Lesley Kara talks to Paul Burke about her new psychological thriller Troublemaker, inspirations, domestic noir, The Rumour on tv and getting a bit part in it. Troublemaker : Storm used to be just like her name. Wild and strong. A force to be reckoned with.But ever since her younger brother was killed in a violent mugging, she has led a very different life: quiet and cautious, seeing danger everywhere. Storm’s tendency to panic has resulted in several false alarms, so when she witnesses a murder with uncanny similarities to the way her brother was killed, and yet no body is found and no one is reported missing, the police don’t take her seriously.But Storm knows what she saw. And the murder is only the start – the killer will stop at nothing to keep Storm quiet. But how can she solve the murder and stay out of danger when no one believes her? Lesley Kara: is a Sunday Times bestselling author of psychological thrillers known for twisty stories about secrets, jealousy and betrayal. Her debut novel, The Rumour, became a global bestseller and has been adapted for television by Channel 5. She writes compelling crime fiction and domestic suspense set in seemingly safe communities — coastal towns, commuter suburbs and tight-knit neighbourhoods where danger hides in plain sight. Readers describe her books as “addictive”, “unputdownable” and “full of jaw-dropping twists”. Lesley’s thrillers are perfect for fans of Gillian McAllister, Lisa Jewell, C.L. Taylor and Louise Candlish. Her novels explore obsession, grief, revenge and the lies we tell to survive. She lives in the UK and writes full-time. Recommendations: Trevor Wood The Silent Killer, Emma Curtis The Psychiatrist, The Ice Angels Caroline Mitchell, Stuart Neville The House of Ashes, Clare Mackintosh It's Not What You Think. Paul Burke is editor of Aspects of Crime produced by Junkyarddog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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