“I’m not sure what it is about this woman, but I’m drawn to her in a way I can’t explain.”
Chapter 1-5: The Offer
Lowen Ashleigh, a struggling writer, is offered a lucrative opportunity to complete the remaining books in a bestselling series after the original author, Verity Crawford, is left incapacitated following a car accident. Lowen travels to the Crawford family home to review Verity’s notes and outlines. There, she meets Jeremy, Verity’s husband, and their young son, Crew. The atmosphere in the house is tense, and Lowen senses something unsettling beneath the surface.
Chapter 6-10: The Manuscript
While searching through Verity’s office, Lowen discovers an unpublished autobiography—a chilling confession detailing Verity’s disturbing thoughts and actions, including the deaths of her twin daughters. Horrified, Lowen debates whether to reveal the manuscript to Jeremy, fearing it may destroy him. Meanwhile, her growing attraction to Jeremy complicates her decision.
Chapter 11-15: Unraveling Secrets
Lowen continues reading Verity’s manuscript, uncovering more disturbing revelations. She learns that Verity may have intentionally harmed her children and manipulated those around her. Jeremy remains unaware of the manuscript’s existence, and Lowen struggles with whether to expose the truth or protect him from further pain.
Chapter 16-20: Twists and Turns
As Lowen grows closer to Jeremy, she begins to suspect that Verity might not be as incapacitated as she appears. Strange occurrences in the house—objects moving, eerie noises—make Lowen question whether Verity is watching her. The tension escalates when Lowen finds evidence suggesting Verity is still active.
Chapter 21-25: The Final Confrontation
Lowen confronts Jeremy about the manuscript, forcing him to acknowledge Verity’s dark nature. In a shocking twist, Jeremy reveals that he knew about Verity’s actions all along. The truth about Verity’s condition and Jeremy’s own secrets come to light, leading to a violent and unexpected resolution.
Epilogue
Lowen and Jeremy attempt to move forward, but the weight of Verity’s legacy lingers. The novel ends ambiguously, leaving readers questioning the reliability of the narrators and the true nature of Verity’s intentions.
Key Ideas
- Unreliable narration blurs the line between truth and deception.
- Psychological manipulation and obsession drive the plot.
- The dark side of love and marriage is explored.
- Moral ambiguity challenges the reader’s perception of right and wrong.
- Twists and suspense keep the narrative unpredictable.
Who should read this book?
- Fans of psychological thrillers with unreliable narrators.
- Readers who enjoy dark romance and suspense.
- Those intrigued by morally complex characters.
- Book clubs looking for a gripping, discussion-worthy novel.