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Dark Circles
Dark Circles: A Novel | Caite Dolan-Leach
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"An unhinged actress turns to podcasting when she becomes entangled in a dark conspiracy at the retreat she once sought spiritual refuge at in this absorbing mystery about fame, violence, and our morbid fascination with murder-from the acclaimed author of Dead Letters. Olivia Reed needed a break. She doesn't want to think about her name plastered on tabloids or be reminded of her recent meltdown on a Manhattan street. Her micromanaging publicist has just the thing in mind: A remote retreat in Upstate New York-the House of Light. It's not rehab; it's a spiritual center, a site for seeking realignment and personal growth. There will be yoga and morning meditation, soft bamboo-blend fabrics and crystals to snuggle. But Liv will soon find that the House of Light is filled with darkness. She is approached by a prickly local, Ava, who informs her that something twisted is lurking beneath the the Light's veneer. There have been a series of mysterious suicides committed by women caught in the Light's web, and no matter who Ava talks to, no one believes her. To get the truth out and put her celebrity to good use, Liv starts a podcast, dodging flashlight beams to record at Ava's home and seeking to connect the dots and expose the Light's true intentions, if she and Ava can find them. Beneath the glowing skin of the Light's inhabitants are rotten souls, and Liv learns that she can trust no one-except herself. Caite Dolan-Leach brings her tantalizing voice and gift for atmosphere together with a cast of delightfully devious and absorbing characters to this riveting novel of suspense"--
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Kappadeemom
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Going to finish this one after work today. A creepy cult?? Yes, please

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TorieStorieS
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Though not exactly a sequel, Dolan-Leach‘s third novel returns to the Seneca Lake area and Ava even plays a pivotal role here. But this is Liv Reed‘s story. An actress who has hit some professional and personal scandal, retreats to the House of Light per her longtime friend and manager‘s suggestion. But soon it‘s clear that secrets are hiding in the dark there. Liv starts an investigative podcast, giving this a modern edge. A bit slowly paced…

Cinfhen This was meh for me but I loved the return of Ava & her husband!! 3y
TorieStorieS @Cinfhen Yeah, I know what you mean-the twist was easy to see coming and the middle dragged- but it kept my attention, even if Liv wasn‘t always easy to sympathize with! 3y
Cinfhen Exactly!! It was fine but probably not memorable 3y
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Cinfhen
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More of a slow burn mystery than action packed thriller - this book is available today!! When a celebrity is sent to a wellness retreat to regain her zen, she finds herself caught up in a local mystery surrounding the disappearances & deaths of several young women. Using IG, podcasts and Reddit threads this book feels very current. A slightly imperfect story but a fun choice for reading at the beach, park or pool. #BorrowNotBuy

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Cinfhen
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Spent the morning at the hair salon trying to get I;to this #ARC #NetGalley

I think this might work better in audio

A temperamental starlet is sent to a wellness retreat to “re-focus” but instead of finding her zen she‘s thrust into a mystery involving the deaths of several young women. I like that twin sister Ava from Caine Dolan-Leach‘s debut Dead Letters is her enlightened sidekick.

#AvailableTomorrow #NewReleaseTuesday

BarbaraBB How‘s your hair?! 3y
Cinfhen Much blonder than I was expecting @BarbaraBB 😳 but I think because it‘s the beginning of summer here already, I can get away with it / thanks for asking 😘 3y
BarbaraBB Of course you can! 3y
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Alfoster
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This is a great dark and twisty ride! Olivia is invited to visit The Light which is billed as a retreat for both spiritual and emotional growth. But is that all it is or are there secrets lurking? As her suspicions deepen, Olivia begins a podcast as several female members have disappeared or died. Just go into it blind (as you would any cult) and don‘t hold your breath!
Thanks to #NetGalley for this ARC

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Book 58

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