Two strangers search for the truth behind bizarre occurrences no one else dares to discuss—only to discover that they’re connected by secrets that could destroy them both. A thrilling and twisty novel by the acclaimed author of the Mindy’s Book Studio pick I’ll Stop the World.
When sixteen-year-old Angie Stewart starts hearing a mysterious voice in her house, she’s thrilled at the possibility of a ghost. Finally, something interesting is happening in her boring hometown of East Henderson, Pennsylvania. But why is she the only one who can hear it? And what does it want from her?
Meanwhile, first-year teacher Madelyn Zhao just got the keys to her new home, which is located close to her job, within walking distance of a dog park—and, most importantly, in the town where her cousin went missing several years ago. No one in East Henderson wants to talk about what happened, but Madelyn is determined to find answers.
As the two strangers search for clues, their investigations begin to point toward the same dark place. But by the time they realize that the truth could be deadly, it’s too late to turn back. And someone out there will stop at nothing to make sure their secrets stay buried.
Genre: Mystery
When sixteen-year-old Angie Stewart starts hearing a mysterious voice in her house, she’s thrilled at the possibility of a ghost. Finally, something interesting is happening in her boring hometown of East Henderson, Pennsylvania. But why is she the only one who can hear it? And what does it want from her?
Meanwhile, first-year teacher Madelyn Zhao just got the keys to her new home, which is located close to her job, within walking distance of a dog park—and, most importantly, in the town where her cousin went missing several years ago. No one in East Henderson wants to talk about what happened, but Madelyn is determined to find answers.
As the two strangers search for clues, their investigations begin to point toward the same dark place. But by the time they realize that the truth could be deadly, it’s too late to turn back. And someone out there will stop at nothing to make sure their secrets stay buried.
Genre: Mystery
Praise for this book
"A hip, fresh, mind-bending mystery with characters you'll love to pieces. Madelyn is incredibly real, and her clever sleuthing skills bring to mind a modern-day paranormal Nancy Drew - righting serious wrongs and bringing justice to the land. Not to mention she's the perfect foil to the jaw-droppingly yummy Alex. Loved it!" - J T Ellison
"You Shouldn't Be Here will touch your heart in ways you could never expect. Thoman has created a charming but tense story that drew me in and wouldn't let go. I was riveted from the first page." - R J Jacobs
"You Shouldn't Be Here is the best kind of dual timeline story - where everything is connected, nothing is as it seems, and I never saw the final twist coming. Lauren Thoman's latest is the perfect blend of authentic characters and page-turning mystery: unsettling, surprising, and deliciously satisfying." - Jessica Strawser
"You Shouldn't Be Here will touch your heart in ways you could never expect. Thoman has created a charming but tense story that drew me in and wouldn't let go. I was riveted from the first page." - R J Jacobs
"You Shouldn't Be Here is the best kind of dual timeline story - where everything is connected, nothing is as it seems, and I never saw the final twist coming. Lauren Thoman's latest is the perfect blend of authentic characters and page-turning mystery: unsettling, surprising, and deliciously satisfying." - Jessica Strawser
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