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The Locked Ward: The new stand-alone psychological thriller from the author of the O'Malley & Swift series
She can’t remember arriving. And she’s not allowed to leave.
When Mara Keane wakes up inside Highreach Hospital, she has no idea how she got there. Staff insist she admitted herself, but the locked doors, heavy medication, and terrified whispers from other patients tell a different story. As Mara tries to piece together the hours she’s lost, one truth becomes impossible to someone wanted her here. And they’re not letting her go.
Investigative journalist Rowan Archer is uncovering alarming reports about Highreach Hospital’s experimental treatments. Patients emerging confused, altered, or missing memories altogether. Determined to expose the truth, Rowan follows a trail of survivors to find out what’s happening behind the hospital’s sealed doors.
Highreach Hospital promises recovery.
But some secrets aren’t meant to leave the ward.
A gripping psychological thriller for readers who love Freida McFadden, Alice Feeney and Mark Edwards.
When Mara Keane wakes up inside Highreach Hospital, she has no idea how she got there. Staff insist she admitted herself, but the locked doors, heavy medication, and terrified whispers from other patients tell a different story. As Mara tries to piece together the hours she’s lost, one truth becomes impossible to someone wanted her here. And they’re not letting her go.
Investigative journalist Rowan Archer is uncovering alarming reports about Highreach Hospital’s experimental treatments. Patients emerging confused, altered, or missing memories altogether. Determined to expose the truth, Rowan follows a trail of survivors to find out what’s happening behind the hospital’s sealed doors.
Highreach Hospital promises recovery.
But some secrets aren’t meant to leave the ward.
A gripping psychological thriller for readers who love Freida McFadden, Alice Feeney and Mark Edwards.
208 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 30, 2026
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Review of advance copy received from Author
Oh my goodness!! what a read , I think this might be my favourite book yet from KT Galloway. Literally read this in about 6 hours, I couldn't put it down.
I don't want to put any spoilers , but that was a magnificent twist.
I feel very privileged to have read an advanced copy of this book.
Anyone debating whether to read this book, go on! what are you waiting for!!
I don't want to put any spoilers , but that was a magnificent twist.
I feel very privileged to have read an advanced copy of this book.
Anyone debating whether to read this book, go on! what are you waiting for!!
April 8, 2026
4 ⭐️
I stumbled upon this one by chance and couldn’t resist diving in and I’m so glad I did. There’s something about a story that keeps you in a constant state of unease, questioning every character, every motive… and this one delivered. The kind of read that wraps around your mind and doesn’t let go until the very last page. Twisty, addictive, and so worth it. 📖✨
I stumbled upon this one by chance and couldn’t resist diving in and I’m so glad I did. There’s something about a story that keeps you in a constant state of unease, questioning every character, every motive… and this one delivered. The kind of read that wraps around your mind and doesn’t let go until the very last page. Twisty, addictive, and so worth it. 📖✨
April 25, 2026
I am a fan of the Swift and O Malley books so I wanted to read this stand alone book by Kate Galloway.
This is a great book , well written with twists and turns that you don't predict .
Definitely one that you find hard to put down .
I am eagerly awaiting the next Swift and O Malley and hopefully another stand alone book .
This is a great book , well written with twists and turns that you don't predict .
Definitely one that you find hard to put down .
I am eagerly awaiting the next Swift and O Malley and hopefully another stand alone book .
May 30, 2026
Read in one sitting
This is the first book by K. T. Galloway that I have read.
It won’t be the last.
As psychological thrillers go this was like watching a horror film from behind the sofa. But where you can hide the pictures you can’t hide the words that you read.
They seem almost gentle to begin with but they are absolutely terrifying.
This is the first book by K. T. Galloway that I have read.
It won’t be the last.
As psychological thrillers go this was like watching a horror film from behind the sofa. But where you can hide the pictures you can’t hide the words that you read.
They seem almost gentle to begin with but they are absolutely terrifying.
April 21, 2026
Brilliant psychological thriller
Brilliant crime thriller kept me on the edge of my seat until the end of the book. It's definitely a must-read
Brilliant crime thriller kept me on the edge of my seat until the end of the book. It's definitely a must-read
May 21, 2026
3.5 ⭐️ - really enjoyed! loved the twist around the 78% mark :)
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