The Wasp Trap by Mark Edwards

From the multi-million copy bestselling author of Here to Stay and The Magpies comes The Wasp Trap, described as the most gripping thriller of 2026. This paperback mystery plunges readers into a tense reunion where long-held secrets and past deceptions threaten to surface during a seemingly innocent dinner party.

Key Features & Highlights

• A gripping mystery centered around six friends, one dinner, and an inescapable secret.
• From Mark Edwards, the 5 million copy bestselling author of The Magpies and Here to Stay.
• Recognized as a THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER and WATERSTONES THRILLER OF THE MONTH.
• Praised by fellow authors, including Lisa Jewell, Alex Michaelides, and Ruth Ware, for its twists and plotting.
• New store stock available in English language.

Specifications

• Author: Mark Edwards
• Binding: paperback
• Publisher: Penguin
• Publication Date: 29 Jan. 2026
• Language: English
• Print Length: 416 pages
• ISBN-10: 1405971487
• ISBN-13: 978-1405971485
• Dimensions: 129 x 29 x 197mm
• Weight: 292 g

If you enjoy sharp, fast-paced narratives packed with inventive twists, secure your copy of The Wasp Trap today and uncover the secrets waiting at the dinner table.