changes perspective regularly, between very sympathetic women and a very troubled man, building up to a satisfying climax. Kept me awake.
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  • John R Cowton
    5.0 out of 5 stars It's a great thriller, and I highly recommend it.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 1, 2017
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    What is my favourite Linda Huber book so far? That's a tough question and my answer is the one I read last. That's probably because the standard she sets in plotting, characterisation and suspense never takes a dip.
    Ward Zero was no exception. Sarah returns home from Switzerland to holiday with her former foster mother, to find that her foster sister's grandmother has had a large amount of money taken whilst in hospital and her foster sister's mother gets killed when she discovered the money was missing.
    Sarah and her journalist friend Caitlyn are on a very dangerous trail to find the killer.
    Glad I didn't read this when I was in hospital. It's a great thriller, and I highly recommend it.
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  • Reader
    3.0 out of 5 stars Okay but disappointing
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 23, 2016
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    A bit disappointing really. An OK read but not really that tense or thrilling.
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