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This book is one of my favorites by Peter Swanson, and I believe I have read all of his books. I'm not sure I'd necessarily categorize it as horror, since that is the theme this month, but the story would make a great horror movie, in my opinion. So, I'm going to add it to this month's review!
The story follows Abigail, a young woman who falls in love with millionaire Bruce Lamb and decides that his promise of a happy ever after is just what she needs! Bruce isn't Abigail's typical type; he's level-headed, stable, and just an all-around nice guy.
Days before the wedding, at her bachelorette party, Abigail indulges in a one-night stand with a steamy mystery man for one last time! The following day, Abigail is racked with guilt and decides to keep her rendezvous a secret from Bruce. She heads to her wedding more determined than ever to embrace life with her solid and secure fiancé. The wedding is held at an idyllic home in the countryside, and the couple dances their first dance to Every Breath You Take by The Police. During their dance, Abigail actually listens to the lyrics of this quite creepy song (seriously, pick apart those lyrics!) and feels some trepidation, but she pushes that feeling away and lets herself feel safe in the arms of her new husband.
Now it's off to their honeymoon on a secluded island, and that's where shit really starts to go sideways. The resort is exclusive, and Abigail notices that many of the men there actually know each other. Then, to add to the uncomfy feeling, enter the mysterious stranger with whom Abigail had her tryst. Abigail runs into the man she cheated on her now husband with, and he claims he will do whatever it takes to get her to leave Bruce and continue a relationship with him. What happens next will keep you engaged and reading way past your bedtime, but I won't give anything away! I highly recommend this fast-paced novel. Happy reading!
