Huge thank you to Penguin and Viking Books UK for the ARC!

For a novel where all the characters were so unlikeable, I couldn’t stop reading it. The story and characters were written in such a real way and had characteristically natural flaws, problems and relationships. This intense, domestic thriller was like Big Little Lies met Desperate Housewives and had a messed up baby. 

Now yes, I must admit it is a slow burn and I must confess I was not satisfied with the ending (of which I guessed pretty early on in the story) but something about this book makes it impossible to put down. 

I was so intrigued and caught up in the suburban gossip of the women that I was almost waiting patiently for their worlds to fall apart and see who came out unscathed.

technically, everyone except Caira was untouched although all their secrets were revealed

Overall, although it wasn’t my favourite read of the year, it is one in which held my attention, curiosity and interest and I enjoyed throwing myself into the battlefield of suburban life.