THE HIDEAWAY

THE TRIP OF A LIFTIME?

When five strangers are chosen for an all-expenses-paid stay an exclusive retreat, they leap at the chance to rest and get away from it all amidst the lush Costa Rican rainforest.

OR THE HOLIDAY FROM HELL?

Their famous host is nowhere to be seen when they arrive. Confused, but eager to immerse themselves in this once-in-a-lifetime experience, they head into the wilderness in search of a rejuvenating waterfall – but when calamity strikes, panic sets in and they are plunged into a battle for survival.

Lost under the dense canopies with darkness closing in, they soon realise they cannot trust the beauty of their surroundings – or each other . . .

The Hideaway by Nikki Allen is a pulse-pounding, twisty destination thriller, perfect for fans of Nine Perfect Strangers and The White Lotus as well as readers of Lucy Clarke.

*****

Praise for The Hideaway:

'I gobbled this up in two days and can still hear the hum of insects and feel the heat of a tropical summer on my skin. An absolute must-read for your summer - Nikki Allen is one to watch!' – Sarah Goodwin

'Dangers and secrets lurk in the shadows in this unputdownable destination thriller set in lush Costa Rican rainforest. An immersive, escapist tale of a tropical paradise that turns into a nightmare' – Alison Reynolds

'Suspenseful and immersive with a propulsive plot and a constant underlying vein of menace - this destination thriller is as compelling as it is a stark commentary of influencer culture' – 5-star reader review

'A gripping thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish with a great plot filled with unexpected twists and turns' – 5-star reader review

About my debut…

Pan Macmillan scooped a two-book deal for my thriller The Hideaway.

Editor Raphaella Demetris acquired world English language rights from Kate Burke at Blake Friedmann Literary Agency. The Hideaway will be published in July 2025 with a second thriller following in 2026.

Demetris said: "The Hideaway gripped me from the first page with its dynamic tone, riveting premise and the masterfully painted portrayal of an unexpectedly daunting and claustrophobic rainforest setting. Nikki skilfully tackles weighty themes with grace and nuance, transcending the genre’s boundaries while maintaining an engaging and fast-paced narrative. I am absolutely delighted to be publishing this exhilarating debut."

Stay in touch with me and hear news about my upcoming books, by emailing nikkiallen.author@gmail.com.