The Afterparty
The Afterparty by Ruth Kelly, published by Pan Macmillan on February 3, 2026, is a 384-page thriller that immerses readers in a gripping narrative set against the backdrop of a glamorous New Year’s Eve celebration in Amsterdam. The story follows a woman whose best friend, Georgie, unexpectedly reappears and invites her to an afterparty, rekindling memories of their past. However, the night takes a dark turn when Georgie goes missing, and the protagonist finds herself as the prime suspect, forced to confront buried secrets and the complexities of their friendship.
Readers can expect a multi-layered plot that intertwines elements of mystery and psychological suspense. As the protagonist navigates the mounting accusations and the ticking clock, the narrative delves into themes of trust and betrayal. With a focus on women sleuths and psychological thrillers, The Afterparty presents a compelling exploration of how well we truly know those closest to us. This edition is available in English and offers a captivating experience for fans of genre fiction and suspenseful storytelling.
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‘Ruth Kelly is my go-to for destination thrillers’ – ANDREA MARA
‘A slick, multi-layered thriller with a fabulous Amsterdam setting – a true page-turner’ – CATHERINE COOPER
She was your best friend. Now she’s missing. And everyone suspects you.
People drift apart. You and Georgie were inseparable once; she knew you better than anyone. But that was then.
Now, out of the blue, Georgie’s back. She’s inviting you to a glamorous New Year’s Eve afterparty in Amsterdam – a chance to relive the good old days and the fun you used to have.
You go. You laugh. You remember.
But then Georgie vanishes.
And just like that, you’re the prime suspect.
She knows all your secrets – the ones you’ve managed to bury. But as the clock ticks and the accusations mount, you’re left with one terrifying thought: how well do you really know her?
From bestselling, Richard & Judy book club pick author Ruth Kelly, The Afterparty is perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and Sarah Pearse.
Praise for Ruth Kelly
‘Queen of the chiller thriller’ – Veronica Henry, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Impulse Purchase
‘Deliciously addictive’ – TM Logan, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Daughter
‘A great thriller writer’ – John Marrs, Sunday Times bestselling author of What Lies Between Us
‘Page-turning’ – BP Walter, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Dinner Guest
‘I loved every page of this delicious thriller’ – Caroline Corcoran, Sunday Times bestselling author of Through The Wall
‘Beautifully paced and darkly twisted’ – Katy Brent, bestselling author of How To Kill Men and Get Away With It
‘THE thriller you need to read this winter!’ – Sara Ochs, author of The Resort
‘Addictive’ – Woman’s Weekly
‘Original and well-told’ – Daily Mail
‘Tantalizing twists’ – Heat
‘A pacy page-turner’ – Woman & Home
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