Keys to the Street, the (Airport)

Ruth Rendell writing as Barbara Vine delivers a masterclass in psychological suspense with The Keys to the Street. Set in London's Regent's Park, this atmospheric novel weaves together the lives of strangers—a homeless woman, a wealthy heiress, and a mysterious stranger—against the backdrop of a place both beautiful and menacing. Vine's trademark slow-burn tension and keen insight into human nature make this an utterly absorbing read. Perfect for readers who savour complex characters and psychological depth over straightforward thrills.