Summary
A dark and diverse psychological thriller following a true-crime podcaster whose past comes back to haunt her. Perfect for fans of You by Caroline Kepnes.
Ella Ademonde has crafted a perfect life as a criminal podcaster and socialite. When a cryptic letter is left on her pillow during her engagement party, Ella knows who sent it. Or, at least, she thinks she does.
As the torment escalates, Ella realises that despite thinking she understands the rules of this t…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781836730439 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1836730438 |
| Author: | Victoria West |
| Publisher: | Watkins Media Limited |
| Imprint: | Datura Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 400 |
| Release Date: | 14 July 2026 |
| Weight: | 369g |
| Dimensions: | 197mm x 130mm |
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Critics Review
“This delicious dive into the dark side of elite suburban living had me hooked from page one. West is an author to watch.”
– Chris Bridges, author of Sick to Death
“With a sense of creeping dread right from the start, Never Alone made me want to glance over my own shoulder. Just in case…”
– Tess Mackey, author of The Perfect Wedding
“Perfect for fans of You by Caroline Kepnes, Never Alone is an exceptional debut packed with suspense, morally grey characters, and writing so immersive you’ll feel like you’ve personally moved into Ella’s exclusive gated community with the drama unfolding in front of you. Expertly hewn and dripping with malice, the stalker chapters sent shivers down my spine - unhinged in the best possible way!”
– Sam Frances, author of All Eyes on You and One by One
“A twisty, dark page turner that kept me guessing until the end. Engaging dialogue and quirky characters made this an enjoyable read. A brilliant debut.”
– Rupa Mahadevan, author of Nine Dolls
“Victoria West has a keen eye for detail in this page turning debut. A riveting, creepy thriller, I just had to know if Ella could survive the dangers of her twisted stalker. I was kept guessing until the very end!”
– Nasheema Lennon, author of Going, Going, Gone
“Sharp, sinister, and utterly addictive … Never Alone is one of those rare thrillers that gets under your skin and refuses to let go. Compelling from the first page, and impossible to forget.”
– Jade Lee Wright, author of The Wedding Lies
“I loved the author’s rich use of language, which paints a vivid scene. The element of mystery was sustained throughout the novel and it kept me guessing right up until the stunning final reveal,”
– Heather Burnside, author of The Nanny
About The Author
Victoria West
Victoria West is a Sussex-born thriller writer who loves dark twists, unhinged plots, and diverse characters who subvert expectations. Her background in journalism and content writing influences her storytelling style. Her short story ‘Love of the Heart’ was published as part of an anthology by indie publisher Wisteria Publishing in 2020. Outside of writing, Victoria loves being in nature, crafting (poorly), or making music.
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