Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell

Then She Was Gone by bestselling author Lisa Jewell is a gripping psychological thriller that blends family drama, mystery, and emotional suspense. Centred on the disappearance of fifteen-year-old Ellie Mack, the novel follows her mother Laurel as she struggles to move on, haunted by unanswered questions and the feeling that something about Ellie’s case was never fully resolved.

Ten years later, Laurel meets a charming man in a café and is drawn into a new relationship that seems to offer a fresh start. Everything changes when she meets his young daughter, Poppy, who bears an uncanny resemblance to Ellie. As Laurel becomes more involved with this new family, buried secrets begin to surface and a chilling truth slowly unfolds.

This dark, twist-filled story explores grief, obsession, and the lengths people will go to for love and control. Perfect for fans of character-driven thrillers, Then She Was Gone delivers emotional depth, shocking revelations, and a haunting conclusion that lingers long after the final page.

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