Believe

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The edge-of-your-seat, knock-out psychological thriller of 2025 that everyone will be talking about Natalie has spent ten years trying to get over the two events which changed her life forever. The first- the moment her boss assaulted her. The second- the moment the jury declared him innocent - and her, a liar. So when her husband, Ryan, gets accused of the same crime, Natalie comes perilously close to the edge. Natalie wants to believe him. But when the body of the young woman who made the accusation is found in the woods near their house, Ryan becomes a prime suspect, and Natalie realises she can't trust anyone - herself included...

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Propulsive and provocative, taut and timely that rare thriller you cant read fast enough then cant debate long enough. Too many crime novels play it safe; heres one that makes choices, takes risks, and breaks ground, and readers of Lisa Jewell, Frieda McFadden, Harlan Coben and Gillian McAllister will love it -- A.J. Finn * bestselling author of The Woman In The Window *
An accomplished crime debut - a fresh take on a familiar tale, told through the perspectives of the wife Natalie and DI Stratton, a fascinating character with an authentic and compelling voice. This is a must read for police procedural fans -- Jo Callaghan
A really strong debut with loads of twists and turns to keep you guessing and flipping the pages! -- Sarah Pinborough
A superior psychological thriller from an exciting new name in crime fiction. Believe is gripping, clever and full of twists you won't see coming -- Mark Edwards
A wonderfully tantalising novel, layered, with characters who guide you with every step towards the devastating conclusion. A fabulous debut -- Sam Holland
Simmering with tension, secrets and dark intrigue, Believe is an utterly compulsive thriller. A clever, classy and addictive read with characters that get under your skin and a twist that will knock you sideways. An utter triumph -- A.A. Chaudhuri
At last, a woman led, twisty, disarmingly humour fuelled thriller. Page-turning and delightfully moreish -- Helen Lederer
A startling debut. Twisty, clever, profound, Govett reveals the darker truths about human nature and the shadows, and lies, we all carry. It's the authentic voice that sets this novel apart - perfectly paced with a devastating conclusion, this is a thriller that will haunt readers long after the final page -- Cameron Ward

Author Bio

S.M. Govett read Law at Trinity College, Oxford, before qualifying as a solicitor in the City. After realising that didn't suit her, she started tutoring before turning her hand to writing, which she discovered was her true calling. She has since authored several bestselling YA novels, including The Territory trilogy and We Go On Forever. She also co-wrote the screenplay for the feature film, T.I.M., which was the no. 1 film on Netflix upon release. Believe is her debut adult thriller. She currently lives in London with her husband and three children.