55 pages 1 hour read

Kate Alice Marshall

No One Can Know: A Novel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2024

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In No One Can Know by Kate Alice Marshall, main character Emma Palmer, whose parents were mysteriously shot dead 14 years ago, moves back to her childhood home with her husband, Nathan, due to a financial crisis. As Emma reconnects with her estranged sisters, Daphne and JJ, she unearths disturbing family secrets while investigating her parents’ murder, ultimately discovering the true events that transpired that fateful night. The novel contains descriptions of emotional and domestic abuse, anti-LGBTQ+ bias, and references to suicide.

Reviews & Readership

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No One Can Know by Kate Alice Marshall masterfully blends suspense and emotional depth, drawing readers into a gripping narrative. Positive reviews highlight its well-developed characters and intricate plot twists. However, some critiques mention pacing issues and a somewhat predictable ending. Overall, it is considered a compelling read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read No One Can Know?

Readers who relish No One Can Know by Kate Alice Marshall typically enjoy young adult thrillers with supernatural twists. Fans of The Diviners by Libba Bray or The Darkest Minds by Alexandra Bracken will appreciate this gripping, atmospheric novel filled with secrets and suspense.

Recommended

Reading Age

14-18years

Book Details

Genre

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction

Themes

Relationships: Siblings

Relationships: Family

Values/Ideas: Safety & Danger