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Violence
Very heavy
The investigation centers on an extremely bloody violent attack; the plot also includes references to infanticide
Language
Some
Moderate strong language throughout
Sexual Content
Very heavy
Reader content warnings and reviews describe rape (including references to gang rape), drugging with rohypnol, and coerced abortion as explicit plot elements
Substance Use
Some
Drugging of a victim is a specific plot point
Emotional Intensity
Very heavy
Heavy themes of racism, stalking, social media harassment, controlling relationships, gaslighting, and blackmail run throughout; reviewers explicitly recommend checking trigger warnings before reading
What this book is about
A homicide detective investigating a brutal attack uncovers a maid's diary that exposes the dark secrets of the wealthy family she worked for. As the case deepens, blackmail, stalking, and long-buried crimes come to light in this Goodreads Choice-nominated psychological thriller.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Rape and gang rape references are explicit and central
Drugging with rohypnol is a specific plot device
Coerced abortion and infanticide referenced
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