Magpie
Magpie by Elizabeth Day, published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited on September 2, 2021, is a psychological thriller that explores the complexities of trust and desire within domestic life. The narrative follows Marisa, who feels an unsettling presence when their new lodger, Kate, moves in. As Marisa grapples with her suspicions about Kate’s intentions towards her boyfriend, Jake, the tension escalates, leading to questions about her own perceptions and the reality of her situation.
Readers will find a gripping exploration of suspense and psychological dynamics as Marisa confronts her fears and the potential threat posed by Kate. The story delves into themes of obsession and the lengths one might go to protect what they hold dear. With elements of crime and domestic intrigue, this edition of Magpie presents a thought-provoking look at relationships and the hidden dangers that can lurk within them.
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*** Elizabeth Day’s new novel, One of Us, is available to pre-order now from Amazon. Out 25th September 2025. ***
‘Terrifyingly BRILLIANT’ MARIAN KEYES, AUTHOR OF GROWN UPS
‘A book that needed to exist in the world. It is the book that was missing’ LISA TADDEO, AUTHOR OF THREE WOMEN
‘Magnificent’ KATE MOSSE, AUTHOR OF THE CITY OF TEARS
Sometimes Marisa gets the fanciful notion that Kate has visited the house before. She makes herself at home without any self-consciousness. She puts her toothbrush right there in the master bathroom, on the shelf next to theirs.
In Jake, Marisa has found everything she’s ever wanted. Then their new lodger Kate arrives.
Something about Kate isn’t right. Is it the way she looks at Marisa’s boyfriend? Sits too close on the sofa? Constantly asks about the baby they are trying for? Or is it all just in Marisa’s head?
After all, that’s what her Jake keeps telling her. And she trusts him – doesn’t she?
But Marisa knows something is wrong. That the woman sleeping in their house will stop at nothing to get what she wants.
Marisa just doesn’t know why.
How far will she go to find the answer – and how much is she willing to lose?
‘A pacy, stylish thriller in which suspense is accompanied by fist-pumping feminism and, perhaps toughest of all, hope.’
THE OBSERVER
‘Pulse-quickening-tale’
STYLIST
‘Scintillating’
THE SUNDAY TIMES, THRILLER OF THE MONTH
‘A compassionately crafted psychological drama’
HARPERS BAZAAR
‘I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough’
PRIMA MAGAZINE
‘A genius twist that left me reeling’
GOOD HOUSEKEEPING
‘Be prepared for a sleight-of-hand-twist that will leave you gasping’
RED MAGAZINE
‘Utterly engrossing’
REFINERY 29
‘Sharp and sinister’
MAIL ON SUNDAY
‘Impossible to put down’
DAILY MAIL
‘A rich plot that also delves into meaty topics’
GRAZIA
Sunday Times bestseller 06/09/2021
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