Judith O'Reilly

Judith O'Reilly is a British author, journalist, and former BBC political producer. Her novel Curse the Day is part of her Northern Spy series, blending espionage thriller conventions with sharp wit and a distinctive northern English setting. O'Reilly's writing combines fast-paced plotting with dark humour and strong characters, creating spy fiction that feels both entertaining and grounded in contemporary reality. Before turning to fiction, she wrote the bestselling memoir Wife in the North about relocating from London to Northumberland. Available as an audiobook and in print, Curse the Day appeals to readers and listeners who enjoy intelligent, witty spy thrillers with compelling female protagonists.