For twelve years, Ramona has worked tirelessly to create the perfect family with her husband and stepdaughter. Their picture-perfect home in a quiet neighborhood seems like the dream life she’s always wanted. But one thing still lingers in the shadows—the husband’s first wife, who vanished without a trace. No matter how hard Ramona tries, neither her husband nor his daughter can truly let go of her.
Ramona hoped that time would erase the memory of the woman who came before her. Instead, when detectives arrive with startling new evidence, her carefully built world begins to crumble. Secrets long buried claw their way to the surface, and Ramona is forced to face a terrifying truth: the missing wife may not be gone for good—and the past is far from finished with her.
Perfect family. Perfect home. Perfect lie.
This gripping domestic thriller peels back the facade of suburban perfection to reveal a chilling web of manipulation, obsession, and betrayal. As Ramona’s life spirals into chaos, she must confront her darkest fears—and discover just how far she’s willing to go to protect the life she’s fought to build.
A heart-pounding tale of psychological suspense and shocking twists, this is a mystery where nothing—and no one—can be trusted.
