The House of Secrets
Thirteenth in the thriller series - a psychological crime mystery.
Available on Amazon in paperback, ebook, audiobook and Apple Books
BOOK REVIEW
EWN Summer 2025
Another Gripping Psychological Suspense Crime Thriller
A decade after 10-year-old Ellie vanishes, a confused young woman is hit by a van near Denbigh, North Wales. No ID, no memory - nothing. Ellie’s mother is sure it’s her daughter, back at last. Others aren't so convinced. As old wounds reopen, detectives suspect the young woman knows more than she’s letting on. A mysterious figure seems to know her too - and might be threatening her. Meanwhile, true-crime podcaster Alice Myers starts digging. As secrets surface and tensions mount, the case hurtles toward a dramatic showdown. Elusive clues, fractured relationships and long-buried secrets all converge in an explosive finale where a hugely unexpected double twist ensures no loose ends remain untied.
With complex characters, betrayals and revelations galore, the truth behind Ellie’s disappearance leaves no secret safe and no one untouched.
Right from the start, great storytelling shines through in a narrative rich with tension and countless twists. The plot is a roller-coaster ride, deftly balancing between what seems obvious and what lurks beneath, keeping you on your toes as you try to piece together the puzzle. The "whodunit" aspect is particularly intriguing, compelling you to second-guess yourself at every turn.
WHAT READERS SAY
Roller-Coaster Ride
‘If you like an action packed story, adrenaline fuelled, twisty but satisfying, then this is it. Hold on tight, it’s a roller-coaster on steroids!’ Tina Rainsford, Newcastle, 2025
‘What a roller-coaster ride this was! It had me sitting on the edge of my seat – plus a fantastic ending!’ Chris Murchison, Leeds, 2025
‘I don’t want to say too much in case of spoilers, but I was so pleased to have many of my guesses about what might happen or who did it proved wrong. The author does like to keep her readers on their toes!’ Kay Trowsdale, Aberdeen, 2025
Intricate Plot
‘Intense plot, many twists and turns, will keep you reading through the night! Fast paced and not repetitive, well-developed characters, unputdownable book.’ Colleen McCarthy, Dublin, 2025
‘This has a complex plot, great characters (good guys and bad), enough twists and turns to make me dizzy - and a satisfying ending.’ Gina Ferguson, Swansea, 2025
‘Utterly compulsive reading! … A tense undercurrent runs throughout as you wait to find out just how all the threads of the story will come together, and when they do… phew… what an ending!’ GabbyTobin, Manchester, 2025
Strong but Flawed Characters
‘This book has everything I look for in a psychological suspense crime thriller - strong but flawed characters, multiple plot lines that intersect, a couple of twists I did NOT see coming and thorny questions about policing and society that are relevant to the real world. Can't wait for the next one!’ Chloe Maxted, Cardiff, 2025
‘The House of Secrets is a must-read for fans of gripping crime stories and true-crime podcasts. With its intricate plot, unexpected twists, and well-developed characters, it’s a thrilling ride from start to finish.’ Rachel Watters, Sheffield, 2025
‘With a cast of credible, gripping and well drawn characters populating a cleverly crafted plot and with a lively narrative this is the latest in a superlative collection of psychological suspense crime thrillers which shows no signs whatsoever of flagging.’ Ian Knowlson, Liverpool, 2025
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Nora Johnson