My name is Linda. Most of my friends, not that I have many left, call me Lindy. I work as a housekeeper in a local hotel. I had the world at my feet once. Not any more.

The first time I saw Mia was in the car park. She came over to help when my shopping bag split. There’s something about her delicate femininity that mesmerises me. 

Ever since then, I’ve been kind of obsessed. Mia is stunning, with beautiful ash-blonde hair. I’ve had mine cut in the same style. 

She has two beautiful children, the same age as mine. A gorgeous home on an exclusive estate. And a husband who’s the old-fashioned kind who picks her up after a night out. Mine wouldn’t even pick me up if I fell over in the street. 

But then I get a call. Mia’s voice on the phone is breathy, edgy. She’s whispering, like she doesn’t want anyone to hear. ‘Lindy, I need your help. Listen to me, please.’ 

I’ll help her. But only if she helps me . . . 

This unputdownable psychological thriller full of twists is perfect for fans of B.A. Paris, Valerie Keogh, Lisa Hall, Nicola Sanders and Jane E. James. 

Please note this is a revised version of the book previously published as Guilty. 

READERS LOVE THE HOUSEKEEPER: 

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The most thrilling book I have read this year. I absolutely loved every minute of it.’ Lindsey B. 

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An absolutely cracking read . . . Lots of surprises and shocking moments.’ Griffy 

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Brilliant . . . Couldn’t put it down.’ Kathy K. 

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Grabs your attention from the start and reels you in much as a fisherman reels in a catch . . . Kept me on the edge of my seat throughout.’ Ginger Book Geek 

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A fabulous psychological thriller . . . The twist left me open-mouthed. I really did not see that coming.’ Dee G. 

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absorbing and suspenseful. There is no let-up to the tension. The author is surely one of the top thriller writers around.’ Steve R. 

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Loved this from beginning to end. Could not put it down. A must-read.’ LAF 

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Dark, pulsating, tense, and full of suspense. Such a brilliant read.’ Karen M. 

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Captivated me and kept me guessing, page after page.’ Vikki W. 

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