Books like Watching you by Lisa Jewell
Back home after four years abroad, she moves back in with her brother and brings her new husband along. Seeking her own space, she meets the striking head teacher of the local school—twice her age and undeniably attractive. What starts as a harmless crush turns into an all‑consuming obsession, and she soon realizes that her fixation has dangerous consequences—and that someone else is keeping a keen eye on her.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Thriller/Psychological Thriller
Authors: Lisa Jewell
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