Description
Girl A is the debut novel by Abigail Dean, a gripping psychological thriller that delves into the complexities of trauma, family bonds, and the quest for redemption. The story follows Lex Gracie, known to the world as “Girl A,” the child who escaped her family’s House of Horrors. After her mother’s death in prison, Lex is forced to confront her past and reunite with her siblings to decide the fate of their childhood home. As they grapple with their shared history, secrets unravel, and Lex must come to terms with the events that shaped their lives. Girl A has been lauded as a standout debut, with The Sunday Times calling it “the year’s best debut” and The Independent naming it “the best crime novel of the year.” It was longlisted for the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year and has been recognized as a bestseller in both the UK and the US.