Publication Date: February 17, 2026
Unassuming neighbors may not be what they seem in this twisty, spine—tingling thriller from the internationally bestselling author of The Couple at No. 9 and The Girls Who Disappeared.
They seem like the perfect couple. But what are they hiding?
When Lena overhears a conversation between her next—door—neighbors she thinks she must have misheard.
The Morgans are a kind, retired couple who recently moved to their sleepy suburban street in Bristol where nothing ever happens. But to Lena it sounded very much like they were planning a crime.
Her family and friends tell her she must be mistaken. Yet Lena can’t stop thinking about that strange conversation. What if they really are about to do something terrible?
What if she can prevent it?
Especially when doing something might help ease her conscience about her own dark past . . .
Henry and Marielle Morgan move into the house next door to Lena, brimming with excitement about the area.
However, overheard conversations cast doubts about the couple, especially as Lena experiences strange occurrences. Author Claire Douglas weaves a tale of suspense with The New Neighbors.
While there is a fascinating backstory that unfolds regarding Henry and Marielle, Lena’s angst with her estranged husband, along with her efforts to help a client find his missing sister, are more of a distraction.
It’s not until later in the story that Lena’s past becomes more relevant. The author adds some interesting twists to bring the story together with an unexpected conclusion.
The New Neighbors weaves a story tied to secrets from the past.
Claire Douglas is the Sunday Times number-one bestselling author of eleven stand-alone novels, including The Sisters, Local Girl Missing, Last Seen Alive, Do Not Disturb, Then She Vanishes, Just Like The Other Girls, The Couple at No. 9, The Girls Who Disappeared, The Woman Who Lied, and The Wrong Sister. Her books have sold over two million copies in the UK and have been published worldwide.
