Thank you Net Galley and VI KEELAND for the ARC.
I really enjoyed this book.
The twist shook me!!

This book follows Elizabeth, an English college professor. She starts her class with a writing seminar. She receives one about a student who has an affair with her teacher.
This would be a great read only Elizabeth knows this is a true story, as it happened to her best friend.
She also knows how this story ends, as she is the one who ended it.
Someone knows her secret but Who?

What the hell did I just experience?

This was my first thriller from Keeland (I've read some of her romances before), and honestly? I'm here for this energy.

The whiplash at the end had me like WTF?, but after letting it marinate in my brain for a bit, I can appreciate what the author was going for. This has serious Freida McFadden vibes if you're looking for an easy-to-digest thriller that keeps you flipping pages.

The pacing is fantastic and kept me engaged every step of the way. I'll admit I did figure out the main twist and wasn't totally surprised by the identity of Elizabeth's tormentor, but predictability doesn't always kill enjoyment, especially when the execution is solid.

What I really appreciated was how this book straddles the line between romantic suspense and pure thriller. There are multiple guys vying for Elizabeth's attention, it never becomes the main focus. It's sexy and dangerous without being romance-centered, which hit the perfect sweet spot for me.

A solid thriller that's perfect for readers who want something dark and twisty but still accessible. Vi Keeland proves she can write outside the romance box, and I'm definitely interested in reading more thrillers from her!

Someone Knows by Vi Keeland
Rating: 4 stars
Steam: 2 chilis
Pub date: 6/17

Thank you so much to Atria for my free copy!

Trigger Warning: child abuse, grooming, sexual abuse.

Elizabeth is a 37-year-old English professor who’s perfectly content living life on her own terms. But everything changes when a student submits a writing assignment that feels a little too familiar. It’s not fiction, it’s her past. And worse, it’s a past she’s spent twenty years trying to forget… including the fact that someone ended up dead.

This book is part mystery, part emotional unraveling, and Keeland does a great job pulling us into Elizabeth’s head as she returns to her Louisiana hometown to figure out who’s behind the story, and what they really want. It’s suspenseful, fast-paced, and just juicy enough to keep you flipping pages.

Keeland is known for writing steamy romance, and she was more than happy to bring those scenes into this book, too, and I am here for it!

That ending was perfect, and even though it left me with a few lingering questions, it was still a wild and entertaining ride. If you’re a thriller fan looking to try something new or already love Keeland’s writing, definitely check this one out!

This thriller had me hooked from the start. It had it all- dark secrets, forbidden romance, and simmering tension. The story unfolds in such a smart, twisty way, and just when I thought I had it figured out… Wild, addictive, and full of suspense.
Thank you for giving me the oppprtinity to review!
3.5 stars!

Wow—what a ride! This gripping, twist-filled thriller had me hooked from the start. The story centers around Elizabeth, a college English professor currently teaching an online creative writing class. Her students are submitting chapters of their novels week by week—until one submission stands out for all the wrong reasons.
One student’s “fiction” is actually a chilling retelling of a real murder from twenty years ago—one Elizabeth was involved in. The details are disturbingly accurate. Now, Elizabeth must figure out who this anonymous student is and how they know the truth.
The chapters are short and punchy, making for a fast-paced and addictive read. And just a heads-up: there’s a bit of spice woven in. If you like suspense with a side of secrets and scandal, this one’s for you.
Thank you to Atria Books and Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

YUP. Loved it. I could not put this one down and the ending was WILD. We follow along with our FMC as she navigates her grief and trauma that reignites with some mysterious emails. It is a bumpy journey filled with red herrings, secrets and repressed memories. We learn more about her trauma through glimpses of the past that are hard to stomach reading, but they’re important in helping us understand her. This book is the definition of binge-worthy but it is pretty heavy for a thriller. I prefer darker books, so that wasn’t an issue for me, but fair warning! There’s a direction that the author took that I can’t really explain without spoilers but that was the only part of the story that didn’t work for me. It made sense within the plot but objectively speaking, it was a little odd.

Someone Knows is the second book in a new genre that Vi Keeland is now writing, Psychological Thrillers!

Wow, Wow, Wow! I just finished reading this gripping thriller! Who knew that a romance writer could write something like this!

I never saw it coming…. That was an unexpected ending for me. I hated having to put this book down once I started it! I would never have guessed who done it! What a surprise! This was a phenomenal read for me. I would give it more than 5 Stars if I could. I don’t want to say anything else about the book because I don’t want to give anything away! I loved it!!!

Vi Keeland’s second thriller proves she’s not just testing the waters—she’s diving deep, and Someone Knows is her sharpest, darkest story yet.

Elizabeth, a college professor, is used to reading student fiction. But when one chapter lands too close to home—recounting a buried secret from her past—it becomes clear that someone else knows what happened twenty years ago. And they want her to remember.

This is a fast-paced, twist-heavy psychological thriller that kept me guessing. I flew through it, pulled forward by a constant stream of reveals, misdirections, and last-minute twists. I thought I had it figured out—more than once—and still ended up speechless by the final reveal.

The structure is part of what makes it so gripping. Past and present timelines are woven seamlessly, and the tension never lets up. Elizabeth is a layered, compelling protagonist whose trauma is slowly revealed with emotional precision. I know it’s not a romance, but I still found myself hoping she'd get her version of an HEA.

Keeland balances suspense with emotional weight, though be advised: this one includes heavy content—childhood neglect, grooming, sexual assault, and religious oppression—handled on-page and with impact.

If you want a thriller that’s tightly written, full of surprises, and leaves you haunted by the final lines, this is it. Keeland is leveling up with every book.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

Oh my Vi and her thrillers, she is really good. I really enjoyed this one, it was fast paced. Hooked me right off the bat and never let up until the end. I thought it was very well done and I enjoyed it!

Vi Keeland's "Someone Knows" is a suspenseful and sexy story about a college professor named Elizabeth. She reads a story that's too familiar – it's about a murder she committed years ago! Now, someone knows her secret and is sending her chapters of this story.

To find out who's threatening her, Elizabeth goes back to her hometown in Louisiana. But going home means facing her past, which she can't escape.

This book is a thrilling mystery. You'll want to know who knows Elizabeth's secret and what they will do with it. If you like stories with suspense, secrets, and maybe a little romance, this could be the book for you. It's about a past mistake coming back to haunt someone in a big way.

A quick paced romantic thriller. It has alternating timeline that can get confusing at times. Overall if you are looking for a good summer thriller, check this one out.

Someone Knows
By Vi Keeland

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Pub Date: June 17, 2025

Thank you NetGalley and Atria Books for the advanced digital copy of this book in exchange for my honest thoughts.

Let me start by saying this book IMMEDIATELY grabbed my attention.

You think you know the plot, even if you go in blind (like I did), based on the title.

The whole time I was reading the book I was trying to figure everything out. Nothing was absolutely transparent, which made for the best type of suspense.

I devoured this book in one sitting.

The ending. Oh, the ending. A+.

This book deserves all the hype.

No matter how many years have gone by, can you ever really escape your past? This little stunner packed a whole lotta punch! Gripping from beginning to end, I found myself along for a fun and engaging adventure in this dark and twisty thriller by Vi Keeland.

Elizabeth, an English professor at Pace University, is ready to teach a new semester of creative writing. That is until she reads the first chapter of The Reckoning, a submission from one of her students. The story delves into a high school senior’s affair with her teacher. To most, it would be an engaging page-turner, but to Elizabeth it’s the start of a nightmare because she knows this story well. It’s the story of her best friend. And worst of all, Elizabeth knows how it will end – with the professor dead…because she killed him.

Strap in for an adventure that will take you to Elizabeth’s Louisiana hometown in an effort to find out who’s behind the submissions. You’ll be questioning everyone’s motives and flipping pages to see how this one shakes out. It’s so fun!

Thank you to Vi Keeland, Atria Books and NetGalley for a digital copy of the book for an honest review.

IMO, this was MUCH better than The Unraveling. Nothing earth-shattering in terms of writing, but a fun, super unputdownable popcorn thriller. Will definitely read whatever she writes next!

This was a fast paced and gripping thriller! It kept me interested in it from beginning to end! I thought this could have been a five-star read but in the middle I lost interest for a bit but then picked back up in the end. I think I will be checking out this authors other books. Thank you NetGalley and Atria Books for the opportunity to read, all opinion are my own!
4 star

3.5
Elizabeth, and English professor is reading a submitted paper from a student to find this student is writing the story of a horrific, criminal event that Elizabeth was a part of 20 years ago. She goes to great lengths to determine the identity of this student and determine what they do or don't know.

This was a quick paced, fast read. I wasn't quite sure what was going to happen. I found myself getting intertwined in a dark space in this thriller drama. A bit unsavory for me that makes me leery to openly recommend it. Just know there are some triggers.

Thank you to NetGalley and Atria Books for the gifted e-arc of this book.

Someone Knows by Vi Keeland is a solid 4 out of 5 read for me. It’s got that signature blend of romance, tension, and emotional depth that Keeland fans expect, with just enough mystery to keep the pages turning. The chemistry between the main characters is electric, and the dialogue feels natural and witty, which makes their connection believable and fun to follow. While some plot points felt a bit familiar if you’ve read a lot of her stuff, the emotional beats still hit hard, and the pacing kept me hooked. If you're in the mood for a smart, slightly steamy romance with a touch of suspense, this one's worth picking up.

Ok this thriller was dark and twisty and a total page turner. I flew through this book, even though some of the content was darker than expected. Heavy on the SA in this one. Our FMC Elizabeth has secrets and someone knows about them, but who? Will Elizabeth figure out who is messing with her? I thought it was really clever how the author revealed the secrets of the past through the creative writing course that Elizabeth teaches. The book will grip you and take you for a wild ride. I actually found myself shocked at many points. It’s definitely a messed up story, but addicting nonetheless. And that ending! Holy crap. This type of fast paced story that shocks you is what I’m always look for in a good thriller. I will for sure be reading more from this Author.

Wow this book had me hooked from the start. Some good twists throughout. This is my first book by this author and will definitely not be the last. Highly recommend to any thriller lovers.
Thanks Netgalley for letting me read this book for an honest review

HOLY MOLY. This book took me on so many twists I felt like I was on a rollercoaster! I LOVED IT!! 5/5 stars! There was some thrill, some romance, and even some complicated family dynamics to be tangled up in.
I really enjoyed the authors use of setting and temperature, a muggy, always too-hot hometown in Louisiana to foreshadow some plot points, and when things would be calming down, she would sometimes be able to slip away back to New York where she lives and works.
Thank you to Atria books publishing, NetGalley and Vi Keeland for this ARC, this will be published on Jun 16th!
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College English professor Elizabeth is trying to survive her grueling schedule of a summer creative writing class when a mysterious student Hannah Greer starts submitting chapters of a book The Reckoning that details exactly the worst day of Elizabeth’s life- when she killed her high school teacher 20 years ago. Going home to visit her mom in Louisiana, everyone becomes a suspect- Who Is Hannah Greer?