Finders Keepers: An absolutely gripping psychological thriller by Natalie Barelli

In "Diary of an Octopus," Tom, a disturbed thirteen-year-old girl, kept a diary on his laptop. Emily Harper, author of a bestselling phenomenon, unknowingly takes Tom's laptop, which contains the diary. Tom, pretending to be her biggest fan, befriends Emily to retrieve his laptop.

Emily believes the diary is a schoolgirl's crush story, but it's about murder. Tom is determined to reclaim his diary, revealing the truth behind the story. Emily, unaware of Tom's true identity, thinks he's her biggest fan and new best friend.

Tom's diary reveals disturbing events from his past, including two murders. Emily, thinking it's a fictional story, makes changes and publishes it as her own. Tom is outraged, knowing the truth is deadlier than fiction.

As Tom and Emily's friendship deepens, Tom struggles with his feelings for Emily. He's torn between his desire for revenge and his growing affection for her. Meanwhile, Emily is oblivious to Tom's true intentions.

As the tension between them mounts, Tom must decide whether to reveal his true identity and risk losing Emily's trust or continue his charade and risk losing her forever.

"Diary of an Octopus" is a gripping psychological thriller that keeps readers guessing until the very end. With its complex characters and suspenseful plot, this novel is a must-read for fans of the genre.