The Wrong Family by Tarryn Fisher

Rating: ★★★☆☆

Dates Read: 7/28/23 - 8/1/23

    Juno thought she knew the Crouch family, but she was wrong. Moving in with them, she believed they had the perfect life, but as she settles into their home, she discovers the facade is crumbling. With her own grim diagnosis, Juno seeks a peaceful place to spend her remaining days, but everything changes when she overhears a chilling conversation between Winnie and Nigel.

    Though she knows she shouldn't get involved, Juno sees an opportunity to make things right. Uncovering her own secrets along the way, she realizes that everyone has their own hidden truths. In this gripping tale, appearances can be deceiving, and Juno must confront the darkness that lurks beneath the surface to find her own peace.

    'The Wrong Family' by Tarryn Fisher is a dark and twisted thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Nothing is as it seems, and the revelations just keep coming, leaving you guessing until the very last page.

    The characters in the story are complex and intriguing, especially Winnie and Juno. They are both likable and unlikable, depending on whose perspective we're seeing and where we are in the story. Fisher crafts their personalities so well that you can't help but be captivated by their twisted relationship and secrets.

    As the tension builds, you become immersed in the plot, and the catastrophic climax feels entirely plausible, making it all the more chilling. The dynamics between the characters are fascinating, and their flaws and quirks add depth to the story. Fisher's writing style is engaging, and she masterfully weaves the plot, keeping you hooked until the very end.