This tale of family secrets hits all the right notes. Three sisters will do anything to forget the night their parents died and they did what they had to in order to protect each other. Years later, the reunite and come to terms with the death of their overbearing parents and their place in the community. The setting is vivid and the tone is chilly.

Fourteen years ago, Emma left her childhood home and never returned. Now it seems that her only option is to move into the family home temporarily, despite the ghastly things that occurred there. Her parents are dead and she’s estranged from her sisters Juliette and Daphne - all three girls left town after their parents death. What Emma’s husband doesn’t realize is that Emma was a suspect in the murder and it’s gone unsolved this whole time. The sisters haven’t spoken about what actually happened that night but they instinctually agreed that they would keep quiet. With Emma’s return to town, and another death occurring, it’s time to get to the bottom of things and find out what really happened.

This book has solidified Kate Alice Marshall as an auto-read author for me. I really liked her novel What Lies in the Woods and I absolutely loved this one. The story isn’t groundbreaking (is any thriller? No, but we still love them!) but I felt that she put everything together so well! I thought for a minute that we were going to have an ambiguous ending but she managed to wrap it up neatly without making it unrealistic. If you haven’t already read this book, I highly recommend it!

Loved the first half, I feel like the second half got a little messy but overall I enjoyed it! I’m also realizing I really love the three sister stories. I’ve read a few recently and the different perspectives is absolutely delightful to read.

Certainly a lot of interesting twists. It took a while to get into but the last half went pretty quick. I don’t think any of the characters were particularly likable but all were fairly interesting.

This thriller centered on the family secrets of three small town sisters. Who killed their parents? And why? And when one of the sisters finds herself forced to return to their family home out of desperation she will need to face accusations, memories, and family dynamics. I was never quite sure where this ride was taking me, the best kind of reading adventure!

**Book Review: *No One Can Know* by Kate Alice Marshall**

Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)

Kate Alice Marshall's *No One Can Know* is a haunting, edge-of-your-seat thriller that weaves together suspense, secrets, and chilling revelations in a way that keeps you guessing until the very last page. This novel takes readers on a dark and atmospheric journey, where every twist feels deliberate and every character has something to hide.

The story revolves around a group of teenagers who make a pact to keep a terrible secret after a tragic event occurs. As the layers of the past slowly unravel, we get glimpses of their haunted lives in the present, where guilt and paranoia have settled in, making each character feel real and broken in their own way.

Marshall's writing is intense, with a gripping pace that doesn’t let up. The atmosphere she creates is suffocating at times, as if the weight of the secret is pressing down not only on the characters but also on the reader. The small-town setting plays a key role, amplifying the feeling that there is no escape from what happened, no matter how much the characters try to move on.

The characters are well-developed, each dealing with the aftermath of their choices in different but equally devastating ways. Marshall masterfully delves into their psychology, exploring themes of guilt, loyalty, and the lengths people will go to protect themselves and others.

What sets *No One Can Know* apart is how it blends the emotional weight of trauma with the heart-pounding thrill of unraveling a mystery. The twists are smart and unexpected, and just when you think you’ve figured everything out, Marshall throws in another curveball that will leave you reeling.

Overall, *No One Can Know* is a standout in the thriller genre. It’s dark, immersive, and emotionally charged, with a plot that will linger in your mind long after you finish. If you’re a fan of psychological thrillers or stories about secrets that refuse to stay buried, this book is an absolute must-read.

Loved this book! The ending was unbelievable and unexpected! Kept me guessing till the last page! I loved the setting and the characters. It gave me all the hunted feels and I will definitely tell my friends about this one!

I enjoyed this little who-dun-it. There were a few twists but I felt there were some slow parts and I wasn’t super connected to the characters. Overall, it was decent!

Thank you to NetGalley and Flatiron for the ARC! A great thriller that every reader should pick up - fast pace, compelling mystery.

No One Can Know by Kate Alice Marshall falls into the suspense, thriller, and mystery genres. Emma Palmer hasn't told her husband much about her past other than her parents are dead, but between her husband losing his job and having to move out of their duplex, she knows their only option is to move into her childhood home and tell him the truth ... Her parents were murdered, and she's suspected of killing them.

I'd like to thank NetGalley for the Advanced Readers Copy (ARC) of this book. I received a copy for free in exchange for my honest review.

Kate Alice Marshall is quite the storyteller. I wasn't familiar with her writing before now, but I am a huge fan and can't wait to read more from her. She kept me guessing throughout the story, even on the secondary mysteries! I love it when I can't figure out who the culprit is!! No One Can Know is told from three different perspectives and alternates between the past and present. The author does a fantastic job with this so that it isn't confusing in the least bit and doesn't pull you out of the story. I had trouble putting the book down.

As for the characters, the majority of them were unlikable for one reason or another. Some of them did redeem themselves by the end of the story, but there was one character that I still didn't quite trust even though I really wanted to be able to trust them.

The entire story was engaging and kept me on my toes. There were twists and turns throughout as well. Five out of five stars is what I gave No One Can Know by Kate Alice Marshall.

This book kept me entertained throughout, and while no thought I had things figured out, I was kept on my toes a bit. I love books where people come back to their pasts, so the premise of the book really drew me in.
Three sisters found their parents dead in the house when they were younger, and they never found out who did it. Years later, the sisters haven’t spoken, but one sister ends up living back at the house where everything happened.

I was left with a few questions at the end, and was a bit confused over exactly what happened, but all in all I enjoyed this book!

I had really high hopes for this one based on the description, but it was kind of messy for me. If you are seeking edge of your seat thriller, look elsewhere. Don’t get me wrong this one has great character development (even though they are crazy) and I found it provoking. I’d recommend this one, but make sure you know what you are getting into. Thank you NetGalley for an opportunity to review.

Thanks to Netgalley and Flatiron Books for providing me with an early copy of this book. Below is my honest review.

Kate Alice Marshall's No One Can Know is a gripping psychological thriller that delves deep into the heart of a family shattered by tragedy. With masterful storytelling and a relentless pace, Marshall weaves a complex tapestry of lies, secrets, and fractured relationships.

The novel introduces us to the Palmer sisters, whose lives are irrevocably altered by the brutal murder of their parents. In a desperate attempt to survive the aftermath, they construct a carefully crafted lie, a shared secret that binds them together while simultaneously tearing them apart. As the years pass, the weight of this deception grows heavier, and the sisters find themselves caught in a web of their own making.

Marshall's writing is both evocative and suspenseful, drawing readers into a world filled with tension and uncertainty. The characters are complex and multifaceted, their motivations shrouded in layers of deception. As the story unfolds, the author skillfully reveals the dark underbelly of their lives, exposing the devastating consequences of their choices.

No One Can Know is a captivating exploration of family dynamics, the power of secrets, and the enduring impact of trauma. Marshall's ability to maintain a sense of suspense while delving into the psychological complexities of her characters is truly remarkable. This is a book that will keep readers guessing until the very end, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page is turned.

If you enjoy thrillers that delve into the darkest corners of the human psyche, No One Can Know is an absolute must-read.

Love Kate Marshall’s books! I flew through this one.beginning and end were amazing, but took me a little longer to get through the middle. Still an enjoyable read!

Thrillers can be really hard to review? Some people love a fast-paced, super plotty, in-your-face kind of story, while others are all about the slow burn. This book is totally the latter! It took its time setting up the characters and the whole vibe, but it was worth it. The writing is great, and you really care about what happens to these people - which I feel like can be rare for books in this genre! The plot twists were awesome, and the ending tied everything up perfectly. Thank you to this book for helping me not give up on the thriller genre!

3.5 stars

No One Can Know by Kate Alice Marshall is a domestic thriller about three sisters dealing with the aftermath of their parents murder. Secrets and lies abound and we don't know who is protecting whom. Emma, Juliette/JJ, and Daphne were in their teens when their mother and father were shot and killed in their family home in Arden Hills. The sisters were separated - Juliette went away to college, Emma and Daphne were put into different foster homes and they all three took some secrets from that night with them. The police always assumed Emma was to blame, but were never able to prove it. Now, Emma and her husband Nathan have moved into the family home following some recent upheaval in their lives and are trying to get their feet on the ground. And Emma has to tell Nathan about her past. Shady police, bad business deals, and some abuse are all uncovered as the past is brought back to light in this novel. I enjoyed the mystery of guessing who was responsible for certain things in the past. I also enjoyed the chapters from each sisters perspective in the past. While there were a couple smart twists/red herrings to keep you guessing, the plot was a little too predictable. I also didn't love the child abuse descriptions and felt really bad for younger Juliette, Emma, and Daphne.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest thoughts.

I read 50% of this book and cannot remember a single thing that happened. I wasn't enjoying it enough to go back and reread the first half just to finish it.

“No One Can Know” by Kate Alice Marshall is a compelling psychological thriller that delves deep into family secrets and the shadows of the past. The story follows Emma Palmer, who, after discovering she's pregnant and facing financial hardship, returns to her childhood home in Arden Hills—the site of her parents’ unsolved murder fourteen years earlier. Her decision to come back forces her to confront unresolved trauma and the estranged relationships with her sisters, Juliette and Daphne.

The novel effectively weaves together Emma's personal struggles with the larger mystery surrounding her parents' deaths. The Palmer sisters, once torn apart by the tragedy, find themselves reluctantly drawn back together. As Emma begins to dig into the circumstances surrounding that fateful night, she uncovers hidden secrets and strained dynamics that challenge her perception of her family and herself.

Marshall excels at building suspense and creating an atmosphere brimming with tension. The plot is meticulously crafted, with a series of revelations that keep the reader guessing. The narrative explores the emotional and psychological impact of the murder on the sisters, revealing how their different responses to the trauma have shaped their current lives. Each sister’s secrets and motivations add layers to the unfolding mystery.

Not my favor mystery book out there. Three sister raised by abusive socialites, and beating them any time they did anything but perfect. After her parents were murdered when she was younger and questioned as a suspect for their murders, she ends up having to move back home due to her husband forgetting to pay their house payment and getting kicked out of their home. Once they move to her childhood home he starts finding out secrets that she has been keeping and he ends up getting killed. The story follows the three sisters and bounces between their views and back to their past as well. 3.5 stars for me I just wasn’t a highe fan with how the story was executed.

This one was a wild ride - I had no idea who to trust throughout the story. What was everyone hiding and why? I loved it!!