Lesley Kara Standalone Novels books in order

Lesley Kara's standalone psychological thrillers include The Rumor (2019), Who Did You Tell? (2020), The Dare (2021), and three more novels published through 2026.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Rumor 2019 Lesley Kara Buy
2 Who Did You Tell? 2020 Lesley Kara Buy
3 The Dare 2021 Lesley Kara Buy
4 The Apartment Upstairs 2022 Lesley Kara Buy
5 The Other Tenant 2024 Lesley Kara Buy
6 Troublemaker 2026 Lesley Kara N/A

Lesley Kara’s standalone novels are psychological thrillers set in British communities where secrets have serious consequences. Her debut, The Rumor (2019), was a breakout hit, and she has maintained a steady publishing pace since, with a new book every year or two.

Each novel features a different protagonist and setting but shares the same DNA: ordinary lives disrupted by hidden truths. Titles like Who Did You Tell? and The Other Tenant explore addiction, surveillance, and the fear that the people around you are not who they seem.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Lesley Kara Standalone Novels series?

There are six books in the Lesley Kara Standalone Novels series, published between 2019 and 2026.

What is the first book in the Lesley Kara Standalone Novels series?

The first book in the Lesley Kara Standalone Novels series is The Rumor, published in 2019.

Which Lesley Kara book should I read first?

The Rumor (2019) is the best place to start. It was Kara’s debut and became a word-of-mouth bestseller, and it gives a clear sense of her style. After that, The Dare (2021) and The Apartment Upstairs (2022) are strong follow-ups.

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