The Goldens

A Novel

De: Lauren Wilson

Narrado por: Cassandra Harwood

A delicious, intoxicating debut thriller about a young woman who is swept into a glamorous world of fascinating influencers, glittering parties—and possibly murder.

Chloe has always dreamed of becoming a bestselling writer. Then she meets Clara Holland, a prominent influencer, socialite, and model. Clara is enigmatic, dazzling, gorgeous. And at last, ordinary Chloe has something to write about.

Bonding instantly, Chloe moves into Clara’s grand family estate. They spend long afternoons together, writing Clara’s memoir, polishing social media posts, and planning sumptuous, decadent parties: fairy lights in the orangery, themed cocktails, sequined backdrops, roaring bonfires. But as Clara opens her home to more girls who want to live like her and inspire one another, the media calls them a cult.

As life becomes more claustrophobic, Chloe begins to hear unsettling rumors about Clara. When a girl goes missing after a spectacular New Year’s Eve party, the rumors take on a sinister new meaning. If she can’t escape Clara’s influence, everything Chloe holds dear may be in danger.

Dark, gut-wrenching, and simmering with danger and atmosphere, The Goldens is about to be your newest obsession.

A Macmillan Audio production from Pine & Cedar Books.

©2025 Lauren Wilson (P)2025 Macmillan Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

“One of the best debuts I’ve ever read–The Goldens is the influencer-starts-a-murder-cult story I never knew I needed. Dark, seductive and ruthlessly compelling, this is a cuttingly deep exploration of tender girlhood and toxic obsession . . . but I would still follow Clara Holland to the ends of the earth. Nobody is ready for this book.”—Laura Steven, award-winning author of Our Infinite Fates

“An unputdownable book fueled by ride or die, toxic friendships and an irresistibly coquettish cult led by a social media influencer. The Goldens is feverish, sultry and tense–trust me, it’s unlike anything you’ve ever read.”—Lucy Rose, author of The Lamb

“Lauren Wilson has delivered a sparkling debut—hidden inside this glittery party favor is a razor blade.”—Hayley Scrivenor, #1 internationally bestselling author of Girl Falling

Must read of 2025!

I could not out this audio down!! This was a wild ride, honestly when I started it I wasn’t really sure what the book would be about. I just knew I liked the cover and it sounded interesting. After finishing it, interesting is not a strong enough word! This was a crazy ride, somehow I feel like it had a great conclusion but I also need more. Highly recommend it is such a mind turning dive into a girl’s want for connection and the danger it leads to for those around her.