“The bullet passes through an enormous number of blood vessels before piercing the brain and exiting out through the back of the skull.” “Do you realize the damage that a gunshot through the mouth cre- ates?” She flipped over a glossy image and pushed it forward with a slow and calculated hand. It was one of those inescapable ones that sneak up on you right in the middle of a sentence. I had been hoping the phone hadn’t caught that yawn. Twisting my wrist, I tried to find a more comfortable position. I shifted in my seat, and the handcuffs clinked together. “I listened to the call you placed to 9-1-1.” The detective studied me. She had to throw it in your face with her casual comments, her drip of wealth. People like Cat Winthorpe, who couldn’t just have the perfect life. Keeping my mouth shut was a skill I’d perfected a long time ago.
I would find out as much as I could, skirt the obvious traps, and keep my mouth shut. I sighed and brought the flimsy foam cup to my lips, forcing the bitter coffee down and wondering where my attorney was. She stayed quiet, flipping through her case folder with the speed of a tadpole. Now, under the harsh overhead light, she was downright ugly.
The detective was beanpole tall, with a gap in between her middle teeth that I could push a pretzel stick through. For both women, the desire for a perfect life can turn perfectly dangerous. But beneath their cordial interactions is a wealth of temptations, secrets, and toxic jealousy. The life next door.Īs Neena’s secret fixation grows, so does her friendship with Cat. When Neena’s infatuation escalates into obsession, it’s just a matter of eliminating a few obstacles to get the life she wants.
It’s also making Neena aware of what she doesn’t have. This beautiful new town is a step in the right direction. A life coach with off-the-rack dresses, personal issues, and a husband who hasn’t delivered, she’s anxious to move up in the world. Neena Ryder isn’t a fellow lady of leisure. While cautious, a good neighbor like Cat greets them with open arms and warm hospitality. Then a friendly new couple moves into the estate next door. Watch your husband, watch your friends, and watch your back.Ĭat Winthorpe has worked hard to get what she has: a gorgeous home social standing and William, her successful, handsome husband.
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