Girls in the Garden by Lisa Jewell

One of People’s, Glamour’s, and BuzzFeed’s Best Reads of Summer, from the New York Times bestselling author of None of This Is True “Jewell expertly builds suspense by piling up domestic misunderstandings and more plot twists than an SVU episode. It’s a page-turner for readers who like beach reads on the dark side.” —People “Faithful to the thriller genre, Jewell makes liberal use of red herrings and plot twists… The answer to the whodunit is a sly—and satisfying—surprise.” —The New York Times

The Girls in the Garden is a gripping psychological thriller set around a picturesque communal garden square in London. When Clare and her two daughters, Pip and Grace, move into this seemingly idyllic neighborhood, they’re welcomed by friendly neighbors and carefree days—until a summer party shatters that peace. One night, Pip finds her thirteen‑year‑old sister Grace unconscious and badly hurt in a hidden corner of the garden. As the mystery unfolds, long‑buried secrets about the adults and children in the community come to light, and everyone’s trust is put to the test. This suspenseful novel blends neighborhood charm with dark undercurrents, exploring how well we really know the people—and the children—around us.