Leah Konen è un'autrice il cui lavoro si addentra nelle complessità delle relazioni umane e nelle sfumature morali che i suoi personaggi devono affrontare. È nota per aver creato narrazioni avvincenti che trascinano i lettori in esplorazioni suspense della psiche umana. La scrittura di Konen è caratterizzata da acute intuizioni sulle motivazioni dei personaggi e sulle conseguenze spesso impreviste delle loro scelte. Le sue storie risuonano con una profonda comprensione degli aspetti più oscuri della natura umana, rendendola una voce distintiva nella narrativa contemporanea.
"Imagine you've just escaped the worst relationship of your life -- and you're terrified what will happen if he finds you. Imagine your new neighbours are the friends you so desperately needed -- until you hear a rumour about them that you're sure can't possibly be true. Imagine late one night they say they need your help. They have a plan to keep all of you safe, and they just need you to tell one smal lie"--Back cover
When her husband Harry walks out after just six months, a girls' weekend away with two friends seems like just what Sam needs. But they aren't even halfway to their destination when things start to go wrong: car trouble that just happens to leave them stranded in the town where Harry lives. And that's only the beginning. Because there are three things Sam doesn't yet know: One of her friends is lying about why they're there. One is lying about who she is. And one of them will never make it home ...
A woman in search of a fresh start is about to get more than she bargained for in this twisty and addictive domestic thriller for fans of The Couple Next Door. Lucy King is desperate for escape: from a dangerous relationship, a city she can no longer call home, and a past she just wants to forget. Fleeing Brooklyn with little more than a suitcase and her trusty dog, she heads to rustic, charming Woodstock, New York, eager to lose herself in a quiet, anonymous life where her ex can never find her. But when she meets Vera and John, the alluring couple next door, their friendship proves impossible to resist. Just as Lucy starts to think the worst is behind her, the couple delivers a staggering bombshell: They, too, need to escape their troubles--and the only way they can begin their new life is if Lucy helps them fake John's death. Afraid to lose her newfound support system--and still panicked about her ex--Lucy reluctantly conspires with them to stage an "accidental" death on a hike nearby. It's just one little lie to the police, after all, and she knows a thing or two about the importance of fresh starts. But what begins as an elaborate ruse turns all too real when John turns up dead in the woods the morning after their hike. Now Lucy must figure out who she can trust and who's pulling the strings of her tenuous new life . . . before she takes the fall for murder.
When Janie and Max welcomed their newborn daughter, they hoped life would be complete. But six weeks in, Janie is sleep-deprived and struggling to adjust - she relies on Max more than ever. Until the night he doesn't come home. Alone with her baby and desperate for answers, Janie searches for Max. But when a woman's body is found, his disappearance raises serious alarms - for Janie, and for the police. The harder she looks for him, the more Janie realises how much Max has been hiding. And when it becomes clear he's the prime suspect in the murder, Janie faces an awful question- how much does she really know about the man she loves?
You thought you could trust her. You thought wrong. Pre-order the gripping new thriller from Leah Konen, author of You Should Have Told Me Mary never meant to tell Willa her secret. But after leaving her husband and father of her young son, meeting Willa feels like fate. Finally, she has someone on her side. Until Willa disappears. Mary is heartbroken and confused. Why would her friend abandon her? But when she sees Willa months later, it's clear she never knew her at all. Because Willa's in a new town, with a new name, and a brand-new family. Mary knows she can't trust Willa. But Willa knows her very worst secret. And to keep her secret safe, Mary will have to keep her friend close - or risk losing everything . . .
The story delves into the aftermath of a tragic suicide that disrupts the lives of two friends, Ella and Sydney. Struggling with grief and confusion, they set out to unravel the hidden struggles and secrets of their late friend, Astrid. As they confront their own emotions and the complexities of friendship, the journey reveals profound truths about mental health, loss, and the bonds that connect them.
Set against the backdrop of a small town, this story explores a summer romance between a girl and her childhood best friend, uncovering the secrets and lies that have distanced them. As they reconnect, they navigate the complexities of their relationship and the challenges posed by their past. This heartfelt narrative appeals to readers who enjoy emotional journeys and the intricacies of young love, reminiscent of works by Jenny Han, Sara Zarr, and Gayle Forman.
Olivia plans to spend her summer in the Catskills, binge-watching horror movies and chatting with her online friend Elm, but things get complicated when she sends Elm her best friend's picture and she runs into the last person she thought she would ever see in real life.
Celebrating love in its various forms, this book offers a heartfelt exploration of relationships, connection, and the nuances of romance. It features compelling narratives that resonate with readers, making it a perfect choice for Valentine's Day. The collection highlights both the joy and challenges of love, inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences. With its engaging storytelling and relatable themes, this book is a delightful addition to any Valentine's Day reading list.
A fresh and funny romantic comedy narrated by Love herself