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The Goldens

Lauren Wilson author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Publishing:19th Jun '25

£8.99

This title is due to be published on 19th June, and will be despatched as soon as possible.

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New for 2025, a darkly compelling and gripping thriller for young adults

A dark, intoxicating and unputdownable thriller, simmering with atmosphere

A dark, intoxicating and unputdownable thriller, simmering with atmosphere

Chloe has always dreamed of becoming a bestselling writer. Then she meets enigmatic influencer Clara Holland, and at last, Chloe has something to write about. They bond instantly, and Chloe moves into Clara’s mansion. But as Clara’s fame skyrockets, she starts behaving strangely, hosting increasingly wild parties, complete with bonfire rituals and moonlit river baptisms.

Clara opens up her home to other girls desperate to live like her. The media call it a cult, and soon Chloe begins to hear unsettling rumours from Clara's past. After one spectacular party, a girl goes missing and the rumours take on a sinister new meaning. If Chloe can’t escape Clara’s influence, she may be next …

THE GOLDENS is about to become your newest obsession.

‘One of the best debuts I’ve ever read – The Goldens is the influencer-starts-a-murder-cult story I never knew I needed. Dark, seductive and ruthlessly compelling, this is a cuttingly deep exploration of tender girlhood and toxic obsession … but I would still follow Clara Holland to the ends of the earth. Nobody is ready for this book’ Laura Steven, author of Our Infinite Fates

‘An unputdownable book fuelled by ride or die, toxic friendships and an irresistibly coquettish cult led by a social media influencer. The Goldens is feverish, sultry and tense – trust me, it’s unlike anything you’ve ever read’ Lucy Rose, author of The Lamb

ISBN: 9780008687526

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 24mm

Weight: 270g

384 pages