Dive into a pulse-pounding psychological thriller where family secrets and shocking pasts collide when three-year-old Millie Everleigh vanishes on a crisp winter's day. When the babysitter, stepdaughter Shelby, claims Millie is gone after only a second, the mother races home to a nightmare. As the police investigate, Shelby's story begins to unravel, and a cryptic message suggests the husband is not who he seems. In a house full of strangers and secrets, the question remains: will the truth be exposed in time to save their precious child?

This gripping novel by Nicole Trope explores the lies we tell ourselves to survive, promising a read that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final, gasp-worthy twist.

• A completely gripping psychological thriller full of twists.
• Explores themes of family secrets, shocking pasts, and survival lies.
• Perfect for fans of authors like Lisa Jewell and Liane Moriarty.
• Written in English.

• Author: Nicole Trope
• Binding: Paperback
• Print Length: 320 pages
• Language: English
• Publication Date: May 21, 2026
• ISBN-10: 1836188978
• ISBN-13: 978-1836188971
• Dimensions: 196 x 30 x 128mm
• Weight: 228g

Race through the pages of this unputdownable thriller where every character harbors a secret. Secure your copy of The Stepchild today and prepare for a nail-biting ride.