Amy Potting keeps her suburban life in order, prioritizing her family and avoiding the mistakes of her past. Everything destabilizes during a neighborhood book club meeting when a newcomer named Angelica Roux initiates a game of "Never Have I Ever." Roux uses the game to expose secrets, signaling that she knows about an old crime Amy committed in Florida. When Roux demands money to keep the secret buried, the narrative shifts into a tactical battle of wits. Amy must navigate blackmail and physical danger to protect her identity while uncovering Roux's true motivations and previous targets.
Psychological thriller enthusiasts read this for the tension of a domestic protagonist fighting a predatory stranger. It appeals to those who enjoy stories about hidden pasts and the lengths people go to for self-preservation. Readers gain an understanding of how one impulsive decision can follow a person for decades and see a breakdown of the specific mechanics used in social engineering and extortion. The book provides a look at the fragility of suburban stability when confronted with cold, calculated manipulation.
Practical, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2019
- Language
- EN
