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The chilling evolution of The Child Trilogy continues.
THE CHILD WE HANDED OVER
Some truths don’t stay buried.
They rot. They spread.
They find their way back.
And what’s hidden beneath is far more dangerous than either of them expected. Because when the truth finally surfaces…
It doesn’t set you free.
It destroys you.
Releasing 1st October 2026
Psychological Thrillers
The core of the trilogy
Browse the Thriller
Domestic Suspense
Hidden lives and family secrets
Dark Obsession
Atmospheric tales of tension
Thechildtrilogy Book Series:
Explore the Darkest Corners of the Mind
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"This psychological thriller set in the UK is an absolute page turner from start to finish. The story is gripping, with a dark and tense atmosphere that keeps you hooked throughout. Overall, this is a really good read I’d highly recommend to fans of psychological thrillers."
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"Crime Drama at its best!! This book was my kind of book, crime drama at its best. Amazing twists and turns. Also love the way you start to really understand each character, and their experiences. There is a Wow moment that made me want to read the next book straight away."
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"If you are looking for a book that will shock you, full of secrets and a main character that practices looking grief stricken in the mirror then The Child Between Us, is definitely for you"
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"...Just when I thought I had it all figured out, the story made me question everything I’d read and I found myself rereading parts just to make sure I read them correctly the first time."
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"Absolutely Fantastic—A Masterclass in Dual Perspectives!
It’s a gripping, emotional, and beautifully written book that I couldn't stop reading. Highly recommended for anyone who loves a story that pulls at your heartstrings while keeping you on the edge of your seat!"
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“Gripping psychological thriller. Amazing gripping psychological thriller. I couldn’t put it down. It has you on the edge of your seat all the way through. Highly recommend”
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"This story was incredible, well-written, and kept me turning the pages. I'm extremely excited for the next book. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this fantastic psychological thriller, complete with twists and shocking moments."
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"This isn’t your typical thriller, this isn’t even your typical psychological thriller. This is a book that will have you questioning what is even happening, this will have you rooting for characters you didn’t want to root for and this will leave you needing more.
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The thriller you didn’t know you needed.
Uncover the secrets that lie beneath the surface. Melissa Hawker’s gripping debut psychological thriller is a haunting journey into the human psyche that will stay with you long after the final page.
"I didn’t set out to write something dark. But I’ve come to realise the most chilling stories aren’t written in blood, they exist in the silence of forgotten secrets. Some people read them. I felt like I was living inside them"
Melissa Hawker