Join our VIP Preview Party with Clare Mackintosh!
Celebrate the launch of It’s Not What You Think at this exclusive, limited-capacity event. Enjoy an evening of drinks, games and conversation with the queen of the plot twist.
- When: Thursday 26th February 2026, 6.30pm
- Where: Jaffé & Neale, Chipping Norton – one of only two bookshop tour stops for Clare in the UK
- The Perk: A signed, personalised copy of the new book is included with every ticket. Please note that the book will be available to collect from the shop or post out on publication date 26th March 2026.
- What else is included?: A drink and nibbles on arrival, as well as themed merchandise and goodies
Clare has promised plenty of surprises for our VIPs. Book your tickets now!
Clare says: “My schedule around publication is always so busy that I’m often dashing off from events as soon as the signing queue has finished, so I’m looking forward to having time to chat to readers properly at these special parties. Given my love of plot twists, I am of course planning a few surprises for our VIP guests…”
About ‘It’s Not What You Think’
He has a secret. She knows he’s lying…
YOU THINK YOU KNOW THE PEOPLE YOU LOVE Nadeeka is certain Jamie is having an affair. She knows the tell-tale signs. She’s been here before.
YOU THINK YOU KNOW WHO YOU CAN TRUST When Jamie claims to be at work late, she knows he’s lying. He’s with another woman, and she’s determined to catch him in the act.
YOU THINK YOU KNOW HOW THE STORY ENDS But when Nadeeka arrives home to confront him, Jamie can’t explain himself. The house has become a crime scene… Jamie is dead.
From the police force to the bestseller list, Clare Mackintosh has become one of the most recognisable names in crime writing. Her gripping thrillers have reached more than three million readers in 40 different languages. When she isn’t topping the charts, Clare loves connecting with her global community of readers at bookshops and literary festivals.
Terms & Conditions
- One ticket = one signed book (sent out on publication date of 26th March) and a place at the Preview Party
- Tickets include a SIGNED, personally dedicated copy of It’s Not What You Think (RRP £16.99 hardback), a drink and nibbles on arrival, plus themed merchandise
- Please bring your order confirmation with you, either printed or on your phone.
- Signed books will be available to collect from the shop or posted out on publication date of 26th March
