'Taut, clever, compelling and guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat' Paula Hawkins, author of The Girl on the Train You think you know her But look a little closer She is a stay-at-home mother of three with boundless reserves of patience, energy and love. After being friends for a decade, this is how Liz sees Jess. Then one moment changes everything. Dark thoughts and carefully guarded secrets surface - and Liz is left questioning everything she thought she knew about her friend, and about herself. From the bestselling author ofAnatomy of a Scandal- a new thought-provoking novel exploring the complexity of motherhood and all that connects and disconnects us. 'Vaughan explores the darker impulses of motherhood - the fear, fury and despair; the frantic juggling, loss of control and exhaustion - and of course the overwhelming love. Refreshingly assured and punchy writing that is sure to hit a nerve' Lucy Atkins, author ofMagpie Lane 'A brilliant storyteller, Vaugha