Minnie's Fiction Addiction

👀 First impressions:
Helen Fields is one of those crime authors who knows exactly how to get under your skin, and Watching You proves it. Set in Scotland, this psychological thriller wastes no time pulling you into a chilling game of obsession, control, and fear.

The story centres on a woman who realises she’s being watched, every move tracked, every secret known. Fields expertly builds a sense of claustrophobia and unease as the lines between victim, stalker, and bystander begin to blur. As always, her storytelling is cinematic, visceral, and full of momentum.

✅ What I Liked:
Fields has a real gift for atmosphere. The Scottish setting, dark, moody, rain-soaked, adds to the creeping tension that runs through every chapter. Her pacing is tight, the dialogue sharp, and her character work complex enough that you’re constantly second-guessing who you can trust.

I loved how she wove multiple perspectives together, giving the reader insight into both the hunted and the hunter. The result is unsettling and addictive, you’ll keep saying “just one more chapter” until you’ve turned the last page.

❎ What I didn’t Like:
While the tension is expertly sustained, some of the twists rely on convenience rather than true surprise. A few characters’ motivations feel slightly underdeveloped compared to her usual high standard in the Perfect series. But these are minor quibbles in an otherwise gripping story.

📚 Why You Should Read This Book:
If you enjoy thrillers that keep you guessing, Watching You is a must. It’s darker and more psychological than procedural, perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn or Lisa Jewell. Fields explores obsession and vulnerability with a deft hand, reminding us that the scariest monsters are often the ones hiding in plain sight.

💭 Final Thoughts:
Watching You delivers exactly what you want from a Helen Fields thriller, intensity, atmosphere, and an ending that leaves you thinking long after you’ve finished. It’s unsettling in all the right ways, a reminder of how easily safety can become illusion.

🛍️ Where to buy
To buy your own copy click HERE or HERE

Final Rating ★★★★ – A tense, twisty psychological thriller that keeps you watching your own shadows.