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Wendy Walker

Wendy Walker has worked as an attorney specialising in family law. She lives in Connecticut where she is at work on her next novel.

Genres: Mystery

Novels

   Four Wives (2008)
   Social Lives (2009)
   All Is Not Forgotten (2016)
   Emma in the Night (2017)
   The Night Before (2019)
   Don't Look For Me (2020)
   What Remains (2023)
   American Girl (2023)

Wendy Walker recommends

My Favorite Terrible Thing (2024)
Madeleine Henry
"My Favorite Terrible Thing is one of my favorite books of the year! Insightful, emotional, and utterly surprising, I devoured this deeply psychological novel in one sitting and immediately wanted to read it again. Madeleine Henry is brilliant!"

The Hunter's Daughter (2024)
Nicola Solvinic
"Adept depictions of childhood trauma and the power of legacy drive this story about the daughter of a serial killer who must now investigate her father's copycat. Atmospheric, taut and haunting, The Hunter's Daughter is a thoroughly compelling read!"

The Father She Went to Find (2024)
Carter Wilson
"In his latest page-turning and deeply psychological novel, Carter Wilson has deftly crafted one of the most compelling and unique characters you'll read this year! I was glued to every word."

Such a Lovely Family (2024)
Aggie Blum Thompson
"A wealthy family, a locked room murder, and crafty writing make Such A Lovely Family crazy, good fun! Your next one-sitting read."

Don't Forget Me (2024)
Rea Frey
"In her latest thriller, Frey writes with authority, weaving together themes of family secrets, domestic violence, and childhood trauma. The characters are complex and believable and the plot expertly crafted. A highly compelling page-turner!"

The Split (2024)
Kit Frick
"In this clever domestic thriller by Kit Frick, one split decision takes two twisty paths in a crafty sliding doors plot. The characters leap from the pages and the family dysfunction feels both complex and grounded. A highly relatable and page-turning read!"

One Wrong Word (2024)
Hank Phillippi Ryan
"Driven by astutely drawn characters and fueled by a masterful plot, One Wrong Word had me guessing until the very last page. Hank Phillippi Ryan knows how to keep readers on the edge of their seats, and she does it again with this pulse pounding thriller. Bravo!"

First Lie Wins (2024)
Ashley Elston
"Outstanding! The deeply woven characters in First Lie Wins pulled me in from the first page, then took me on a spellbinding ride. Ashley Elston has crafted an ingenious, unforgettable cat and mouse thriller!"

Lights Out (2023)
(Kate Green, book 1)
Elise Hart Kipness
"When a basketball superstar is murdered in his gated home, all eyes look to his wife and circle of insiders for possible suspects. Drawing on her experience as a national sports reporter and long-time resident of suburban Connecticut, Elise Hart Kipness takes us inside both worlds in this scandalous, page-turning thriller!"

Wednesdays at One (2023)
Sandra A Miller
"A poignant deep dive into the muddy waters of secrets and regret, forgiveness and loss. A book to leave you breathless!"

Have You Seen Her (2023)
Catherine McKenzie
"When Cassie Peters returns to her life as a search and rescue worker, a man winds up dead. Who is he? And what was she running from? A full cast of characters explored through shifting timelines make Have You Seen Her a fabulous adventure. The writing is superb and the twist a brilliant surprise! Another killer read by Catherine McKenzie."

Lovely Girls (2023)
Margot Hunt
"When a body washes up on a Florida beach, anyone could be the killer - or the victim - in a town where the girls are raised to be ruthless and the mothers will stop at nothing to protect them. Pages turn themselves in this deliciously devious tale!"

The Resemblance (2022)
Lauren Nossett
"The Resemblance is a taut campus mystery that grows bigger and dives deeper into the community as the crime unfolds. Twisty turns with an emotional punch deliver a captivating read."

Imposter (2022)
Bradeigh Godfrey
"After Lilian and her estranged sister, Rosie, survive a near-fatal hit-and-run, Lilian must uncover long-buried secrets from Rosie's troubled past to keep them both safe. The lines between reality and illusion blur as Imposter builds to an electrifying twist and action-packed ending. A great debut of psychological suspense from a writer to watch!"

The Rule of Three (2022)
E G Scott
"A frantic call to 911 about a dead husband shoots this thriller right out of a cannon and lands it dead center in Stepford Wives suburbia. An intricate web of lies and misdirection follows as the body count rises and the pages begin to turn themselves. E.G. Scott has spun a wild and devious tale with The Rule of Three!"

The Last Housewife (2022)
Ashley Winstead
"Provocative and downright terrifying, The Last Housewife feels ripped from the headlines as it explores the dark world of a violent, misogynist cult in a New York college town. The story unfolds through the eyes of Shay Evans, who returns to avenge the deaths of two college friends and save the women who are still in danger. Winstead deftly tackles the complicated issues of gender, coercion and agency while crafting an edge-of-your-seat, action-packed thriller!"

Are You Sara? (2022)
S C Lalli
"Dynamic women with complicated lives take center stage in this twisty mystery about a rideshare mix-up which results in murder. Lalli is a fresh voice in the thriller genre and a writer to watch!"

What Jonah Knew (2022)
Barbara Graham
"In this captivating novel, Barbara Graham takes us straight to the heart of devastating human emotion, love, loss, and the mysteries of life and death. What Jonah Knew is a metaphysical journey wrapped up in the breathtaking pages of a psychological thriller."

First Victim (2022)
Debbie Babitt
"The life of a judge presiding over a brutal murder trial begins to unravel as the case unearths ghosts from her dark past - one she's kept secret from everyone, including her grown daughter. Propulsive writing and a gripping story make First Victim one hell of a thriller!"

It Could Be Anyone (2022)
Jaime Lynn Hendricks
"When five friends attend a destination wedding in Miami, the groom dies and everyone is a suspect in this expertly crafted locked room mystery. The web of secrets cleverly unfolds from the very first page, and will keep readers guessing until the very last. Highly engaging!"

Dear Seraphina (2022)
Avery Bishop
"Wickedly clever and full of delicious surprises, Dear Seraphina is a fantastic novella! Avery Bishop deftly establishes the characters then lets the story fly off the page. I loved it!"

One of us is Dead (2022)
Jeneva Rose
"Big Little Lies meets Real Housewives in this scandalous mystery by Jeneva Rose. One of Us Is Dead takes an insightful look at wealth and power when a group of socialites gather at an exclusive salon and one of them winds up dead. A wicked, clever, and highly entertaining read!"

Lacie's Secrets (2022)
Tullan Holmqvist and Teresa Sorkin
"This compelling story about the lasting power of dark family secrets and childhood trauma is a great read!"

Finding Grace (2022)
Janis Thomas
"Finding Grace is a compelling psychological suspense drama about the ties that bind and the forgiveness that lives within us all. A truly unique and captivating read!"

Beneath the Stairs (2022)
Jennifer Fawcett
"In Beneath the Stairs, Jennifer Fawcett explores the lasting impact of childhood trauma in this metaphysical story about a house with buried secrets. An enthralling debut by a gifted storyteller!"

The Perfect Escape (2022)
Leah Konen
"When three women embark on a trip to forget their broken lives, they become embroiled in the centre of a murder investigation. The Perfect Escape is a clever, locked room mystery that is compulsively readable and impossible to put down!"

The Department of Rare Books and Special Collections (2022)
Eva Jurczyk
"This intricately woven literary mystery brings readers into the cut-throat world of academia where rare book collections compete for money and prestige, and where those in power will do whatever it takes to protect their institution. A strong female protagonist and complex relationships drive this impressive, genre-bending debut."

Everything We Didn't Say (2021)
Nicole Baart
"In the small town of Jericho, the past is better left alone – even when a double murder remains unsolved, casting shadows on a family that has been torn apart for over fourteen years. Weaving together past and present, Everything We Didn’t Say is a poignant, riveting tale about love, loyalty and secrets that will sink into your bones and leave you breathless!"

The Stranger in the Mirror (2021)
Liv Constantine
"With the author’s trademark flair for mind-bending plot twists, The Stranger in the Mirror takes readers on a wild ride. Twisty, dark, and psychologically compelling, this is a Liv Constantine novel you do not want to miss!"

Kill All Your Darlings (2021)
David Bell
"This compelling thriller about a professor, a student, and a stolen manuscript that closely mirrors a real-life murder will keep readers guessing until the very last page. Kill All Your Darlings is storytelling at its very best!"

Her Last Breath (2021)
Hilary Davidson
"Hilary Davidson brings her A game in this stand-alone thriller about a woman’s search to find her sister’s killer. With a twisty Agatha Christie plot, complex psychological threads, and deep, dark family secrets, Her Last Breath is a genre-bending page-turner!"

Confess to Me (2021)
Sharon Doering
"Wow! The characters in Confess to Me jump right off the page. Doering writes with exceptional authenticity and imagination, delivering spellbinding plot twists in this small town psychological thriller. I loved every moment spent with this story!"

Ruby Falls (2021)
Deborah Goodrich Royce
"In 1968, young Ruby Russell loses her father while touring an underground cave. She recalls the moment his hand left hers, and nearly twenty years later, his disappearance remains a mystery. Ruby has reinvented herself as Eleanor Russell, married the man of her dreams, and is acting in a feature film. But as her new life begins to go awry, the mystery surrounding her past and present collide in a well-crafted and head spinning twist that I did not see coming. Ruby Falls is a skillfully plotted page turner!"

The Next Wife (2021)
Kaira Rouda
"One man. Two wives. Kaira Rouda has masterfully created cunning twists and sharp narration that take you on an unexpected and delicious journey and will leave you with a gasp. Devious and fun, The Next Wife should be the next book you read!"

Her Three Lives (2021)
Cate Holahan
"After a terrifying home invasion leaves a man close to death, he begins to question the people he loves most. The plot twists keep coming with every chapter until the shocking reveal. An outstanding read!"

Girl, 11 (2021)
Amy Suiter Clarke
"In this remarkable debut, Amy Suiter Clarke weaves together narratives from a true crime podcaster’s real life and her broadcasts as she tracks down a serial killer who may have returned after years of lying in wait. This compelling and skillfully crafted story will keep readers glued to the pages. GIRL, 11 is current, twisty, and utterly irresistible!"

Finlay Donovan Is Killing It (2021)
(Finlay Donovan, book 1)
Elle Cosimano
"Clever, perfectly plotted, and laugh out loud funny, Finlay Donovan is Killing It is one of those books that will make you smile long after you've turned the last page."

Little Threats (2020)
Emily Schultz
"Schultz unfolds her story with masterful precision and restraint, delivering a novel that is pure emotional dynamite."

They Never Learn (2020)
Layne Fargo
"Raw, ingenious, and utterly fearless...psychology suspense at its best."

The Watcher (2020)
(Kateri Fisher, book 1)
Jennifer Pashley
"Pashley's seamless, yet meticulous writing pulls the reader into the bleak world of rural upstate New York...Atmospheric and dark, yet emotionally compelling, The Watcher is simply phenomenal on all counts. Jennifer Pashley is nothing short of a rising star."

For the Best (2020)
Vanessa Lillie
"As a woman tries to clear her name of a murder charge using an investigative vlog, she unearths secrets that hit close to home. The resolution is emotionally complex and devoid of sneaky tricks and tropes. For the Best is intelligent and wholly original. It is that rare book that makes you race to the end but then stop in your tracks and just say WHOA! The perfect follow-up to Lillie’s sensational debut, Little Voices."

And Now She's Gone (2020)
Rachel Howzell Hall
"Sharp, witty and perfectly paced, And Now She’s Gone is one hell of a read!"

The Wicked Sister (2020)
Karen Dionne
"Karen Dionne is back with a dark, atmospheric and chilling tale set in the deep woods of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Beautifully written, The Wicked Sister moves seamlessly between past and present, unraveling the truth behind a family tragedy. From her insightful depiction of both the grace and bitter cruelty of humanity, to her command of the plot and pacing, Dionne’s brilliance shines through on every single page. Prepare to be blown away!"

Someone Else's Secret (2020)
Julia Spiro
"Someone Else’s Secret explores the realities of young love, coming-of-age, and the traumatic events women often face. Julia Spiro handles these difficult issues gracefully by pulling us into her fictional journey but also elevating the voices of women everywhere who are sure to recognize a part of themselves along the way."

Hurry Home (2020)
Roz Nay
"Pitch-perfect and flawlessly constructed...A breath stealing, edge-of-your seat thriller!"

The Swap (2020)
Robyn Harding
"Two young couples. One remote island. And a night that goes too far. What could possibly go wrong? Robyn Harding’s The Swap is everything I’ve come to love about her books—provocative, sexy, and full of surprises!"

Perfectly Famous (2020)
Emily Liebert
"Perfectly Famous is a killer summer read! When a back-to-work journalist investigates the sudden disappearance of a famous author, suspects emerge from every corner of both women's lives. Spot-on characters and clever plotting drive this latest thriller by Emily Liebert to a deliciously unexpected ending!"

The Last Flight (2020)
Julie Clark
"Strong women take center stage in this Breaking Bad meets Sleeping with the Enemy thriller. The Last Flight has it all - original characters, fast pacing, and clever twists, all in one explosive package!"

Everyone Knows How Much I Love You (2020)
Kyle McCarthy
"A fascinating exposé of the twisted, porous lines that separate brilliance from insanity, self-awareness from misperception, and love from obsession. McCarthy meanders through the complexities of a lifelong friendship and lingers on brutally honest moments of female desire and longing, adding her voice to the glorious chorus of modern-day feminist authors."

He Started It (2020)
Samantha Downing
"Downing ups her game in this deliciously twisted tale of family deception. He Started It has layers upon layers of clever, shocking twists that begin in the first chapter and never let up. Breathless pacing and terse, impeccable writing create a phenomenal reading experience. I am obsessed!"

The Closer You Get (2020)
Mary Torjussen
"If you haven’t read Mary Torjussen, what are you waiting for? Her latest, The Closer You Get, is domestic noir at its very best."

The Return (2020)
Rachel Harrison
"The Return is supernatural horror at its very best! Sharp dialogue, complex relationships and mind-bending action will have readers locking their doors and checking under their beds. Rachel Harrison has reinvented this genre and will surely be hailed as a pioneer among her peers."

The Eighth Girl (2020)
Maxine Mei-Fung Chung
"The Eighth Girl is an exquisite exploration of childhood trauma and its impact on the psyche. Part thriller, part character study, I devoured this novel in one sitting, reflecting on each sentence, each passage, and each astute observation of humanity. A true gem!"

Darling Rose Gold (2020)
Stephanie Wrobel
"Darling Rose Gold is an original, stunning debut! Masterful crafting of a split time-frame and utterly compelling characters will hook readers from the very first page until they finally learn the truth hiding within this chilling mother-daughter relationship. An intelligent, beguiling read that should be at the top of every reader’s list."

Follow Me (2020)
Kathleen Barber
"Relevant and chilling, Follow Me is a compelling, cautionary tale about the lust for social media attention and the dangers of Internet exposure. A must-read!"

Death in the Family (2020)
(Shana Merchant, book 1)
Tessa Wegert
"Intricate plotting and a razor-sharp narration keep the pages turning in this up-all-night murder mystery. Menacing and atmospheric, Death in the Family will have you on the edge of your seat rooting for Detective Shana Merchant to uncover the truth and triumph over the scars of her own dark past. A tense, riveting read!"

Behind Every Lie (2020)
Christina McDonald
"In Behind Every Lie, Christina McDonald brilliantly intertwines page-turning suspense with jaw-dropping family secrets. An emotionally-charged domestic thriller that is sure to please!"

All That's Bright and Gone (2019)
Eliza Nellums
"Eliza Nellums has crafted a mesmerizing debut novel. Pulled into the world of Aoife, a six-year-old girl searching for the truth about her brother, we experience her grief and hope as our own as the mystery twists and turns to an unexpected ending. A thoroughly engaging read!"

Love, Heather (2019)
Laurie Petrou
"Laurie Petrou writes with stunning elegance."

The Winter Sister (2019)
Megan Collins
"Atmospheric and heart-rending, The Winter Sister brilliantly weaves together a gripping, suspenseful plot with a compelling character study of a grieving family. From the mysterious mother with a hidden past, to the guilt-ridden sister who now must solve her sister's murder years ago, these characters will stay with you long after you've turned the final page. Wonderful!"

The Taking of Annie Thorne (2019)
C J Tudor
"Razor-sharp writing and masterful plotting drive this dark story about a small town, buried secrets, and ghosts from the past. Witty and compelling all at once, The Hiding Place is a must read page-turner!"

Hunting Annabelle (2018)
Wendy Heard
"Hunting Annabelle delivers the goods! This dark thriller takes you inside the tortured mind of a young man who has killed before - and fears he will kill again. When a woman crosses his path and then goes missing, anything seems possible. But what really happened to Annabelle? Pages fly right up to a final, heart-stopping turn. Wendy Heard proves herself a writer to watch!"

After Nightfall (2018)
A J Banner
"A. J. Banner keeps the pages turning with this twisty thriller that strikes right at the heart of our closest relationships."

Three Days Missing (2018)
Kimberly Belle
"A missing child, a desperate mother, and enough twists and turns to keep you guessing -Three Days Missing has all the right stuff for an engaging, suspenseful read."

Every Single Secret (2018)
Emily Carpenter
"Every Single Secret takes you on a journey into a dark, surreal world…A true psychological thriller that will leave you breathless."

The Other Woman (2018)
Sandie Jones
"The Other Woman is fun and fiendishly clever with a twist you will not see coming. Make room in your beach bag for this one!"

The Clairvoyants (2017)
Karen Brown
"Karen Brown draws us effortlessly into the mysterious world of The Clairvoyants, where the line between the dead and the living falls away. An enchanting novel that will keep you turning pages!"

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