The Journalist

by Winter K. Willis

*Book 3 of the psychological thriller series THE ASSISTANT by Winter K. Willis.*

A twisted psychological thriller series about family, secrets, lies, and revenge. Perfect for readers who enjoy fast-paced, twist-filled domestic suspense with shocking reveals, and characters you can’t stop thinking about.

In this fast-paced thriller, a woman befriends the wife of a missing man. It is soon revealed that she is more connected to the couple than she has previously let on.

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Her husband vanished.
The truth might destroy everything.

When Claire Lancaster’s husband disappears without a trace, the police assume the most obvious explanation, he walked away from his life.

Claire knows that isn’t true.

Adam left behind his clothes, his work, and a house filled with secrets Claire never knew existed. As the days pass and the authorities lose interest, Claire becomes desperate to uncover the truth herself.

But Claire isn’t the only one searching.

Across town, investigative journalist Lila is quietly watching events unfold. She knows more about Adam Lancaster than anyone suspects, and she has powerful reasons for keeping certain truths buried.

As Claire digs deeper into her husband’s hidden life, every answer leads to more disturbing questions.
A private investigator begins pulling at loose threads.
Old secrets refuse to stay buried.
And the closer everyone gets to the truth, the more dangerous it becomes.

Because Adam Lancaster didn’t just disappear.

Someone made sure of it.

And the truth behind his disappearance could destroy every life connected to him.

Perfect for fans of twist-filled psychological thrillers with morally complex characters, layered secrets, and shocking reveals.

372 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 28, 2025

About the author

Winter K. Willis is a pseudonym for our two-person writing team. We like to think of it as our band name.

Reviews

[Turri]

I am LOVING this series. I can hardly put the books down & I love the interlooping of Eden. The twists and turns keep me on the edge of my seat!

[Zoe Tennet]

After the ending of the second book in the series I was a bit hesitant to read this one, but I’m so glad I did! Loved the way to characters interlinked with previous books but could also be a stand alone book. The twists and turns were perfect and the ending was brilliant! Very fast pace- didn’t want to put this one down😍 onto the next!

[mark lesniak]

Great from beginning to end

I love books where every page is exciting and you can't wait to get to the next page. This is one of them.

[Pheadra]

Another page-turner from this writing duo. Excellent characterization. Interesting current and past stories. Short, punchy chapters. 5 stars!