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The Silence We Keep
Mara is barely holding herself together.
After her sister Lena dies, the world keeps moving while Mara feels herself coming undone. Grief settles into her bones. Memories surface in fragments. And the questions Lena left behind refuse to stay quiet.
Everyone tells Mara she needs rest. Therapy. Medication.
No one listens when she says something isn’t right.
As Mara retraces Lena’s final days, she confronts buried truths, about their childhood, about the systems meant to protect them, and about how easily women’s voices are dismissed.
What begins as mourning becomes awakening.
And when Mara finally understands what Lena tried to show her, she makes a devastating choice that changes everything.
The Silence We Keep is a haunting psychological thriller about grief, survival, and the moment a woman realises the world has been lying to her.
Perfect for readers who love emotionally driven suspense, slow-burn tension, and dark psychological fiction.
After her sister Lena dies, the world keeps moving while Mara feels herself coming undone. Grief settles into her bones. Memories surface in fragments. And the questions Lena left behind refuse to stay quiet.
Everyone tells Mara she needs rest. Therapy. Medication.
No one listens when she says something isn’t right.
As Mara retraces Lena’s final days, she confronts buried truths, about their childhood, about the systems meant to protect them, and about how easily women’s voices are dismissed.
What begins as mourning becomes awakening.
And when Mara finally understands what Lena tried to show her, she makes a devastating choice that changes everything.
The Silence We Keep is a haunting psychological thriller about grief, survival, and the moment a woman realises the world has been lying to her.
Perfect for readers who love emotionally driven suspense, slow-burn tension, and dark psychological fiction.
367 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 27, 2026
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About the author
Harriet Warren
3 books5 followersHarriet is a British author, digital artist, and creative storyteller who writes emotionally charged psychological thrillers exploring trauma, truth, and the quiet battles people fight behind closed doors. Her work blends raw human emotion with suspenseful storytelling, focusing on characters who survive what they were never meant to.
Alongside writing, Harriet works professionally in the design field as a digital artist and creative consultant, bringing stories to life through both words and visuals. She also creates children’s books, illustrations, and creative projects across multiple platforms.
Harriet lives with her husband and two children, drawing inspiration from everyday moments, deep conversations, and the resilience of the human spirit. The Silence We Keep marks the beginning of her debut thriller series.
She believes stories can heal, disrupt, and wake us up and she hopes hers stay with you long after the final page.
Alongside writing, Harriet works professionally in the design field as a digital artist and creative consultant, bringing stories to life through both words and visuals. She also creates children’s books, illustrations, and creative projects across multiple platforms.
Harriet lives with her husband and two children, drawing inspiration from everyday moments, deep conversations, and the resilience of the human spirit. The Silence We Keep marks the beginning of her debut thriller series.
She believes stories can heal, disrupt, and wake us up and she hopes hers stay with you long after the final page.
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February 10, 2026
4.5 ⭐️This novel definitely kept me questioning everything by design. I spent quite a bit of time during the reading of this novel in the dark unsure what to believe or think, coming to realizations simultaneously with the main character Mara. I did enjoy this book and look forward to reading the other novels in this trilogy to find out what happens next.
March 17, 2026
I am still processing this book. It is a psychological thriller, but very different from other books out there. The story is about a woman who returns home after her sister dies and finds that the past is very much in the present. This is a very slow burn and if you are looking for an action packed book then this one is not for you. But if you are interested in a cryptic and tension filled story then give this one a go.
February 12, 2026
I am in shock!
I started this book, a new author to me that I came across on TT, and I thought psychological thriller sounds interesting. I’m gonna give it a go. Not gonna lie I started off very confused… and then I read this “It had taught me early that the water here was not something you swam in for pleasure. It was something you watched, something you respected, something that could turn on you without warning.” And then it started. Not just started but progressed. You know that feeling. It starts with that heaviness in your chest, the tingles of heat that run up your neck, the pit of dread/fear that grows in your stomach.
I found myself having go stop between chapters and play a game or something because it was just so real!! I needed to digest it and prepare for the what if’s that could be coming.
That cliffy I could do without, but I cannot wait to get my greedy hands on the next book! So many unanswered questions I need to know the answers.
I started this book, a new author to me that I came across on TT, and I thought psychological thriller sounds interesting. I’m gonna give it a go. Not gonna lie I started off very confused… and then I read this “It had taught me early that the water here was not something you swam in for pleasure. It was something you watched, something you respected, something that could turn on you without warning.” And then it started. Not just started but progressed. You know that feeling. It starts with that heaviness in your chest, the tingles of heat that run up your neck, the pit of dread/fear that grows in your stomach.
I found myself having go stop between chapters and play a game or something because it was just so real!! I needed to digest it and prepare for the what if’s that could be coming.
That cliffy I could do without, but I cannot wait to get my greedy hands on the next book! So many unanswered questions I need to know the answers.
February 23, 2026
WHAT AN AMAZING BOOK
I mostly read romance in English (is my second language) and I was looking forward to a story that could represent a challenge for me, not only on language or vocabulary, but also on structure, plot and character-driven.... This is fantastic!
I loved it so much and I'm going for the second book right away 💖
I mostly read romance in English (is my second language) and I was looking forward to a story that could represent a challenge for me, not only on language or vocabulary, but also on structure, plot and character-driven.... This is fantastic!
I loved it so much and I'm going for the second book right away 💖
February 28, 2026
COULD NOT PUT THIS BOOK DOWN
This book had me bipolar as hell I steady stayed mad through this whole entire book not because of the book itself it’s what’s going on in it lol the writing was on point I have so so many questions this book had me on edge the whole time I hope there is a second book cause I’m invested
This book had me bipolar as hell I steady stayed mad through this whole entire book not because of the book itself it’s what’s going on in it lol the writing was on point I have so so many questions this book had me on edge the whole time I hope there is a second book cause I’m invested
January 30, 2026
One of those books where you aren’t really sure what’s going on then all
Of a sudden you are sucked in and in for a ride! I had en eerie feeling while reading this like I had to keep looking over my shoulder the entire time! Highly recommend and I’m currently waiting for more!
Of a sudden you are sucked in and in for a ride! I had en eerie feeling while reading this like I had to keep looking over my shoulder the entire time! Highly recommend and I’m currently waiting for more!
February 3, 2026
What a solid debut book for Harriet Warren! The writing keeps you reading because you want to know how the truth is going to come out. Now I need book #2 to come out so I can keep reading Mara’s story.
January 29, 2026
impressive for first novel
Writing was compelling, storyline was thought provoking. Ending left you wanting more information and more closure. Will definitely read the next book.
Writing was compelling, storyline was thought provoking. Ending left you wanting more information and more closure. Will definitely read the next book.
February 13, 2026
What a page turner! Absolutely loved everything about this book it kept me questioning what would happen next and kept me wanting more! Can’t wait to read book 2 👏🏻
March 14, 2026
Slow moving book
This was a slow moving book and at times confusing but the story line was pretty good. I am not sure i would continue this series as it wasn't really for me
This was a slow moving book and at times confusing but the story line was pretty good. I am not sure i would continue this series as it wasn't really for me
March 1, 2026
rated 4.5 because I have more questions than answers. roll on book 2
February 24, 2026
A thought provoking and captivating book following the story of a woman named Mara, her sister, and a system in place keeping secrets. Harriet kept me on the edge of my seat with this one. One of those roller coaster rides where there’s twists, turns, and then a big surprise drop. I was hooked within the first chapter. My mind was a whirlwind of “what’s going to happen in the next chapter.” The ending had me wanting more, as I need to know what happens, and if our FMC succeeds in her mission to have the truth heard.
“A final, devastating refusal to let the truth stay buried.”
A key thing to note, there is a lot of repetition. I believe it’s meant this way for a reason and for the plot line. The repetition allows you to immerse yourself as our FMC and what she went through in her childhood up until the ending.
I can’t wait to read Book 2!
***ARC Review***
“A final, devastating refusal to let the truth stay buried.”
A key thing to note, there is a lot of repetition. I believe it’s meant this way for a reason and for the plot line. The repetition allows you to immerse yourself as our FMC and what she went through in her childhood up until the ending.
I can’t wait to read Book 2!
***ARC Review***
January 31, 2026
"Good" I said "because I'm done being managed"
The ☆Debut Thriller☆
With its descriptive writing, this first installment brings Mara and Greyhaven to life in a thrilling way. Enhancement of the narrative could be achieved through diminished repetition and incorporation of a wider range of vocabulary, specifically utilizing synonyms for 'deliberate' and eliminating unnecessary words, though. The cult-tastic atmosphere of the Town Greyhaven is just right - eerie and unorthodox. Thanks to short chapters, the reading experience is smooth, and I'm keen on continuing the series.
The ☆Debut Thriller☆
With its descriptive writing, this first installment brings Mara and Greyhaven to life in a thrilling way. Enhancement of the narrative could be achieved through diminished repetition and incorporation of a wider range of vocabulary, specifically utilizing synonyms for 'deliberate' and eliminating unnecessary words, though. The cult-tastic atmosphere of the Town Greyhaven is just right - eerie and unorthodox. Thanks to short chapters, the reading experience is smooth, and I'm keen on continuing the series.
February 26, 2026
The Silence We Keep is a haunting psychological thriller that blends grief, memory, and buried truth into a slow-burning, emotionally charged narrative. Harriet Warren captures Mara’s unraveling with striking realism, drawing readers into a world where loss blurs reality and unanswered questions refuse to stay buried. The story’s quiet tension builds steadily, exploring trauma, systemic neglect, and the silencing of women’s voices. Dark, thought-provoking, and deeply moving, this is a suspenseful read that lingers long after the final page.
February 24, 2026
The Silence We Keep completely pulled me in from the first page. As someone who loves emotionally layered psychological thrillers, this story delivered on every level. Mara’s grief feels painfully real, not dramatized, not rushed, just raw and unsettling in the most authentic way. You don’t just read her unraveling… you feel it.
March 3, 2026
An impressive debut with compelling writing and a thought provoking storyline. The suspense is well paced and keeps you engaged from beginning to end. While the ending leaves you wanting a bit more closure, it definitely builds anticipation for the next installment. A strong start for a first novel, and I’m looking forward to reading more from this author.
February 13, 2026
The Silence We Keep by Harriet Warren is a masterfully paced thriller that grabs you from the very first page. Mara sister Lena dies by her own hand or is it someone elses hand. Mara is loosing herself while everyone else wants to rush every decision that needs to be made she knows something is not right. As Mara unburies truths, from when they were kids about the systems meant to protect them.
The characters you will either love them or hate them but DC Ana is bringing the heat.
The characters you will either love them or hate them but DC Ana is bringing the heat.
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