When Rachel Holohan's body is found in the river, the village of Ardnakelty questions what happened. Was she murdered or did she commit suicide? The village takes sides, and the rumors that spread threaten to ruin the life of Cal Hooper's fiancée, Lena. At the heart is a scheme by local developer Tommy Moynihan. His plan to build a factory could enhance the village's prosperity, but it could also forever change the way of life. Rachel, privy to the scheme's facts, was conflicted about the development and the extent of Monyihan's ambitions. As the mystery surrounding her death deepens, and the rumors get more far-reaching, old feuds and power dynamics are tested.
French's lyrical prose paints a vivid picture of what can happen when rumors tear apart a small village. Her depiction of the village, its inhabitants, and the reaction to a tragedy is spot-on. This novel is both suspenseful and engrossing. I have loved the character development that has unfolded over the three books. Cal, from an outsider to a village stalwart; Trey, from a semi-feral girl to a young woman with a bright future, are both indelibly printed on my memory. I will miss the residents of Ardnakelty, but I'm sure whatever direction French takes next, I'll be along for the ride.
4.5/5 stars.
Thank you, NetGalley and Viking, for an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The publication date is March 31, 2026.
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