by K. L. Slater
I know my daughter better than I know myself and if there’s one thing I know for sure at this moment: it's that Maisie is not ok.
My ex-husband Shaun and I are still friends.
We would do anything for our beautiful little girl, Maisie.
But now Shaun has moved in with Joanne and suddenly, Maisie has a brand new family.
And there’s something not quite right about it…I know Joanne isn’t everything she says she is. Yet no-one will listen.
I need to discover what she’s hiding.
Because if I don’t, my daughter will be in terrible danger.
The most gripping psychological thriller you’ll read this year from the Kindle top five bestselling author K.L. Slater. If you love The Girl on the Train or Gone Girl, you’ll be absolutely hooked.
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'Gripping … By the time I got to the end I was holding my breath and my jaw dropped to the floor … stunning … that left me reeling.' Novel Gossip, 5 stars
‘One of the best psychological thrillers I have ever read … I picked this book up at 10% on Sunday afternoon and resurfaced only once I had devoured every last morsel of this brilliant story.’ Angela Marsons, 5 stars
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Books by K.L. Slater
Safe With Me
Blink
Liar
The Mistake
The Visitor
The Secret
Closer
Finding Grace
A Letter from K.L. Slater
I do hope you have enjoyed reading Finding Grace, my eighth psychological thriller. Reviews are so massively important to authors. If you’ve enjoyed Finding Grace and could spare just a few minutes to write a short review to say so, I would so appreciate that. You can also connect with me via my website, on Facebook, Goodreads or on Twitter. Please do sign up to my email list below to be sure of getting the very latest news, hot off the press!
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Thanks to my publicist, Kim Nash, a seed of an idea from real life sparked off this book, as so often happens. Those of us with children have probably wondered at some point; what age is a good age to allow our son or daughter a little more freedom? Is nine years old too young an age for a sensible child to make the five-minute walk up the street from a friend’s house whilst being monitored by adults?
From this initial thought, I began to imagine, from a parental point of view, that most dreaded scenario: a missing child. A parent with a secret past, an impossible choice… and soon, I found myself thinking about the story a lot, the characters, how I could tell the story.
The book is set in Nottinghamshire, the place I was born and have lived in all my life. Local readers should be aware I often take the liberty of changing street names or geographical details to suit the story.
As always, I barely finish writing my current book than the character voices for my next story begin vying for attention. It’s always an exciting time for me, embarking on a new project. I do hope you’ll join me soon for book nine!
Best wishes,
Kim x
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Blink
A psychological thriller with a killer twist you'll never forget
What if the person you love most in the world was in terrible danger… because of you?
Three years ago, Toni’s five-year-old daughter Evie disappeared after leaving school. The police have never been able to find her. There were no witnesses, no CCTV, no trace.
But Toni believes her daughter is alive. And as she begins to silently piece together her memories, the full story of the past begins to reveal itself, and a devastating truth.
Toni’s mind is trapped in a world of silence, her only chance to save herself is to manage the impossible. She must find a way to make herself heard. She must find her daughter.
A compelling, gripping thriller with a breathtaking twist that will keep you awake until the early hours. Perfect for fans of The Girl on the Train, Behind Closed Doors and The Sister.
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What readers are saying about Blink:
'I was excited to start reading this one and once I started I couldn't stop. I devoured it. Chomped away chapter by chapter until I have hoofed the whole damned lot and you know what? It left me hungry for more ...An absolutely stonking 5 stars from me. Jen Med's Book Reviews
'The book had me from the very first sentence and kept hold of me until I finished it.... There are twists galore but on one occasion my jaw actually dropped open as I realised that all was not as it seemed. Fantastic writing, excellent characterisation that has left me salivating for book number three! Five stars.' Angela Marsons
Liar
A gripping psychological thriller with a shocking twist
How far would you go to protect your family?
Single dad Ben is doing his best to raise his children alone, with the help of his devoted mother Judi. Life isn’t easy, but Judi’s family means everything to her and together, they manage.
Then Ben meets Amber. Everyone thinks this is a perfect match for Ben but Judi isn’t sure … there’s just something about Amber that doesn’t add up.
Ben can’t see why his mother dislikes his new girlfriend. And Amber doesn’t want Judi anywhere near her new family. Amber just wants Ben and the children.
The further Judi delves into Amber’s personal life, the closer she gets to shocking secrets that could change everything. And Judi must make a decision that could lead to the most disastrous consequences.
Liar is a compelling psychological thriller with a breathtaking twist that will keep you awake until the early hours. Perfect for fans of Behind Closed Doors, The Girl Before and The Sister.
What readers are saying about K.L. Slater:
‘Brilliant… very clever.’ B. A. Paris, author of Behind Closed Doors
‘I want to take it and scream from the rooftops. I want to make everyone I know read a copy. I want to knock on doors and leave this book in mailboxes. If you can’t tell, I LOVED Blink by K.L. Slater. Enthralling, fast-paced and dark … I read this one into the night, I left the book open on my bed so I could try and absorb more as I slept. If you want a hair-raising thriller, then look no further. Blink is a must-read. 5 stars.’ Clues and Reviews
The Mistake
An unputdownable psychological thriller with a brilliant twist
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You think you know the truth about the people you love.
But one discovery can change everything…
Eight-year-old Billy goes missing one day, out flying his kite with his sister Rose. Two days later, he is found dead.
Sixteen years on, Rose still blames herself for Billy’s death. How could she have failed to protect her little brother?
Rose has never fully recovered from the trauma, and one of the few people she trusts is her neighbour Ronnie, who she has known all her life. But one day Ronnie falls ill, and Rose goes next door to help him… and what she finds in his attic room turns her world upside down.
Rose thought she knew the truth about what happened to Billy. She thought she knew her neighbour. Now the only thing she knows is that she is in danger…
The Mistake is a completely gripping thriller that will keep you up all night, from the top ten bestselling author of Blink, Liar and Safe with Me. Perfect for fans of Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train.
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Safe With Me
A psychological thriller so tense it will take your breath away
Thirteen years ago someone did something very bad to Anna. Now it’s her turn to get even…
Anna lives a solitary existence, taking solace in order and routine. Her only friend is the lon
ely old lady next door. She doesn’t like to let people to get too close – she knows how much damage they can do.
Then one ordinary day Anna witnesses a devastating road accident and recognises the driver as Carla, the woman who ruined her life all those years ago. Now it’s Anna’s chance to set things straight but her revenge needs to be executed carefully…
First she needs to get to know Liam, the man injured in the accident. She needs to follow the police investigation. She needs to watch Carla from the shadows…
But as Anna’s obsession with Carla escalates, her own secrets start to unravel. Is Carla really dangerous or does Anna need to worry about someone far closer to home?
A compelling, gripping psychological thriller, perfect for fans of The Girl on the Train and The Sister.
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What everyone's saying about Safe With Me:
'Holy Hell what a jaw dropper!... Just need a moment to lift my jaw back off the floor, what a fantastic debut!' Chelle's Book Reviews
'A very clever psychological thriller that plays with your mind and makes you feel like you've stepped off the waltzers at the fairground!' By the Letter Books
'A superb psychological thriller. Fast-paced and thoroughly gripping.' The Book Review Cafe
The Secret
An absolutely gripping psychological thriller
You turn your back for a minute. And now your son is in terrible danger …
Louise is struggling to cope. As a busy working mum, she often has to leave her eight-year-old son Archie at her sister Alice’s flat.
Alice and Louise used to be close. But there’s a lot they don’t know about each other now - like the bottle of vodka Louise hides in her handbag, Alice’s handsome new friend and the odd behaviour of her next-door neighbour.
Archie is a curious little boy. He likes to play on his own at his auntie’s flat until one day when he sees something he shouldn’t. Now he has a secret of his own. One he can’t tell his mum. One that could put him and his family in terrible danger.
The most gripping psychological thriller you’ll read this year from the top five bestselling author K.L. Slater. Perfect for fans of The Girl on the Train and Gone Girl.
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What readers are saying about K.L. Slater:
‘Omg! Slater is amazing! She is such a talented writer! Up to the very last page you will be shocked! Her cast of characters are so real!!!! Such a memorable book!... The end will have you gasping in disbelief! Whoa!!!!! 10 Stars!’ Two Girls and a Book Obsession, 5 stars
‘One word—spectacular! This author gets better and better... This book had me on tenterhooks and there were times I forgot to breathe… She has exceeded the high standards she set in her previous books. Brilliant! An amazing, addictive, thrilling, unputdownable, fabulous read.’ Renita D’Silva, 5 stars
The Visitor
A psychological thriller with a breathtaking twist
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Everyone has a secret in their past.
Everyone pretends to be something they’re not.
But someone is always watching… and that someone is closer than you think.
Holly returns to her home town after some time away – she has been through something terrible and now she needs a safe haven in which to recover, and to plan the rest of her life. She finds a room in a quiet and leafy suburban street, in the home of Cora Barrett.
David lives next door to Cora Barrett and he sees everything that happens on Baker Crescent. David stays at home, and he watches: he likes to feel safe and he doesn’t like to leave the house. He wants to keep his friends and neighbours safe too. So he observes them, and he records every tiny detail of their lives, just in case the information is ever needed.
Both lonely and vulnerable, Holly and David gradually begin to strike up a friendship. But Holly can’t shake the feeling that someone from her past might have tracked her down. And David is always watching… But uncovering the secret that could save his new friend and neighbour could be the one thing that destroys him.
The Visitor is an unputdownable psychological thriller, from the bestselling author of Blink and The Mistake.
Acknowledgements
I count myself very lucky that I have so many supportive and talented people around me.
First huge thanks as always must go to Lydia Vassar-Smith, my fabulous editor at Bookouture, for her guidance and suggestions in making the book the best it can be. Thanks to ALL the Bookouture team for everything they do, especially to fabulous publicity manager, Kim Nash, who inadvertently provided the first seed of the idea that became this book!
Thanks, to my agent, Camilla Bolton, who is such a fantastic support in my writing career. Thanks also, to the rest of the hardworking team at Darley Anderson Literary, TV and Film Agency.
Thanks to my writing buddy, Angela Marsons who provides encouragement, support and laughs on a daily basis!
Massive thanks as always go to my husband, Mac, for his love and support and for taking care of everything so I have the time to write. To my family, especially my daughter, Francesca.
Special thanks must also go to Henry Steadman who has designed such a striking cover for Finding Grace.
Thank you to the bloggers and reviewers who do so much to help authors and to everyone who has taken the time to post a positive review online or has taken part in my blog tour. It is noticed and much appreciated.
Last but not least, thank you SO much to my wonderful readers. I love receiving all the wonderful comments and messages and I am truly grateful for each and every reader’s support.
Published by Bookouture in 2019
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This book is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, organizations, places and events other than those clearly in the public domain, are either the product of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events or locales is entirely coincidental.