Before I Go to Sleep

Memories shape our identity. Imagine waking up each day without recollection of your name, identity, your past, or even the people you cherish. This is Christine's reality, where each night wipes her memory clean, leaving her reliant on the fragments shared by someone she trusts—who might not be entirely truthful.

Christine's story unravels in "Before I Go to Sleep," a gripping thriller celebrated for its compelling narrative. Esteemed authors praise its execution: Lionel Shriver describes it as an enthralling thriller, while Joanne Harris appreciates its top-tier quality. Sophie Hannah admires its ambitious concept and intricate structure, and Val McDermid highlights the unsettling nature of its central inquiry—what remains when you lose yourself? Mo Hayder expresses admiration from beginning to end, and Anita Shreve commends its pacing and the profound question it poses, while Tess Gerritsen considers it the finest debut she has encountered.