A psychological delight!
Having a degree in Psychology myself, this book was right up my alley. This is a book that centres itself around deception, leaving the reader struggling to know who to trust. The quick, short chapters alternate between multiple characters' perspectives which really enhanced the book, and personally I found myself reading on for another chapter from Anna's perspective. It was hard for me not to feel empathetic towards Anna. The complex characters meant I found myself 'flip-flopping' my opinions, especially on Gabe and the Mulcahys. The story is both gripping and devastating, I think from 1/3 of the way in the book really hit its stride.
It deals with many triggering issues as well as mental health, so I would definitely recommend reading reviews and trigger warnings before picking this book up. I have previously read Playing Nice by Delaney and I'm really enjoying his work and writing style.
Personally I feel like the ending of the book didn't tie up all the loose ends and with the story development Delaney has created surrounding parenting styles, there is definitely potential for a second book following on Susie and Gabe's journey.
4/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you to NetGalley and Quercus Books for sending me this digital review copy.