Hen Hennerly and her husband Lloyd move to a quiet Massachusetts suburb to manage Hen’s bipolar disorder. During a dinner party at their neighbors' house, Hen spots a high school sports trophy in Matthew Swift’s office that matches a unique item stolen from a young man murdered years ago. Hen becomes convinced that Matthew, a history teacher, is a killer, but her history of mental instability leads those around her to doubt her accusations. As Hen begins to stalk Matthew, she discovers that his calm exterior hides a calculated violent streak, leading to a dangerous game of observation where both neighbors view each other as prey.
Fans of domestic suspense and unreliable narrators read this book for its subversion of the typical cat-and-mouse dynamic. It appeals to readers who enjoy psychological tension where the antagonist is identified early, shifting the focus to how two damaged individuals navigate a shared secret. Readers walk away with a cynical perspective on suburban safety and an understanding of how easily a history of mental illness can be used to mask a crime.
Practical, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2019
- Language
- EN
