Jess Ryder

A nail biting gripping psychological thriller

The Ex-Wife

A gripping psychological thriller with a shocking twist

Lie to Me

A twisty, dark psychological thriller that will have you gripped

The Good Sister

‘One of the best psychological thrillers I’ve read in a long long time.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Just brilliant, loved every page, every twist and turn’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Sunk its claws into me from page one and didn’t let go until the end’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Be prepared to be glued to this story!...Absolutely all the stars!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Set aside everything that you have to do… This book will grip you from the very first pages… I loved it.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ When I first set eyes on Westhill House with its breath-taking views of the sea I knew it was the perfect place for a fresh start. The place may be falling apart, but it can be fixed with some tender loving care. And as Jack and I work to repair this beautiful building, maybe we can repair our relationship too. Maybe we can make Westhill House a refuge from all the tragedies that came before. Lori has come to Westhill House for shelter too. She says it used to be a place where women went for safety. How can I turn her away, when violence waits for her outside these high walls? But the longer Lori stays, the more time Jack spends away. And the more she helps me restore the house, the more secrets start to be revealed. Like the children’s drawings under the wallpaper in the back bedroom. The hidden papers underneath the floorboards in the turret room. But why does Lori know so much about Westhill House, if she’s never been here before? What does she really need protection from? And now I’ve invited her into my dream house, is there any escape for either of us? A gripping, spine-chilling read brimming with secrets and lies. If you loved The Girl on the Train, The Wife Between Us or The Woman in the Window then this dark, twisting psychological thriller from Amazon chart bestseller Jess Ryder is guaranteed to have you gripped. What readers are saying about The Dream House: ‘Wow, what an amazing thrilling, chilling book that sunk its claws into me from page one and didn’t let go until the very end… Ryder will be on my top list of authors… full of thrills, chills, hearts aches, and twist & turns! Will be highly recommending.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘…I think this may be one of the best psychological thrillers I’ve read in a long, long time. I was hooked! Every time I thought I knew where the plot was going something else would happened and I’d be asking more questions. The twists and turns were gripping and I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. Seriously get yourself a copy when this book hits shelves on June 21st, you won’t regret it!’ Goodreads reviewer ‘Unputdownable.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars Gripping… had me in its grasp from the very first page… I could not turn the pages quickly enough to discover the mysteries hidden inside Westhill House… This is a brilliantly executed novel that I would not hesitate to recommend.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘Brilliant… I could not put this one down!!! Superb read!!!’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘What an incredible thriller! Love this author and literally couldn’t tear myself away from this book. Will definitely be reading more.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘Just brilliant, loved every page, every twist and turn and I was gripped from the very first chapter… I have no hesitation in recommending this addictive page turner.’ Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars ‘Seriously good! Very intense, could not put it down. A perfect example of a book that you are obsessed with reading - cannot wait to find out what happens but do not want it to end. I will definitely be looking for more books by this author.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Totally gripping book that I couldn’t put down… Kept me guessing until the end, a real page turner.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘The Dream House’ is a gripping and sinister thriller with a cleverly written plot full of menace and intrigue that at times made me feel uncomfortable and worried at what was going to happen to Stella who’s gullible but understandably so. I was hooked from the beginning and had to keep reading to find out what was going to happen, finishing it in a day.’ Goodreads Reviewer ‘…This was a great read, and I had a hard time setting the book down. Jess Ryder writes an extremely atmospheric tale that blends two different timelines seamlessly. Certain aspects are downright haunting, and her writing makes you 100% invested in the characters and their stories. ‘Goodreads Reviewer ‘Wow, this is an absolutely fantastic thriller! Not only is it highly addictive, but Jess Ryder also conveys some very serious topics such as domestic violence, brilliantly and sensitively into this story… This is brilliant book; gripping, character-driven, wonderfully written. I've been in a bit of a reading slump when it comes to thrillers lately, but this one really is a standout novel.’ Super Heroines, 5 stars ‘I loved this one and couldn’t wait to get to the end.’ Mrs Joe Reads ‘I'm a fan of this author and was excited to get a chance to read The Dream House! The story is clever, as I've come to expect from Ryder, and the characters are engaging and multi-dimensional. I don't want to give away anything of the plot, but there are plenty of twists and turns that kept me on my toes!’ The Princess and the Pen Cooking the Books Review, 5 stars ‘A thoroughly convincing and enthralling read. A psychological thriller that is unpredictable and will totally shock you when you least expect it.’ Cooking the Books Review, 5 stars ‘ ‘Gripped me from the start. Westhill House is brought to life with an unsettling chill. The characters are authentic and intriguing… constantly had me guessing… Captivating… grips you until the very end.’ Irresistibly Bookish ‘Wow!… I loved it, pacy and taut with well written characters. Read it now!’ Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars ‘So this isn’t my first book by Ryder, and I have to admit, she REALLY knows how to write a gripping story!… awesome awesome book by her.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘…Definitely a great mystery-thriller. I was guessing every which way and found myself stymied time and time again. Loved being kept on the edge of my seat. Such a thrilling read!’ A Bookish Way of Life

An absolutely gripping psychological thriller

The Dream House

All she wanted was the life they had… It is the day of Erin’s fortieth birthday party. Pink and silver balloons drift through her garden, the platters of food are empty and the recycling is overflowing with empty wine bottles. As Erin mingles with groups of family and friends, surrounded by love and laughter, she feels like the luckiest woman alive. She has no idea what fate has in store… Then a little red envelope lands on the doormat and everything changes. Inside is a birthday card from somebody she never dreamed would get in touch. Its message is a chilling reminder of the dark past that Erin has worked so hard to bury, a past that could put her precious family in terrible danger… A gripping, spine-chilling read brimming with secrets and lies. If you loved The Girl on the Train or The Woman in the Window, then this dark, twisting psychological thriller from bestselling author Jess Ryder is guaranteed to have you gripped. What readers are saying about The Girl You Gave Away: ‘Very well written. The storyline was so enticing that there is no surprise and the author sucks you in. I read this book in about two days. I cannot wait to read another story by this author.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Another gripping read from a talented author who has become, for me, a firm favourite. Ms Ryder deftly crafts a story that will keep you reading into the night, desperate to see how it all plays out… I am always thrilled to read the newest offering from a favourite author, and this one does not disappoint.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What a great book. Would definitely recommend to it others I know. Great work will look out for this author again.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Yet another superb psychological thriller from Jess Ryder… The Girl You Gave Away is an excellent psychological thriller and something Jess Ryder seems to excel in. A real page-turner of a book and a certain 5 star read.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was disappointed when the book ended. I was not ready to say goodbye yet… I was captured by the writing style and the heartbreaking story that kept me up till 2 am.’ B for Book Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Full of twists that make the reader glued to the pages, absorbing narrators, and entertaining and mysterious characters… another phenomenal thriller.’ Alina’s Reading Corner, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow!! This is a gripping book that had me reading until the wee hours. From the first chapter I was pulled into the story and didn’t want to put it down… There is everything possible in this book, mystery, love, heartbreak, twists, blind alleys… The book is one of the best psychological suspense stories I have read. You don’t want to miss out on reading this book… 5 stars all the way.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Was gripped from the first chapter, kept me guessing, plenty of twists, did not see the ending coming. Definitely worth reading.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book had me hooked that I was up until the wee hours of the morning to find out how it all ended… As it ramped up with certain twists, it just kept on coming and I did not want to stop reading… I would definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for a great thriller novel!… It did NOT disappoint!’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘WOW. I finished this book last night and have not stopped thinking about it since.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A lot of powerful drama and superb suspense definitely lead to a 5 star rating!!!’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If you're after a page-turner, The Girl You Gave Away is exactly that. A terrific hook grips you from the start, and the story maintains its grip throughout the well-paced narrative… I read this in one sitting.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Girl You Gave Away

A wife. A mistress. A week away with no escape... As my girlfriends and I sip wine and share secrets in the flickering candlelight of our remote Scottish hideaway, we all agree we need this break. Every morning we will swim in icy cold lochs and hike to remote beaches and each night we will sip wine and share stories, cosy beside the log burner. It will be a break none of us will ever forget. But behind my warm smile, there is ice in my heart. One of my friends is my husband's lover, and it's only a matter of time before I discover which one. She thinks she has me fooled, but she's not the only one with secrets. I don't let my smile slip, but as I get closer to the truth, it becomes very clear that in these remote Scottish hills, far from help, someone is going to pay for their lies with their life... A completely gripping and addictive page turner. Fans of The Guest List, K.L. Slater and Jackie Kabler will be utterly hooked on My Husband's Lover. What everyone is saying about Jess Ryder: 'Wow this is a stonker of a book. Gripped me from the very first page and even made my bath water go cold in a desperate attempt to finish it... fantastic... takes hold and doesn't let go.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A whopping 5* from me... had me up to early hours of the morning, so transfixed was I to this story that I heard the birds tweeting outside. The ending had me gasping in awe. Truly a masterpiece.' Sue and her Books, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I seriously could NOT put this book down! It had me hooked from the beginning to the end... my mind was blown... kept me guessing until the very end. Add this book to your reading list, you won't be disappointed!' Red Head That Reads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Set aside everything that you have to do... This book will grip you from the very first pages and hold you tightly in its grasp right until the very last page... it will have you staring into space and wondering what book you could possibly read next because no book would be able to top the one you have just finished. I loved it.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

An Unputdownable Psychological Thriller with a Breathtaking Twist

My Husband's Lover

‘They’re lying,’ my little stepson whispers, his blue eyes shining with tears as I tuck him into bed for the first time. ‘They think I’ve forgotten, but I remember everything. I know my mummy is still alive.’ My best friend warned me that it was too soon to marry Edward, a widower with an adorable but troubled little boy. She said we were moving too fast. But all I could see was a kind, loving man, struggling with grief, who needed my help. Yet as storm clouds gather above our small wedding ceremony, my hopes and dreams fall apart. None of my husband’s family turn up to support us. Instead of a honeymoon, we have a quiet night in. My wedding bouquet is placed on his first wife’s grave. And then my new stepson tells me he’s sure his mother is still alive. What does Noah remember and why is his father trying to make him forget? Have I been completely wrong about my husband? What happened to the woman who came before me, and how far will he go to stop me finding out the truth? An utterly unputdownable, gripping, twisty psychological thriller, perfect for fans of Before I Go To Sleep, The Girl on the Train and Gone Girl. What everyone is saying about The Second Marriage: 'Wow this is another unputdownable book which once it had its claws in me I couldn’t stop reading. This is such a twisted story... I loved it!’ Book Lovers Anon UK, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A gripping domestic thriller that you won't be able to put down… an unputdownable domestic thriller with a twist that you'll never see coming… Once I started this book, I could not put it down… I was blown away by the ending of this book… 5 explosive stars’ Layton Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book is absolutely amazing!! Read it in one day I couldn’t put my phone down I just had to keep reading it!! It was a page turner when you thought you had it all figured out you didn’t !!! Love love love this book!!!!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This was so twisty & enjoyable I could not stop turning the pages… Jess Ryder's writing is so compelling and suspenseful making this novel a great reading experience… this was one crazy ride!... an amazing book!’ Oh Happy Reading, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A gripping, page-turning thrill of a read. Do you trust him- or don’t you? A wonderful rollercoaster, a fabulous plot and a great ending.’ Linda Strong Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This one sucked me in quickly!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow. I could NOT put this one down. Perfect for fans of B. A. Paris, this is a purely addictive domestic thriller… The end is so intense it will have you at the edge of your seat until the chapter ends.’ Ludwig’s Thrillers

An utterly gripping psychological thriller

The Second Marriage

‘I seriously could NOT put this book down! Had me hooked from the beginning to the end… my mind was blown… kept me guessing until the very end.’ Red Head That Reads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It was just one night away. But now my little girl is missing. I didn’t want to leave her. But my husband insisted that a weekend away would do me good. I’ve been feeling like someone is watching me, that things in our home aren’t where I left them. He says I need a break. My sister offered to babysit my precious Mabel. She promised me that everything would be fine. But while we’re away, the phone call comes. Mabel has been taken. I rush home, a horrible sick feeling flooding my stomach. I climb the stairs to her nursery to find her little cot empty, our home horribly quiet.. The police are interviewing everyone, but nobody knows what happened to Mabel. My sister is distraught, my husband in pieces. But they wanted me to leave my child. How can I trust them? Someone wants to hurt me. To punish me. Do they know what I’ve done? And how can I find the truth, and bring my darling girl home? A truly gripping psychological thriller of manipulation and betrayal from bestselling author Jess Ryder. The Night Away will have you hooked until the final devastating revelation. Perfect for fans of The Girl on the Train or The Woman in the Window. What everyone is saying about The Night Away: ‘I started this book late on a Friday night and stayed up until I could finish it. This book is unputdownable… The first chapter of this book is one of the creepiest things I have ever read. The Night Away has the reader doing double takes at each turn in this book. There are so many twists that I felt like I had whiplash at the end. Again, unputdownable. I loved this book.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Oh my, what a book. The ending was quite a shocker… This book is fast paced, never a dull moment. This was one that I could not put down. My first read by this author, but will definitely not be my last.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This was the first book by Jess Ryder I have read and it won't be the last – I absolutely loved it. The story was gripping and well written, keeping you hooked and in suspense all the way through. The twists and turns were fantastic and you are kept guessing until the end. I completely recommend this book.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A well-written, gripping novel that preys on the fears of all new mothers. Jess Ryder has a great way with words and this is another superb novel.’ Netgalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What an amazing novel! The characters were well drawn and the storyline flowed seamlessly. The mystery kept me guessing until the very end. Highly recommended!’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Definitely a five-star read. An emotional story with heartwarming and believable characters. I loved reading this novel, and actually I've read all of Jess Ryder's books.’ Netgalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Clear your schedule because you are not going to be able to put this one down… a chilling, satisfying read. 5 stars.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Exciting and incredibly nail-biting with an intriguing plot and believable characters and it had me hooked from the very first page. It’s a compelling thriller that contains bucketloads of suspense, drama, tension and twists and turns.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This made my heart stop! A great read, fast paced and suspenseful… this one comes highly recommended!’ A Likely Story

An absolutely unputdownable psychological thriller

The Night Away

It's everything she's ever wanted... When I first set eyes on Westhill House with its breath-taking views of the sea I knew Jack and I could make this our forever home. It may be falling apart with an overgrown garden, but with some tender loving care, we can repair this beautiful building and perhaps our relationship too... But the more time I spend renovating our new house, the more time Jack is spending at work. At least Lori is here to keep me company. She has her own troubles yet she always listens to mine. She's helping to restore the house, uncovering its secrets one by one. Like the children's drawings under the wallpaper in the back bedroom. The hidden papers underneath the floorboards in the turret room. And the fact that Westhill House is a place women used to go to feel safe... Lori seems to know a lot about Westhill House. The question is, why? A gripping, spine-chilling read brimming with secrets and lies. If you loved The Girl on the Train, The Wife Between Us or The Woman in the Window then this dark, twisting psychological thriller from Amazon chart bestseller Jess Ryder is guaranteed to have you gripped. What readers are saying about The Dream House: 'Wow, what an amazing thrilling, chilling book that sunk its claws into me from page one and didn't let go until the very end... Ryder will be on my top list of authors... full of thrills, chills, hearts aches, and twist & turns! Will be highly recommending.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Gripping... had me in its grasp from the very first page... I could not turn the pages quickly enough to discover the mysteries hidden inside Westhill House... This is a brilliantly executed novel that I would not hesitate to recommend.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Brilliant... I could not put this one down!!! Superb read!!!' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'What an incredible thriller! Love this author and literally couldn't tear myself away from this book. Will definitely be reading more.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Just brilliant, loved every page, every twist and turn and I was gripped from the very first chapter... I have no hesitation in recommending this addictive page turner.' Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Seriously good! Very intense, could not put it down. A perfect example of a book that you are obsessed with reading - cannot wait to find out what happens but do not want it to end. I will definitely be looking for more books by this author.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Totally gripping book that I couldn't put down... Kept me guessing until the end, a real page turner.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

The Dream House: An Absolutely Gripping Psychological Thriller

'They're lying, ' my little stepson whispers, his blue eyes shining with tears as I tuck him into bed for the first time. 'They think I've forgotten, but I remember everything. I know my mummy is still alive.' My best friend warned me that it was too soon to marry Edward, a widower with an adorable but troubled little boy. She said we were moving too fast. But all I could see was a kind, loving man, struggling with grief, who needed my help. Yet as storm clouds gather above our small wedding ceremony, my hopes and dreams fall apart. None of my husband's family turn up to support us. Instead of a honeymoon, we have a quiet night in. My wedding bouquet is placed on his first wife's grave. And then my new stepson tells me he's sure his mother is still alive. What does Noah remember and why is his father trying to make him forget? Have I been completely wrong about my husband? What happened to the woman who came before me, and how far will he go to stop me finding out the truth? An utterly unputdownable, gripping, twisty psychological thriller, perfect for fans of Before I Go To Sleep, The Girl on the Train and Gone Girl. What everyone is saying about The Second Marriage: 'Sweet JESUS what a story. Holy smokes I was NOT prepared. This was incredibly great.' Read with K8, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'WOW! Just WOW! Gobsmacked by the twist!! really, really, really good. I raced through this brilliant, twist filled book. It was completely engrossing, impossible to put down and the twist floored me...The plot was brilliant and consistent throughout, it's an unputdownable psychological thrill ride.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wow this is another unputdownable book which once it had its claws in me I couldn't stop reading. This is such a twisted story... I loved it!' Book Lovers Anon UK, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A gripping domestic thriller that you won't be able to put down... an unputdownable domestic thriller with a twist that you'll never see coming... Once I started this book, I could not put it down... I was blown away by the ending of this book... 5 explosive stars' Layton Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Second Marriage: An Utterly Gripping Psychological Thriller

Un grande thriller Autrice del bestseller La ex moglie Quando ho posato per la prima volta gli occhi su Westhill House, collocata in quella posizione mozzafiato a strapiombo sul mare, ho capito che io e jack avremmo potuto vivere lì per sempre. Ero certa che con un po’ d’impegno sarei riuscita a riportarla all’antico splendore. E ristrutturando la casa avrei potuto aggiustare anche le cose tra me e Jack. Lui, però, è troppo preso dal suo lavoro... Se non fosse per Lori sarei già crollata. È venuta qui in cerca d’aiuto e di un posto sicuro in cui rifugiarsi, ma adesso sono io ad avere bisogno di lei. Mi dà una mano e mi tiene compagnia e insieme, poco alla volta, stiamo scoprendo i segreti di Westhill House. Come i disegni infantili coperti dalla carta da parati o gli appunti nascosti sotto le assi del pavimento. Ho il sospetto che Lori sappia molto più di quello che dice... La domanda è: perché? Un thriller in vetta alle classifiche Era la casa dei suoi sogni Finché questi non si sono trasformati in incubi Hanno scritto di La ex moglie: «Nel mare magnum dei thriller, bisogna pescare bene. Ecco un romanzo da leggere, arrivato in vetta alle classifiche.» Il Venerdì di Repubblica «Cupo ed enigmatico, tiene con il fiato sospeso fino al finale, che lascia a bocca aperta.» Jess Ryder Ha lavorato per anni come sceneggiatrice e la sua passione è guardare serie TV poliziesche. Ha pubblicato numerosi libri di successo, molti dei quali per bambini e adolescenti, ma la sua vera passione sono i thriller. La Newton Compton ha pubblicato La ex moglie e I segreti di Westhill House.

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