The Best of Friends

An unthinkable tragedy forever changes a group of teens and turns family against family in this edge-of-your-seat thriller that begs to be read in one sitting.

Best friends Lindsey, Kendra, and Dani endure every parent's nightmare when a tragic accident befalls their teenage boys, leaving one dead, another in a coma, and a third too traumatized to speak.

Reeling from the worst night of their lives, the three mothers plunge into a desperate investigation of the bizarre incident. How could something so horrible happen in their wealthy Southern California suburb?

They soon discover that the accident was just the beginning, and troubling discoveries lead to chilling questions: Do they really know their children? Do they even know each other? As more secrets surface, a fog of doubt and suspicion threatens to poison their families, their friendships, and the whole community.

With the illusion of happiness and safety long gone, these women must now confront the hazards of heartbreak, the consequences of jealousy, and the dangers of living double lives.

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283 pages

Average rating: 7.42

158 RATINGS

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Community Reviews

Vorealus
Jan 05, 2025
8/10 stars
Very good book! Read it cover to cover. Interesting topics ranging from processing grief to marital affairs and abuse.
Lashley
Oct 04, 2024
9/10 stars
Love the twists and turns. Wow, surprise ending I never saw coming!
Anonymous
Aug 30, 2024
10/10 stars
Lucinda Berry’s books are so torturous. They rip your heart out. And I love them all. This one was no different. Three best friends, three couples with so many secrets, three young boys that suffer tragically. The last paragraph in that book…
samanthajob_
Aug 01, 2024
3/10 stars
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ElaRead&TBR
Jul 13, 2024
6/10 stars
A gripping psychological thriller that delves deep into the complexities of friendship, trust, and trauma revolving around three lifelong friends—Lindsey, Kendra, and Dani—whose bond is tested by a tragic accident involving their teenage sons. As secrets unravel and the pressure mounts, the facade of their perfect lives begins to crumble, revealing the darker sides of their relationships and the lengths they will go to protect their loved ones. The portrayal of the emotional turmoil and psychological tension experienced by each character, makes the reader question the reliability of their narratives. The pacing is well-balanced, with twists and turns that keep the suspense alive until the very end. Themes of loyalty, guilt, and the impact of past traumas are explored providing a thought-provoking read that stays with you long after the final page. Overall, a compelling and emotionally charged thriller.

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