Lisa Gardner, a #1 New York Times bestselling thriller novelist, began her career in food service, but after catching her hair on fire numerous times, she took the hint and focused on writing instead. A self-described research junkie, she has transformed her interest in police procedure and criminal minds into a streak of internationally acclaimed novels, published across 30 countries. Her novel, The Neighbor, won Best Hardcover Novel from the International Thriller Writers. She has also been honored for her work with animal rescue and at-risk children. An avid hiker, gardener and cribbage player, Lisa lives with her family in New England.

"Lisa Gardner is one of my all-time favorite authors and YOU'LL BE SORRY will make her one of yours. Filled with razor-sharp twists, fascinating and flawed characters, sly bits of humor and a whole lot of heart, this thriller will consume you from page one."--Sarah Pekkanen, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"Devastating and disturbing, YOU'LL BE SORRY explores the decades old mystery of a missing family. The stakes are high in this twisty, tortured search for the truth. I could not put this one down!"--Ashley Elston, #1 New York Times bestselling author of First Lie Wins

"A chilling, gripping thriller. Don't miss this one!"--Lisa Jewell, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"Evocative and addictive, You'll Be Sorry is a real page turner. I couldn't put it down!"--B. A. Paris, New York Times bestselling author of Behind Closed Doors

"Just when you think Lisa Gardner can't get any better--BAM--she delivers You'll Be Sorry. A heart-stopping, sleep-destroying, absolutely unputdownable masterclass in suspense. Packed with a vanished family, a couple with secrets, and a home with a haunting past--not to mention Gardner's signature wit and razor-sharp humor. This is Gardner at her most electrifying. Miss it, and you'll be sorry."--Alex Finlay, bestselling author of Parents Weekend

"Deep in the woods of New England, an entire family has disappeared without a trace, leaving behind their bloody footprints...and the mystery only intensifies from there. You'll Be Sorry is about a town's darkest secrets and the very real danger that ensues when its long-buried skeletons begin to resurface. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough!"--Ana Reyes, New York Times bestselling author of The House in the Pines

Publisher: Grand Central Publishing

Pub date: 2026-08-04

Length: 368 pages