What Lies Between Us

This thriller might be one of the most messed up, twisted stories I have yet to encounter. That being said, it is not a 5 star read for me. The storyline is highly engaging for most of the book. It is a fast read with many twists and turns. For me, though, it is a bit too far beyond the realm of believability.

The book is told from the two perspectives of Maggie and her daughter, Nina. Right from the start, it is clear that their relationship is damaged and something is not right in their house. Through the course of the plot, the reader learns where things went wrong for them and what has led to their current situation. It is a wild ride!

For much of the book, I could not decide which character I liked least or who I blamed for the current state of their relationship. Neither of the characters is innocent or likable. I had no one to root for throughout most of the book. By the end of the book, I found myself getting bored with the characters and not really caring anymore what happened to them. I just wanted it to end because I did not like these people.

Overall, it a decent thriller that reads fast and has some disturbing twists. Though it is not my cup of tea, I think there are many readers that will find it enjoyable.