In this captivating novel, I couldn't help but be drawn into the intricate connections between a mother and daughter. The story revolves around Catherine Sterling, a young woman ready to embark on a new chapter in her life, and her unwavering mother, Ruth, who will go to great lengths to keep her close. As long-hidden secrets gradually come to light, the tension escalates, leaving readers on the edge of their seats.

What struck me most about this book is how it made me contemplate the power of family bonds and the limits of our understanding. I was initially confused by the complex web of relationships, but as I delved deeper, I couldn't put the book down. It made me question the secrets that lie in our past and whether we can truly know everything about our loved ones. Can we trust everything we believe?

The author masterfully portrays the characters, allowing readers to deeply connect with their struggles and emotions. The exploration of family dynamics is skillfully done, making us question the very foundation of our understanding. The narrative builds an atmosphere of danger and uncertainty, keeping readers engrossed and eager to uncover the truth.

As the story unfolds, the exploration of secrets and the themes of trust and perception add layers of intrigue. It serves as a reminder that even within the closest family ties, there can be hidden depths and untold histories waiting to be discovered. The author's ability to create suspense and capture these themes makes the book a truly compelling read.

I would like to express my gratitude to Macmillan Audio and St. Martin's Press for providing me with copies of this captivating novel.

Catherine Sterling is about to embark on a nursing career specializing in geriatrics at Johns Hopkins. Her move is put on hold, however, when she starts seeing signs of early-onset dementia in her mother, Ruth. Mother and daughter are extremely close and Catherine knows they can’t afford to place her mother in a good assisted living facility. She and her mother moved constantly when Catherine was a child because they were constantly outrunning bill collectors, or at least that’s what Ruth told her. Now Catherine is aware that her mother is not the person she claimed to be, and with her memory fading fast, so are Catherine’s chances of uncovering the truth. This story takes a while to get going, but once it does, hang on to your seat!