The Summer She Went Missing By Chelsea Ichaso

"Crackling and propulsive," according to Publishers Weekly, the latest thriller from the author of "Dead Girls Can't Tell Secrets" and "They're Watching You" unfolds in the picturesque yet enigmatic enclave of Clearwater Ridge. For Paige Redmond, summers in this idyllic retreat have always been synonymous with carefree days by the waterfalls and glamorous nights among the affluent vacationers. But beneath the veneer of luxury lies a chilling mystery: the disappearance of Paige's best friend, Audrey Covington.

As the sun sets on another summer, Paige finds herself haunted by Audrey's absence and the unanswered questions surrounding her disappearance. Audrey's last summer was marked by unsettling changes, culminating in her sudden vanishing act, leaving behind a trail of lies and uncertainty. Now, as the case grows colder with each passing day, Paige refuses to let her friend fade into obscurity.

A chance discovery in Audrey's room ignites a spark of hope within Paige, propelling her and Audrey's brother, Dylan, into a clandestine investigation. Together, they peel back the layers of deception shrouding Clearwater Ridge, uncovering secrets that even the police have overlooked. But with each revelation comes a grim realization: the missing girls may be trapped in a sinister world beyond salvation.

In their quest for the truth, Paige and Dylan find themselves navigating treacherous waters, where danger lurks around every corner. As the shadows deepen and the stakes rise, Paige must confront the chilling reality that she could be the next to vanish.

Set against the backdrop of a sun-drenched paradise, this gripping thriller explores the depths of deception and the price of uncovering the truth in a town where appearances are deceiving and danger lurks in every shadow. 📚❤️