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Something in the Water

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Written by: Catherine Steadman
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 A shocking discovery on a honeymoon in paradise changes the lives of a picture-perfect couple in this taut psychological thriller debut—for readers of Ruth Ware, Paula Hawkins, and Shari Lapena.

“A psychological thriller that captivated me from page one. What unfolds makes for a wild, page-turning ride! It’s the perfect beach read!”—Reese Witherspoon (Reese’s Book Club x Hello Sunshine book pick)

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If you could make one simple choice that would change your life forever, would you?

Erin is a documentary filmmaker on the brink of a professional breakthrough, Mark a handsome investment banker with big plans. Passionately in love, they embark on a dream honeymoon to the tropical island of Bora Bora, where they enjoy the sun, the sand, and each other. Then, while scuba diving in the crystal blue sea, they find something in the water. . . .

Could the life of your dreams be the stuff of nightmares?

Suddenly the newlyweds must make a dangerous choice: to speak out or to protect their secret. After all, if no one else knows, who would be hurt? Their decision will trigger a devastating chain of events. . . .

Have you ever wondered how long it takes to dig a grave?

Wonder no longer. Catherine Steadman’s enthralling voice shines throughout this spellbinding debut novel. With piercing insight and fascinating twists, Something in the Water challenges the reader to confront the hopes we desperately cling to, the ideals we’re tempted to abandon, and the perfect lies we tell ourselves.

Advance praise for Something in the Water

“With unreliable characters, wry voices, exquisite pacing, and a twisting plot, [Catherine] Steadman potently draws upon her acting chops. . . . A darkly glittering gem of a thriller from a new writer to watch.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“Captivating . . . daring . . . The threats and increasingly bad decisions accelerate with Bourne-like velocity. . . . Steadman [is] a newcomer worth watching.”—Publishers Weekly

“An unbearably tense debut with a knockout premise, Something in the Water had me hooked from the very first sentence. Thrilling and thought-provoking, it’s the perfect beach read. I devoured it!”—Riley Sager, bestselling author of Final Girls Genre Fiction Literary Fiction Psychological Suspense Thriller & Suspense Women's Fiction Scary Fiction Dream Exciting Crime Mystery Thriller Psychological Horror
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a bit predictable, not as suspenseful as I would expect for a "thriller". Still enjoyable.

just okay.

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This book is full of delicious twists and turns! Keeps you hooked until the end. I love when books are read by the author because you know that this is exactly how the story is meant to be heard. Greatly recommended. #Audible1

Great listen!

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loved it, had a fun twist at the end that I had not expected.

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great book

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It dragged on a bit for me, but the story was good. Steadman narrated it well. Nice little twist to the story.

"Hurry up and get to the point"

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I loved everything about this book. The storey line was compelling and interesting and kept me guessing the whole time. The characters were well developed. My favourite part was Catherine Steadman’s narration - her voice, tone, delivery, everything was just perfect with it. Can’t wait for the next novel by her!

Fantastic

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