Vikki Patis is an Amazon bestselling author known for her psychological suspense novels. Her work "Return to Blackwater House," published by Hodder & Stoughton in March 2022, became a bestseller, and her upcoming gothic thriller "Watch Us Burn" is set for release in August 2024. Under the pen name Victoria Hawthorne, she also writes historical fiction, with her debut novel in the genre, "The House at Helygen," published by Quercus in April 2022. Her next historical suspense novel, "The Darkest Night," is scheduled for publication in April 2024.
Patis is represented by Emily Glenister at DHH Literary Agency and has established herself across multiple genres, blending psychological tension with gothic and historical elements. Her writing often explores dark, atmospheric themes, appealing to fans of suspense and horror. Beyond her literary career, she resides in Scotland with her wife, two golden retrievers, and a cat.