Samantha Downing is an American author of thriller novels.

Career

Downing was born in

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and has spent time in

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. She is currently based in the

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. Downing was a hobbyist writer until a friend sent a copy of Downing's manuscript of ''My Lovely Wife'', a psychological thriller, to a literary editor. Following the book's release and success,

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acquired its film rights, in partnership with

Nicole Kidman Nicole Mary Kidman (born 20 June 1967) is an Australian and American actress and producer. Known for Nicole Kidman on screen and stage, her work in film and television productions across many genres, she has consistently ranked among the world ...

's production company,

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. Downing's second book, ''He Started It'', was released in 2020 and quickly became an international bestseller. Her third book, ''For Your Own Good'', published in the U.S. on July 20, 2021, became an instant hit on the USA Today bestseller list. On July 18, 2023, ''A Twisted Love Story'', was released in the United States. According to ''The Nerd Daily'', it is "a daring and delightful thriller about a young couple that gives a whole new meaning to the dangers of modern dating".

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Downing, Samantha Living people 21st-century American women writers 21st-century American novelists American thriller writers American women novelists Novelists from California Year of birth missing (living people)