In my dream I hold a knife by Ashley Winstead

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Book details-

Title- In my dream I hold a knife

Author- Ashley Winstead

Publisher- Sourcebooks Landmark

Publishing year - 2021

No. Of pages - 352

Six friends.
One college reunion.
One unsolved murder.

A college reunion turns dark and deadly in this chilling and propulsive suspense novel about six friends, one unsolved murder, and the dark secrets they’ve been hiding from each other—and themselves—for a decade.

Ten years after graduation, Jessica Miller has planned her triumphant return to southern, elite Duquette University, down to the envious whispers that are sure to follow in her wake. Everyone is going to see the girl she wants them to see—confident, beautiful, indifferent—not the girl she was when she left campus, back when Heather’s murder fractured everything, including the tight bond linking the six friends she’d been closest to since freshman year.

Ten years ago, everything fell apart, including the dreams she worked for her whole life—and her relationship with the one person she wasn’t supposed to love.

But not everyone is ready to move on. Not everyone left Duquette ten years ago, and not everyone can let Heather’s murder go unsolved. Someone is determined to trap the real killer, to make the guilty pay. When the six friends are reunited, they will be forced to confront what happened that night—and the years’ worth of secrets each of them would do anything to keep hidden.

My thoughts-

"In my dreams i hold a knife " by Ashley Winsteac delves into the lives of a group of highschool friends who reunite after years of separation, only to be confronted by the haunting specter of a tragic death. As they gather in their hometown, drawn together by the untimely demise of one of their own, old wounds reopen and buried secrets threaten to tear apart the fragile fabric of their friendship. Against the backdrop of grief and loss, the friends must navigate their tangled emotions and uncover the truth behind the shocking event that shattered their lives.

"In my dreams I hold a knife" is a gripping exploration of the enduring bonds of friendship in the face of unspeakable tragedy. From the outset, the novel plunges readers into a world of sorrow and uncertainty as the friends grapple with the sudden loss of one of their own. The author skillfully captures the raw emotions of grief and mourning, painting a vivid portrait of characters struggling to come to terms with the senseless death that has rocked their tight-knit community.

What sets this book apart is its unflinching portrayal of the complexities of human relationships in the wake of loss. Each character reacts differently to the tragedy, revealing layers of vulnerability and resilience beneath their outward facades. As they confront their own guilt, regret, and anger, the friends are forced to confront uncomfortable truths about themselves and their past actions.

The novel's narrative unfolds with a sense of urgency, each chapter ratcheting up the tension as the friends delve deeper into the circumstances surrounding their friend's death. Through flashbacks and interwoven storylines, the author gradually unravels the mystery at the heart of the tragedy, keeping readers guessing until the final, heart-wrenching revelation.

Ultimately, this book is a haunting meditation on loss, redemption, and the enduring power of friendship. With its richly drawn characters, evocative prose, and gripping storyline, it's a captivating read that will linger in the minds of readers long after the last page is turned.

This is a masterfully crafted mystery that keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the final, shocking revelation. From the moment the friends reunite, there's a palpable sense of tension in the air, as each character harbors their own secrets and hidden agendas. The author deftly builds suspense, layering clues and red herrings throughout the narrative to keep readers guessing until the very end.