"Perfect Little Children" by Sophie Hannah is a gripping psychological thriller that plunges readers into a world of secrets, deception, and the murky depths of human nature. The story follows Beth Leeson, a middle-aged woman who decides to peek into her old friend Flora's life after 12 years of estrangement. What she discovers on Flora's Facebook profile shocks her to the core: Flora's children haven't aged a day since Beth last saw them over a decade ago.

Determined to uncover the truth behind this bizarre revelation, Beth embarks on a quest for answers that leads her down a twisted path of deception and betrayal. As she delves deeper into Flora's life, she unravels a web of secrets that threatens to shatter the carefully constructed facade of suburban bliss.

But Beth isn't the only one harboring secrets. Flora, it turns out, has been hiding a dark past, and she'll stop at nothing to keep it buried. As the truth slowly comes to light, Beth finds herself caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, where the stakes are higher than she ever imagined.

Sophie Hannah masterfully crafts a story that keeps readers guessing until the very end. With its intricate plot twists and complex characters, "Perfect Little Children" is a rollercoaster ride of suspense and thrills. But it's also a thought-provoking exploration of the lengths people will go to protect their secrets and the consequences of living a lie.

From the eerie atmosphere of the suburban neighborhood to the heart-pounding moments of suspense, every page is filled with tension and intrigue. And beneath it all lies a haunting question: How well do we really know the people closest to us? As Beth races to uncover the truth, she'll discover that sometimes the greatest monsters are the ones hiding in plain sight.🤍✨