‘Devious and dizzying, with twist after twist after twist – I loved it’ Louise Candlish
Adele Parks Book order
Adele Parks is a prolific author celebrated for her bestselling novels. Her work frequently delves into the complexities of relationships and the inner lives of her characters, marked by sharp observation and an engaging style. Parks expertly explores human psychology and social dynamics, offering readers narratives that are both compelling and thought-provoking. Her knack for crafting relatable characters and captivating plots has garnered her a significant readership.







- 2024
- 2023
An unmissable thriller that readers are calling 'the best book ever' from the Sunday Times Number One bestselling author of Both Of You... Lost. Missing. Murdered? And both her husbands are suspects... 'A darkly compelling thriller that's almost impossible to put down after reading the first page' Sunday Express The entire nation is obsessed with the scandal of bigamist Kylie Gillingham's disappearance. Being married to two different men was a huge risk. But did she run away or was she taken? And is she dead or alive? Both her husbands insist she was their everything, until she vanished. But DC Clements knows love is a shiver away from hate and either can make people do the cruellest things. Only one person knew her secret. Did they want her to pay the ultimate price? The sensational thriller from Number One bestseller Adele Parks will keep you gripped from the first page to the last. Praise for Just Between Us: 'Another masterfully plotted and jaw-dropping ride from the number one bestseller' i News 'Just Between Us is not to be missed' Gillian McAllister 'A slow-burn that grows in tension, this will keep you gripped' Crime Monthly 'This will blow your mind' Jane Fallon 'A darkly compelling thriller that's almost impossible to put down' Sunday Express 'Masterfully executed - her best book yet' Lisa Jewell 'Fast-paced and unpredictable with complex and intriguing characters' Candis 'This is Adele Parks at the peak of her powers' Louise Candlish 'A pacy, gripping thrill-fest' Heat 'Full of mystery, tension, and characters you can't help but root for - or against!' Abigail Dean 'Another twisting tale of deceit, desire and dangerous obsession' TM Logan
- 2022
HAPPY. MARRIED. MISSING. "A gripping story of greed, lies and dark family secrets." --Lisa Jewell, New York Times bestselling author, on Just My Luck Leigh Fletcher: happily married stepmom to two gorgeous boys goes missing on Monday. Her husband, Mark, says he knows nothing of her whereabouts. She went to work and just never came home. Their family is shattered. Kai Janssen: married to wealthy Dutch businessman Daan and vanishes the same week. Kai left their luxurious penthouse and glamorous world without a backward glance. She seemingly evaporated into thin air. Daan is distraught. Detective Clements knows that people disappear all the time--far too frequently. Most run away from things, some run toward and others are taken but find their way back. A sad few never return. These two women are from very different worlds. Their disappearances are unlikely to be connected. And yet, at a gut level, the detective believes they might be. How could these women walk away from their families, husbands and homes willingly? Clements is determined to unearth the truth, no matter how shocking and devastating it may be. #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Adele Parks returns with her most provocative, compelling book to date.
- 2022
One Last Secret ... would you kill to keep it? 'Absolutely gripping' Lisa Jewell 'I'll drop anything for a new Adele Parks' Lucy Foley 'Whip-smart protagonist, immensely satisfying' Karin Slaughter 'Parks gets better and better' Gillian McAllister 'Original and utterly compelling' Peter James One last client A week at a beautiful French chateau should be an easy final job for Dora. She's smart, stunning and discreet. She only needs to convince the other guests that she's Daniel's girlfriend. One last chance One final, luxurious week and she can leave the dangerous, difficult escort world, because Dora has fallen in love and is ready to embrace a better future. One last secret But as the guests assemble, it becomes terrifyingly apparent that putting her past behind her is impossible. And one last secret could cost Dora everything, including her life... From the Sunday Times Number One bestseller Adele Parks comes a blisteringly provocative novel about power, sex, money and revenge. Praise for One Last Secret: 'Absolutely gripping, this is revenge lit at its best' Lisa Jewell 'I'll drop anything for a new Adele Parks: she nails it every time' Lucy Foley 'Perfection' Daily Mail 'A whip-smart protagonist, immensely satisfying twists and turns and powerful emotional undercurrents' Karin Slaughter 'An astonishing achievement, Parks gets better and better' Gillian McAllister 'A high-octane read' Prima 'Original and utterly compelling' Peter James 'Serves up the perfect dose of escapism laced with tension and darkness' Cosmopolitan 'Adele Parks is the queen of the domestic drama' Sally Hepworth 'Deliciously deceptive and darkly satisfying. I loved it' Jane Fallon 'Adele Parks goes fearlessly into worlds... She pulls it off every time' Jane Corry 'Tense' Best '5*... This dark, twisted tale gets better with every page' The Sun ''Perfect pacing... a clever plot with several jaw-dropping twists and a protagonist you'll find yourself rooting for...' My Weekly 'A sassy voice and - in true Parks style - a serpentine twist that comes back to bite you' Saga
- 2021
"Leigh Fletcher: happily married stepmum to two gorgeous boys goes missing on Monday. Her husband Mark says he knows nothing of her whereabouts. She simply went to work and just never came home. Their family is shattered. Kai Janssen: married to wealthy Dutch businessman, Daan, vanishes the same week. Kai left their luxurious penthouse and glamorous world without a backward glance. She seemingly evaporated into thin air. Daan is distraught. DC Clements knows that people disappear all the time - far too frequently. Most run away from things, some run towards, others are taken but find their way back. A sad few never return. These two women are from very different worlds, their disappearances are unlikely to be connected. And yet, at a gut level, the DC believes they might be. How could these women walk away from their families, husbands and homes willingly? Clements is determined to unearth the truth, no matter how shocking and devastating it may be."--Publisher
- 2020
THE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER! What if winning means losing everything? 'A gripping story of greed, lies and dark family secrets' Lisa Jewell 'Utterly engrossing and brilliant' Lucy Foley 'Addictive, provocative... brilliantly crafted' TM Logan It's the stuff dreams are made of - a lottery win so big, it changes everything. For fifteen years, Lexi and Jake have played the same six numbers with their friends, the Pearsons and the Heathcotes. Over dinner parties, fish & chip suppers and summer barbecues, they've discussed the important stuff - the kids, marriages, jobs and houses - and they've laughed off their disappointment when they failed to win anything more than a tenner. But then, one Saturday night, the unthinkable happens. There's a rift in the group. Someone doesn't tell the truth. And soon after, six numbers come up which change everything forever. Lexi and Jake have a ticket worth £18 million. And their friends are determined to claim a share of it. Sunday Times Number One bestseller Adele Parks returns with a riveting look at the dark side of wealth in this gripping take on friendship, money and betrayal, and good luck gone bad... Praise for Just My Luck: 'Adele Parks never takes her foot off the gas, every book is tighter, faster, better than the last. Just My Luck is a gripping story of greed, lies and dark family secrets. I read it in a two-day frenzy' Lisa Jewell 'Utterly engrossing and brilliant' Lucy Foley 'A compelling take on one of those "what if" scenarios that we've all wondered about. Addictive, provocative and thoroughly relatable - a brilliantly crafted reminder to be careful what you wish for' TM Logan 'An absolute joy: gripping, shocking and surprising. A cautionary tale about what one couple's sudden wealth can do to old friendships' Jane Fallon 'Fabulous... her best yet' Daily Mail 'Stupendous! I read this totally compelling modern-day morality tale over a weekend - I couldn't put it down. As ever, Adele Parks does not disappoint - you'll love it' Ruth Jones 'Like a deft magician, this book reveals its twists only at the very end, I was completely astonished' Rosamund Lupton
- 2019
Lies Lies Lies
- 448 pages
- 16 hours of reading
Daisy and Simon's marriage seems perfect, especially with their cherished daughter Millie. However, Simon's drinking, which Daisy has come to accept as a way to unwind, takes a dark turn one night at a party, forever altering their family dynamic. In this gripping tale, the complexities of a relationship in turmoil are explored, revealing the hidden depths of marriage and the secrets that lie beneath the surface. The narrative has garnered praise for its compelling storytelling and emotional depth, with reviewers calling it "gripping, moving, and elegantly written." Readers have described it as "completely addictive" and "brilliantly twisty," highlighting the authenticity of the characters and the shocking plot twists. The book offers a visceral portrait of marital disintegration, with insights into human nature that resonate deeply. Critics have noted its engaging style and suspenseful twists, making it a standout in the domestic noir genre. With layers of intrigue and relatable characters, it promises to keep readers captivated and invested in the unfolding drama. This powerful exploration of love, trust, and betrayal is a must-read for those who appreciate a thought-provoking narrative filled with emotional intensity.
- 2018
I Invited Her In
- 478 pages
- 17 hours of reading
This domestic psychological thriller delves into the complexities of relationships and the dark secrets that can lie beneath the surface of seemingly perfect lives. With intense character dynamics and unexpected twists, it explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the impact of hidden truths. As the story unfolds, readers are drawn into a web of suspense that keeps them guessing until the very end, showcasing the author's talent for crafting compelling narratives.
- 2018
The Image of You
- 480 pages
- 17 hours of reading
THE IMAGE OF YOU is the gripping new page-turner from Adele Parks, author of the No. 1 bestselling ebook, THE STRANGER IN MY HOME. THE IMAGE OF YOU is the utterly gripping new novel from Adele Parks, author of the No. 1 bestselling ebook, THE STRANGER IN MY HOME. This compelling novel of families, love, deception and secrets is perfect for fans of TV's Doctor Foster, The Replacement, Liane Moriarty's BIG LITTLE LIES and Lisa Jewell. When all you can see is what they want you to see... Can you ever trust someone you meet online? Anna and Zoe are twins. Identical in appearance, utterly different in personality, they share a bond so close that nothing - or no one - can rip them apart. Until Anna meets charismatic Nick. Anna is trusting, romantic and hopeful; she thinks Nick is perfect. Zoe is daring, dangerous and extreme; she thinks Nick is a liar. Zoe has seen Anna betrayed by men before. She'll stop at nothing to discover if Nick is as good as he seems. The problem is, lies may hurt. But honesty can kill.
- 2017
A Stranger In My Home
- 480 pages
- 17 hours of reading
Alison is lucky and she knows it. She has the life she always craved, including a happy home with Jeff and their brilliant, vivacious teenage daughter, Katherine - the absolute centre of Alison's world. Then a knock at the door ends life as they know it. Fifteen years ago, someone else took Alison's baby from the hospital. And now Alison is facing the unthinkable. The daughter she brought home doesn't belong to her. When you have everything you dreamed of, there is everything to lose






