Salt House Place: A Novel By Jamie Lee Sogn

Jamie Sogn's debut, longlisted for The Center for Fiction First Novel Prize, delves into the allure of the past and the peril of truth. In the Pacific Northwest, a day at the lake leaves two friends missing. A decade later, Delia seeks answers from Cara, the sole survivor, who vanishes before their reunion.

Haunted by the lake's mystery, Delia receives an email from Cara, luring her with "life-changing" news. Returning home, she discovers Cara gone, prompting a new puzzle. Learning of Cara's involvement in a women's empowerment group, Delia heads to the Oregon coast, hoping to reconnect and confront their shared past.

However, she stumbles upon a possessive cult with sinister motives. As Delia digs deeper, the group's dark agenda unravels, and survival becomes a precarious battle against secrets guarded at any cost. Sogn weaves a twisty thriller where past and present collide, exploring the shadows of friendship, trauma, and the danger of seeking the truth.

Against the backdrop of the Oregon coast, Delia's quest for answers transforms into a harrowing journey. The novel skillfully navigates the complexities of a cult's grip, as Delia faces a relentless pursuit for truth that threatens to consume her. Sogn's narrative captivates with suspense, as layers of deception unfold, culminating in a chilling exploration of the lengths people will go to protect the past's dark secrets. 📚❤️