Then she was gone

Ellie Tyler is a teenage girl in an idyllic corner of England, and the summer that defines her life ends in a sudden, unexplained disappearance that leaves her family shattered. Years later, her mother Laurel is still searching for answers, unable to accept that her daughter has simply vanished. Lisa Jewell builds a tense, layered mystery around the Tyler family, moving between past and present as old secrets resurface and long-held assumptions begin to unravel.

This is a gripping psychological thriller for readers who enjoy domestic suspense, character-driven puzzles and stories that explore the lasting damage of grief and uncertainty. Fans of Jewell's earlier bestsellers will find the same sharp insight into ordinary lives under extraordinary strain.

Written with Jewell's trademark pacing, the novel rewards patient readers with twists that feel earned rather than contrived, making it a compelling choice for a long weekend read.