Perennial Sunday Times bestseller Adele Parks delivers a chilling psychological thriller in which a waitress with a tragic past enters a new world of privilege and love—until cracks begin to appear and long-buried secrets threaten to shatter everything. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and Gillian McAllister. 

In the bustling heart of London, Amy Meeham is just a waitress trying to carve out a normal life. But beneath her calm exterior lies a past riddled with secrets and trauma.

At 15, Amy witnessed a horrific crime that shattered her family and changed her life... When charming Oliver Harrington strolls into her restaurant, Amy is drawn to him, seeing the opportunity to connect with someone who understands her pain.
But when Oliver invites her to his family’s sprawling estate, her carefully constructed facade begins to crack. Tensions rise as Amy’s dark past resurfaces, leading to shocking confrontations that will change everything.

As secrets unravel and truths emerge, Amy must confront not only her past but also the choices that will shape her future. As twists and emotional depth collide, Adele Parks explores themes of obsession, the complexity of family ties, and the lengths we go to for love and redemption.

Perfect for book clubs, this novel will spark discussions about family loyalty, the weight of secrets, and the difficult journey toward healing.