The Psychology of Secrets: My Adventures with Murderers, Cults and Influencers

'Andrew Gold is the new Jon Ronson. Smart, funny, brave and deeply thoughtful, The Psychology of Secrets is an absolute must-read' – Will Storr, author of The Status Game

Cult leaders, murderers, psychopaths – and you. Take a deep dive into the bizarre psychology of secrecy with Andrew Gold, award-winning investigative journalist and host of Heretics.

The Secrets We All Keep

• 97 per cent of us are hiding a secret right now.
• On average, we each hold thirteen secrets at any one time.
• There’s a one-in-two chance those secrets involve a breach of trust, a lie, or a financial impropriety.

Secrets are the stuff of gossip, novels, and classic dramas. They form a major part of our hidden inner lives.

Andrew Gold's Journey into Secrecy

Andrew Gold knows secrets better than anyone. As a public figure, he has become the unwitting recipient of hundreds of strangers' most private revelations. This unique experience set him on a journey to explore the critical role secrets play in our societies and lives:

• Why do we keep secrets?
• Why are we fascinated by the secrets of others?
• What happens to our mind when we confess?

A Rollicking Journey Through the History of Secrecy

Drawing from psychology, history, social science, philosophy, and personal interviews, The Psychology of Secrets offers a fascinating exploration of secrecy and its impact on our lives.

'Andrew Gold is – but should not be – one of our culture’s best-kept secrets. He is a truly edgy journalist, broadcaster and writer' – David Baddiel, bestselling author of The God Desire