Fans of BBC's hit reality show The Traitors have propelled former contestant Harriet Tyce to a new kind of fame: best-selling author status. The former barrister and crime writer has seen sales of her novels skyrocket following her dramatic banishment from the show.
From the Round Table to the Bestseller Lists
Harriet Tyce, who became a fan favourite on the latest series, was banished in the episode aired on Wednesday, 14 January 2026. However, her exit from the Scottish castle has translated into a major victory in the literary world. In the wake of her appearance, two of her psychological thrillers have shot up the Amazon Kindle Store charts.
Her novel The Lies You Told has experienced a particularly dramatic surge, currently ranking at an impressive number 26 in the worldwide Kindle best sellers list. Meanwhile, her earlier work, Blood Orange – a former Sunday Times Bestseller – is holding strong at number 63 on the same list.
Where to Find Harriet Tyce's Books
For readers keen to dive into Tyce's twisty narratives, there are several attractive options available right now. In a limited-time offer, the Kindle edition of The Lies You Told is free for Kindle Unlimited subscribers or just £0.99 to purchase. The audiobook version is also available for the same bargain price of 99 pence.
If you prefer a physical copy, paperback versions of the book are available for under £10, with hardbacks priced around £19.39. For her debut Blood Orange, the audiobook remains at £0.99, with the Kindle edition at £4.99. Paperback and hardback copies are also widely stocked.
Beyond Amazon, retailers like Waterstones stock her full collection, including a pre-order for her latest novel set for release next month. Specialist online bookseller Books2Door has also reported that physical copies are starting to sell out due to increased demand.
What Readers Are Saying
The public response to Tyce's work has been largely positive, with many new readers discovering her through the show. One five-star review for The Lies You Told praised its pace, saying it "kept you guessing right up till the end." Another reader, while noting they preferred Blood Orange, still found it a "good read with interesting characters" and looked forward to her next release.
This Traitors-fuelled book boom mirrors a wider trend of audiences seeking out work by their favourite reality TV personalities. It also highlights the continued popularity of the crime and thriller genre, with shows like The Traitors themselves tapping into similar themes of deception and suspense.
For viewers missing Harriet's presence in the castle, delving into one of her gripping novels might just be the perfect way to extend the intrigue.
