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#1 New York Times bestseller; A shocking discovery on their honeymoon in paradise changes the lives of a perfect couple in this psychological thriller debut from singers Ruth Ware, Paula Hawkins and Sherry LaPena.
“A psychological thriller that had me hooked from the first page. What unfolds makes for a wild and amazing ride! This is the ultimate beach read!” – Reese Witherspoon (Reese’s Book Club x Hello Sunshine)
It was announced as one of the best books of the year by GLAMOR and NEWSWEEK
If you could make one simple choice that would change your life forever, would you do it?
Erin is a documentary filmmaker on the verge of a career breakthrough, Mark is a handsome investment banker with big plans. They fall in love on a dream honeymoon to the tropical island of Bora Bora, where they enjoy the sun, sand and each other. Then, while diving in the crystal blue sea, they find something in the water. . . .
Could the life of your dreams be a nightmare?
Suddenly the newlyweds have to make a dangerous choice: to talk or to protect their secret. After all, if no one else knows, who gets hurt? Their decision will set off a devastating chain of events. . . .
Have you ever wondered how long it takes to dig a grave?
Wonder no more, Catherine Stedman’s charming voice shines throughout this captivating debut novel. With penetrating insight and intriguing twists, Something in the Water challenges the reader to confront the hopes we desperately cling to, the ideals we’re tempted to abandon, and the lies we tell ourselves.
Praise for something in the water
“Wonderfully written, intelligent and gripping.” – BA Paris, New York Times bestselling author Behind Closed Doors
“Delightfully dramatic.” – Entertainment Weekly
“Exciting…the perfect beach read”—PopSugar
“A darkly glamorous gem of a trailer.” – Kirkus Reviews
“Arresting… with a deft step, with cold elegance… [Catherine] Stedman brings . . Humor, timing and intelligence to this novel. . . . “Something in the Water is a decent page-turner.” – New York Times Age Range: Adult
From the publisher
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Release date: April 9, 2019
Version: Reprint
Language: English
Print length: 384 pages
ISBN-10: 1524797677
ISBN-13: 978-1524797676
Item Weight: 2.31 lbs
Dimensions: 5.2 x 0.78 x 7.98 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #372 in Books (See Top 100 Books) #63 in Contemporary Women’s Fiction #71 in Psychological Fiction (Book) #71 in Murder Thrillers
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