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Who Can You Trust
The hottest new summer read from Sunday Times bestseller Susan Lewis! You think you know what happened? You’re wrong.
Only one person knows the truth about that night…
Twenty years ago, Nicole’s twins vanished under her watch.
She claims she’s innocent.
The media has branded her a liar.
Who do you trust?
Praise for the Susan
'Plenty of twists to keep you guessing' Heat
'A gripping thriller' Woman & Home
'Fascinating detail of how podcasts are made' The Times
Only one person knows the truth about that night…
Twenty years ago, Nicole’s twins vanished under her watch.
She claims she’s innocent.
The media has branded her a liar.
Who do you trust?
Praise for the Susan
'Plenty of twists to keep you guessing' Heat
'A gripping thriller' Woman & Home
'Fascinating detail of how podcasts are made' The Times
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Published April 9, 2026
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Susan Lewis
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Susan Lewis is the bestselling author of over forty books across the genres of family drama, thriller, suspense and crime. She is also the author of Just One More Day and One Day at a Time, the moving memoirs of her childhood in Bristol during the 1960s. Following periods of living in Los Angeles and the South of France, she currently lives in Gloucestershire with her husband James, stepsons Michael and Luke, and mischievous dogs Coco and Lulu.
There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.
Susan Lewis is the bestselling author of over forty books across the genres of family drama, thriller, suspense and crime. She is also the author of Just One More Day and One Day at a Time, the moving memoirs of her childhood in Bristol during the 1960s. Following periods of living in Los Angeles and the South of France, she currently lives in Gloucestershire with her husband James, stepsons Michael and Luke, and mischievous dogs Coco and Lulu.
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April 27, 2026
1 star
Goodreads should really have 2 separate ratings: 1. for people with ARC and 2. The rest
This is the perfect example why this is needed. A book of 4.4 stars that barely deserves 1 star. All the people that gave high reviews are ARC. Terrible.
So why the low rating? Three main reasons.
1. Every 5 sentences, Cristy, the podcaster, needs to remind us that she's perimenopausal. Therefore we hear over and over again about her symptoms and hormonal disorders and heat flashes. No one cares, let alone having that being the topic for 1/3 of this book.
2. The whole podcast thing, the interviews, the opinions it's all a page filler. The author is trying sooooooooo harrrd to create some sort of mystery, suspence. Sadly, despite the many many efforts and exaggerations (blood everywhere, the whole house and so on) the book is boring. There's literally nothing happening. The conversations are there to fill up the 410 pages.
3. The actual mystery and the investigation. The short version is this: there isn't any. The whole book is milking one topic: are the twins dead or alive. And even the person that knows without a shred of doubt the answer gives a distorted recount of the events.
Spoilers ahead: Nicole, a very "sociable" girl who doesn't know exactly who is the father of her kids, drinks too much during the evening (clearly mother of the year). The next day, with a hangover, she was bathing the babies when she falls asleep. When she wakes up, they're dead. She panics, calls a friend but despite her efforts to revive them, it's too late. So her friend arranges to have the kids disappear so she won't be accused. Well that didn't work cause she is accused and goes to prison.
The story is told also in a way where there reader is supposed to see this amazing romantic story....give me a break.
Absolutely terrible, waste of time.
Goodreads should really have 2 separate ratings: 1. for people with ARC and 2. The rest
This is the perfect example why this is needed. A book of 4.4 stars that barely deserves 1 star. All the people that gave high reviews are ARC. Terrible.
So why the low rating? Three main reasons.
1. Every 5 sentences, Cristy, the podcaster, needs to remind us that she's perimenopausal. Therefore we hear over and over again about her symptoms and hormonal disorders and heat flashes. No one cares, let alone having that being the topic for 1/3 of this book.
2. The whole podcast thing, the interviews, the opinions it's all a page filler. The author is trying sooooooooo harrrd to create some sort of mystery, suspence. Sadly, despite the many many efforts and exaggerations (blood everywhere, the whole house and so on) the book is boring. There's literally nothing happening. The conversations are there to fill up the 410 pages.
3. The actual mystery and the investigation. The short version is this: there isn't any. The whole book is milking one topic: are the twins dead or alive. And even the person that knows without a shred of doubt the answer gives a distorted recount of the events.
Spoilers ahead: Nicole, a very "sociable" girl who doesn't know exactly who is the father of her kids, drinks too much during the evening (clearly mother of the year). The next day, with a hangover, she was bathing the babies when she falls asleep. When she wakes up, they're dead. She panics, calls a friend but despite her efforts to revive them, it's too late. So her friend arranges to have the kids disappear so she won't be accused. Well that didn't work cause she is accused and goes to prison.
The story is told also in a way where there reader is supposed to see this amazing romantic story....give me a break.
Absolutely terrible, waste of time.
June 7, 2026
2.0 / 5.0
Definitely a downgrade from the previous book, probably the worst one of them all. I think it’s mainly the plot that let this down massively, and in turn to cover up for the consistent stalling and circling back we see Cristy in a light that we haven’t seen before. I found the plot shouldn’t of been the plot in the first place, it was slow, too many holes but very cut and dry. It was only a matter of time before the answer was reviled. I found that Cristy’s behaviour on this book is a very odd one, yes I understand that being pre-menopausal can effect everyone in different ways. I found her character to act bizarrely which felt out of character from the entire series, her odd behaviour felt really forced. This was tied up to the fact that the plot needed stalling and extending. It was a real slog to finish this book, but the ending somewhat saved it a tad bit. I’m intrigued for the next book, but this book was not it.
Definitely a downgrade from the previous book, probably the worst one of them all. I think it’s mainly the plot that let this down massively, and in turn to cover up for the consistent stalling and circling back we see Cristy in a light that we haven’t seen before. I found the plot shouldn’t of been the plot in the first place, it was slow, too many holes but very cut and dry. It was only a matter of time before the answer was reviled. I found that Cristy’s behaviour on this book is a very odd one, yes I understand that being pre-menopausal can effect everyone in different ways. I found her character to act bizarrely which felt out of character from the entire series, her odd behaviour felt really forced. This was tied up to the fact that the plot needed stalling and extending. It was a real slog to finish this book, but the ending somewhat saved it a tad bit. I’m intrigued for the next book, but this book was not it.
May 7, 2026
Having read the previous instalment of this series, I am much less willing to let things slide with this book. It was interesting to read the ups and downs of the main relationship, but to have the exact same thing happen here as it did in the last one? They argue, they split, they get back together again??
Whilst the mentions of perimenopause were very interesting, it was tedious to have it as a plot device, rather than part of a character. Also, it happening as soon as she turned 50?
This story dragged, and I found the ending very flat, as per usual. Unfortunately, these stories always have great premises, but get bogged down by tedious side plots (which always get tied up neatly with a bow at the end!) and then the final resolution is just a very boring story, that could have been told in 3 chapters. A lot of unnecessary plot filler, about characters no one cares about. And the idea that the whole ending was just a romantic love story??? I spent the entire second half convinced that he was a cult leader, and all attempts to prove that he wasn't, he was genuinely a nice guy, just further cemented to me that he really was a cult leader. Don't you think, if you were meeting a guy you were convinced ran a cult and had killed 2 children, you would be on your guard, and not immediately think how hot he is, and how he must be a nice guy after all?
Not a single one of the conflicts in this made sense, they were there just to fill time, and stemmed from nothing at all. Again, using perimenopause as a way to start arguments is just lazy writing in my opinion.
Also, in what world is a podcast about murder as wildly successful as this one?? In Britain????
May 19, 2026
Another gripping instalment full of secrets, and suspense from start to finish.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Who can you trust when the truth is buried beneath layers of secrets and loyalties? Cristy Ward and the Hindsight team are drawn into a complex and emotionally charged deception that challenges Cristy both professionally and personally as they navigate the sad story of the disappearance of young twins some twenty years earlier. The twin's mother Nicole, denied any wrong doing however was convicted of their murder despite there never being any trace of the them or their bodies. Nicole is now out of prison on parole, why has she suddenly confessed to murdering her babies? Cristy must navigate what is real and what is carefully constructed deception.
The fourth instalment in the Cristy Ward series continues to raise the bar, delivering a story that is both gripping and deeply affecting. While returning readers will enjoy the ongoing development of Cristy's story, the novel also works well as a stand alone, with enough background woven in to clearly establish relationships and context.
The case at the heart of this story is especially emotional, arriving at a moment when Cristy is grappling with a personal crisis. This dual tension adds depth to the narrative, making some of her decisions feel all the more significant. Susan Lewis excels at crafting intricate plots, and she delivers plenty of twists and turns that keep the reader guessing throughout. The intelligent exploration of human nature stands out, with richly layered characters that often challenge first impressions. This encourages the reader to continually reassess who can be trusted, and combined with the author's engaging writing style. makes for a compelling and hard to put down read.
The final sentences are wonderfully tantalising, offering an intriguing conundrum which hints at what is to come in the next instalment; an exciting prospect for fans of the series.
Many thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins for my advance reader copy in return for my honest and unbiased review.
The fourth instalment in the Cristy Ward series continues to raise the bar, delivering a story that is both gripping and deeply affecting. While returning readers will enjoy the ongoing development of Cristy's story, the novel also works well as a stand alone, with enough background woven in to clearly establish relationships and context.
The case at the heart of this story is especially emotional, arriving at a moment when Cristy is grappling with a personal crisis. This dual tension adds depth to the narrative, making some of her decisions feel all the more significant. Susan Lewis excels at crafting intricate plots, and she delivers plenty of twists and turns that keep the reader guessing throughout. The intelligent exploration of human nature stands out, with richly layered characters that often challenge first impressions. This encourages the reader to continually reassess who can be trusted, and combined with the author's engaging writing style. makes for a compelling and hard to put down read.
The final sentences are wonderfully tantalising, offering an intriguing conundrum which hints at what is to come in the next instalment; an exciting prospect for fans of the series.
Many thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins for my advance reader copy in return for my honest and unbiased review.
July 7, 2026
I picked this up at random at my library as the UK cover drew me in. I have not read the other books in the series.
I do feel like there is context I missed out on as the main character, Cristy feels very established, she is in her fifties, extremely successful with her podcast and has lucrative opportunities being presented to her in the media industry from her mentor and another well known businessman
Everyone around the heroine sounds very wealthy, there is a birthday celebration for Cristy at her boyfriend, David's estate in Guernsey. David's oldest daughter Rosie has Down syndrome. Everyone is invited including her children and her ex-husband, Matthew whom she remains friends with and her co-workers.
The main character is interesting in that she just starts menopause and her hormones are all over the place. She gets suspicious of those around her who she has known for a long time and has a few dramatic outbursts that seem out of nowhere. I was surprised her boyfriend was willing to forgive her. The author seems to wants to bring awareness to the many sympthoms women face while in this stage in life: hot flushes, emotional outbursts, brain fog and not recalling what happened. Cristy decides to see a specialist for hormone therapy but this is not expanded on and it works for her as she feels better. I thought she could have confided in her team about the offer instead of keeping it a secret and then being blackmailed about it later.
The reveal was interesting as an intriguing man that sounds like a cult leader: Claude Meier turns out to be deeply in love with the convicted Nicole. I did wish that the twins were still alive as the author goes back and forth about what really happened to them. I thought the connection between Cristy and Claude was a little strange and inappropriate, he invites er on a trip to visit his brother in Switzerland. I did like that Cristy is not keen to get married and the author does not try and force the typical way a romance should progress.
The delving into the amount of work that goes into creating a podcast was eye opening.
I do feel like there is context I missed out on as the main character, Cristy feels very established, she is in her fifties, extremely successful with her podcast and has lucrative opportunities being presented to her in the media industry from her mentor and another well known businessman
Everyone around the heroine sounds very wealthy, there is a birthday celebration for Cristy at her boyfriend, David's estate in Guernsey. David's oldest daughter Rosie has Down syndrome. Everyone is invited including her children and her ex-husband, Matthew whom she remains friends with and her co-workers.
The main character is interesting in that she just starts menopause and her hormones are all over the place. She gets suspicious of those around her who she has known for a long time and has a few dramatic outbursts that seem out of nowhere. I was surprised her boyfriend was willing to forgive her. The author seems to wants to bring awareness to the many sympthoms women face while in this stage in life: hot flushes, emotional outbursts, brain fog and not recalling what happened. Cristy decides to see a specialist for hormone therapy but this is not expanded on and it works for her as she feels better. I thought she could have confided in her team about the offer instead of keeping it a secret and then being blackmailed about it later.
The reveal was interesting as an intriguing man that sounds like a cult leader: Claude Meier turns out to be deeply in love with the convicted Nicole. I did wish that the twins were still alive as the author goes back and forth about what really happened to them. I thought the connection between Cristy and Claude was a little strange and inappropriate, he invites er on a trip to visit his brother in Switzerland. I did like that Cristy is not keen to get married and the author does not try and force the typical way a romance should progress.
The delving into the amount of work that goes into creating a podcast was eye opening.
February 20, 2026
Review of ‘Who Can You Trust’ by Susan Lewis, due to be published on 9 April 2026 by Harper Collins UK, Harper Fiction.
Welcome back to Christy and Connor as we delve into the world of their Hindsight Podcast for this, the fourth book of the series.
We find Christy at a pivotal moment in her life, as she contemplates a once in a lifetime job offer, her upcoming 50th birthday and menopause symptoms that are clouding her judgement.
When news breaks that convicted baby killer Nicole has been released on parole, Christy is thrown back into the case she originally covered as a reporter 20 years ago, with questions still unanswered about what happened and if Nicole really was guilty of the crime she was jailed for.
The Hindsight team’s investigations lead them to her old family home, into the secluded mountains of Wales and picturesque Vevey in Switzerland. Spurred on and helped by Nicole’s lawyer, discoveries are made, stories are told and the devastating impact on each character is explored and laid bare.
As always, the characters are well developed and the storyline expertly crafted. You can read this as a standalone quite easily, as there are enough snippets of backstory on each individual character to get a sense of who they are and what their role is in the wider series. The scenic environments are highly descriptive allowing you to feel like you are there, the characters described in such great detail you can picture them.
As always there is a twist to the tale and an intriguing ending which perfectly sets up for book five in the series which I can’t wait to read and find out what Susan Lewis and the Hindsight team have in store for us next!
Welcome back to Christy and Connor as we delve into the world of their Hindsight Podcast for this, the fourth book of the series.
We find Christy at a pivotal moment in her life, as she contemplates a once in a lifetime job offer, her upcoming 50th birthday and menopause symptoms that are clouding her judgement.
When news breaks that convicted baby killer Nicole has been released on parole, Christy is thrown back into the case she originally covered as a reporter 20 years ago, with questions still unanswered about what happened and if Nicole really was guilty of the crime she was jailed for.
The Hindsight team’s investigations lead them to her old family home, into the secluded mountains of Wales and picturesque Vevey in Switzerland. Spurred on and helped by Nicole’s lawyer, discoveries are made, stories are told and the devastating impact on each character is explored and laid bare.
As always, the characters are well developed and the storyline expertly crafted. You can read this as a standalone quite easily, as there are enough snippets of backstory on each individual character to get a sense of who they are and what their role is in the wider series. The scenic environments are highly descriptive allowing you to feel like you are there, the characters described in such great detail you can picture them.
As always there is a twist to the tale and an intriguing ending which perfectly sets up for book five in the series which I can’t wait to read and find out what Susan Lewis and the Hindsight team have in store for us next!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This is the second book I've read about the Hindsight team and I believe the fourth in the series. The team, Christy, Connor, Clove and Jacks investigate a young mother, Nicole, who was deemed to have murdered her one year old twins some twenty years ago. Nicole had always maintained the twins had been taken from the house while she was in the woods burying the family cat that had died that morning, but in a surprise turn of events she admitted to their murder and was released on parole.
Christy had reported on the original case, at a time when she was pregnant with her first child and it had a profound effect on her. Now, with hindsight (no pun intended) she can see the case was not properly investigated, in part because a couple of days later there were terrorist attacks in London that took up all the police and media bandwidth.
At the same time as putting together a podcast about the case, Christy is dealing with her own crisis, as she is offered a new role in media company and her relationship with David seems to hit the rocks. There is a lot of emotional drama from the characters in this book and the investigation seems to be less of priority than the previous book in the series I read, and I would say, I did enjoy the previous one more.
This book does though, move along at pace, with good descriptions, some emotional hard hitting and the social question of someone possibly being wrongly imprisoned at the fore. It is pacy, well written and a very enjoyable read.
And finally the ending has left the next story ready to begin...
With thanks to Netgalley, the author and Harper Fiction for an arc copy in return for an honest review - a very enjoyable read.
Christy had reported on the original case, at a time when she was pregnant with her first child and it had a profound effect on her. Now, with hindsight (no pun intended) she can see the case was not properly investigated, in part because a couple of days later there were terrorist attacks in London that took up all the police and media bandwidth.
At the same time as putting together a podcast about the case, Christy is dealing with her own crisis, as she is offered a new role in media company and her relationship with David seems to hit the rocks. There is a lot of emotional drama from the characters in this book and the investigation seems to be less of priority than the previous book in the series I read, and I would say, I did enjoy the previous one more.
This book does though, move along at pace, with good descriptions, some emotional hard hitting and the social question of someone possibly being wrongly imprisoned at the fore. It is pacy, well written and a very enjoyable read.
And finally the ending has left the next story ready to begin...
With thanks to Netgalley, the author and Harper Fiction for an arc copy in return for an honest review - a very enjoyable read.
April 9, 2026
This is another excellent addition to the Hindsight series, featuring true crime podcasters Christy and Connor. In this book they are delving into the historic crime of the mysterious disappearance of twin babies, their mother having spent many years in prison for their murder but professed they had been kidnapped.
The author very cleverly sets the scene for the investigation and makes the plot interesting and immersive, combining investigative reporting with background character information. The story is very well told and being part of the team as a reader really brings the story to life and it is great to see the reveal at the end.
In addition to the crime aspect the personal lives of the podcasters and their families is explored, especially Christy. Here we see her struggling with menopause symptoms, which many readers will empathise with and communication problems with her partner and extended family in part due to this life stage.
I loved the characters featured in the pod this time, they were enigmatic and damaged and at the same time hiding some serious truths and issues with their mental health. These were very difficult issues and dealt with sympathetically.
Thanks to Netgalley, the author and to e publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
The author very cleverly sets the scene for the investigation and makes the plot interesting and immersive, combining investigative reporting with background character information. The story is very well told and being part of the team as a reader really brings the story to life and it is great to see the reveal at the end.
In addition to the crime aspect the personal lives of the podcasters and their families is explored, especially Christy. Here we see her struggling with menopause symptoms, which many readers will empathise with and communication problems with her partner and extended family in part due to this life stage.
I loved the characters featured in the pod this time, they were enigmatic and damaged and at the same time hiding some serious truths and issues with their mental health. These were very difficult issues and dealt with sympathetically.
Thanks to Netgalley, the author and to e publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
March 21, 2026
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC of Who Can You Trust by Susan Lewis.
This is a gripping, intelligently plotted thriller that pulled me in straight away and didn’t let go. Centred on a decades-old case involving missing children and a mother who has always protested her innocence, the story unfolds through Cristy Ward’s investigation with a fresh, modern edge thanks to the true crime podcast angle.
The pacing is tight, with well-judged twists that keep you questioning everything and everyone. I particularly enjoyed the moral ambiguity running through it; no character feels entirely clear cut, which adds to the tension and intrigue.
What elevates this beyond a standard crime read is the emotional depth. It’s as much about perception, loss and the power of narrative as it is about solving a mystery.
Compelling, thought-provoking and thoroughly satisfying and a standout four star read.
This is a gripping, intelligently plotted thriller that pulled me in straight away and didn’t let go. Centred on a decades-old case involving missing children and a mother who has always protested her innocence, the story unfolds through Cristy Ward’s investigation with a fresh, modern edge thanks to the true crime podcast angle.
The pacing is tight, with well-judged twists that keep you questioning everything and everyone. I particularly enjoyed the moral ambiguity running through it; no character feels entirely clear cut, which adds to the tension and intrigue.
What elevates this beyond a standard crime read is the emotional depth. It’s as much about perception, loss and the power of narrative as it is about solving a mystery.
Compelling, thought-provoking and thoroughly satisfying and a standout four star read.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
The Most Emotional Hindsight Case Yet!
The latest instalment in the Cristy Ward series is an absolute triumph. When a mother convicted of killing her twins two decades ago is released, the Hindsight podcast team reopens the case to find the truth.
Having covered the tragedy while pregnant, Cristy finds the investigation deeply personal. Now turning 50 and navigating perimenopause, she faces a pivotal crossroads. A heavy decision regarding her future weighs on her, threatening the stability of her loyal team.
This is a profoundly emotional read, exploring the human psyche, the internal fears and the secrets we hold for those we love.
Cristy’s personal struggle is as gripping as the search for answers the police failed to find years ago.
With a perfectly tied-up ending and a tantalising hint of the next case on the horizon, I can't wait to see what happens in Cristy’s world next.
My thanks to Netgalley and Harper Collins UK for an early copy. This is my own opinion.
The latest instalment in the Cristy Ward series is an absolute triumph. When a mother convicted of killing her twins two decades ago is released, the Hindsight podcast team reopens the case to find the truth.
Having covered the tragedy while pregnant, Cristy finds the investigation deeply personal. Now turning 50 and navigating perimenopause, she faces a pivotal crossroads. A heavy decision regarding her future weighs on her, threatening the stability of her loyal team.
This is a profoundly emotional read, exploring the human psyche, the internal fears and the secrets we hold for those we love.
Cristy’s personal struggle is as gripping as the search for answers the police failed to find years ago.
With a perfectly tied-up ending and a tantalising hint of the next case on the horizon, I can't wait to see what happens in Cristy’s world next.
My thanks to Netgalley and Harper Collins UK for an early copy. This is my own opinion.
May 15, 2026
Synopsis—A terrible crime. A shocking confession. Do you believe her?
Twenty years ago, Nicole’s twins disappeared without a trace.
No bodies. No witnesses.
Despite her pleas of innocence, Nicole was convicted.
Now she’s out. And she’s finally confessed.
But for true crime podcast host Cristy Ward, the story doesn’t add up.
Having worked on the case as a young reporter, Cristy can’t help but wonder whether Nicole is the villain everyone believes her to be.
Why did Nicole confess after so many years … and is the truth still out there, waiting…?
#mythoughts Susan Lewis is often a go to especially when picking up an audio listen.
This was definitely a mystery, who dun it !
Did Nicole go to prison for the murder of her twins wrongly or did she do it?
If not who did? As the podcasts investigate , the truth needs to be revealed.
It wa
Twenty years ago, Nicole’s twins disappeared without a trace.
No bodies. No witnesses.
Despite her pleas of innocence, Nicole was convicted.
Now she’s out. And she’s finally confessed.
But for true crime podcast host Cristy Ward, the story doesn’t add up.
Having worked on the case as a young reporter, Cristy can’t help but wonder whether Nicole is the villain everyone believes her to be.
Why did Nicole confess after so many years … and is the truth still out there, waiting…?
#mythoughts Susan Lewis is often a go to especially when picking up an audio listen.
This was definitely a mystery, who dun it !
Did Nicole go to prison for the murder of her twins wrongly or did she do it?
If not who did? As the podcasts investigate , the truth needs to be revealed.
It wa
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Twenty years ago Nicole Iverson’s twins vanished, she says that someone took them whilst she was out burying the dead cat. The police investigation was hampered by the 7/7 bombings happening the next day. Nicole was charges with their murder even though no bodies were found. Now she has finally confessed to killing them and is out on parole.
Cristy and Connor and their Hindsight podcast are determined to follow up and review the case, hoping to discover where Nicole is and get an exclusive, however, the terms of her parole are no press contact. There are ways though, where will it take them? The truth, hopefully, finally.
A riveting story, with several underlying currents, I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
My thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the arc
Cristy and Connor and their Hindsight podcast are determined to follow up and review the case, hoping to discover where Nicole is and get an exclusive, however, the terms of her parole are no press contact. There are ways though, where will it take them? The truth, hopefully, finally.
A riveting story, with several underlying currents, I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
My thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the arc
April 26, 2026
would like to thank netgalley and the publisher for letting me read this absorbing book
we are back in podcast land of cristy and her team....
this one is about the disappearance of twins.... they disappeared 20 years ago and their mother was jailed for their suspected murder even though their bodies were never found....
their mother nicole is about to be released on parole acknowledging finally that she had killed them...
cristy had covered the murder years ago but at least she was fairer than any other paper so when cristy and her team had approached nicoles lawyer it wasnt a no....
have to say this is a gripping read and one you wont want to put down.... i also cant wait for the next book in this series
we are back in podcast land of cristy and her team....
this one is about the disappearance of twins.... they disappeared 20 years ago and their mother was jailed for their suspected murder even though their bodies were never found....
their mother nicole is about to be released on parole acknowledging finally that she had killed them...
cristy had covered the murder years ago but at least she was fairer than any other paper so when cristy and her team had approached nicoles lawyer it wasnt a no....
have to say this is a gripping read and one you wont want to put down.... i also cant wait for the next book in this series
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Wow, what a fascinating and compelling story. One that frustrated and fascinated me in different parts.
Having read books by Susan previously I expected a good story but this surpassed my expectations.
Convicted of murdering her twin babies 20 years ago and finally released on parole. Admitting to the crime allowed the parole board to release with conditions.
Having covered the original case whilst pregnant Chrissy along with Connor relook at the case for their podcast.
Anamolies in the original investigation and gaps that come to light. Cult, missing people and no bodies ever recovered add so much depth to the story.
Having read books by Susan previously I expected a good story but this surpassed my expectations.
Convicted of murdering her twin babies 20 years ago and finally released on parole. Admitting to the crime allowed the parole board to release with conditions.
Having covered the original case whilst pregnant Chrissy along with Connor relook at the case for their podcast.
Anamolies in the original investigation and gaps that come to light. Cult, missing people and no bodies ever recovered add so much depth to the story.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
First things first, I want to thank Netgalley and also HarperCollins UK for this ARC!
This is already book 4 in the Cristy Ward series, and while I do usually do only standalone books, I still do enjoy it very much to follow along! Now, if you think this series and especially this book is for you, I strongly suggest starting with the first one, and reading them all in order!
I think the only criticism for this one is that the pace of the story feels a little uneven, and dragging in some places. But then I read about all those great characters, and everything is forgiven. Can only recommend!
This is already book 4 in the Cristy Ward series, and while I do usually do only standalone books, I still do enjoy it very much to follow along! Now, if you think this series and especially this book is for you, I strongly suggest starting with the first one, and reading them all in order!
I think the only criticism for this one is that the pace of the story feels a little uneven, and dragging in some places. But then I read about all those great characters, and everything is forgiven. Can only recommend!
April 22, 2026
Definitely repeating myself here, I am really enjoying this series- a pleasant discovery in 2026. Ifs a quick and easy read, that I find is presented really well in the format of a podcast. I find I have trouble predicting what will happen next, which is what you want in a mystery book, and I like the cast of characters and their dynamics with eachother. This particular plot was definitely one of the more gripping ones! The one thing I’m not enjoying is the man characters relationship drama? It just feels quite high school for a menopausal woman, and I don’t feel like it adds anything to the story really.
June 21, 2026
Susan Lewis has done it again !! A great story!
20 years ago, Nicole’s 11month old twins vanished . She claimed they had been abducted, but there is no evidence. She has always proclaimed her innocence until now in a parole hearing confessing to their murder..
Chrissy 20 years ago was one of the original journalist to cover the missing Twins. She now has the opportunity to revisit her old notes and with modern technology moving forward the investigation.
Can they find the Twins and are they still alive?
You really don’t know where this story is going. It was a complete page turner that I thoroughly enjoyed.
20 years ago, Nicole’s 11month old twins vanished . She claimed they had been abducted, but there is no evidence. She has always proclaimed her innocence until now in a parole hearing confessing to their murder..
Chrissy 20 years ago was one of the original journalist to cover the missing Twins. She now has the opportunity to revisit her old notes and with modern technology moving forward the investigation.
Can they find the Twins and are they still alive?
You really don’t know where this story is going. It was a complete page turner that I thoroughly enjoyed.
July 31, 2026
This is a standalone story, even though some of the characters have appeared in a previous book. Twenty years ago, Nicole’s twins disappeared without a trace, and despite her pleas of innocence she was convicted of killing them and has just been released from prison. And now she’s out, unexpectedly she has confessed to the crime, although Cristy Ward, the host of a true crime podcast doesn’t believe a word of it. This is a story where nothing is quite as it seems. On the surface it’s about a misspent youth, drink, drugs, and free-love but it’s not quite so simple. There are lots of twists, the story is cleverly told and I really enjoyed this.
Review by: Pussycat, Oundle Crime
Review by: Pussycat, Oundle Crime
April 21, 2026
Back again with Christy Ward and her fantastic team at Hindsight. This is book 4 in the series and they just keep getting better.
Christy and Connor are investigating what really happened with the disappearance of baby twins. Nicole their mother was convicted of murder 20 years ago but the bodies were never recovered.
When Hindsight start the latest podcast they are lead to meet Claude who runs a retreat in Wales where they believe the answers to the disappearance could be.
A fantastic story of love and tragedy, full of suspense right from the start.
Christy and Connor are investigating what really happened with the disappearance of baby twins. Nicole their mother was convicted of murder 20 years ago but the bodies were never recovered.
When Hindsight start the latest podcast they are lead to meet Claude who runs a retreat in Wales where they believe the answers to the disappearance could be.
A fantastic story of love and tragedy, full of suspense right from the start.
May 12, 2026
I think this series is fading in its originality. My least favorite of the Cristy Ward series. It got very repetitive, not nearly as good as the others in the series,
And…why SO MUCH talk about menopause? It wasn’t a book on the facts of it so why did we have to keep reading about it? Really annoying. I probably would have rated it a bit better had it not been for so much emphasis on the normal fact of life situation. I pity the author’s family if they had to hear so much if it is based on her real situation. I don’t recommend this book particularly.
And…why SO MUCH talk about menopause? It wasn’t a book on the facts of it so why did we have to keep reading about it? Really annoying. I probably would have rated it a bit better had it not been for so much emphasis on the normal fact of life situation. I pity the author’s family if they had to hear so much if it is based on her real situation. I don’t recommend this book particularly.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
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Everyone should know by now that Susan Lewis is one of my favourite authors and again I have been privileged to read one of her books before it comes out.
Another Christy Ward novel and this time her podcast is trying to find the truth behind missing twin babies that had disappeared twenty years ago. With the twins mother jailed for their murder, the story has hit the public limelight when she is released on parole. This has a very personal feeling for Christy as she reported the original murder when she was pregnant with her first born, which affected her state of mind.
I feel this book was more about the team and especially Christy than in previous books, and the podcast was in second place. The book was still very well written and I really enjoyed it but it wasn't as dramatic as the last book, which left me very unsettled.
Susan has left a cliff hanger at the end of this book, so I am very excited to get my hands on the next one and learn more about the team and their next investigation.
I would strongly recommend this book, it can be read as a standalone but I would personally read the first 3 books to get more background information
Everyone should know by now that Susan Lewis is one of my favourite authors and again I have been privileged to read one of her books before it comes out.
Another Christy Ward novel and this time her podcast is trying to find the truth behind missing twin babies that had disappeared twenty years ago. With the twins mother jailed for their murder, the story has hit the public limelight when she is released on parole. This has a very personal feeling for Christy as she reported the original murder when she was pregnant with her first born, which affected her state of mind.
I feel this book was more about the team and especially Christy than in previous books, and the podcast was in second place. The book was still very well written and I really enjoyed it but it wasn't as dramatic as the last book, which left me very unsettled.
Susan has left a cliff hanger at the end of this book, so I am very excited to get my hands on the next one and learn more about the team and their next investigation.
I would strongly recommend this book, it can be read as a standalone but I would personally read the first 3 books to get more background information
April 9, 2026
Another fantastic book in the Cristy Ward series. Each book so far has been a real good meaty read and so well written it completely absorbs you. I have been in my own little bubble whilst reading this story, oblivious to whats going on around me!! No housework or chores done, but who cares, it’s a Susan Lewis book!!! Thoroughly enjoyable with great characters and an ending I really didn’t see coming, kept the reader guessing - great job. Looking forward to the next one.
April 17, 2026
Christy and Connor and their team are back. With their team the are looking in a new crime, but what was the crime? Was it the abduction of twin babies ore even the murder of them, and is the one who was in prison really the guilty one?
But the team is not only looking for the truth but has al their own challenges.
Again a wel written story in this series. I really enjoyed reading this.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review this story.
But the team is not only looking for the truth but has al their own challenges.
Again a wel written story in this series. I really enjoyed reading this.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review this story.
June 19, 2026
Who Can You Trust by Susan Lewis
Cristy Ward is a true crime podcaster and 20 years ago when she was a young reporter she covered a case where 19 year old Nicole was jailed for killing her 11 month old twins. She kept saying she was innocent.
Nicole has been in jail all these years and has now been released on parole after finally admitting she killed her babies. Despite all the years that have passed, their bodies have still not been found.
Cristy and her team delve into the old material and start investigating new leads.
I normally love this author's books, but this one felt a little flat to me. Still enjoyable, just not up to her normal high standard.
Cristy Ward is a true crime podcaster and 20 years ago when she was a young reporter she covered a case where 19 year old Nicole was jailed for killing her 11 month old twins. She kept saying she was innocent.
Nicole has been in jail all these years and has now been released on parole after finally admitting she killed her babies. Despite all the years that have passed, their bodies have still not been found.
Cristy and her team delve into the old material and start investigating new leads.
I normally love this author's books, but this one felt a little flat to me. Still enjoyable, just not up to her normal high standard.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Another good read in the Cristy Ward series, good to catch up with the main characters' lives again and another interesting mystery solved as part of the podcast with plenty of red herrings thrown in along the way.
My thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book.
My thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book.
April 24, 2026
As always such a fabulous read.
I really love this Cristy Ward series, I look forward to the next one being published.
With such brilliant characters it’s like seeing old friends. I also love the way she cracks the case but with a twist !
5⭐️’s
I really love this Cristy Ward series, I look forward to the next one being published.
With such brilliant characters it’s like seeing old friends. I also love the way she cracks the case but with a twist !
5⭐️’s
May 27, 2026
Latest instalment in the Bristol-based, true-crime Hindsight Pod-Cast series. Despite the crime being portrayed as an unfortunate circumstance and a dearth of people who could have ‘done-it’ there was enough interest in the main characters’ lives to maintain interest throughout.
July 2, 2026
I enjoy the Christy Ward series this one took me a while to get into but once I was a half way through when I became fully engaged. It did leave you wondering what had happened to the twins .
I also enjoy the whole Christy and David saga and Connor and his life it all adds to the story .
I also enjoy the whole Christy and David saga and Connor and his life it all adds to the story .
April 26, 2026
Loved this one couldn’t determine the end so kept me gripped
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