In the glittering world of London's super-prime real estate, ambition can be fatal. Lexi Harper has built her career selling dream homes to the world’s elite. But when she stumbles upon a dead client in a sprawling country mansion, she’s thrust into a dangerous web of secrets and lies. Targeted by a mysterious stalker, and struggling to get her career back on track, she is blindsided by an offer she can't refuse. It's a chance to cement her relationship with London’s most powerful developer, but at what cost? Lexi must decide how far she’s willing to go to stay on top. Her best friend Beth, caught up in a reckless scheme of her own, may be the only person she can trust—or the one who drags her down. As Detective Sergeant Jo Boden investigates, Lexi faces a stark reality: play the game or become the next victim. Twisting, tense, and impossible to put down, What It Takes is a gripping tale of friendship, betrayal, and the dark side of success. Readers love Susan Wilkins’ crime thrillers: ‘Well plotted and unflinchingly told.’ Sunday Express ‘Murder, corruption and a crafted plot make for a fine read.’ The Sun ‘This stylish, clever crime story never lets up… Blazingly brilliant.’ Sunday Mirror ‘Dark and gripping from first page to last, this is Susan Wilkins at her nail-biting best.’ Jessie Keane ‘I was engaged from the very first chapter… Brilliant.’ Goodreads reviewer, ★★★★★ I'm Susan Wilkins, a television writer turned novelist, and I write crime thrillers that dig deep into human psychology.How do ordinary people end up on the wrong side of the law? That's what I'm always asking. The characters are central to all my stories. The protagonists tend to be female, but not always, and I specialise in female detectives.I grew up in Essex, studied Law, but spent twenty-five years writing television drama. I have over 130 broadcast credits to my name, including Casualty and Holby City, Heartbeat, Coronation Street and Eastenders, Footballers' Wives, Dangerfield and Down to Earth, and I created the pioneering BBC detective drama South of the Border. This was the best education anyone could have in how to craft a gripping, page turning story. I've moved around a lot in my life, within the UK and abroad. But now I'm settled in Devon. I walk by the sea every day and drink too much coffee.If you'd like to find out more about my writing and keep in touch with my latest news, exclusive content and giveaways, visit susanwilkins.co.uk Follow me on Amazon to get news of new releases and special offers.You can also follow me on social media: facebook.com/susanwilkinsauthor twitter.com/susanwilkins32 instagram.com/susan_wilkins32 tiktok.com/@susanwilkinsbooks