Many thanks to NetGalley, St Martin's Press and Macmillan Audio for gifting me both a digital and audio ARC of the new book by Katie Bishop, with the audiobook perfectly narrated by Alix Dunmore. All opinions expressed in this review are my own - 4.5 stars!
At a birthday party 20 years ago, Tamara was found floating facedown in the pool of her family's mansion in the south of France, leaving her twin brother, Blake, and younger sister, Nina, behind. Nina, at age 6 became the youngest person ever to testify in a murder trial, saying she saw her babysitter, Josie, push Tamara under the water. Or did she? Now Nina's memories have faded. When a new true crime documentary about her sister's murder is announced, maybe the truth will finally come out.
Told in dual timelines of before the party and 20 years later, we get to meet all the key characters and see how they have changed in that time period. This is a fascinating look at memory, trauma, classism, family relationships wrapped up in a gripping, suspenseful tale. It was atmospheric and the characters felt so real - all their flaws well on display, both intentional and otherwise. Plus there was the true crime story aspect. I was shocked at the ending and never saw it coming. Great read for the summer! The narration was wonderful, and I enjoyed listening and reading. This was my second audiobook in a row by this narrator and both were excellent!
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