A seemingly simple airport pickup turns into a life-altering experience for Tess Porter when a snowy night leads to a devastating accident. Awakening in the hospital with injuries and memory loss, she faces eerie behavior from her parents and the absence of her boyfriend and best friend. As Tess navigates her physical recovery, she grapples with unsettling questions about her past and the possibility that some memories might be better left forgotten. The story delves into themes of trauma, memory, and the complexities of relationships.
Think you know your neighbors? Think again. When actress Allison Langley leaves her former rockstar husband in the middle of the night, her sudden departure becomes the talk of upmarket Oak Hill. But the relentless gossip comes to an abrupt halt when five-year-old Billy Barnes disappears on his walk home from kindergarten. Is there a predator lurking in the leafy suburb? Weeks later, three-year-old Amy-Pat Davies vanishes from her backyard. In addition to sharing a zip code, the missing children have another thing in common - their babysitter, Cassidy McLean, who has a secret of her own. Perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty, Adele Parks and Sally Hepworth. 'I couldn't put this down' Catherine McKenzie 'Reading this book made me feel like I lived in Oak Hill, and I refused to leave until every secret was uncovered' Samantha Downing 'Super-relatable characters and nearly unbearable suspense' Sarah Warburton 'A riveting mystery that epitomises every parent's greatest fear' Rebecca Taylor 'A brilliant snapshot of the cracks in modern, seemingly privileged American suburbia' Nina Monroe 'Filled with juicy secrets and delicious twists' L. Alison Heller
Exploring suburban life, the narrative delves into themes of marriage, motherhood, and social status, all framed through a humorous lens. The author shares personal anecdotes and reflections on the challenges and absurdities of life in New Jersey, providing a candid look at the motivations behind leaving it all behind. Joel Stein's sharp observations and wit make for an engaging commentary on contemporary suburban experiences.
An unflinching examination of motherhood and the dark side of domesticity set against a suburban backdrop that's anything but blissful. This twisty tale invites readers to a slow motion unravelling that culminates in a devastating finale! Who was I? What had I become? Breathe, I commanded. You're doing this for your family. When Laurel and Rob West move into their new home in New Jersey, it seems too good to be true. But Laurel can't shake off her old feelings of anxiety. The neighbour who pays far too much attention to the Wests' two young children . . . Rob watching her every miss step . . . and there's something people aren't telling her about this house . . . I promised myself I wouldn't go to that neighborhood again. Not that street. Not so soon. But I couldn't help it. They made it too easy. Corey Sutton is trying to outrun her past. Recently divorced and reeling from a devastating loss, she moves into her widowed mother's retirement condo in Florida. Everyone says she just needs some time to recover and rebuild . . . but is Corey beyond saving? She wants answers. And there's very little she won't do to get them. Though Laurel and Corey have never met, the women have something in common, and if they're not careful, it may just destroy them both . . .
