If you are a fan of juicy drama, buried secrets, and the perfect locked-room mystery, there is a brand new release that needs to be on your radar. The Getaway by New York Times bestselling author Kieran Scott officially drops on September 1, 2026, and it promises to be a fast-paced, modern whodunit set against the backdrop of a terrifying hurricane.
While I haven’t had the chance to read and review this one just yet, the premise was too explosive not to share. Here is everything you need to know about this highly anticipated domestic thriller.
Quick Info & Where to Buy
- Title: The Getaway
- Author: Kieran Scott
- Publication Date: September 1, 2026
- Publisher: Thomas & Mercer
- Genre: Domestic Thriller / Locked-Room Mystery
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What is The Getaway by Kieran Scott About??
For years, four couples have gathered at The Villa—billionaire Lincoln Foster’s Hamptons estate—for lavish weekends among friends. But this year, mysterious blue cards appear in each bedroom, exposing secrets: their host’s betrayals and the guest own dark deeds.
Everyone has something to hide. Marley and Marshall Foster. Suzy and Sean McTeague. Juliet and Josh Jacoby. Lincoln and his new wife, Hazel. Even uninvited guests hoping to be accepted among the elite.
With a hurricane bearing down, no one is getting out. When the revelations turn deadly, the trapped friends must confront what their lies have cost them—possibly their lives.
Why It’s On My Radar
Reviewers are already calling this an utterly engrossing thrill ride. Here are a few reasons why The Getaway caught my eye:
- The Tropes: A classic locked-room mystery combined with the “wealthy people behaving badly” trope. It is being heavily compared to The White Lotus and Big Little Lies.
- The Setting: A posh Hamptons estate trapped in the crosshairs of a massive hurricane creates the ultimate pressure-cooker environment.
- The Author: Kieran Scott is known for her character-driven stories and razor-sharp plots. She noted that this specific book was inspired by a recent divorce scare inside her own hometown friend group, which makes the exploration of these five millennial couples feel even more grounded and intense.
🎁 GIVEAWAY: Win a Copy of The Getaway!
Want to read it for yourself? I’ve partnered with the publisher to give away one free physical copy of The Getaway by Kieran Scott to a lucky reader!
How to Enter:
🎁 GIVEAWAY: Win a Copy of The Getaway!Giveaway Rules: Open to residents of the US and Canada only. One winner will be selected randomly and contacted for their shipping address. (Note: If the winner is located in Canada, an email address or phone number will also be required for the shipping customs slip).
About the Author
Kieran Scott is the author of more than fifty novels for children and teens, eight of which (written under the pen name Kate Brian) have been New York Times bestsellers. Her mystery novels for adults include Wish You Were Gone, Regrets Only, and People Will Talk. She lives in Northern New Jersey with her husband and two sons.
You can connect with her on Instagram and Threads (@kieranscottauthor) or visit her website at kieranscott.com.
Are you adding The Getaway to your TBR list? Let me know in the comments below if you love a good locked-room mystery!
For more thrillers that I recommend, check out my thrillers list.
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