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Save:Georgia Ford discovers a shocking secret about her fiancé just a week before their wedding, prompting her to seek solace at her family's vineyard in Sonoma. However, upon her return, she realizes that her family members are also harboring secrets and facing their own challenges. As Georgia navigates through the turmoil within her family, she is forced to confront her own feelings and make decisions that will shape her future.
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Save:'The Roanoke Girls' by Amy Engel is a disturbing thriller that delves into taboo subjects like incest, sexual violence, and family dysfunction. The story follows Lane Roanoke as she returns to her family home in Kansas, uncovering dark family secrets and trying to find her missing cousin, Allegra. The narrative alternates between past and present timelines, creating a suspenseful and engaging read that keeps readers hooked until the very end. Amy Engel's writing style is described as captivating, with well-developed characters and a skillful weaving of multiple timelines to reveal the sinister truths of the Roanoke family.
The second time I saw Roanoke was a month after my mother committed suicide. She hanged herself from her bedroom doorknob while I was at school. Made a noose of her bathrobe sash and knelt in supplica... - #3
Save:'Blood Secrets' by Craig Jones is a gripping tale that delves into the lives of Irene and Frank, college sweethearts who marry and have a daughter named Regina. The story unravels hidden depths within their relationships, revealing shocking secrets that challenge assumptions and lead to a devastating denouement. The plot is described as a twisted love story that keeps readers bewitched with its compelling narrative and unpredictable twists and turns.
You never think this kind of thing really happens to people who’ve been to college. A strange consideration perhaps, but after the murder this was one of the first thoughts to strike me. And all throu... - #4
Save:"The Stranger" by Harlan Coben revolves around a mysterious stranger who reveals secrets to people, causing chaos and unraveling lives. The main character, Adam Price, is confronted with a secret about his wife, leading to her disappearance and a frantic search for the truth. As the story unfolds, dark secrets are exposed, family dynamics are tested, and unexpected twists and turns keep readers engaged until the end.
That was what Adam Price would tell himself later, but that was a lie. Adam somehow knew right away, right from the very first sentence, that the life he had known as a content suburban married father... - #5
Save:In "Fool Me Once" by Harlan Coben, readers are taken on a thrilling journey following Maya, a retired military helicopter pilot, as she navigates through the mysterious deaths of her husband and sister. With plenty of unexpected twists and turns, the story unfolds as Maya uncovers shocking secrets from her loved ones' pasts, leading her to question who she can trust and who is truly behind the murders. Coben's writing style keeps readers engaged with fast-paced action, intricate plot developments, and a compelling protagonist in Maya, who is determined to uncover the truth no matter the cost.
Maya wore black, as befitted a grieving widow. The sun pounded down with an unflagging fury that reminded her of her months in the desert. The family pastor spouted the clichés, but Maya wasn’t listen... - #6
Save:Set in post-WWI England, 'The Paying Guests' by Sarah Waters follows Frances Wrey and her widowed mother as they decide to take in lodgers for income. The married couple, Leonard and Lilian Barber, bring modernity and intrigue into the genteel household, leading to a curious relationship between Frances and Lilian. The story unfolds with shocking secrets, a murder, and a court case, creating a highly original and imaginative plot that delves into the complexities of relationships and societal norms in the 1920s.
The Barbers had said they would arrive by three. It was like waiting to begin a journey, Frances thought. She and her mother had spent the morning watching the clock, unable to relax. At half-past two... - #7
Save:The Marriage Lie by Kimberly Belle is a suspenseful mystery that follows Iris Griffith, a woman whose world is shattered when her husband, Will, dies in a plane crash on a flight he wasn't supposed to be on. As Iris unravels the truth behind her husband's lies and secrets, she embarks on a journey filled with twists and turns, leading her to question everything she thought she knew about her marriage. The book is praised for its fast-paced plot, shocking revelations, and well-developed characters, keeping readers engaged from start to finish.
I awaken when a hand winds around my waist, pulling me head to heel against skin heated from sleep. I sigh and settle into my husband’s familiar form, fitting my backside into his front, soaking in hi... - #8
Save:'Black Lies' by Alessandra Torre is a captivating story that revolves around Layana and her relationships with two men, Brant and Lee. The plot unfolds as secrets are revealed, leading to unexpected twists and turns that keep readers on edge. The writing style is described as suspenseful, with clever techniques used to maintain reader interest and create a sense of mystery surrounding the characters and their motivations.
Twenty-five candles. It was ridiculous that I was getting a birthday cake; the tradition should stop in the teenage years. Yet, here it was, carried by my mother’s reedy arms. Mother, the perfect imag... - #9
Save:"Cross Her Heart" by Sarah Pinborough delves into the lives of three main characters - Lisa, Ava, and Marilyn - each harboring shocking secrets with life-altering consequences. Lisa, a quiet and nervous single mother, is trying to protect her new identity while hiding her past. Ava, her teenage daughter, is keeping secrets of her own, including an older man she's falling for. Marilyn, Lisa's best friend, is living a private life of abuse and terror. As explosive media news threatens to expose Lisa's past, Ava mysteriously disappears, leading to a chain of events that unravel the facade of normalcy these women have been living in.
He reads the letter three times before it sinks in. She’s gone. They’re gone. He knows it’s true – he can feel the fresh emptiness in the house – but still he rushes through the rooms, pulling open ho... - #10
Save:'The Midwife's Confession' by Diane Chamberlain revolves around the suicide of a midwife named Noelle, which leaves her close friends Tara and Emerson puzzled. As they delve into Noelle's past, they uncover shocking secrets and lies that challenge their understanding of their friendship. The story is filled with twists and turns, alternating between different characters' perspectives and time periods, leading to a surprising and emotional conclusion.
Wilmington, North Carolina September 2010 She sat on the top step of the front porch of her Sunset Park bungalow, leaning against the post, her eyes on the full moon. She would miss all this. The nigh...
