Philippa East crafts psychologically intricate thrillers that delve into the darker corners of the human mind. Her writing is characterized by its suspenseful atmosphere and its ability to immerse readers in complex character dynamics. Drawing on her background as a clinical psychologist, East creates stories brimming with twists and emotional depth. Her narratives are designed to challenge perceptions of reality and expose hidden motivations.
"Anne White only looked away for a second, but that's all it took to lose sight of her young daughter. But seven years later, Abigail is found. And as Anne struggles to connect with her teenage daughter, she begins to question how much Abigail remembers about the day she disappeared...."--Publisher description.
'Breathtaking suspense. A phenomenal talent' Holly Seddon on LITTLE WHITE LIES The gripping new novel from the author of LITTLE WHITE LIES. Home can be the most dangerous place... In a small London bedsit, a radio is playing. A small dining table is set for three, and curled up on the sofa is a body... Jenn is the one who discovers the woman, along with the bailiffs. All indications suggest that the tenant - Sarah Jones - was pretty, charismatic and full of life. So how is it possible that her body has lain undiscovered for ten whole months? ************************************* Praise for LITTLE WHITE LIES 'The ending is so tense and exciting I hardly dared breathe!' Netgalley reviewer 'Terrifically engaging' Jo Spain 'Worth far more than five stars and definitely one of my favourite books of this year' Netgalley reviewer 'Addictive. I couldn't put it down' Phoebe Morgan 'Hooked me in from the opening paragraph, and never let go, I loved everything about it' Netgalley reviewer 'Grabs you deftly and then burns to a searing conclusion' Alice Clark-Platts
Gripping new suspense from the author of Little White Lies 'Smart, fresh, beautifully written and very tense' Jane Shemilt 'A tense, cat and mouse tale . . . a compelling read' Catherine Cooper, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Chateau
‘An intricate story, full of tension’ The Sun From the author of Little White Lies 'Masterful, clever, surprising at ever turn; a proper page-turner and a one-sitting read. I couldn’t stop turning the pages. Sublime’ Andrea Mara