Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell - Sunday Times Bestselling Thriller - Fiction Paperback

Details:
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781784756253
Publisher: Penguin (Arrow / Cornerstone)

Overview:
Then She Was Gone is Lisa Jewell's addictive, Sunday Times bestselling psychological thriller about a mother, a missing daughter, and secrets that refuse to stay buried. Ten years after fifteen-year-old Ellie Mack vanishes without trace, her mother Laurel finally begins rebuilding her life, only for a chance encounter to reopen every unanswered question. Twisty, tender, and utterly compulsive, it is a standout in modern domestic suspense, perfect for anyone who loves emotionally rich, character-driven mysteries.

About the Book:
When Ellie Mack disappears on the cusp of adulthood, days before her exams and a longed-for summer of freedom, her family is shattered beyond repair. Ten years on, her mother Laurel has learned to survive the unbearable, though she has never stopped searching for answers. Then she meets Floyd, a charming stranger who sweeps her off her feet, and is introduced to his young daughter Poppy, a child who bears an uncanny resemblance to Ellie at the same age. What begins as a hopeful new chapter slowly curdles into unease, as buried memories and long-hidden secrets resurface. Lisa Jewell moves deftly between past and present, gradually peeling back layers of deception until the full, devastating truth about Ellie's fate is revealed. The novel examines grief, guilt, and the corrosive power of secrets within families, while never losing its grip as a taut, propulsive thriller. Readers praise its unpredictable twists and emotional depth, calling it far more than a simple whodunit; a story about the ripple effects of trauma, a mother's resilient hope, and the unsettling realisation that those closest to us can hide the darkest truths.

Key Benefits:

• Sunday Times bestselling psychological thriller from a #1 New York Times bestselling author.
• Gripping, twist-filled plot combined with genuine emotional depth.
• A standalone novel, perfect for readers new to Lisa Jewell.
• Ideal gift for fans of domestic noir, family drama, and suspense fiction.
• Brand new paperback copy, ready to read straight away.

About the Author:
Lisa Jewell is a number one New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author, born in London in 1968. Her debut, Ralph's Party, was the best-selling debut novel of 1999, and she has since written more than twenty further novels. In recent years she has become known for dark, character-driven psychological thrillers including The Family Upstairs, The Girls, I Found You, and Then She Was Gone. Her books have sold over ten million copies worldwide and been translated into more than thirty languages, cementing her reputation as one of the UK's most trusted voices in contemporary suspense fiction.

Why You'll Love This Thriller:
A masterfully plotted, deeply human mystery that lingers long after the final page. Fans of Paula Hawkins and Liane Moriarty will devour Jewell's slow-burn suspense, unforgettable characters, and the genuinely surprising resolution to Ellie's disappearance.

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