One Down

A twisty unputdownable thriller from Diana Wilkinson, author of the Number One bestseller The Girl in Seat 2A

I’m not being paranoid. It’s all there in the crossword clues…in black and white. There’s no doubt the threat is real. Today, the answers spell out my murder.

Is Nathan, my estranged crossword-setter husband, really planning to kill me? Or is it someone closer to home?

I check the door is bolted, slither to the ground, and count down the seconds to noon. There’s nothing left to do, and no one I can call. Who’d believe me anyway? The lady on the ground floor has already left the building, and my new boyfriend is on holiday. Or is he?

A tread of footsteps. A rap at the door, and I close my eyes, hold my breath...

A smart and unsettling psychological thriller, perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Shari Lapena and Claire Douglas

'A fast paced, edge of the seat thriller that's extremely well executed. I was gripped from the very first page!' L H Stacey

'A beautifully written thriller where even the clues are out to get you!' Gemma Rogers

'Wilkinson delivers with this gripping and original thriller' Keri Beevis

'...this didn't disappoint. Clues upon clues upon clues kept me glued to the story. What a very clever book … not a read for the faint-hearted!' Valerie Keogh

'With a unique plot and superb writing, Ms Wilkinson has nailed this one! I'd give it 10 stars if I could.' J A Baker

See what real readers are saying about Diana’s books:

‘I read this book in less than 24 hours - I was gripped! ’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reader review

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‘A brilliant read, with plenty of teasers to keep you guessing & turning the pages. I would recommend… pure, unadulterated escapism.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reader review

‘…excellent from start to finish and a good ending. A real thriller.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reader review

‘Wow!! ... kept me guessing every page, thoroughly enjoyed every chapter. Great read, well written and did everything it promised!! ’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reader review

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‘OMG couldn’t put it down… I spent a sleepless night reading this book because I needed to know who the murderer was… Brilliant absolutely recommend.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reader review

‘a thriller truly like no other, Wilkinson’s daring style and flare … are on show again. A superb read! ’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reader review

‘I couldn't put this book down once I started! A must read for anybody who loves a good thriller! ’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reader review

‘I was reeled in straight away! … Very clever misdirection and extremely well executed. Highly recommended.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reader review

‘Absolutely brilliant! Gripped from page one.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reader review

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‘Absolutely gripping!! I had to read it within 24 hours!! ... a lot of shocking character developments. Great book.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reader review