A riveting literary thriller that explores the lengths to which a family will go to protect one of their own. When Hailey Gelman becomes a suspect in the murder of her soon-to-be ex-husband, Jonah, her seemingly bright and peacemaking persona is called into question, revealing the complexities beneath her facade. As tensions rise amid a bitter custody battle and family secrets unfold, the story delves into themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the challenging dynamics of familial love.

Tova Mirvis is the author of the memoir The Book of Separation and four novels, including the national bestseller The Ladies Auxiliary. Her essays have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Real Simple, and her fiction has been featured on NPR. She resides in Newton, Massachusetts, with her family.