End of Story by A J Finn

this gripping thriller reminiscent of "Knives Out," author of the #1 New York Times bestseller "The Woman in the Window," delivers a spellbinding tale that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

When reclusive mystery novelist Sebastian Trapp sends a startling invitation to his longtime correspondent Nicky Hunter, she finds herself drawn into a web of intrigue that spans two decades. With Trapp's impending death looming, Nicky is tasked with helping him draft his life story, uncovering long-buried secrets and mysteries along the way.

As Nicky delves into Sebastian's past, she becomes entangled in a real-life detective story that leads her to question everything she thought she knew. With the disappearance of Sebastian's first wife and teenage son still haunting the present, Nicky must untangle the threads of deception and betrayal to uncover the truth.

But as secrets are unearthed and tensions rise, Nicky and Sebastian's daughter, Madeleine, begin to suspect that there is more to Sebastian's past than meets the eye. And when a shocking discovery rocks the family to its core, they realize that the past is not as distant as they once believed.

With its twists and turns, "Life is Hard" is a riveting tale of love, betrayal, and the enduring power of family. Fans of gripping thrillers will be captivated by this page-turner from one of the genre's most talented storytellers.