Many thanks to NetGalley, Gallery Books, and Caitlin Mullen for the opportunity to read her stunning debut novel - 5 stars for a book that is so beautifully written.
The book takes place in the gritty world of Atlantic City - past its prime, a shadow of its former glittery self. There are Jane Does - victims of a serial killer, laid in a marsh, side by side, just waiting for someone to discover them. We hear their voices. But the novel is set around Clara, Lily and Luis. Clara is a young psychic, abandoned by her mother, raised by her aunt who is too deep into her issues to do anything but use Clara. Lily is returning home to Atlantic City after a very public breakup and humiliation, finding work at a spa in a casino. These two characters meet by chance but become entwined into finding out the mysteries of the lost women. Luis works at the spa - he is deaf and mute, bullied, with seemingly no voice.
I was transported by this book. The writing is so perfect and really draws you into the atmosphere - the perfect slow burn. I was so worried about so many characters in this book! Plus, there is much to be discussed - sexual abuse, women's roles. Heartbreaking but real and such an amazing new voice - can't wait to read more from this author.
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