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All in Her Head

A page-turning thriller perfect for fans of Harriet Tyce

Nikki Smith author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Orion Publishing Co

Published:17th Sep '20

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A gripping psychological thriller, All in Her Head delves into a mother's mind as she confronts haunting memories and fears, leading to a shocking revelation.

In All in Her Head, the story unfolds around Alison, a woman who feels her sanity slipping away. Haunted by the belief that her ex-husband Jack is stalking her, she grapples with the unsettling presence of a mysterious woman at her workplace. As her paranoia deepens, Alison is left questioning her own reality, unable to recall the reasons behind her overwhelming fear. The narrative takes readers on an emotional journey, exploring the dark recesses of a mother’s mind and the impact of unresolved trauma.

The tension escalates when a single name triggers a flood of memories, forcing Alison to confront her past. This revelation not only sheds light on her current fears but also unravels a web of secrets that have long been buried. The story deftly weaves suspense and emotional depth, keeping readers engaged as they piece together the clues alongside Alison. Each twist and turn adds layers to her character, making her struggles both relatable and compelling.

All in Her Head is not just a psychological thriller; it’s a poignant exploration of the complexities of motherhood and the lengths one will go to protect their loved ones. With its gripping narrative and unexpected twists, this debut novel promises to resonate with fans of psychological suspense, leaving them eager to discuss its intricacies long after the last page is turned.

I thought this was wonderfully written and that Nikki captured perfectly those very early and confusing days of motherhood. The conflicting emotions and the never-quite-sure what is really going on was expertly handled and really quite haunting. Overall, a cleverly written, haunting and compelling book. It drew me in and had me immediately gripped. * Karen Hamilton *
All In Her Head is tense and very moving * Harriet Tyce (author of Blood Orange) *
An intense, haunting tale in which nothing is quite what it seems... Brilliantly written with plenty of surprises along the way - a hugely impressive debut. * TM Logan *
A modern, clever, daring story that grips from the thrilling opening scene to the final page. Loved it. * Amanda Reynolds *
Masterful and clever ... Nikki Smith is the queen of misdirection ... a spectacular debut. * Lauren North (author of The Perfect Betrayal) *
What a stunning debut this is - chilling, emotional and full of surprises, impossible to put down. * Clare Empson *
Bloody hell this book is powerful and tense and a bit terrifying. It had my head spinning. Nikki Smith is a major new talent and I can't wait to read her next one. * Laura Pearson *
An intense psychological thriller, full of twists and turns, yet at the same time, a convincing and emotional portraite of motherhood ... an excellent debut. * Jenny Quintana *
A tense, compelling and haunting debut which had me gripped from the first page. * Victoria Selman *
A very clever and emotionally charged debut. * Lesley Kara *
An instantly gripping story on a timely theme, written with flair. A psychological thriller with real heart and depth. * Lisa Ballantyne *

ISBN: 9781409192992

Dimensions: 196mm x 128mm x 24mm

Weight: 240g

352 pages