There Should Have Been Eight By Nalini Singh

In Nalini Singh's chilling thriller, a remote estate in New Zealand’s Southern Alps becomes the setting for a reunion that will change lives forever. Seven friends gather for one final weekend at Bea’s family’s grand but deteriorating mansion, a place straight out of a gothic novel. They’ve come together to remember Bea, who was lost to them nine years ago. The group includes best friends, old flames, secret enemies, and new lovers—each with their own secrets and unresolved tensions.

As a snowstorm traps them at the edge of eternity, the opulent yet crumbling mansion becomes a prison, forcing the friends to confront their past and each other. The storm’s isolation strips away the facade of normalcy, exposing long-buried grief, bitterness, and resentment. The group’s collective trauma and unresolved issues surface, revealing the complexities of their relationships and the impact of Bea’s death on each of them.

The weekend spirals into a tense and claustrophobic atmosphere where the pretense of civility collapses. The unsettling feeling that Bea’s death was not as it seemed hangs heavily in the air. As the storm rages on, the truth about what happened to Bea begins to unravel. With no room for lies and nowhere to hide, the friends are forced to confront the shocking reality of their shared past. In this gripping thriller, Singh masterfully weaves a tale of suspense, betrayal, and revelation, leading to a dramatic and unexpected climax. 📚❤️