Sarah Easter Collins grew up in Kent and studied at Exeter University before moving to Botswana, and later Thailand and Malawi. She now lives on Exmoor with her husband, son and two dogs. She is a graduate of the Curtis Brown creative novel-writing course and holds a diploma in creative writing from Oxford University. When not writing, she works as an artist. Things Don't Break on Their Own is her first novel.
A captivating, haunting, and twisty story that explores the nature of loss and trauma, and the tricks that our memories play on us. A terrific debut from a promising talent * Karin Slaughter, New York Times and #1 International Bestselling author * I couldn't stop reading ... An enthralling mystery about the enduring love between sisters and the power of female friendship ... Unmissable * Emilia Hart, author of WEYWARD * Cleverly crafted and deeply moving, this beautiful book is a genuine page-turner. It was original, it was gripping, it was shocking, and I loved it * Alice Feeney, New York Times bestselling author of ROCK PAPER SCISSORS * So so so good. A bruising, brilliant and beautiful mystery. An elegant, twisting story of loss and longing, of the ache of the unknown and the drowning weight of past trauma. A very special debut * Chris Whitaker, New York Times bestselling author of WE BEGIN AT THE END * Family secrets, female friendships and a finely crafted plot ... A compelling read * Claire Fuller, author of UNSETTLED GROUND * A poignant, engrossing novel filled with characters I can't stop thinking about. Not just an absorbing mystery, but a heartfelt exploration of memory and family. I enjoyed it so much I didn't want it to end! * Amy Tintera, author of LISTEN FOR THE LIE * Everyone will be amazed at this stunning debut. A book that captivates heart and mind, it is powerful, thought-provoking, terrifying and exquisitely written. I loved every page. * Hazel Prior, author of AWAY WITH THE PENGUINS * A beautifully-wrought story of shattered lives and the bond of true love that mends them. About light and dark; love and not hate, but something more damaging: fear. Exquisite, poetic, intricate and page-turning. Sarah is a ferocious new talent. Simply stunning' * Veronica Henry, author of The Secret Beach * An extraordinary novel about memory, lost love, and long-buried secrets * Exmoor Magazine * A cataclysmic cycle of events with a stunning resolution… A gripping book about families, loyalty, lies, and love that is at once heartwarming and horrifying * Booklist, Starred Review *