How to Bury a Secret
The addictive psychological thriller readers are bingeing in one sitting
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Pub Date Mar 5 2026 | Archive Date Feb 12 2026
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Description
Revenge, buried secrets, and the devastating fallout of one teenage mistake unravel lives in this twisty psychological thriller, with dual timelines and short chapters.
“Once you start reading How to Bury a Secret, there is no putting it down.” — Readers’ Favorite
SHE DEDICATED HER CAREER TO EXPOSING FAKES. NOW SOMEONE IS EXPOSING HER.
Lily has it all.
A successful career at a fast-paced tech startup.
A man she plans to marry.
A coveted promotion within reach.
Until the video.
On the day Lily launches deepfake-detection software, she becomes the victim of one herself.
As her career and reputation begin to implode, Lily must uncover who is behind the fabricated video before they destroy everything she’s worked for.
But as Lily digs deeper, she realises her past may finally be catching up with her.
Seventeen years earlier, a devastating accusation and a sudden death changed everything. Lily buried the truth. But someone else knows what really happened, and they’ll stop at nothing to dig up the past.
Perfect for fans of The Housemaid, The Silent Patient, and Big Little Lies, How to Bury a Secret will leave you turning pages into the night.
Advance Praise
“WOW. I was NOT ready for the plot twist in this one — WHATSOEVER! 🤯😱 I finished this WHOLE book in one sitting!” — Goodreads reviewer
“I read this in one sitting and can’t believe it’s a debut. Ainsley Reid is officially an auto-read author for me.” — Goodreads reviewer
“It was a joy to binge-read.” — Goodreads reviewer
Marketing Plan
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• Launch-week ebook price promotion ($0.99)
• BookBub New Release for Less promotion scheduled for 10 March
• Goodreads ebook giveaway (100 copies) beginning 6 February
Planned Marketing & Promotion
• Launch-week ebook price promotion ($0.99)
• BookBub New Release for Less promotion scheduled for 10 March
• Goodreads ebook giveaway (100 copies) beginning 6 February
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9781067121419 |
| PRICE | $3.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 257 |
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Featured Reviews
ARCReviews b, Educator
This book WOW I was hooked. I had no idea where the story was headed, and I couldn’t stop reading. The suspense had me completely gripped, and the ending? Absolutely jaw-dropping!! I never saw it coming and it kept me guessing until the very last page.
It was a terrific read, and a whip-smart narrative. The story itself was very enjoyable and relatable for today’s topics and suspenseful. You won’t forget this book in a hurry this is a class above your usual psychological thriller!
Debbie B, Reviewer
SHE BUILDS SOFTWARE THAT EXPOSES DEEPFAKES. NOW SOMEONE IS EXPOSING HER.
Lily has it all.
A successful career at a fast-paced tech startup.
A man she plans to marry.
A coveted promotion within reach. Until the video!
Wow I wasn’t expecting this book! In the beginning I just was like eh idk about this book but then it just grabbed me! I read it in one sitting! It had gripping suspense, murder, mystery, gaslighting, and some shocking moments! I definitely recommend reading this book! Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!
Brit C, Reviewer
"Maybe we just.... keep showing up. Even if we get it wrong"
Sums up the book pretty well. The two main characters kept showing up even if they weren't always right. I couldn't put the book down!!!! I read it and then my jaw hit the floor when I noticed there was a part two! I was like hold up this is the OTHER SIDE!!! There are multiple perspectives and there's a little time hoping that happens but it's easy to follow! You can't help but like the characters they are very relatable. The issues that they have and the way they handle it makes sense. It keeps you hanging on and wanting more with each page!!
I was able to put some of the mystery together. However, there is enough to be left to question that it's a teetertotter it could be this one or that person!!
If you like Frieda McFadden books this book would be right up your alley. 228 pages so it's a quick read.
EXCELLENT book and excellent writing. I can't wait to read another book by Ainsley Reid!
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