Published: 2020 | Format: Trade Paperback
What happens when the person you trust the most becomes your captor? In What Lies Between Us, bestselling author John Marrs pushes the boundaries of psychological suspense with a tale so dark, so claustrophobic, and so twisted that it will make even the most seasoned thriller fan squirm.
From the very first page, Marrs lures readers into a sinister world where love and hate coexist under one roof—and where family secrets fester like open wounds.
A Mother. A Daughter. A Locked Door.
The novel centers around two women: Maggie and Nina.
Maggie lives in the attic, shackled and locked up. Every other night, her daughter Nina brings her down for dinner—before chaining her back upstairs. Why? That’s the central mystery Marrs unravels slowly and painfully, using dual perspectives that alternate between Maggie and Nina. As each woman reveals bits of her past and the events that led to this macabre living arrangement, the truth morphs constantly, pulling the rug out from under readers again and again.
This isn’t just a thriller—it’s a psychological chess match.
What Makes It Work
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Unreliable Narrators at Their Finest
Maggie and Nina take turns telling the story, and you’ll find yourself switching allegiances with each chapter. Marrs masterfully manipulates the reader, feeding just enough truth to make you question everything you thought you understood. -
Tension That Never Lets Up
With short chapters, fast pacing, and a mounting sense of dread, What Lies Between Us reads like a horror movie set in a suburban living room. You can practically hear the clock ticking as secrets spill, one by one. -
Themes of Trauma, Control, and Consequence
Marrs dives deep into family dysfunction, mental health, and the ripple effect of unhealed wounds. But be warned—this is not a story for the faint of heart. Topics like abuse, captivity, and psychological manipulation are central to the narrative.
Reader Reactions: Shock, Awe, and Audible Gasps
This book has a reputation—and it’s well earned. Across book communities, readers have described it as:
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“One of the most gripping psychological thrillers I’ve ever read.”
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“A rollercoaster of WTF moments.”
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“Emotionally jarring… I couldn’t put it down, but I needed a break when I finished.”
Reddit threads, Goodreads reviews, and fan blogs all echo the same theme: What Lies Between Us is a bold, dark, unforgettable story that punches you in the gut and dares you to keep reading.
The Bottom Line
If you’re looking for a psychological thriller that plays with structure, twists your expectations, and dives into the darkest corners of family bonds, What Lies Between Us is essential reading. Just don’t expect an easy ride.
Final Verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars
✔️ For fans of Gone Girl, The Push, or Sharp Objects
❌ Not recommended for readers sensitive to psychological abuse or confinement themes
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