You can tell Vi has grown in her thriller writing since The Unraveling.
This book was great. It had me on the edge of my seat, wanting more. When all the pieces of Elizabeth's life is finally getting put together, it had me wondering. Was Elizabeth suffering from multiple personality disorder? Or was she actually there with her 2 other friends when the teacher was in the hotel room?
Then when someone from her past shows up and says he doesn't know who she is. I didn't believe it one bit. That right there was a "whoa" moment and true fashion thriller form! I can't wait to see what Vi has next in this genre.
Thank you Atria for the advance copy.

This was certainly a twisty ride!

Elizabeth did something very bad 20 years ago to help out a friend. She's put the past where it belongs and now enjoys being a professor in New York. One fateful night, she opens a new novel that one of her students is writing... and it's her friend's story of abuse.

At first, she brushes it off and thinks it's just a big coincidence... but the chapters keep coming, and the author knows details they shouldn't. Which can only mean that someone knows what she did.

Shaken, Elizabeth returns home to Louisiana to try and get some answers and figure out who is toying with her two decades after the crime. However, she finds out more than she was expecting, and has to deal with the fallout.

Twisty, sexy, and suspenseful, this thriller is a quick read!

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC!

Vi Keeland may be known for romance but she is KILLING this genre. I was hooked from the very beginning and finished it the same day as I just couldn’t put it down. The storyline was very easy to follow and the twists were twisting! I loved the little bit of sexy mixed in with the suspense. Would absolutely recommend this book to friends!

Wow... okay. I was totally not expecting that! Without a doubt, Someone Knows is a page turner. The characters are captivating. The storyline.... *chefs kiss*. Add in the suspense of wanting to know all things. This story will suck you in from the beginning and not let go until that final sentence!! Yeah, definitely 5 stars!

Holy CRAP. This was so good! This has everything I love in thrillers. Small town with secrets, an unreliable narrator, everyone is a suspect, and SO MANY TWISTS. As usual with Vi, she puts a little bit of everything in here. So there’s mystery, some spice, and a heartbreaking twist. I loved this book so much!

OH. MY. GOSH. This book is a real page turner! Just when you think you’ve got it figured out, WRONG! The twist and turns have you wanting to not put it down!

I could not put this book down! It is the best one I have read in a long time. Gripping, suspenseful, well written…it is all the good things! There were several twists I did not see coming. 5 stars!

holy shirtballs this book threw me for a loop!!! as someone who reads a lot of thrillers, it’s very satisfying when an author fools me with an ending or plot twist - and I’m very pleased that vi keeland was able to do both!!

while the premise of heavy trauma relates similarly to MY DARK VANESSA and FOR YOUR OWN GOOD, the plot itself goes way beyond! the concept of using people as a conduit for trauma was a recurring theme that was done rather nicely - and led into the mystery elements of who knows what really happened to elizabeth twenty years ago 👀

the pacing of the story was well done, focusing on elizabeth’s anxious-driven chase to find out who is mentally torturing her as well as chapters of an anonymous book writer. the chapters broke up the daily grind of elizabeth’s life and gave more detail into her past - while giving the reader more clues about who is truly behind it all!

and it is not over until the very last page!! the last chapter had me SO GAGGED y’all 👀 while I guessed the first plot twist moments before it happened (and I was so pleased), the rest had me along for a roller coaster ride!!

a huge thank you to atria for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review!

rating: 4.5 stars
wine pairing: walla walla valley pinot noir

🚩🚩🚩 TW: physical abuse, emotional abuse, domestic abuse, grooming, r!pe, assault, death of a parent, death of a child, stalking 🚩🚩🚩

I'm just dipping my toe into the thriller world so l'm no expert but I really liked this book. I liked the twists and I'm still thinking about the ending! I went back and reread it because it got me so good! Definitely recommend

Title: Gripping, Twisted, and Unforgettable!

I just finished reading Vi Keeland's latest book and her first thriller, Soneone Knows and WOW! This book absolutely blew me away. From the very first page, I was hooked. The suspense, the twists, and the intricate plot had me on the edge of my seat the entire time. Keeland's talent for building tension and creating unforgettable characters is on full display here.

The story kept me guessing, and just when I thought I had it figured out, another unexpected twist would come. The pacing was perfect, with just the right amount of twists and turns to keep me glued to the pages, yet never feeling rushed. Keeland's writing pulls you in and doesn’t let go, making it impossible to put the book down.

The characters were layered and complex, each one playing a vital role in the story. You feel every emotion they experience, and it makes the stakes feel that much higher. The romantic elements were seamlessly woven into the suspense, providing that extra depth to the characters’ motivations and actions.

If you're a fan of thrillers that leave you breathless with every chapter, this book is an absolute must-read. Vi Keeland has truly outdone herself with this one. I cannot recommend it enough! A 5-star read, hands down!

5 stars.
Brilliant page turner, highly recommended! Vi Keeland is one of my favorite romance authors, I was excited to read her first thriller.

Vi Keeland’s Someone Knows pulled me in immediately with its story-within-a-story concept, much like Verity or The Night Film. An English teacher discovers a manuscript that unearths a disturbing past, and from that moment on, I was hooked.

The pacing was spot-on, always keeping me engaged without feeling rushed. While some twists were predictable, I found that added to the fun—Keeland sprinkled in enough clues to make you question everything. The unreliable narrator aspect was done well, making you second-guess what was real versus imagined.

📌 Tropes & Themes:
🔍 Unreliable narrator
🏡 Small-town Louisiana setting
🧠 Memory trauma & hidden secrets
⚠️ Past abuse and psychological twists

If you’re new to thrillers, this is a fantastic pick! It’s suspenseful without being overly complex, and there’s always something happening to keep you engaged. If you’re a seasoned thriller reader, you might find it a bit predictable, but it’s still a well-crafted, gripping read.

Overall, a strong four-star read for me, and I’ll definitely be picking up more from Vi Keeland in the future!

**Review of *Someone Knows* by Vi Keeland**

*Someone Knows* by Vi Keeland is an emotionally gripping novel that masterfully blends romance, suspense, and psychological depth. The story follows two individuals whose lives are forever marked by a tragic event from their past, leading them to navigate a complex relationship built on secrets, lies, and unresolved issues.

Vi Keeland excels at creating multi-dimensional characters, each struggling with their own emotional scars. The protagonist, while confident on the surface, reveals layers of vulnerability that make their journey toward healing and self-redemption deeply compelling. The other lead character, similarly, faces their own internal battles, and their development throughout the novel feels authentic and raw.

The plot is one of the book's strongest elements, full of twists and turns that keep the reader on edge. While romance is at the core of the story, it is intricately interwoven with suspense and mystery, adding depth and intrigue to the narrative. The slow-burn chemistry between the two characters is undeniable, and their evolving relationship feels both realistic and emotionally satisfying.

Keeland's writing is fluid and engaging, expertly balancing tension with moments of introspection. The pacing is well-executed, allowing for character growth and plot development without losing momentum. Although the narrative does have moments that may feel somewhat predictable, these are minor flaws in what is an otherwise captivating story.

Overall, *Someone Knows* is a powerful blend of romance and suspense that will keep readers invested from beginning to end. With her signature style, Vi Keeland delivers a story that is equal parts emotional and thrilling, making it a must-read for fans of romantic thrillers.

Whag a gripping and fast paced thriller! This is my first Vi Keekland book and im impressed. I couldn't stop turning the pages late into the night until there were no more pages left to turn! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Someone Knows by Vi Keeland

Thank you, Atria Books and NetGalley, for the ARC.

Small town
Forbidden relationship

A fast read about Elizabeth, a New York-based English professor who grew up in a small town in Louisiana. One day, while reading a story written by one of her students, she was shocked to realize that it was the exact story she lived 20 years ago. But the thing is, she thought nobody else knew…

This book started out strong—the kind of opening that hooks you right away. But as the story progressed, the FMC became increasingly paranoid and didn’t think as logically or intelligently as she should have. I felt restless from her point of view.

There were a lot of plot holes. I think they were meant to mislead you, making you believe, “This is what happened,” instead of something else. However, the execution felt clunky. The answers to all the questions were obvious (at least to me). Then, it got interesting again in the second half—that’s when I couldn’t put it down. I finished it in one sitting to test if my theory was right—and yes, it was.

There were a lot of wasted characters here. Sam and Lucas? Oh, they deserved more. Elizabeth, the FMC, is too careless for someone who should be cautious. It was hard to connect with her—she felt flat. Noah, the MC, wasn’t remarkable either. He’s not the kind of character you’d feel remorse for or even hate. I love Mr. Hank though.

For a romance author writing a thriller book I was unsure how it would go but this was AMAZING- this got me out of my reading slump 🫶🏻 I feel like I've fallen off of suburban thrillers because all the plots are so repetitive but this had such a fun & unique premise. The pacing on this was so well down, with every chapter that ended I wanted to keep going to find out what happened. I just had so much fun with this one. I devoured this in one sitting after work. Just a heads up this does involve some romance & spice which I personally liked but it may not be for everyone!

Thank you to NetGalley and Atria Books for the eARC.

Publication Date: 6/17/2025

Definitely a four star read. I really would recommend this to anyone looking for a good thriller or mystery book. Give 'Someone Knows' by Vi Keeland a chance.

This was a fast paced thriller with many twists along the way! The ending was unexpected, the characters kept my attention, and I couldn’t stop reading!

ARC provided by Atria/Emily Bestler Books in exchange for an honest review. Thank you very much!

24 hours later and I have now collected my thoughts to provide a more flushed out review — Someone Knows felt like a Freida McFadden book in that everything was happening with nothing happening at the same time.

This book had one too many twists and honestly, at the end of it, I didn't particularly think that the answers revealed were that compelling to make me want to pick up this book again.

A quick read but very forgettable compared to other thrillers I've read recently

A brilliantly plotted book that tells the story of Elizabeth, a successful college professor who finds her life unraveling when a student sends her excerpts from a novel they are writing that bares a striking resemblance to Elizabeth’s past - a past she’d rather forget, a past which still impacts her personal relationships now. Wonderfully twisty and well paced, I read this on one sitting and couldn’t put it down.
This is my first time to read a book from this author and it won’t be the last! Highly recommended