One Big Happy Family - Jamie Day

 One Big Happy Family - Jamie Day

Pub. Date: July 16, 2024

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Charley has been a live in maid at The Precipice on the coast of Maine ever since her single mother died and her grandmother began developing dementia.  The lecherous owner of the inn has passed away and now his three daughters, the dysfunctional Bishop sisters are coming for the reading of the will.  With all of them hiding secrets, including Charley, and a hurricane fast approaching, the situation for Charley is made worse when a young woman hiding from an abusive boyfriend shows up penniless seeking refuge.  What could possibly go wrong in this suspenseful thriller from the author of The Block Party?

There are twists and turns here in this toxic family drama, some of them predictable.  The story unfolds in four parts, with different timelines and points of view, providing backstories for the various characters.  All of the sisters and even the family attorney who turns up are pretty despicable. Atmospheric, eerie and with twisted characters, this was a fast read.

Thanks to #netgalley and @stmartinspress for the DRC

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