Shari Lapena Books

Special collector's edition with designed foil board, limited to the first print run. "I inhaled this book in less than 48 hours and what a treat it was. It exceeded all expectations. A total reading pleasure" - LIZ NUGENT, No.1 bestselling author. "A brilliant thriller. What you should do is buy it." - CARA HUNTER, Sunday Times bestselling author. "The queen of page-turners" - ANDREA MARA, No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author. In the sleepy town of Fairhill, Vermont, life is predictable. Teenagers share ghost stories in the graveyard, and parents trust their children to return home safely. But everything changes when Diana Brewer is found dead in a hayfield, surrounded by vultures. The town's familiar faces transform into suspects, and fear takes hold. As the investigation unfolds, the community grapples with paranoia and suspicion. Someone in Fairhill is responsible, and everyone is searching for answers. One innocent question could lead to deadly consequences. Praise for the author includes accolades for being a modern master of psychological thrillers and an expert in pacing and misdirection. Readers will find themselves guessing until the last page, captivated by the intricate web of secrets and lies.

In the quiet town of Fairhill, a shocking discovery disrupts the peaceful facade when Diana Brewer is found dead in a hayfield. As the community grapples with the loss, familiar faces turn into suspects, unleashing fear and paranoia among the residents. The story delves into the chilling transformation of a close-knit town into a web of intrigue, where one innocent question could lead to deadly consequences. Renowned for her gripping thrillers, Shari Lapena masterfully weaves suspense and emotional depth, keeping readers on the edge of their seats.

The chilling Sunday Times bestseller perfect for fans of Knives Out. A Richard & Judy Book Club pick. 'In this fast-paced, twisted family saga, Shari Lapena keeps you guessing until the very last page...' PAULA HAWKINS The new unputdownable thriller from the multi-million-copy bestselling author of THE COUPLE NEXT DOOR. In this family, everyone is keeping secrets - even the dead. In the quiet, wealthy enclave of Brecken Hill, an older couple is brutally murdered hours after a tense Easter dinner with their three adult children. Who, of course, are devastated. Or are they? They each stand to inherit millions. They were never a happy family, thanks to their vindictive father and neglectful mother, but perhaps one of them is more disturbed than anyone knew. Did someone snap after that dreadful evening? Or did another person appear later that night with the worst of intentions? That must be what happened. After all, if one of the family were capable of something as gruesome as this, you'd know. Wouldn't you? 'Nobody does a vicious family circle like Shari Lapena. Highly recommended' Cara Hunter 'Queen of the modern crime novel, Shari Lapena, is back with another tale of murder... Shari will keep you guessing until the very end' Sunday Express 'A cross between Big Little Lies and Miss Marple' Woman's Weekly '[A] dramatic, tense and satisfying murder mystery' My Weekly

The gripping new thriller from the No. 1 bestselling author of The Couple Next Door. ****** It can be hard keeping secrets in a tight-knit neighbourhood. In a tranquil, leafy suburb of ordinary streets – one where everyone is polite and friendly – an anonymous note has been left at some of the houses. ‘I’m so sorry. My son has been getting into people’s houses. He’s broken into yours.’ Who is this boy, and what might he have uncovered? As whispers start to circulate, suspicion mounts. And when a missing local woman is found murdered, the tension reaches breaking point. Who killed her? Who knows more than they’re telling? And how far will all these very nice people go to protect their secrets? Maybe you don’t know your neighbour as well as you thought you did . . .

Another thrilling domestic suspense novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Couple Next Door "The most addictive book I've read in ages--so slick and disquieting and clever. Just brilliant." --Lisa Jewell, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Family Remains "Lapena is a master of manipulation." --USA Today Welcome to Stanhope. A safe neighborhood. A place for families. William Wooler is a family man, on the surface. But he's been having an affair, an affair that ended horribly this afternoon at a motel up the road. So when he returns to his house, devastated and angry, to find his difficult nine-year-old daughter, Avery, unexpectedly home from school, William loses his temper. Hours later, Avery's family declares her missing. Suddenly Stanhope doesn't feel so safe. And William isn't the only one on his street who's hiding a lie. As witnesses come forward with information that may or may not be true, Avery's neighbors become increasingly unhinged. Who took Avery Wooler? Nothing will prepare you for the truth.

In this neighborhood, danger lurks nearby. A domestic thriller filled with secrets, the story unfolds with relentless twists. Karen and Tom Krupp are enjoying their life together in upstate New York, happily settled in their lovely home, and without the interruptions of children. However, everything changes when Tom comes home to find Karen missing—her car is gone, and she has left in a rush, abandoning her purse, phone, and ID. Soon, the police arrive to inform Tom that Karen has been in a car accident in a rough part of town. Although she sustains a concussion and some scrapes, her memory of the incident is hazy, raising suspicions among the authorities who believe her amnesia is convenient. As Karen recuperates, she returns home with Tom, eager to move forward. However, she soon notices that something feels off—items in her house have been disturbed, suggesting someone has been there. With the police continuing to probe into her accident and the secrets of her life, the atmosphere grows tense. In this house, everyone is a stranger, hiding their own secrets, and some may go to extreme lengths to keep them buried.

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Another thrilling domestic suspense novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Not a Happy Family “The twists come as fast [as] you can turn the pages.” —People “I read this novel at one sitting, absolutely riveted by the storyline. The suspense was beautifully rendered and unrelenting!” —Sue Grafton It all started at a dinner party. . . A domestic suspense debut about a young couple and their apparently friendly neighbors—a twisty, rollercoaster ride of lies, betrayal, and the secrets between husbands and wives. . . Anne and Marco Conti seem to have it all—a loving relationship, a wonderful home, and their beautiful baby, Cora. But one night, when they are at a dinner party next door, a terrible crime is committed. Suspicion immediately lands on the parents. But the truth is a much more complicated story. Inside the curtained house, an unsettling account of what actually happened unfolds. Detective Rasbach knows that the panicked couple is hiding something. Both Anne and Marco soon discover that the other is keeping secrets, secrets they've kept for years. What follows is the nerve-racking unraveling of a family—a chilling tale of deception, duplicity, and unfaithfulness that will keep you breathless until the final shocking twist.

It starts with a shocking accusation... Stephanie and Patrick are recently married, with new-born twins. While Stephanie struggles with the disorienting effects of sleep deprivation, there's one thing she knows for certain - she has everything she ever wanted. Then a woman from his past arrives and makes a horrifying allegation about his first wife. He always claimed her death was an accident - but she says it was murder. He insists he's innocent, that this is nothing but a blackmail attempt. But is Patrick telling the truth? Or has Stephanie made a terrible mistake? How will it end?

The electrifying new thriller from Shari Lapena, author of the bestselling novel of the year, The Couple Next Door. 'Shari expertly traps you, confounds you and leaves you gasping at the end. More, please . . .' FIONA BARTON 'So many dizzying twists you'd better not drive after reading' LINWOOD BARCLAY 'Smart, twisty thriller . . . It's taut, intelligent and compelling' Heat ***** Why would you run scared from a happy home? You're waiting for your beloved husband to get home from work. You're making dinner, looking forward to hearing about his day. That's the last thing you remember. You wake up in hospital, with no idea how you got there. They tell you that you were in an accident; you lost control of your car whilst driving in a dangerous part of town. The police suspect you were up to no good. But your husband refuses to believe it. Your best friend isn't so sure. And even you don't know what to believe . . . ***** Praise for Shari Lapena: 'I thought the read-it-in-one-sitting thing was a cliché. Not any more.' LINWOOD BARCLAY 'Entirely compelling, utterly realistic. You will not see the twists coming.' Daily Mail 'Meticulously crafted and razor sharp.' HARLAN COBEN 'A twisty, utterly riveting tale.' TESS GERRITSEN 'Shari Lapena furnishes a clever array of motives and suspects. The tension is high and remains to the last, stunning page.' The Times

A tense and unpredictable thriller from the bestselling author of "The Couple Next Door." As guests gather at the picturesque Mitchell's Inn for a weekend retreat in the secluded forest, they anticipate a relaxing getaway. However, when a violent storm traps them, they become isolated from the outside world. The atmosphere shifts dramatically when a body is discovered, revealing a chilling truth: a killer is among them, and escape is impossible. Critics have praised the author for crafting a narrative reminiscent of classic mystery writers, combining smart characterizations with a deep understanding of human darkness. The novel is described as a perfectly choreographed dance of suspense, making it a must-read for fans of the genre. Readers have expressed their enthusiasm, highlighting the fast-paced, twisting plot that keeps them on the edge of their seats. Many have found it so engaging that they couldn't put it down, with some even declaring it the best book they've read in years. The latest work from this acclaimed author promises to deliver another gripping experience, with upcoming titles generating excitement among fans.