Annie’s mother is a serial killer who targeted children in their family home. After Annie turns her mother in to the police, she is placed in foster care and given a new identity: Milly. As she prepares to testify at the upcoming trial, Milly struggles with her inherited impulses while living with a wealthy foster family. Her new sister, Phoebe, subjects her to intense bullying, triggering a psychological conflict between Milly's desire for a fresh start and the violent tendencies she learned at home.
Psychological thriller fans read this for a cold, internal look at the nature versus nurture debate. The story appeals to readers interested in the lasting effects of childhood trauma and the specific mechanics of sociopathy. You walk away with a dark perspective on whether a person can truly escape a biological inclination toward violence or if environmental pressure inevitably triggers latent traits. It offers a grim examination of how trauma distorts a child's moral compass and social development.
Inward-looking, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2017
- Language
- EN
