Hooray! Asha Elias, author of the sexy, scintillating Little Pink Houses, is back with another less-than-flattering look at South Florida society. The Namaste Club, carved out of the Florida tropical jungle, is a haven for yoga practitioners, real or self-styled. Transcendence Week, planned by teacher Shakti, is attended by Jessica, a lonely divorcee, hoping to satisfy that loneliness with Daniel, the man bun wearing, half dressed only male at the retreat. Jessica’s best friend Indira, a wealthy entrepreneur, will attend as will Barbara, best described as strange. Finally, Carol Ann, armed and probably dangerous, has torn herself away from her family because of a self-caused problem at her children’s Christian school. Martina and Margaret are the groundskeepers and, because every Florida story must have one, there’s a resident gator. During the six entertaining days of the retreat, there will be drama, secrets revealed, hunting, shooting, accusations and more drama. Lives will be changed and friendships will be made.

No one can skewer South Florida like Asha Elias.The Namaste Club is laugh-out-loud funny, filled with characters who are sometimes likable, sometimes not. It has South Florida craziness - boa constrictors, feral pigs and more - mixed with a plot with a surprise ending. Put this on the top of your must read list! Enjoy!

Thank you to NetGalley, William Morrow and Asha Elias for this ARC.

This was a smart, funny, and sexy thriller. In the vein of the white lotus but a much more fresher take on a murder mystery with an insane ending.

Ah! What a story. Elias had my attention from the first few pages. The writing is descriptive, and I felt like I was in Florida at the club with the instructor and all the guests. There's action, laugh out loud moments, thrills, and more. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

Join this mismatched group on a week-long yoga retreat that promises more than just downward dogs and meditation! Shakti, a young Instagram influencer-turned-yogi, has built a devoted following with her magnetic personality, and she’s invited an eclectic mix of students for this special getaway. But don't expect a completely zen experience—there will be drinking, parties, and plenty of opportunities to unwind between the yoga sessions.

The retreat takes place on a charming, secluded island just off the coast of Florida, complete with a lush palm forest and its own resident crocodile. While the guest villas are simple, the food is delicious. Beneath the surface of this tropical escape, however, each participant harbors a hidden reason for attending.

The group, composed of a cast of modern yoga enthusiasts (and one token man), reflects the familiar personalities you’ve likely encountered in your own yoga classes. But the big question remains: could one of them be a murderer? Witty and compelling, this story is perfect for yoga lovers—especially those who find themselves rolling their eyes at their fellow classmates.

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