Carrie had a whirlwind romance in 2010, a few months of dating then married Johan, who was immediately arrested as a Myanmar drug mule. Then he disappeared forever. The narrative jumps to 2022, she is married to Robin with 6 year old cute twins. She no longer is studying to be a doctor, she has been a SAHM since having premature babies. Then she discovers that Johan is out of prison, partnered and seemingly doing fine. This throws her for a loop. But all is not as
It seems.
I liked this book, but it really started very slow. It is more like women’s fiction than a real thriller. There was a twist that – while I didn’t see coming- I was also not all that impressed or interested in. I think the characters were somewhat flat and the plot a bit imbalanced. I think some will really love this one, although for me it was okay.
I recommend this book for fans of Lisa Jewell or Nicci French.
Thank you to NetGalley and Viking Penguin for the ARC. Book to be published May 18, 2026.
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