J.A. Baker

J.A. Baker is a successful author of mystery, suspense, and thriller novels. She was born and raised in the North East of England, where she developed a love for languages, genealogy, and local history at a young age. As she grew older, her interest in psychological thrillers became more pronounced, shaping the genre of her own written work.\n \nBaker's debut novel, "Undercurrent," was published in 2017, and by 2020, she had written a total of nine successful titles. She is known for her thrilling and unique ways of killing off her fictional characters, which has kept readers on the edge of their seats. When she is not writing, Baker can be found tending to her plants in the back garden, spending time with her adult children, husband, dog, and grandchild in their small village in Darlington, United Kingdom, or enjoying chocolate cake at the local coffee shop.

In addition to her writing, Baker has a love for reading many genres of books, with psychological thrillers being her favorite. She has been twice longlisted for The Guardian's Not the Booker Prize, showcasing her talent and recognition in the literary world. Baker also enjoys spending time with her young grandchildren and taking care of her naughty Border Collie, Theo. Her latest book, "The Perfect Parents," is due for release in February 2024. Baker welcomes hearing from her readers and can be followed on social media for updates on her and her work.
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Undercurrent / The Girl In The Water 2017
2 Her Dark Retreat / The Retreat 2017
3 The Other Mother 2017
4 Finding Eva / The Toxic Friend 2018
5 The Uninvited / The Intruder 2018
6 The Cleansing / The Stranger 2019
7 The Woman at Number 19 2019
8 The Girl I Used to Be / The Quiet One 2020
9 In the Dying Minutes 2020
10 Looking For Leo 2021
11 The Face of Clara Morgan 2021
12 The Midnight Child 2021
13 Here Lies Alice 2022
14 Local Girl Missing 2022
15 The Last Wife 2023
16 The Woman in the Woods 2023