If You Tell: A True Story of Murder, Family Secrets, and the Unbreakable Bond of Sisterhood by Gregg Olsen

If You Tell: A True Story of Murder, Family Secrets, and the Unbreakable Bond of Sisterhood by Gregg Olsen is a powerful and gripping true-crime narrative that recounts the harrowing experiences of three sisters—Nikki, Sami, and Tori Knotek—who endured years of horrific abuse at the hands of their mother, Shelly Knotek. This bestselling book, recognized by top lists including The Wall Street Journal, Amazon Charts, USA Today, and The Washington Post, delves deep into the dark and twisted environment of their farmhouse in Raymond, Washington.

For more than a decade, Shelly Knotek inflicted unimaginable suffering on her daughters, using various forms of abuse, degradation, and psychological terror. Despite the intense trauma, the sisters forged a strong bond of defiance and resilience. Their unity and inner strength eventually enabled them to escape their mother's escalating reign of terror, which included not only their abuse but also multiple murders.

The story is both harrowing and inspiring, showcasing the sisters' journey from victims to survivors. Their courage and determination to seek justice and reclaim their lives are central themes in this heart-wrenching tale. "If You Tell" is not just a recounting of their suffering, but a testament to their enduring strength and the unbreakable bond that helped them find light in the darkest of times. Today, Nikki, Sami, and Tori are loving and resilient women, no longer defined by their past but empowered by their survival.