The Hidden Girls

Longlisted for the CWA Gold Dagger 2021, Rebecca Whitney's The Hidden Girls follows Ruth, a new mother recovering from postpartum psychosis, as she grapples with her perceptions and doubts after hearing a mysterious scream. Amidst her struggles with paranoia and isolation, Ruth’s instinct to help others clashes with her doubts about her own judgment and the skepticism of those around her. The novel delves into the dark and isolating realities of motherhood, raising questions about trust, perception, and the limits of aid in a tense, compelling narrative.