The Day I Lost You by Ruth Mancini - ISBN: 9781804945216
Paperback
Lost child, two mothers, buried secrets. Who truly owns him?

The Day I Lost You

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  • Paperback

    352 pages

  • Release Date

    9 June 2026

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Summary

One child, two mothers and a past that won’t let them go. A second brilliantly twisty thriller novel by Sunday Times bestselling Ruth Mancini.

‘If you thought Ruth Mancini couldn’t top The Woman on the Ledge think again’

Get ready for one of the most gripping psychological thrillers of the year, perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Gillian McAllister and Paula Hawkins!

‘Fresh, original, utterly intriguing and so, so clever.’

‘A clever, compelling rollercoaster ride…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781804945216
ISBN-10:1804945218
Author:Ruth Mancini
Publisher:Cornerstone
Imprint:Penguin
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:352
Release Date:9 June 2026
Weight:244g
Dimensions:196mm x 127mm x 23mm
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Critics Review

A thriller you won’t be able to put down * The Sun *Your heart and your head will doubtless be conflicted as the labyrinthian plot unravels. Brilliant! * Peterborough Evening Telegraph *A propulsive, emotional thriller … I flew through it changing my mind every few pages about whose side I was on. A hugely satisfying read! * C.L. Taylor *This one really packs an emotional punch. Thought-provoking, compelling and, at times, heart-breaking. Really kept me guessing, right up until the end. * Anna Mazzola, bestselling author of The Clockwork Girl *Fresh, original, utterly intriguing and so, so clever * Andrea Mara, bestselling author of No One Saw A Thing *A clever, compelling rollercoaster ride of a book, never letting up until its final resolution * Jennie Godfrey, Sunday Times bestselling author of The List of Suspicious Things *This twisty chiller will keep you hooked until the very end * Crime Monthly *A gripping, twist-driven custody thriller * Mandy Webster *

About The Author

Ruth Mancini

Ruth Mancini is an author and criminal defence lawyer. Her background as a solicitor adds authenticity to her crime and psychological fiction. She has spent two decades representing those accused of crimes, navigating courtrooms and police stations. Her storytelling prowess and legal background combine to create thrilling reads that will keep you guessing until the very end. Ruth was born in London and now lives in Oxfordshire with her husband and two children.

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