All the Dangerous Things

Following up her instant New York Times bestseller, A Flicker in the Dark, Stacy Willingham delivers a totally gripping thriller about a desperate mother with a troubled past in All the Dangerous Things.

 

One year ago, Isabelle Drake's life changed forever: her toddler son, Mason, was taken out of his crib in the middle of the night while she and her husband were asleep in the next room. With little evidence and few leads for the police to chase, the case quickly went cold. However, Isabelle cannot rest until Mason is returned to her—literally.

 

Except for the occasional catnap or small blackout where she loses track of time, she hasn’t slept in a year.

 

Isabelle's entire existence now revolves around finding him, but she knows she can’t go on this way forever. In hopes of jarring loose a new witness or buried clue, she agrees to be interviewed by a true-crime podcaster—but his interest in Isabelle's past makes her nervous. His incessant questioning paired with her severe insomnia has brought up uncomfortable memories from her own childhood, making Isabelle start to doubt her recollection of the night of Mason’s disappearance, as well as second-guess who she can trust... including herself. But she is determined to figure out the truth no matter where it leads.

BUY THE BOOK

352 pages

Average rating: 7.75

881 RATINGS

|

46 REVIEWS

Community Reviews

BookSwoons
Jan 08, 2025
8/10 stars
I found All the Dangerous Things to be a gripping psychological thriller that kept me engaged. Initially, I lost interest when the focus shifted to Isabelle's sleepwalking, as it felt like it might follow a predictable path seen in other books. However, around the 75% mark, the plot took a surprising turn that really captured my attention. While there are some darker moments throughout, the story ultimately explores profound themes of motherhood and guilt. The ending was much more satisfying than the middle, wrapping up the mystery in a compelling way. Overall, it’s a solid read that kept me on my toes!
Anonymous
Jan 02, 2025
10/10 stars
Twists and turns you never see coming!
I thought I knew how this story was gonna pan out...but once one secret is revealed...then another...then another...you're left in disbelief!
Highly recommend
Anonymous
Nov 18, 2024
8/10 stars
I liked the way the book pushed us to doubt the narrator (even tho I sensed Ben's bad vibes already). Solid thriller and ending. Hope Waylon and Isabelle stay close<3
whatmaddiread
Oct 21, 2024
8/10 stars
I got psychological whiplash from this one! The setting is beautifully written, and it definitely adds to the suspense.
hannahmariee
Aug 16, 2024
7/10 stars
I loved this book! A slow beginning but it was securely worth it my only complaint would be the overuse of similes throughout the book. I loved learning more about the characters through all the twists and turns of the book!

See why thousands of readers are using Bookclubs to stay connected.