Audiobooks narrated by Lauryn Allman

Out of the Woods: An addictive crime thriller packed with suspense

"You always check under your bed for monsters before you go to sleep. You never think to look right across the dinner table. Detective Margot Phalen has spent over a year hunting San Francisco’s most elusive predator—the Redwood Killer, who leaves his victims alongside the scenic trails of Muir Woods. Each murdered woman connects to the city’s most powerful families—and the corruption leads straight to Margot’s own police department. With evidence that could bring down her Chief of Police, Margot finds herself caught between justice and survival. Only her partner Wes knows everything and truly sees her, stirring feelings she can’t continue to ignore. With the FBI offering her a fresh start, Margot finally glimpses a future beyond the shadows of her past. But her past refuses to let go. Ed Finch—her serial killer father; the monster who shaped her entire life—reels her in for one last showdown. When he offers to lead her to the grave of his final victim, she can’t say no. Can she face a final, deadly reckoning with the legacy she’s spent her life trying to outrun? This explosive conclusion to the Margot Phalen series will have you reading deep into the night. Fans of Robert Dugoni, Karin Slaughter and Gregg Olsen won’t want to miss this gripping crime thriller. Readers are obsessed with the Detective Margot Phalen series: “A dark and gripping thriller that totally pulls you in from the first page… blends crime, family drama, and psychological twists… intense and emotional.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “You cannot put these books down. They are gripping in the best way because they are so emotionally grabbing too.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Another wild ride for Margot! If this series ran to 20 books I'd read every single one.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A fast-paced, gripping thriller that pulls you in and does not let go. It's dark, and it's twisty, and it's oh so enjoyable.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I am in love with this series. That’s it. No notes. I love this series dearly.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “If you like thrillers with strong female main characters, police work, and fast-paced mysteries, you need to read this series, like yesterday!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

Kate Wiley (Author), Lauryn Allman (Narrator)

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The Housemaid's Secret: A totally gripping psychological thriller with a shocking twist

""Don't go in the guest bedroom." A shadow falls on Douglas Garrick's face as he touches the door with his fingertips. "My wife… she's very ill." As he continues showing me their incredible penthouse apartment, I have a terrible feeling about the woman behind closed doors. But I can't risk losing this job—not if I want to keep my darkest secret safe… It's hard to find an employer who doesn't ask too many questions about my past. So I thank my lucky stars that the Garricks miraculously give me a job, cleaning their stunning penthouse with views across the city and preparing fancy meals in their shiny kitchen. I can work here for a while, stay quiet until I get what I want. It's almost perfect. But I still haven't met Mrs Garrick, or seen inside the guest bedroom. I'm sure I hear her crying. I notice spots of blood around the neck of her white nightgowns when I'm doing laundry. And one day I can't help but knock on the door. When it gently swings open, what I see inside changes everything… That's when I make a promise. After all, I've done this before. I can protect Mrs Garrick while keeping my own secrets locked up safe. Douglas Garrick has done wrong. He is going to pay. It's simply a question of how far I'm willing to go… This absolutely explosive and shockingly twisty sequel to international phenomenon and New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller The Housemaid will keep you racing through the pages late into the night. Anyone who loves The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose, The Woman in the Window and Gone Girl will be totally hooked! This book can also be enjoyed as a standalone. Read what everyone's saying about The Housemaid's Secret: "OMG!!! MIND ABSOLUTELY BLOWN!!!! Love, LOVE, LOVED this absolute page-turner!!… OMG the twists just kept on coming again and again!!!… I absolutely devoured it in one sitting!!… Addictive, mind-blowing page-turner that will keep you up with a racing heart until you've finished!!!" Bookworm86, ????? "

Freida McFadden (Author), Lauryn Allman (Narrator)

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The Housemaid Is Watching: An absolutely gripping psychological thriller packed with twists

"“You must be our new neighbors!” Mrs Lowell gushes and waves across the picket fence. I clutch my daughter’s hand and smile back: but the second Mrs Lowell sees my husband a strange expression crosses her face. In that moment I make a promise. We finally have a family home. My past is far, far behind us. And I’ll do anything to keep it that way… I used to clean other people’s houses—now, I can’t believe this home is actually mine. The charming kitchen, the quiet cul-de-sac, the huge yard where my kids can play. My husband and I saved for years to give our children the life they deserve. Even though I’m wary of our new neighbor Mrs Lowell, when she invites us over for dinner it’s our chance to make friends. Her maid opens the door wearing a white apron, her hair in a tight bun. I know exactly what it’s like to be in her shoes. But her cold stare gives me chills… The Lowells’ maid isn’t the only strange thing on our street. I’m sure I see a shadowy figure watching us. My husband leaves the house late at night. And when I meet a woman who lives across the way, her words chill me to the bone: Be careful of your neighbors. Did I make a terrible mistake moving my family here? I thought I’d left my darkest secrets behind. But could this quiet suburban street be the most dangerous place of all? From New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Freida McFadden comes the next installment of the unbelievably twisty, tension-packed and globally bestselling Housemaid series. This book can be enjoyed as a standalone read: and once you start, it will have you up all night racing through the pages until the final explosive twist. Read what everyone’s saying about The Housemaid is Watching: “Fantastic… The amount of times my jaw DROPPED during this novel was crazy… I binged this whole book in one sitting… I simply could not put it down… LOVED it.”@readingwithmamaeast, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wow. I gasped and dropped my Kindle at some of the twists… A wild, crazy ride and I read it in one sitting. It was gripping, shocking, and simply stunning… I loved it.” Curling up with a Coffee and a Kindle, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

Freida McFadden (Author), Ina Marie Smith, Lauryn Allman (Narrator)

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The Housemaid: An absolutely addictive psychological thriller with a jaw-dropping twist

"“Welcome to the family,” Nina Winchester says as I shake her elegant, manicured hand. I smile politely, gazing around the marble hallway. Working here is my last chance to start fresh. I can pretend to be whoever I like. But I’ll soon learn that the Winchesters’ secrets are far more dangerous than my own… Every day I clean the Winchesters’ beautiful house top to bottom. I collect their daughter from school. And I cook a delicious meal for the whole family before heading up to eat alone in my tiny room on the top floor. I try to ignore how Nina makes a mess just to watch me clean it up. How she tells strange lies about her own daughter. And how her husband Andrew seems more broken every day. But as I look into Andrew’s handsome brown eyes, so full of pain, it’s hard not to imagine what it would be like to live Nina’s life. The walk-in closet, the fancy car, the perfect husband. I only try on one of Nina’s pristine white dresses once. Just to see what it’s like. But she soon finds out… and by the time I realize my attic bedroom door only locks from the outside, it’s far too late. But I reassure myself: the Winchesters don’t know who I really am. They don’t know what I’m capable of… A New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller and winner of a 2023 ITW Thriller Award. This unbelievably twisty read will have you glued to the pages late into the night. Anyone who loves The Woman in the Window, The Wife Between Us and The Girl on the Train won’t be able to put down The Housemaid! Read what everyone’s saying about The Housemaid: “I got severe whiplash from the twistiest turns… Every time I thought I had it figured out… WRONG!!!… I am still reeling… outstanding… If you love a top notch psychological thriller that will have you questioning your own sanity, then this 5 star read is for you.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "

Freida McFadden (Author), Lauryn Allman (Narrator)

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The Housemaid's Wedding: A Short Story

"Today is supposed to be the happiest day of my life. I'm engaged to the man of my dreams, and in a few short hours, I'm going to stand before a judge, who will declare us husband and wife, till death does us part. Despite some bumps in the road, this day is everything I dreamed it would be. There's only one problem: Someone out there doesn't want me to live long enough to say my vows. And if I'm not careful, they may very well get their wish. Note: The Housemaid’s Wedding is a short story meant to fill in the long gap between Book 2 of the Housemaid series (The Housemaid’s Secret) and Book 3 (The Housemaid is Watching). It can be read either between Book 2 and Book 3, or after Book 3."

Freida McFadden (Author), Edoardo Ballerini, Lauryn Allman (Narrator)

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The Savage, Noble Death of Babs Dionne

"Babs Dionne, doting grandmother, and vicious crime matriarch, rules her small town with an iron fist. She controls the flow of drugs with the help of her loyal lieutenants, girlfriends since they were teenagers, and her eldest daughter, Lori, a former soldier struggling with addiction. When a drug kingpin discovers that his numbers are down in this one town, he sends a malevolent force, known only as The Man, to investigate. At the same time, Babs's youngest daughter, Sis, has gone missing, which doesn't seem at all like a coincidence. In twenty-four hours, Sis will be found dead, and the whole town will seek shelter from Babs's wrath... The Savage, Noble Death of Babs Dionne is a crime saga like no other, with a ferocious matriarch at its bruised, beating heart. With sharp wit and profound empathy, award-winning author Ron Currie, delivers an unforgettable novel exploring love, retribution, and the ancestral roots that both nurture and trap us."

Ron Currie (Author), Lauryn Allman (Narrator)

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The Tradwife’s Secret

"A marriage is between two people. And their millions of followers. As seen in Stylist and Sunday Times Style Magazine: 'Twisted tradwife lit is here' 'Gripping and razor-sharp, this is twisted tradwife lit at its most addictive' Heat Madison March is the perfect wife, with the perfect family and the perfect life. She spends her days baking sourdough and picking vegetables from the garden while watching her children play in the fields surrounding her Montana homestead. Dinner is always on the table for her husband, and they end their days sitting on the porch, watching the sun go down. It’s a life anyone would dream of. And it’s all a lie. 'Perfect for anyone who loves their thrillers to be twisty, mysterious and forever several steps ahead. I had to pick my jaw off the floor quite a few times' Katy Brent 'Will keep you turning the pages well into the night” Catherine Cooper 'Deliciously twisty and diabolically plotted… So addictive' Laurie Elizabeth Flynn ‘A page-turning thriller that explores influencer culture, with a shocking twist’ Best 'Compelling… with twists that will give you whiplash' Diane Jeffrey 'Original, compulsive, exquisitely plotted ' A.A. Chaudhuri Readers are OBSESSED with The Tradwife’s Secret 'Exposing the underside of the world of influencers…how far would you go for money, fame and glamour?' 'As a self proclaimed tradwife, I was hooked from the cover of this book. It was so good. I couldn't believe all the twists' 'Had me gripped from the very first Instagram post I saw announcing the closure of the Truly Madison account. I just knew I had to read it' 'This book was literal catnip for me! Scary and surprising, the ultimate reality thriller' 'As a self-proclaimed tradwife, I was hooked' 'Thrilling, entertaining, mysterious, eye opening…I couldn’t read this book fast enough' 'It’s been a while since a book’s twist left me quite literally SHOOK, and then this one came along!' 'A stunningly compulsive read from a truly brilliant author!' 'This is 100% an absolute must read' 'All about the secrets behind tradwives Instagram…Definitely a 5-star book, I loved it' 'Crazy good' '5 HUGE STARS. If I could give it 10 STARS I would'"

Liane Child (Author), Lauryn Allman (Narrator)

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In the Blood: An absolutely gripping thriller that will have you hooked

"Her father was one of the most prolific serial killers in American history. Now Detective Margot Phalen must face a chilling possibility: what if it runs in the family? As the daughter of notorious serial killer Ed Finch, Margot has spent decades escaping her past—changing her name, her appearance, and building walls no one can breach, except her partner, Detective Wes Fox, whose growing closeness threatens the isolation she depends on. When her troubled brother shows up needing a place to stay, pressuring her to participate in a true crime documentary about their father, Margot’s carefully controlled world begins to unravel. Then she notices blood on her brother’s shoes just as a body is discovered in a dumpster near her home. Is she being paranoid, or might the monstrous legacy of her father be closer than she ever imagined? A visit to her imprisoned father delivers another gut-punch: Ed had an accomplice who’s still free—and still hunting. As Margot investigates, she must confront the question that’s haunted her entire life: how much of her father’s darkness might she carry within herself? Dark, gripping, and emotionally raw, this taut thriller will have you reading late into the night. Perfect for fans of Karin Slaughter, Tana French, and Lisa Gardner. Readers are totally addicted to the Detective Margot Phalen series: “Omg! Literally couldn’t put this book down! I was hooked, I need the next one to be released yesterday!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This fast-paced thriller is utterly addictive and should come with a warning – once you pick it up, you will not be able to put it down until the final page.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Oh my goodness, what an incredible story. I felt like I was reading an episode of Criminal Minds... I was hooked and I did not want it to end.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This book sucks you in hardcore… literally had me in a choke hold!! I could not put it down....” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “OMG another cracker from Kate Wiley! I loved the first book in this series and begged for another. Fabulous.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “An absolute page-turner. Every chapter is filled with suspense. A must-read!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Kate Wiley has done it again! So riveting... I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough! What an incredible sequel!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “WOW! Another page-turner! I didn’t want it to end… It honestly reads like a Criminal Minds episode/true crime podcast and I’m obsessed!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolutely spellbinding… five stars almost seem too mundane for this incredibly riveting thriller.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A great psychological thriller that has nail-biting suspense and is action-packed.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Are you kidding me!? What a great book!!! I couldn’t put it down!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wow, what a great read… this series of books could be made into a Netflix series. Brilliant.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Phenomenal… Margot is a brilliant leading character and her relationship with her father is enough to set your teeth on edge!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I was hooked! I never wanted to put this book down! Trust me – if I didn’t have to act as a functioning human, I would’ve devoured this book even quicker.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “If you like thrillers with strong female main characters, police work, and fast-paced mysteries, you need to read this series, like yesterday!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

Kate Wiley (Author), Lauryn Allman (Narrator)

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The Lost Girls: The absolutely addictive psychological thriller from the author of The Quiet Wife

"'COULD NOT STOP READING... unputdownable! I read all night long' Reader review, 5 stars Three missing girls. Two days to find the truth. One woman's race against time . . . Charleston, South Carolina. Four years ago. Three girls disappear into the night. One by one they go missing, never to be seen again. No witnesses, no leads, nothing. The only thing they had in common? An uneasy sense of being watched in the days before they vanished. Noises in the night, and boot prints in the flower beds outside their bedroom windows . . . Today. One of the lost girls was Anna Klein's best friend. With no body, the case went cold. But Anna never stopped looking for Sylvie - or whoever took her. Now, four years later, Anna finally has a lead when a body turns up in an abandoned mansion. She has to know: is it Sylvie? But time is running out. As the storm of the century threatens the whole East Coast, the clock is ticking to find the answers before this trail goes cold. Can Anna find Sylvie and the other girls before they're lost forever? ** Previously published as The Flash Girls ** Readers can't get enough of The Lost Girls! 'I stayed up late to finish this one! Absolutely loved the stormy setting, the main character (rooted so hard for her!), and THE TWIST!' Reader review, 5 stars 'Wow!! This is a must read!!' Reader review, 5 stars 'What a great story... then the ending. Oh my gosh...WOW' Reader review, 5 stars 'If you're looking for a relentless thriller, this is the book for you. The story doesn't let up at all' Reader review, 5 stars 'Had me hooked from the very first page... had me mesmerized the whole way through' Reader view, 5 stars"

J.M. Cannon (Author), Lauryn Allman (Narrator)

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Toddlers Made Easy: Become the Parent Every Child Needs

"It's time to transform everyday life with a toddler for the better. This delightfully easy-to-use audiobook provides friendly and helpful advice to support parents and toddlers during their trickiest moments. Dr Cathryn Tobin helps parents to see matters from their toddler's point of view, with examples illustrating their thought patterns. Interactive Q and As and practical tips throughout the audiobook help parents to think about how best to handle a scenario, to reflect on their own parenting background, and how to communicate effectively and calmly to support their child through this key developmental stage. This audiobook helps parents and carers see that small changes can have a big impact in the lives of their little ones. Dr Cathryn Tobin is a US-based paediatrician with over 30 years of experience working with parents and young children. Dr Tobin has a very large and engaged social media following on Instagram and has been featured in NY Times, Washington Post, Boston Globe, LA Times and on Fox News and CTV. She is the host of the Toddlers Made Easy podcast which offers parents and carers the insights and tools they need to nurture their toddlers with confidence in a short bite-sized format. © 2024 Dr Cathryn Tobin © 2024 DK Audio"

Cathryn Tobin (Author), Lauryn Allman (Narrator)

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The Killer Instinct: A totally unputdownable crime thriller

"Detective Margot Phalen knows the mind of a serial killer better than most. She learned from the worst: her father, Ed Finch. When bodies keep appearing in the tranquil Muir Woods, California, and a woman is killed in Chinatown, Margot begins to realize these are no ordinary homicides. The eerie similarities to her infamous father's crimes send chills down her spine. But Ed’s been behind bars for years now – surely he couldn’t mastermind this from his cell, could he? As evidence mounts – a bloodied image of Ed’s first target found in a victim’s home, stab wounds that match Ed’s trademark pattern – Margot uncovers a sinister obsession that hits far too close to home. She must use all her skills to outwit a killer who seems to know her history better than she does. To solve this case, she’ll need to confront the dark secrets of her past, and face her worst fear: that she may be more like her father than she ever dared imagine. The Killer Instinct is a gripping crime thriller that will keep you turning the pages. Fans of Karin Slaughter, Michael Connelly and Tana French won’t want to miss this unforgettable series. Readers are totally addicted to the Detective Margot Phalen series: “Omg! Literally couldn’t put this book down! I was hooked, I need the next one to be released yesterday!” Reader review, ????? “This fast-paced thriller is utterly addictive and should come with a warning – once you pick it up, you will not be able to put it down until the final page.” Reader review, ????? “Wow, what a page turner!” Reader review, ????? “Oh my goodness, what an incredible story. I was hooked and I did not want it to end.” Reader review, ????? “This book sucks you in hardcore… literally had me in a choke hold!! I could not put it down....” Reader review, ????? “OMG another cracker from Kate Wiley! I loved the first book in this series and begged for another. Fabulous.” Reader review, ????? “An absolute page-turner. Every chapter is filled with suspense. A must-read!” Reader review, ????? “Kate Wiley has done it again! So riveting... I couldn't turn the pages fast enough! What an incredible sequel!” Reader review, ????? “WOW! Another page turner! I didn’t want it to end… It honestly reads like a Criminal Minds episode/true crime podcast and I’m obsessed!” Reader review, ????? “Absolutely spellbinding… five stars almost seem too mundane for this incredibly riveting thriller.” Reader review, ????? “A great psychological thriller that has nail-biting suspense and is action-packed.” Reader review, ????? “Are you kidding me!? What a great book!!! I couldn’t put it down!” Reader review, ????? “Wow, what a great read… this series of books could be made into a Netflix series. Brilliant.” Reader review, ????? “Phenomenal… Margot is a brilliant leading character and her relationship with her father is enough to set your teeth on edge!” Reader review, ????? “I was hooked! I never wanted to put this book down! Trust me – if I didn't have to act as a functioning human, I would've devoured this book even quicker.” Reader review, ????? “If you like thrillers with strong female main characters, police work, and fast-paced mysteries, you need to read this series, like yesterday!” Reader review, ?????"

Kate Wiley (Author), Lauryn Allman (Narrator)

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The Safe House: A twisty and totally addictive crime thriller

"I stare down at the sunken patch of earth with awful dread. Caring hands take hold of the little girl, lifting her out of the dirt and debris, cradling her gently. A woman old enough to be her abuelita, one fist clutching a rosary, closes the child's eyes. Her tears wash runnels through the caked mud on her granddaughter's face as she gives her one final kiss. When an underground safe house collapses in Santa Carina Valley, California, FBI Agent Susan Parker is called to lead the investigation. Still reeling from her husband's murder and struggling to rebuild her life as a single mom to her young daughter, Susan is now faced with her toughest case yet. As Susan digs deeper, she uncovers a chilling truth - this was no accident, but a cold-blooded mass murder. The trail leads to a mysterious figure known as 'The Saint,' a supposed savior with a twisted hatred and deadly agenda. With a ruthless killer targeting the vulnerable, can Susan unmask The Saint before more lives are lost? Or will she become the next casualty? A heart-stopping and propulsive thriller that will keep you furiously turning the pages, The Safe House is perfect for fans of Robert Dugoni, Lisa Regan and A.J. Rivers. Readers are loving the FBI Agent Susan Parker series: "The very epitome of page-turner with a chilling storyline that grips from the first and kept me guessing right up to the heart-racing denouement… STUNNER." Reader review, ?????????? "I devoured this book in 1 day! A suspenseful thriller with plenty of twists." Reader review, ?????????? "Captivating and nail-biting… literally gave me the chills… full of twist and turns… you are always left guessing… story was gripping and gut wrenching. Susan is an amazing protagonist! … I am hooked and can't wait for the next one! Must read!" Reader review, ?????????? "Consumed me, transporting me to a realm of pulse-pounding suspense that lingered long after I finished reading… be prepared to sleep with the lights on..." Reader review, ?????????? "Kept me guessing to the end." Reader review, ?????????? "Fast and intense." Reader review, ?????????? "I couldn't put it down… read this in one sitting... Highly recommended for anyone in search of a pulse-pounding read that will keep them up late into the night." Reader review, ????? "A pulse-pounding thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat… Fans of Robert Dugoni, Gregg Olsen, and Lisa Regan will be riveted by this electrifying novel that delivers twists, turns, and heart-stopping suspense at every corner." Reader review, ????? "Loved it! ... Great characters, a story full of twists, and a surprising ending." Reader review, ????? "I was on the edge of my seat… I even held my breath at one point. There is a ton of mystery, suspense and action. It was a thrilling roller coaster ride." Reader review, ????? "I couldn't put it down and read during every free second I could spare... Wow! I loved this!" Reader review, ????? "I loved this book and the twists were fabulous and unpredictable." Reader review, ????? "Oh wow! This was a page-turner! The twists and secrets we uncover in this book had me constantly turning the page!" Reader review, ????? "An excellent who-dun-it murder mystery!!... kept me entertained and on my toes the whole time. great ending!!!" Reader review, ????? "Wow!! I think this might be the most terrifying and delicious serial murder story I have read." WendiReviews, ????? "Suspenseful amazing gripping and twisty…a page turner." Reader review, ?????"

Sam Baron (Author), Lauryn Allman (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Lauryn Allman