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1. Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney
In this haunting tale, author Grady Green retreats to a remote Scottish island after his wife, Abby, disappears under mysterious circumstances. As he seeks solace and inspiration, he encounters a woman who bears an uncanny resemblance to his missing wife, unraveling a chilling narrative of identity and deception.
2. Happy Wife by Meredith Lavender and Kendall Shores
Nora Davies's life takes a dramatic turn when her husband, Will Somerset, vanishes after a lavish birthday party. As the sole suspect, Nora must navigate a web of secrets and lies to uncover the truth behind Will's disappearance. This suspenseful read was featured as Jenna Bush Hager’s July 2025 book club pick.
3. The Compound by Aisling Rawle
Set in a reality TV show environment, this debut novel explores the psychological toll of constant surveillance and manipulation. As contestants vie for survival, the lines between reality and performance blur, leading to unexpected and chilling consequences. This gripping narrative was selected as the “Good Morning America” book club pick for July 2025.
4. The Storm by Rachel Hawkins
A dual-timeline thriller set in the fictional town of St. Medard's Bay, Alabama, this novel delves into a decades-old murder that occurred during a hurricane in 1984. As new investigators arrive, long-buried secrets resurface, challenging perceptions and revealing the dark undercurrents of a seemingly idyllic community.
In this haunting tale, author Grady Green retreats to a remote Scottish island after his wife, Abby, disappears under mysterious circumstances. As he seeks solace and inspiration, he encounters a woman who bears an uncanny resemblance to his missing wife, unraveling a chilling narrative of identity and deception.
2. Happy Wife by Meredith Lavender and Kendall Shores
Nora Davies's life takes a dramatic turn when her husband, Will Somerset, vanishes after a lavish birthday party. As the sole suspect, Nora must navigate a web of secrets and lies to uncover the truth behind Will's disappearance. This suspenseful read was featured as Jenna Bush Hager’s July 2025 book club pick.
3. The Compound by Aisling Rawle
Set in a reality TV show environment, this debut novel explores the psychological toll of constant surveillance and manipulation. As contestants vie for survival, the lines between reality and performance blur, leading to unexpected and chilling consequences. This gripping narrative was selected as the “Good Morning America” book club pick for July 2025.
4. The Storm by Rachel Hawkins
A dual-timeline thriller set in the fictional town of St. Medard's Bay, Alabama, this novel delves into a decades-old murder that occurred during a hurricane in 1984. As new investigators arrive, long-buried secrets resurface, challenging perceptions and revealing the dark undercurrents of a seemingly idyllic community.
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