I Invited Her In

"Wow! What a read. Intense, clever and masterful." - Lisa Jewell. "Original and compelling. I read it in one sitting." - Jane Fallon. From the internationally acclaimed author Adele Parks, comes a captivating novel of friendship and betrayal. The story begins when Mel receives a plea from a friend she hasn't seen in years, Abi. Without a second thought, Mel opens her home to Abi, recalling their once inseparable bond during their university days. Those carefree years were abruptly changed by Mel's unexpected pregnancy, leading her to leave her studies. Fast forward seventeen years, Mel and Abi find themselves living vastly different lives. Mel has built a happy life with her husband Ben, raising their children together in a lively family setting. In contrast, Abi's life had been a whirlwind of glamour in LA, filled with parties and celebrities, until a painful betrayal shattered her world. Faced with unexpected heartache, Abi turns to the one constant in her life—her friendship with Mel. Seeking comfort and a chance to recover, Abi finds herself drawn to the warmth of Mel's home and family. Adele Parks crafts a dark and thought-provoking narrative that delves deep into themes of desire, envy, and vengeance, painting a vivid picture of the complexities of rekindling old friendships. This evocative tale captures the subtle tensions and underlying motivations that lurk beneath the surface of renewed connections, making it an unmissable read for fans of psychological drama.