This novel will keep you on your toes until the very end! Will there be a sequel?! I need more! 10/10

This was a fun read! The story is fast paced and entertaining, but the plot twists were very predictable. I still had a good time reading it and would like to read more from this author. Thank you for the opportunity.

As soon as I saw Vi Keeland had a new release it was on my TBR. Keeland’s The Unraveling was one of my favorite thrillers in 2024 and her newest Someone Knows was not a disappointment! Thanks to Atria Books and NetGalley for the advance copy in Ecco for an honest review.

This thriller was so hard to put down. I finished it in two sittings simply because I needed sleep! It left me guessing right to the end with unreliable characters and twists. It is dark and eerie and I’d check trigger warnings but this was such a good read!

I absolutely loved this book. It is my first from Vi, I couldn’t put it down and finished it in one sitting. I love a good thriller and this book had it all. I can’t wait to read more from Vi as this was my first.

Fast paced, dark and twisty thriller. Elizabeth, an English professor in NYC, starts receiving a draft of a novel is eerily similar to her and her friend’s real past. She goes back to her hometown to figure out what people know and who could be the author of these chapters. Some decisions lead to some tricky situations for her to navigate and dark long hidden secrets are revealed.

I don’t want to say more and risk giving anything away.
If you liked Verity, you make like this one and I would definitely recommend putting it on your TBR. Check the trigger warnings though. Heavy topics are a big part of the plot.

Will definitely check out more books from this author.

Thanks to Atria Books & NetGalley for this advanced copy. Pub date 6/17/25.

Vi Keeland going from romance to thrillers was the best literary thing to happen to me in a while. This was so fast paced and had me hooked in at every twist and turn!

We follow Elizabeth, a professor with a dark past she ran from. One day a student submits a paper detailing things from 20 years ago that no one could possibly know. Details that could put her in prison. Through the story we follow Elizabeth as she goes back to her home town for the first time in decades and tries to piece together who knows, and who is doing this to her.

I devoured this. Right from the start i had ideas of what might be going on and i was proved wrong time and time again. This was such a much needed fast paced read to get me out of a slump!

HOLY PLOT TWIST!

This book had me intrigued from the very beginning. This wasn’t the typical thriller that had you guessing the entire time. It’s going to give you answers. And then still surprise you!

My only complaint is that as a Catholic is what a little hard to read because I felt like the Catholic representation wasn’t done accurately.

What a brilliant, twisted read! Vi Keeland, you never disappoint. Someone Knows is a rollercoaster of emotions wrapped in a sleek, sexy package, laced with mystery, suspense, and a deliciously dark twist that lingers long after the final page. It’s a story that delves into the messy, complicated layers of trust, betrayal, and redemption.

The plot kicks off with a chance encounter that spirals into a web of hidden truths, and Keeland masterfully keeps the tension simmering beneath the surface. The romance is steamy—no surprise there—but it’s the slow burn of uncovering what someone knows that truly drives the narrative. While the ending provides some closure, it also leaves certain questions unanswered, adding to the story’s haunting impact.

Thank you, @AtriaBooks, @AtriaThrillers, @Vi_Keeland, and @NetGalley, for the advance copy!

Welcome to my new favorite book of 2025! This was my first time reading Vi and I've already added everything else she's written to my tbr!

This book hooked me from chapter one and never let go! Several twists and turns, some that I didn't see coming and a few that we're a welcome "HAH! I KNEW IT" moment. If you enjoy a good thriller, this is for you!!

Buckle up for this one. It had me guessing and gasping until the very end!

A story of abuse by a teacher of a young girl that leads to a labyrinth of mystery.

Unputdownable.

SYNOPSIS
- Elizabeth, a 37-year-old English professor in New York, is teaching a creative writing seminar when a student submits a story that shakes her to her core. The novel’s opening chapter isn’t fiction—it’s a recounting of a past Elizabeth has fought to bury.
- Two decades ago, her best friend Jocelyn was entangled in a forbidden relationship with a teacher, and Elizabeth knows exactly how that story ends—because she killed him.
- Desperate to uncover who knows her secret, Elizabeth returns to her small Louisiana hometown, where old wounds resurface, family tensions boil over, and danger lurks around every corner.

MY THOUGHTS
- Gripping & addictive: From page one, this book hooks you. It’s fast-paced, packed with suspense, and the short, digestible chapters make it easy to tear through in a single sitting.
- Thriller meets romance: While primarily a psychological thriller, the book weaves in romance elements without overshadowing the tension and mystery.
- Unreliable narrator: Elizabeth’s trauma, memories, and secrets make her a fascinating protagonist. She’s flawed, deeply scarred, and grappling with past mistakes, which adds layers to the storytelling.
- Dark & triggering themes: This is not a light read. It delves into abusive relationships, neglect, and trauma in a way that can be tough to stomach at times. That said, the author handles these topics with depth rather than shock value.
- Twisty & unpredictable: Just when you think you have it figured out, the plot takes another sharp turn. There are plenty of surprises, making it hard to put down.
- Emotional core: Despite the darkness, you want Elizabeth to heal. You root for her, even when she makes questionable choices. The exploration of unhealthy relationships—both romantic and familial—adds an emotional weight that sticks with you.
- Satisfying ending: The conclusion ties things up well without feeling rushed or forced, leaving you thinking about the book long after turning the last page.

TL;DR: a suspenseful, gripping thriller with a dark past, forbidden relationships, and a protagonist you can’t help but root for. Fast-paced, twisty, and emotionally charged—if you love thrillers with a psychological edge and a touch of romance, this one’s a must-read. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thanks to Atria Books and Netgalley for this digital ARC in exchange for an honest review. This book will be published on June 17, 2025.

First off, a big thank you to NetGalley and Atria Books for the free copy in exchange for an honest review!

I’ve read and enjoyed Vi Keeland’s books before, so I was excited to dive into Somebody Knows—and wow, this one took me on a ride! The twists were so fun and completely unpredictable. I genuinely had no idea where the story was going, which made it impossible to put down.

The pacing was great for the most part, keeping me hooked from start to finish. That said, the ending felt a bit rushed, and I personally prefer a more tied-up conclusion. I was left with a few lingering questions, which took away some of the satisfaction for me.

Overall, this was a gripping and entertaining read, even if it wasn’t what I originally expected. If you love suspense with plenty of surprises, you’ll definitely enjoy this one!

Elizabeth is an English professor at Pace University. She has lived in New York City 2 days short of 20 years. 20 years ago, she killed a man. The man in question was a high school teacher who had a "relationship" with one of his students, who happened to be Elizabeth's best friend Jocelyn. Elizabeth has buried her secret deeply, but one day one of her students submits a novel detailing everything under the pseudonym of Hannah. Elizabeth returns to her hometown to investigate who could be behind this story and how much they really know...

This book deals with a sensitive subject in a respectful manner. That being said, an adult teacher grooming an underage high school student isn't a "relationship" and needless to say a high-school student can't "have an affair" with a teacher, Some readers might find this book triggering. Personally, I enjoyed the premise!

Someone Knows starts with Hannah explaining her day-to-day and background in first POV. I know it's trite to say this, but yes, I was totally hooked from the first paragraph. We also get chapters from Hannah's "novel", The Reckoning, which is essentially Jocelyn's story as a victim of grooming. Soon we learn that Elizabeth and Jocelyn were in the same group of friends, together with Ivy. They all bonded over the fact they had single, alcoholic mothers.

This story has two main twists. I gasped out loud with the one midway, it was so good! I was expecting something completely different so that was great. I kind of figured out the final twist, although that didn't take away from it. That last chapter, though... WOW

Thank you to Netgally for providing me with the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I really enjoyed this thriller, it kept me on edge the whole time and I could not guess who the mystery person was behind the emails to Elizabeth.
The best thing about this book was the twist, they were so unpredictable and unexpected, which always makes a thriller stand out for me. I loved the use of the emails and showing me as the reader the emails, as it also provided a flashback into what had happened all those years ago. This kept me on edge the whole time and I was hooked, I finished this book in 24 hours because I just HAD to know who was behind it all! 4 stars and I would recommend to any thriller fan.

This book is a fast-paced, captivating thriller that immediately grabs your attention. The story centers around a professor who’s hiding a decades-old secret, only to discover that someone knows about it and is taunting her with their knowledge while keeping their identity a mystery. From the start, the narrative pulls you in,

Thank you NetGallary for an early review copy of Someone Knows!

Vi Keeland delivers another emotionally charged and captivating romance in Someone Knows, a novel that blends love, secrets, and second chances. The story follows Elizabeth, a driven yet guarded woman who finds herself entangled with Noah, a man from her past who knows the one thing she’s tried to forget.

Their chemistry is undeniable, but as their paths intertwine again, old wounds resurface, and the truth threatens to change everything. Vi masterfully weaves tension, humor, and passion into a story that keeps readers hooked from beginning to end. With her signature witty dialogue and deep emotional pull, Someone Knows is a must-read for fans of contemporary romance who love a mix of mystery, heartache, and sizzling attraction.

This is a 5 star novel for me! Well done!!!

4 stars

Thank you NetGalley and Atria Books for the chance to read this ARC

This was my very first Vi Keeland book, and I don't know what has taken me so long! Someone Knows is labeled as an Erotic Thriller, but I would definitely say this leans more towards being a thriller (spice level 1).

Someone Knows centers around Elizabeth, a creative writing professor in NY. Once she starts receiving chapters from a student named Hannah Greer, her past comes back to slap her in the face. The chapters, submitted one at a time, are familiar to Elizabeth. In fact, the chapters are HER story from two decades ago. Back to a night that forever changed her life. The night she murdered her abuser, English teacher Mr. Sawyer.

As Elizabeth returns home to Louisiana to care for her ailing mother, her story continues to unravel as she desperately attempts to find out who Hannah is and what she knows about that night 20 years ago. Throw in some people from her past, (Ivy, former best friend. Lucas, a boy she was close friends with and liked. Her mother, a drunk who spent most of Elizabeth's childhood passed out) and enter some new faces (her abuser's son, Noah) this story will leave you guessing who is playing the part of Hannah. Is it revenge? Is it to scare her? Will Elizabeth ever learn the truth?

I thought I had an idea who Hannah was. And then halfway through I changed my mind and was still wrong. A very good twisty book with short chapters that will keep you invested and flipping the pages (quickly) to see what happens next!

TW: the plot contains child abuse and sexual abuse of a minor.

Vi Keeland’s Someone Knows delivers suspense and intrigue as an English professor’s dark past resurfaces through a student’s writing. While the premise is gripping, the plot feels somewhat predictable, with twists that don’t fully surprise. Be aware, some of the themes are difficult to read. Additionally, a few plot holes weaken the story’s impact.

Overall, it’s an entertaining thriller with tension and drama, but it falls short of being truly unforgettable.

I like this book a lot! I love the mystery of it all and how there are secrets we know as readers, and we are waiting for the secrets to come out in the book to the other characters. I think it was really well written, and it had a good story line! I love !!

Thank you to NetGalley, to the author, and to the publisher for this complimentary ARC in exchange for my honest review!!!

When I got my hands on an advanced copy of this book I couldn’t read it fast enough! This was a fast paced physiological thriller that keep me hooked from start to finish.

“Someone Knows” by Vi Keeland is a gripping thriller that intertwines past secrets with present dangers. The narrative follows Elizabeth, a college English professor, who encounters a student’s manuscript that mirrors a dark episode from her own past—a tale involving her best friend and a murder she committed. This discovery forces Elizabeth to confront buried secrets and return to her Louisiana hometown, where unresolved issues await.

Overall this book kept me engaged from start to finish, although some of the twists were a little obvious but the suspense was so good!