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The Journalist
*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.
*****
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.
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.
*****
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
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Winter K. Willis
54 books68 followersWinter K. Willis is a pseudonym for our two-person writing team. We like to think of it as our band name.
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May 13, 2026
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!
August 11, 2025
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.
I love books where every page is exciting and you can't wait to get to the next page. This is one of them.
November 25, 2025
Another page-turner from this writing duo. Excellent characterization. Interesting current and past stories. Short, punchy chapters. 5 stars!
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