“With twists and turns set against an LA skyline, Pip Drysdale shows that she is the undisputed queen of the sexy-cool thriller.”—Hayley Scrivenor, bestselling author of Dirt Creek

“Suspenseful and humorous, starring an irresistible underdog heroine, The Close-Up evokes the work of Ruth Ware or Lisa Jewell. Fun and propulsive.”—Daniel Kalla, internationally best-selling author High Society

“Gripping, sultry, and ultimately shocking, The Close-Up will bathe you in magic-hour light before it haunts your dreams. Excuse me while I check my door locks.”—Ashley Kalagian Blunt, bestselling author of Dark Mode

“An absolutely breathless ride from beginning to end. A twisty thriller with a total bombshell ending!”—Petronella McGovern, author of The Last Trace

“A writer living on the edge, a sexy movie star and a stalker on the prowl. Pip Drysdale delivers with heart-hammering twists, relentless suspense, and a conclusion that everyone will be talking about. I dare you to put this book down.”—Loraine Peck, author of Second Son and The Double Bind

“A ripping tale about the fear of failure, the irresistible promise of making it big, and the glitz and grit of L.A. I completely devoured this dark, sexy, and addictive thriller!”—Dinuka McKenzie, bestselling author of Tipping Point