The Herd: the thought-provoking and unputdownable must-read book club novel of 2022

A STANDOUT BOOK CLUB NOVEL. Unputdownable and thought-provoking, THE HERD probes the fine line between individual choice and collective responsibility. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Liane Moriarty and THE SLAP.

‘Really beautifully written, compassionately told and incredibly thought provoking. A truly immersive telling of both sides of a story’ Susan Lewis, Sunday Times bestselling author of FORGIVE ME

Two best friends

Elizabeth and Bryony are polar opposites but their unexpected friendship has always worked. They’re the best of friends, and godmothers to each other’s daughters - because they trust that the safety of their children is both of their top priority.

One little secret

Little do they know that they differ radically over one very important issue. And when Bryony, afraid of being judged, tells what is supposed to be a harmless white lie before a child’s birthday party, the consequences are more catastrophic than either of them could ever have imagined.

Every parent’s worst nightmare …