Tell Me Your Secret

Dive into the heart-pounding suspense of Dorothy Koomson's *Tell Me Your Secret*, a gripping emotional thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of *The Ice Cream Girls*, *My Best Friend's Girl*, and *The Brighton Mermaid*. This reprint edition, published by Headline in 2020, delivers a complex and captivating narrative exploring the devastating impact of secrets and the lengths people will go to for survival and redemption. *Tell Me Your Secret* unravels the intertwined lives of Pieta and Jody, both haunted by their pasts. Ten years ago, Pieta endured a terrifying ordeal as a victim of a sadistic serial killer, a trauma she buried deep, choosing to rebuild her life in silence. Now, the monster who stole her innocence is resurfacing, hunting down his surviving victims. To protect herself and potentially others, Pieta faces the agonizing choice of revealing her darkest secret, shattering the carefully constructed facade she's maintained for a decade. Jody, a policewoman burdened by a fifteen-year-old mistake, carries the weight of a serial killer's escape from justice. When she discovers Pieta's connection to the case, Jody sees an opportunity to finally right her wrong and bring the killer to justice. However, her plan involves placing Pieta in harm's way, blurring the lines between protector and manipulator. As the killer closes in, Pieta and Jody are forced into a dangerous alliance, their secrets threatening to consume them. Will their shared vulnerability forge a bond strong enough to overcome the darkness, or will the weight of their pasts lead to their ultimate destruction? Koomson masterfully weaves a tale of suspense, exploring themes of trauma, guilt, and the enduring power of the human spirit. This 496-page paperback is a rollercoaster of emotions, packed with twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Prepare to be captivated by Koomson's signature blend of compelling characters, intricate plotlines, and thought-provoking exploration of human nature. *Tell Me Your Secret* is more than just a thriller; it's a powerful story about the courage it takes to confront the past and the hope that can be found even in the darkest of times. With praise from authors like Caroline Smailes ("Gripping ... full of heart and truth"), Catherine Isaac ("I raced through this compelling thriller"), and Miranda Dickinson ("Stunningly tense"), and high regard from the Black Girls Book Club ("Honest and raw"), this book is a must-read for fans of suspenseful and emotionally resonant fiction.