Published by Thomas & Mercer Genres: Fiction, Mystery, thriller
Format: ARC, eBook
Secrets. Trauma. Lies.
Krystal and Nicole are foster sisters who formed their own family unit soon after they met. From a young age, they have always been there for each other. That does not change when Nicole is committed to a psychiatric hospital after trying to kill her husband, Aiden. Krystal cannot believe it. Nicole and Aiden were the perfect couple. She even went on weekend trips with them. Wouldn’t she know if they were having problems? Her sister told her everything, didn’t she? Desperate to help her sister she is determined to get answers.
As Krystal searches for the truth of what happened that pivotal night, she learns that her sister and her husband had secrets. Who doesn’t? She and Nicole had their secrets as well. But her sister, who appeared so happy is now experiencing what appears to be a psychotic break.
The book is told through alternating past and present chapters. As their past life in foster care is laid bare, we see how their bond was formed, the life they led, and a childhood tragedy affected Nicole deeply.
Lucinda Berry is a former clinical psychologist who also was a leading researcher in childhood trauma and utilizes her knowledge in writing her books. She can delve into her character’s psyche and accurately describe symptoms, treatment, use diagnostic terms and diagnosis in her books.
I found the book to be well written and plotted. I really enjoyed how the past and present chapters provided insight. We see how tragedy, trauma and secrets can affect someone.
Thank you to Thomas & Mercer and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
