Coming Home

Annabel Kantaria's 2025 thriller YOU LIED FIRST is available now!

An ordinary family. A devastating betrayal.

‘An utterly compelling story of loss and betrayal – I loved it’ – Judy Finnigan

Evie has been away from home long enough to bury the pain that shaped her childhood.

Now, with the sudden death of her father, she must return. Back to the same house. Back to the memories. Back to her mother.

At first, coming home feels unexpectedly comforting. But, as she goes through her father’s files, Evie uncovers a secret that opens old wounds and changes her life forever.

That’s only the beginning.

As Evie’s world starts to shatter around her, she realises that those she loves most are also those capable of the deepest betrayal.

A powerful, poignant novel, Coming Home is perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult and Liane Moriarty.

Praise for Annabel Kantaria

‘An utterly compelling story of loss and betrayal – I loved it’ – Judy Finnigan

'A gripping debut. You won’t be able to turn the pages quick enough.' – Bella magazine

‘Compelling … fans of Jodi Picoult and Liane Moriarty will enjoy this powerful new book’ – Candis

'[A] clever, tense thriller about a family falling apart' – Heat

About the author

Annabel Kantaria is a British journalist who now lives in Dubai with her husband and children. She has edited and contributed to women’s magazines and publications throughout the Middle East and returns regularly to the UK.