The Big Picture – Douglas Kennedy

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The Big Picture by Douglas Kennedy is a tense, elegantly crafted psychological thriller that explores the consequences of one impulsive decision and the fragile veneer of identity. Known for his intelligent, character-driven novels, Kennedy delivers a gripping narrative of one man’s descent into chaos and his desperate attempt to reinvent himself. Categorised as contemporary thriller fiction, this standalone novel keeps readers on edge with its clever plotting and moral ambiguity.

The story centres on Ben Bradford, a successful yet unfulfilled Wall Street lawyer who long ago abandoned his dream of becoming a photographer. His carefully ordered life unravels when he discovers his wife’s affair, and in a moment of uncontrollable rage, he makes a decision that changes everything. On the run and facing the impossible, Ben seizes the opportunity to vanish and assume a new identity — but escaping his past proves far more complicated than he imagined.

A sharp, unsettling examination of identity, consequence, and the price of freedom, The Big Picture is perfect for readers who enjoy intelligent thrillers with psychological depth and moral complexity.