Introduction

"Barbara Freethy’s suspense novels are explosively good!" — New York Times Bestselling Author Toni Anderson

In this heart-stopping psychological thriller, Emily Hollister's seemingly perfect life unravels when she becomes the target of someone intent on taking over her life.

"I know what you did."

The anonymous note starts an ominous game of cat and mouse. Soon, Emily finds herself trapped in a web of gaslighting and manipulation. Someone is lurking in the shadows, observing her every move, and insidiously replacing her in her own existence.

With no one she can trust, Emily turns to a stranger for help, an ex-soldier with his own baggage to carry, but is he who he appears to be?

As the danger escalates, Emily fights to put an end to the terrifying charade. With all the skeletons in her past, unmasking her tormentor is no easy task, but if she fails, she may find herself erased from her own life.

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Excerpt

CHAPTER ONE

Lights. Camera. Action…

Words I'd said before as a film director. Words that were going through my head now as an honoree for the prestigious Top 30 Under 30 List by VIP Magazine.

I wasn't ready for the lights, the cameras, or the action. But as I looked out the window of the limo, which was crawling through the heavy Los Angeles traffic, I realized I needed to get ready fast. I could see the bright spotlights surrounding the entrance to the Excelsior Hotel in Hollywood, where the red carpet was set up, and photographers were waiting to snap photos of me and the other twenty-nine rising stars. ... view entire excerpt...

Discussion Questions

Questions from the author:

1. Discuss the theme of identity in the novel. How does Emily's sense of self-change throughout the story? How does the antagonist manipulate her sense of identity? How does the idea of someone trying to take over Emily's life resonate with the fears and anxieties of modern society?

2. Consider the role of the past in shaping the events of the novel. How do Emily's past actions and experiences come back to haunt her? How does the author use the past to create tension and drive the plot forward?

3. How does the theme of deception and manipulation play out in the novel? Discuss instances where characters are deceived or manipulate others. How does this impact the story's suspense and tension?How does the author use Emily's backstory to deepen the suspense and develop her character?

4. The novel introduces a stranger, an ex-soldier, who becomes Emily's ally in her fight against her tormentor. How does their relationship evolve throughout the story? What role does trust play in their interactions, and how does this impact the plot's development?

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