The gripping, twisty domestic thriller you won’t be able to put down

Safe at Home

'Addictive, tense and pacy, Safe at Home kept me constantly guessing' B A Paris, bestselling author of Behind Closed Doors and The Therapist 
 
What if you left your child alone, and something terrible happened? 
 
Anna James is an anxious mother. So when she has to leave eleven-year-old Harrie home alone one evening, she can't stop worrying about her daughter. But nothing bad ever happens in the sleepy village of Barton St Martin. 
 
Except something goes wrong that night, and Anna returns to find Harrie with bruises she won't explain. The next morning a local businessman is reported missing and the village is sparking with gossip. 
 
Anna is convinced there's a connection and that Harrie is in trouble. 
 
But how can she protect her daughter if she doesn't know where the danger is coming from? 
 
'A wonderfully dark, addictive, intriguing and twisty read' Karen Hamilton, author of The Perfect Girlfriend 
'If you're in the mood for a dark family drama, this novel will be right up your street . . . Expect plenty of twists and turns.' Heat 
'A deliciously gripping thriller; the twists blew my mind!' Emma Curtis, author of Keep Her Quiet 
'Razor-sharp and shocking - a breathless thriller that never lets up the pace' Charlotte Duckworth, author of The Perfect Father 
'A chilling thriller, perfect for a long weekend.' Daily Express 
 
 
Readers are gripped by Safe at Home: 
 
***** 'This is psychological suspense at its very best' 
***** 'Such a gripping, intense story with so many secrets being exposed' 
***** 'Many characters weren't who they seemed and just when I thought it was all wrapped up, there was a twist I didn't see coming!'

Utterly gripping, dark, twisty and cleverly written. I was desperate to know what was going on and the killer twist was completely unexpected. Fabulous.

Karen Clarke, author of YOUR LIFE FOR MINE

This is another compelling, edge of your seat thriller from Lauren North where you are never quite sure who to trust. I read it in less than 24 hours and couldn't put it down. The struggle that Anna goes through in order to get Harrie to open up about what has happened to her, is one any mother will identify with.

Nikki Smith, author of ALL IN HER HEAD and LOOK WHAT YOU MADE ME DO

A breathless thriller that never lets up the pace... as I'm a mother, this novel tapped into one of my primal fears. Razor-sharp and shocking to the end - I need a sequel!

Charlotte Duckworth, author of THE PERFECT FATHER

A wonderfully dark, addictive, intriguing and twisty read. I genuinely couldn't put it down.

Karen Hamilton, author of THE PERFECT GIRLFRIEND

Safe at Home is a deliciously gripping thriller; the twists blew my mind!

A brilliant premise, brilliantly executed, and a totally gripping read.

Claustrophobic, tense and beautifully written, with its closed setting and characters that leap off the page, Safe At Home is a rare treat. A thriller with real heart that is impossible to put down.

Trisha Sakhlecha, author of CAN YOU SEE ME NOW

An exceptionally plotted thrill ride! Had me second-guessing the ending from page 1 and boy was I wrong!

So gripping - all laced with perfect tension and pace. It really got under my skin.

Totally intriguing story with a believable cast of original characters who I cared about from the first page to the last. I absolutely raced through it. And just when I thought it was over . . . another brilliant twist. Excellent writing. A highly recommendable read.

Emma Christie, author of THE SILENT DAUGHTER

Addictive, tense and pacy, Safe at Home kept me constantly guessing.

B A Paris, bestselling author of BEHIND CLOSED DOORS

Tense, dark, horrifying and addictive - every parent's nightmare in book form. Unputdownable.

Catherine Cooper, bestselling author of THE CHALET

Great twists and an ending that gave me goosebumps.

Lauren North is an author I can always trust to deliver a belter of a read. Safe At Home is enthrallingly dark and utterly addictive, delivering twist after twist at break-neck speed, whilst skilfully pulling at our heart strings. North is an unstoppable talent, and I can't wait to see what she has in store for us next.

Fast-paced and super-readable!

A chilling thriller, perfect for a long weekend.

If you're in the mood for a dark family drama, this novel will be right up your street . . . Expect plenty of twists and turns.

This disturbing thriller is breathlessly brilliant.

Lauren North writes psychological suspense novels that delve into the darker side of relationships and families. She has a lifelong passion for writing, reading, and all things books. Lauren's love of psychological suspense has grown since childhood and from her dark imagination of always wondering what's the worst thing that could happen in every situation. 
 
Lauren studied psychology before moving to London where she lived and worked for many years. She now lives with her family in the Suffolk countryside. Readers can follow Lauren on Twitter @Lauren_C_North and Facebook @LaurenNorthAuthor

What if you left your child alone, and something terrible happened? 
 
Anna James is an anxious mother. So when she has to leave eleven-year-old Harrie home alone one evening, she can't stop worrying about her daughter. But nothing bad ever happens in the sleepy village of Barton St Martin. 
 
Except something goes wrong that night, and Anna returns to find Harrie with bruises she won't explain. The next morning a local businessman is reported missing and the village is sparking with gossip. 
 
Anna is convinced there's a connection and that Harrie is in trouble. 
 
But how can she protect her daughter if she doesn't know where the danger is coming from?

One Step Behind

The twisty and compelling thriller that will leave you breathless

The author of the bestselling The Perfect Betrayal returns with this tense and gripping thriller that looks at what happens when a woman's life is derailed by a total stranger . . .

A gripping psychological thriller that pulls the reader through the story at a terrific pace, not giving them a moment to draw breath! Cleverly plotted with a strong female protagonist that many women will identify with.

Lauren North really knows how to reel you in. Absolutely brilliant.

Lesley Kara, bestselling author of THE RUMOUR

I absolutely adored this disturbingly twisty tale of stalking, obsession and control.

Emma Curtis, bestselling author of ONE LITTLE MISTAKE and THE NIGHT YOU LEFT

A really gripping rollercoaster of a read - I was desperate to find out what was going to happen. I absolutely loved it, and read it in one sitting.

Twisty and addictive - I loved One Step Behind.

Fuelled by an instantly intriguing premise, One Step Behind is a gripping and pacy psychological thriller that constantly keeps you guessing.

This tense thriller will have you chewing your fingernails down to the knuckles . . . Suspense galore!

Lauren North writes psychological suspense novels that delve into the darker side of relationships and families. She has a lifelong passion for writing, reading, and all things books. Lauren’s love of psychological suspense has grown since childhood and from her dark imagination of always wondering what’s the worst thing that could happen in every situation. 
 
Lauren studied psychology before moving to London where she lived and worked for many years. She now lives with her family in the Suffolk countryside. Readers can follow Lauren on Twitter @Lauren_C_North and Facebook @LaurenNorthAuthor

'A gripping psychological thriller that pulls the reader through the story at a terrific pace, not giving them a moment to draw breath' Nikki Smith, author of All in Her Head 
 
Jenna is a wife, a mother, a doctor. She's also the victim of a stalker. 
 
Every time she leaves her house, she sees him. Disturbing gifts are left at her door. Cruel emails are sent to her colleagues. She has no idea who this man is but she feels powerless against him. 
 
Until the day he is brought into her hospital after a serious accident, and Jenna is given the chance to find out once and for all why this man is tormenting her. Now, the power is all hers. 
 
But how many lines is she willing to cross to take back control of her life? 
 
***** 
 
'I absolutely adored this disturbingly twisty tale of stalking, obsession and control' Emma Curtis, author of The Night You Left' 
 
A really gripping rollercoaster of a read - I absolutely loved it, and read it in one sitting' Lisa Hall, author of Between You and Me 
 
'Lauren North really knows how to reel you in. Absolutely brilliant' Lesley Kara, author of The Rumour 
 
***** 
 
READERS CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF ONE STEP BEHIND: 
 
'Wow oh wow! There is nothing negative I can say about this book' 
'Twisty and compelling . . . One Step Behind is actually one step forward in psychological thrillers' 
'So many twists and turns and OMG moments!' 
'A thrilling read that will leave you breathless' 
'Lauren North is really developing into a must-read author for me' 
'This book is deserving of more than five stars'

The Perfect Betrayal

The addictive thriller that will leave you reeling

The debut psychological suspense drama from an exciting new voice in thriller fiction, THE PERFECT BETRAYAL is a dark, emotionally engaging novel that asks: who can you trust in your darkest moment?

As satisfyingly intriguing and page-turning as you could possibly want. An emotional read - the end is a shocker!

Emma Curtis, acclaimed author of ONE LITTLE MISTAKE

A heart-rending evocation of grief that packs a devious punch. It left me reeling.

A beautifully written psychological suspense about the power of love after a life-changing loss. A sense of impending doom and foreboding gripped me from the first page as I struggled with Tess to make sense of her new life. Lauren North brilliantly portrays Tess's fear, panic, and confusion, making me root for her throughout. The ending is stunning and powerful.

Mary Torjussen, author of THE GIRL I USED TO BE

A captivating, suspenseful thriller that draws you in - with a twist that will take your breath away.

TM Logan, bestselling author of LIES and THE HOLIDAY

Expertly executed characters who broke my heart and shocks that had me double checking I'd locked the doors, with one of those jaw-on-the-floor twists. What a book!

The Perfect Betrayal had my head spinning 360 degrees . . . Brilliant.

Sandie Jones, author of Reese Witherspoon Book Club pick THE OTHER WOMAN

'A captivating, suspenseful thriller that draws you in - with a twist that will take your breath away.' TM Logan, bestselling author of The Holiday 
 
*** 
 
After the sudden death of her husband, Tess is drowning in grief. All she has left is her son, Jamie, and she’ll do anything to protect him – but she’s struggling to cope. 
 
When grief counsellor Shelley knocks on their door, everything changes. Shelley is understanding and kind, and promises she can help Tess through the hardest time of her life. 
 
But when a string of unsettling events happens and questions arise over her husband’s death, Tess starts to suspect that Shelley may have an ulterior motive. Tess knows she must do everything she can to keep Jamie safe – but she’s at her most vulnerable, and that’s a dangerous place to be . . . 
 
*** 
 
READERS ARE OBSESSED WITH THE PERFECT BETRAYAL: 
 
‘This book floored me!’ 
‘I’m still holding my breath.’ 
‘The ending just hit me right between the eyes.’ 
‘This wasn’t just good, it was amazing . . . jaw dropping.' 
‘I was still reading it at 2.30 am!’ 
‘Wow - that’s the first word that comes to mind.’ 
‘This is my number 1 book read this year.’ 
‘Buy this for yourself, you won’t be able to put it down!’ 
 
*** 
 
'A heart-rending evocation of grief that packs a devious punch. It left me reeling.' Lesley Kara, bestselling author of The Rumour 
 
'As satisfyingly intriguing and page-turning as you could possibly want.' Emma Curtis, author of One Little Mistake 
 
'The Perfect Betrayal had my head spinning 360 degrees . . . Brilliant.' Sandie Jones, author of Reese Witherspoon Book Club pick The Other Woman

Lauren North

Edge-of-your-seat suspense... Utterly gripping

Dark and addictive, twisty and twisted...phenomenal!

A stomach-lurching dive into friendship, longing and betrayal, with pitch-perfect pacing, cracking suspense and twists that keep on twisting!

Philippa East, author of LITTLE WHITE LIES

As twisty as hell with a plot that accelerates at 120mph. Highlighting the danger of not knowing who you are really talking to behind a screen on social media . . . simply brilliant!

Nikki Smith, author of LOOK WHAT YOU MADE ME DO

Dark, gritty...A really great thriller and really original concept.

Intriguing and creepy in all the right ways with great characters. Loved it!

As dark and twisty as a country road after midnight.

Trevor Wood, author of THE MAN ON THE STREET

This action-packed thriller offers a chilling glimpse into the dark world of internet chat rooms. Tense, twisty and terrifying!

All The Wicked Games is a masterclass in suspense - the twisting plot and shocking reveals had me on the edge of my seat from the first page to the last.

Lisa Hall, author of THE WOMAN IN THE WOODS

Twisty, dark and dripping with gut-lurching suspense, All The Wicked Games will grab your attention and refuse to let go until the very last page.

Becca Day, author of THE GIRL BEYOND THE GATES

Thrillingly intense, we devoured this in one sitting

A tense and addictive thriller about betrayal and revenge

IF YOUR BEST FRIEND WAS IN DANGER, YOU'D TRY TO SAVE HER...WOULDN'T YOU? 
 
Are you ready to play? 
 
Best friends Cleo and Rachel spend their evenings pretending to be people they're not, inventing elaborate stories to escape the monotony of their real lives. It's all harmless fun - until they play the game on the wrong person... 
 
It's your move now. 
 
Five years later, Cleo is still struggling to come to terms with the night that destroyed her friendship with Rachel and almost cost them their lives. And then she receives a text: Rachel is missing. Have you seen her? 
 
There's only one person to blame. 
 
Wracked with guilt for failing Rachel the last time they were in danger, Cleo races to find her friend. But could the past be repeating itself? Only this time, they're caught up in a far darker game. 
 
The rules don't matter when the goal is revenge.

All the Wicked Games

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Edge-of-your-seat suspense... Utterly gripping

Dark and addictive, twisty and twisted...phenomenal!

A stomach-lurching dive into friendship, longing and betrayal, with pitch-perfect pacing, cracking suspense and twists that keep on twisting!

Edge-of-your-seat suspense... Utterly gripping

Dark and addictive, twisty and twisted...phenomenal!

A stomach-lurching dive into friendship, longing and betrayal, with pitch-perfect pacing, cracking suspense and twists that keep on twisting!

Edge-of-your-seat suspense... Utterly gripping

Dark and addictive, twisty and twisted...phenomenal!

A stomach-lurching dive into friendship, longing and betrayal, with pitch-perfect pacing, cracking suspense and twists that keep on twisting!

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