The Neighbour Upstairs: An unputdownable psychological thriller with a twist

Kathryn Croft

Oct 2022 · Canelo

About this ebook

Every decision has a consequence...

The break-up of Olivia’s marriage is hard on all involved, but especially her nine-year-old daughter, Ellie. They attempt to build a new life, and focus on the future. But Olivia is crushingly lonely, so when her new neighbour, Michael, extends the hand of friendship, it’s all she can do to stop herself clutching at it and never letting go.

Olivia has no idea how the course of her life will be altered by that choice.

Before long, Michael and Oliva are a couple. There are some difficulties making it work – after all, both parties have emotional baggage. Doesn’t everyone keep some secrets? If only Ellie could adjust, and Michael’s erratic sister, Chloe, didn’t keep bringing drama to their door.

But Olivia doesn’t listen to the warning signs before it’s far, far too late. By the time she realises something is badly wrong with the man she’s involved with, she cannot escape. The only way out is for the truth to explode like a bomb, shattering their lives, and ensuring no one caught in the middle will ever be the same again...

A compelling psychological thriller with an unforgettable ending from #1 bestseller Kathryn Croft. Perfect for readers who love Samantha Hayes, Alison James and S. E. Lynes.

*** Previously published under the title Behind Closed Doors. ***

Praise for The Neighbour Upstairs

‘Twisty, shocking and deliciously dark! The writing is superb, a real treat to read. Definitely one of the best books I have read this year.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘An excellent psychological thriller. I loved the dark foreboding atmosphere and the ongoing mystery... It’s extremely suspenseful and full of drama with an explosive climax.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘This book has all the excitement you could possibly want. Unputdownable!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘Kathryn Croft is brilliant! I totally loved this dark edgy thriller. This one hooked me right away and just never let go. Highly recommend.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘I’m hooked on Kathryn Croft. Once I start one of her books I can’t put it down. I was so shocked and speechless at that ending. I would definitely recommend it.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘This is a really good book... I really recommend it to anyone who loves solid mystery and thrillers!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

Ratings and reviews

The Neighbour Upstairs is a very dark and twisted read and quite the departure from the other books that I have read from Croft. The narrative is told in a second person perspective from our lead Olivia, as she sets out to start a new life with her daughter after the breakdown of her marriage. The story held my interest throughout. The characters have been well created and play out their roles well. The twists and turns took me to places I didn’t see coming and made a thrilling nail biting read

Very good but deeply disturbing. I did not care for the subject matter and guessed where the book was going and how it would end however, this creepy story kept me engrossed.

disturbing in parts, and the ending is very fast and blunt. the other books are a much better choice.

About the author

Kathryn Croft is the bestselling author of nine psychological thrillers and to date she has sold over one million copies of her books. Her third book, The Girl With No Past spent over four weeks at number one in the Amazon UK chart, and she has also appeared on the Wall Street Journal's bestsellers list. With publishing deals in fifteen different countries, Kathryn is now working on book ten. She lives in Guildford, Surrey with her husband and two children.