This book was emotive and explored the theme of coercive control in a diligent and empathetic manner. I was gripped from the very first line and I read this book within a day.

The plot oozed tension combined with secrets and lies it really was a page turner! I throughly enjoyed this book from beginning to the very end and I really didn’t want it end it was an emotive read!

I’d highly recommend this book it’s a must read for 2025!


🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟stars

Beth wakes up in hospital. She has no memory, the man at her bedside is apparently her husband.
When she heals, he takes her 'home', but 'home' is unfamiliar.
He tells her that her family in Australia won't take calls, and he restricts her outings.
Something feels wrong, he smiles, but the smile is cruel, his touch is cruel. She has to get away.

Alison Stockham knows how to tell a story that keeps the reader totally transfixed to the pages!
I knew I wouldn't be disappointed in this book. I was totally right.
Dark and Twisty, and slightly triggering, Beth turns out to be a feisty and determined woman.

I was intrigued and hooked from the first chapter.

Thanks to Netgalley and Boldwood Books for the ARC.