Samantha Downing is an internationally bestselling author renowned for her razor-sharp psychological thrillers. She burst onto the literary scene with her breakout debut, *My Lovely Wife*, which instantly captivated readers and critics alike, earning nominations for the Edgar, ITW, and Macavity awards. Downing’s twisted, addictive narratives have become her trademark, keeping readers breathless and eagerly turning pages. Her novels, which skillfully blend dark humor with chilling suspense, have been published in more than 30 languages and topped bestseller lists around the world. Downing’s unique talent for unraveling the sinister side of suburbia has earned her acclaim from The New York Times, USA Today, and The Sunday Times, among others. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, Samantha now lives in New Orleans, where she finds inspiration in the city’s vibrant atmosphere and mysterious charm. Whether crafting diabolical power couples or uncovering secrets in seemingly ordinary lives, Samantha Downing invites readers into a world where nothing—and no one—is ever quite what it seems.