What Happened that Night by Nicci French
Nicci French: What Happened that Night is a psychological thriller about Tyler Green, newly released after nearly 30 years in prison for his university friend Leo Bauer’s murder. When a friend is found dead during a reunion with the old group, Detective Maud O’Connor investigates as Tyler seeks answers and risks losing his freedom again.
At a glance
- Follows Tyler Green after his release from prison and his return to the group of friends connected to Leo Bauer’s death.
- A new death brings Detective Maud O’Connor into the investigation.
- Customer feedback praises the twists, plot, ending and character development, especially Maud O’Connor.
Reference price: $34.99
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The reunion, past murder and new death provide a clear mystery-driven premise.
- Maud O’Connor’s involvement gives the investigation a second perspective alongside Tyler’s search for answers.
- Listed as a 448-page English-language edition.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Export/Airside |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Print length | 448 pages |
| Publisher | Simon & Schuster UK |
| Publication date | 13 January 2026 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1398524194 |
| Weight listed | 200 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15.3 x 2.7 x 23.4 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers after a psychological thriller built around an old death, a reunion and a new investigation.
- Fans of Detective Maud O’Connor and the Freida Klein series seeking another book by the same author.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a standalone light read rather than a suspense story involving murder and imprisonment.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
67% 67% - 4 stars
26% 26% - 3 stars
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Customer feedback describes the story as engaging, with twists, a riveting plot and a surprising ending. Readers also praise the character development, particularly Maud O’Connor. That feedback may appeal to buyers who want both suspense and a developed detective character, though it reflects reported reader opinion rather than a guarantee of the experience. The aggregate ratings are largely in the top two star categories, but do not explain individual readers’ reasons.
Positive themes
- Customers highlight the engaging story, twists and surprising ending.
- Maud O’Connor’s character development is specifically praised.
Frequently asked questions
What is What Happened that Night about?
Tyler Green is released after nearly 30 years in prison for the murder of his university friend Leo Bauer. A death at a reunion prompts Detective Maud O’Connor to investigate while Tyler searches for answers.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 448 pages.
Is this a Maud O’Connor story?
The plot description says Detective Maud O’Connor investigates the new death. It does not specify how much of the story is told from her perspective.
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