In this episode of In My Good Books, Susie chats with Alison Stockham, author of the gripping psychological thriller Let Her Go. Together, they explore the fragile boundaries of friendship, trust, and betrayal and the real-life experience that inspired Alison’s latest novel.
Susie and Alison also discuss the craft of writing psychological thrillers - from creating characters with hidden motives to constructing scenes that change meaning on a second read. Alison shares her practical approach to plotting, using outlines and spreadsheets to balance tension, pacing, and emotional truth.
If you’ve ever lost a friend, questioned loyalty, or loved a twisty thriller with heart, this episode will stay with you.
Follow Alison online: https://www.instagram.com/astockhamauthor/
Buy Let Her Go: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/let-her-go-alison-stockham/1d8c15739ab645b1?ean=9781835615898&next=t
Books recommended in this episode:
59 Minutes by Holly Seddon: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/59-minutes-the-most-unmissable-and-heart-wrenching-what-would-you-do-thriller-of-2025-holly-seddon/570b893b4b9897e9?ean=9781398709492&next=t
The Sea Child by Linda Wilgus: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/the-sea-child-linda-wilgus/7877135?ean=9781398538252&next=t