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Below The Deck

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Synopsis

'I couldn’t put it down’– T.J Emerson, bestselling author of The Last Mrs Sinclair

'A great summer pick'
– Amanda Reynolds, bestselling author of Close To Me

All aboard for one killer voyage.

On a sun-soaked voyage around enchanting French Polynesia, three rising stars, their CEO and their partners are living the dream: cocktails, coral reefs, and the promise of reward after a year of hard work.

But as the tight quarters of their luxury superyacht close in, tensions emerge - not just between the guests, but the jaded crew serving them. Soon, secrets surface, marriages crack, and danger stalks guests below the deck. And when a passenger is found dead, it's clear the glossy facade has shattered forever.

Because here on the high seas, everyone’s hiding something - and no one can escape what they've done . . .

Below Deck is the pulse-pounding destination thriller from Nikki Allen, perfect for fans of Ruth Ware and Lucy Clarke.


Praise for Nikki Allen:

'A brilliant, twisty thriller . . . I was gripped' – Peter James, author of the bestselling Roy Grace series

'The perfect destination thriller to lose yourself in this summer' – Natasha Boydell, bestselling author of The Fortune Teller

‘Nikki Allen is one to watch’ - Sarah Goodwin, bestselling author of The Yacht

'An accomplished white-knuckle ride from start to finish' – Kate Riordan, author of R&J bookclub pick The Heatwave

‘Perfect for fans of Lucy Foley. A destination thriller with something to say’ – Kingsley Pearson, prize-winning author of Flat 401

‘Exhilarating’ – Prima

Details

30 July 2026
368 pages
9781035072002
Imprint: Pan

Reviews

A voyage into paradise with a stormy and violent conclusion. A tense, atmospheric thriller packed with dark secrets, simmering desires and bitter grudges. Allen effortlessly blends her exotic setting and twisty storytelling with complex characterisation and pressing social issues. I couldn't put it down!T.J. Emerson, bestselling author of The Last Mrs Sinclair
This twisty thriller is a cleverly written journey into the dark reaches of deception and misogyny. It's a trip that you won't forgetChris Bridges, McDermid Debut Award shortlisted author of Sick to Death
Gripping. I couldn't wait to keep reading this. The combination of secrets, tension and a little bit of spice makes Below the Deck perfect for fans of Lucy Foley. A destination thriller with something to sayKingsley Pearson, prize-winning author of Flat 401
The summer is coming and this is the perfect read for poolside cocktails. Loved it!Rachel Wolf, author of Five Nights