Other Peoples Houses: The Gripping, Twisty new Thriller - Clare Mackintosh

From the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of I Let You Go, Let Me Lie, and The Last Party comes Other People’s Houses — a pulse-pounding thriller that peels back the glossy surface of suburbia to expose the lies beneath.

On The Hill — a luxurious and exclusive Cheshire neighborhood — everything seems perfect. The houses are immaculate, the lawns trimmed, the residents successful. But when a series of burglaries begins, DS Leo Brady suspects someone isn’t just stealing valuables — they’re searching for something, or someone.

Across the border in Wales, DC Ffion Morgan discovers the body of a local estate agent in a lake. At first, it seems like an accident, but as the investigation deepens, it becomes clear that someone will do anything to protect their secrets.

When Leo and Ffion’s cases intertwine, they uncover a web of envy, betrayal, and deceit — proving that even in the most desirable homes, darkness hides behind closed doors.

Main Themes of the Book

• Secrets and Lies: The facades people build to hide the truth.
• Greed and Envy: The dark side of privilege and success.
• Crime and Justice: Two detectives chasing different cases that converge.
• Psychological Suspense: Exploring what drives people to desperate acts.
• Community and Isolation: The false security of gated luxury.

Why You Should Read This Book by Clare Mackintosh

• From Clare Mackintosh, the queen of twisty psychological thrillers.
• Features DC Ffion Morgan, one of the most compelling modern detectives.
• A gripping blend of mystery, character depth, and shocking reveals.
• Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Gillian McAllister, and T.M. Logan.
• Each chapter brims with tension, secrets, and emotional intensity.

Other People’s Houses is a masterful thriller that takes readers beyond the perfect façades of a wealthy neighborhood to reveal what people will do to protect their darkest secrets. With Clare Mackintosh’s signature suspense and unforgettable characters, this is one of the must-read crime novels of the year.