Looking for a mini-series with a mix of love, drama and suspense? Behind Her Eyes is your answer.
Netflix
Released on the Netflix platform in 2021, the drama Behind Her Eyes is an adaptation of the psychological thriller novel written by Sarah Pinborough . The novel was published January 23, 2017 and was adapted into six episodes of a mini-series.
The plot focuses on the lives of Louise (Simona Brown), a single mother, her boss David (Tom Bateman) and his wife, Adele (Eve Hewson).
Louise Barnsley, single mother to Adam, works a draining job as a secretary. One of those nights where Louise was quite stressed with the demands of her job, she unexpectedly met David, a fine and witty man. The conversation instantly clicked between them.
After a long-night talking of all and nothing, as they depart, David suddenly gives Louise a kiss. Later she realizes that David is her new boss and he is married. Pressured by guilt, David confesses to Louise that despite the fact that he's engaged, he still has feelings for her.
Pushed by her desire, Louise then starts an affair with David. What she wasn't expecting is that Adele, David's wife, will be interested in becoming her friend. Conflicted by the situation that she's in, with time Louise will come to discover the dark secret behind the marital relationship of David and Adele.
This series will take you on a roller-coaster of mysteries like when you are projected in Adele and David's past and get to discover the reason behind their slowly breaking marriage.
Behind Her Eyes is a mind bending, ominous and captivating must watch.