They say every house has its secrets, and the house that Maggie and Nina have shared for so long is no different. Except that these secrets are not buried in the past.
Every other night, Maggie and Nina have dinner together. When they are finished, Nina helps Maggie back to her room in the attic, and into the heavy chain that keeps her there. Because Maggie has done things to Nina that can’t ever be forgiven, and now she is paying the price.
But there are many things about the past that Nina doesn’t know, and Maggie is going to keep it that way—even if it kills her.
Review
I am a fan of John Marrs’ books ever since I read ‘The One’ last year. Since then, I have devoured everything he has written and I am yet to be disappointed. He’s an author that I can always rely on to come up with something unique, disturbing, immersive and twisty.
What Lies Between Us is a dark, captivating, twisty thriller. The story is narrated in two timelines. In the present timeline, Nina is holding her mother, Maggie captive. Its such a bizarre situation that had me scratching my head and try to pick up my jaw from the floor a couple of times. Why on earth would anyone imprison and torture their mother? I had so many questions. The second timeline was set in the past. It explained the events that led to the imprisonment of Maggie by her daughter.
This was one twisty ride that had me changing my mind about events and characters a couple of times. The chapters were short and each ended with a cliffhanger. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough.
Its hard to review this book without giving away the story so I’ll keep this brief. If you enjoy twisty, enthralling page-turners then this is definitely a book that you need to pick up. John Marrs never ceases to surprise me. Once again, he has written a story that surprised me. It will definitely stay with me.
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Wonderful review! I’m happy to hear you enjoyed this one as much as I did. xx
I was just thinking I had read another good review of this one — it must have been yours! Since you both loved this and I respect your opinions, it going on my list for when I want a thriller to read.
Great review, Diana!
Thanks Yvo. John Marrs certainly never dissapoints. Glad we both loved this one.
Thanks Deanna. I hope you’ll get a chance to read it. This is another title that I believe your book-club would love.
I completely agree! I just saw his newest is on Netgalley right now and I will be keeping fingers and toes crossed my request will be approved. 😉 xx
I saw it too but unfortunately, I can only ‘wish for it’. None of my wishes ever get granted though lol. Fingers crossed you’ll get it. Thanks Yvo.
I checked both Netgalley and Netgalley UK and got one wish for it and one request button, so of course I clicked both in the hope one of them will come through. xD I hope your wish will be granted! xx
I really liked this book as well, Diana. Glad you are a fan of John Marrs. Have you read his The Passengers book yet? I do recommend it.
So sorry for the late response. Yes, I loved The Passengers and The Good Samaritans too. So glad we both enjoyed this one ❤️
I wish I could read this book. I checked it on Google!! It sounds superb!
Do give it a try if you get the chance 🙂
Awesome review!! ❤
Thanks Dee.
Wonderful review Diana. I have read so many great reviews of this one. It is on my TBR for this week, I hope I get to it.
I hope you got to read it, Carla. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts about it. Thanks.
Not yet, but it is definitely up shortly.