Not a Happy Family by Shari Lapena is a psychological thriller that delves into the dark dynamics of a wealthy but dysfunctional family.
After the wealthy Merton parents are brutally murdered in their home, their three adult children become the prime suspects. As secrets unravel and familial tensions rise, the novel explores themes of greed, betrayal, and the hidden motives that can lurk behind a seemingly perfect facade.
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Book Blurb
Brecken Hill in upstate New York is an expensive place to live. You have to be rich to have a house there, and Fred and Sheila Merton certainly are rich. But even all their money can’t protect them when a killer comes to call. The Mertons are brutally murdered after a fraught Easter dinner with their three adult kids. Who, of course, are devastated.
Or are they? They each stand to inherit millions. They were never a happy family, thanks to their vindictive father and neglectful mother, but perhaps one of the siblings is more disturbed than anyone knew. Did someone snap after that dreadful evening? Or did another person appear later that night with the worst of intentions? That must be what happened. After all, if one of the family were capable of something as gruesome as this, you’d know.
Wouldn’t you?
About the Author
Shari Lapena is a Canadian author known for her psychological thrillers and suspense novels. Before she became both a New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author, she was a lawyer and English teacher.
Shari Lapena’s books often involve intricate plots, unexpected twists, and exploration of the dark secrets that can unravel seemingly ordinary lives. She has gained popularity for her ability to create suspenseful and gripping stories within the thriller genre.
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