The Lover: A twisty scandi thriller about a woman caught in her own web of lies

The Lover is a thrilling domestic thriller by Helene Flood, which follows Rikke, who is lying to her husband and the police about her affair with her upstairs neighbor, Jørgen, who has been murdered. Rikke knows she can't hide the evidence of the affair from the police, and if she's caught in her lie, suspicion will turn to her. With her perfect family life threatening to unravel, Rikke realizes that finding the killer is the only way to put herself in the clear.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 16 February 2023
Publisher: Quercus Publishing

An Absolutely Prime Slice of Scandicrime!


The writer seamlessly channels her professional expertise into a noteworthy domestic thriller. Barry Forshaw, FT, praises the book, stating, "Having hit a bull's-eye with The Therapist, Helene Flood repeats the trick with another twisty tale of domestic goings-on." The Sunday Times Crime Club also commends the book, describing it as "taut, clever, and irresistible." Anna Bailey, in her review for the Sunday Times, praises the author's storytelling skills, stating, "A wonderful storyteller." Chris Whitaker, in his review for the Sunday Express, acknowledges the author's ability to create a compelling story, describing it as "a marvellous debut thriller."


Is It Worse to Deceive to Your Husband or the Police?


Rikke finds herself in a precarious situation as she lies to both her husband and the police. But the question remains: how many lies can she get away with? When her upstairs neighbor, Jørgen, is found murdered, Rikke is questioned alongside her husband. The weight of her lies begins to burden her, as she struggles to confess her affair or explain the complexity of her feelings. The initial sense of relief that he is dead lingers, but Rikke knows she cannot hide the evidence of the affair from the police. If caught in her lie, suspicion will undoubtedly turn towards her. With her perfect family life teetering on the edge, Rikke realizes that finding the killer is the only way to clear her name. However, she must tread carefully, as the killer may have their sights set on her.


With Her Perfect Family Life Threatening to Unravel, Rikke Realizes That Finding the Killer Is the Only Way to Put Herself in the Clear.


In this gripping tale, Rikke must navigate a web of lies and deceit as she races against time to uncover the truth behind Jørgen's murder. The stakes are high, and Rikke knows that she cannot afford to make any mistakes. With her family life hanging in the balance, she must use all her skills and resources to solve the case and protect those she loves. The Therapist is a testament to Helene Flood's talent as a storyteller, and it is sure to captivate readers with its intricate plot and compelling characters.

Weight: 310g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529406139