The Doctor: An utterly chilling and unputdownable read for winter 2023

A new and gripping psychological thriller with a medical twist, perfect for fans of Harriet Tyce, B A Paris and Doctor Foster. Care giver, life saver… or cold-blooded killer? Running away from a past she’d rather forget, Doctor Alison Wilson has moved to a new town to take up the role of Medical Officer at failing hospital St Margaret’s. Tasked with shaking things up, she quickly learns that things are worse than they initially seem: patient records are in disarray, staff morale is low, and there’s something afoot that she can’t quite put her finger on… As Alison starts to dig into the hospital’s past, she gradually discovers a trail of lies that runs deeper and darker than she could have ever imagined. There’s a cold-blooded killer in the hospital. And they’re hiding in plain sight… Readers are hooked by The Doctor ‘The author is clearly from a medical background and you can feel the buzz of the hospital in her story.’ Reader Review ????? ‘A fast-paced medical thriller … it was fascinating trying to work out who was the killer from the vast array of suspects.’ Reader Review ????? ‘A really impressive story and the ending was totally unexpected, which is something that always impresses me with this type of book.’ Reader Review ????? ‘A fascinating story full of tension the whole way through. The conclusion was very satisfying.’ Reader Review ????? ‘A gripping thriller, highly recommend.’ Reader Review ????? Annie Payne's The Doctor is a top-tier crime thriller that delves into the complexities of family relationships and the aftermath of a divorce. Set in a small, rural hospital, this latest fiction is a testament to Payne's storytelling prowess. For fans of J M Dalgliesh (When Death Calls), Jack Jordan (Conviction), Sheryl Browne (My Husband's House), Samantha Hayes (The Engagement), and S. E. Lynes (The Summer Holiday). HarperCollins 2023