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Things We Do in the Dark
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Book Brief
352
Novel • Fiction
Seattle, Washington • Contemporary
2022
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Things We Do in the Dark by Jennifer Hillier follows Paris Peralta, a yoga instructor who is arrested for the murder of her husband, actor-comedian Jimmy Peralta. As she battles legal troubles and media scrutiny, Paris's secret past as Joey Reyes, daughter of the infamous "Ice Queen" Ruby Reyes, surfaces, leading her to confront old wounds and dangerous blackmail threats involving millions of dollars. This novel includes descriptions of child abuse, drug and alcohol abuse, sexual assault, and death by suicide.
Dark
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Emotional
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
118,358 ratings
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Review Roundup
Things We Do in the Dark by Jennifer Hillier intertwines psychological suspense with compelling character arcs. Readers praise its gripping plot and thrilling twists. However, some critics feel the pacing can be uneven and that certain plot points strain believability. Overall, Hillier crafts a dark, engaging tale that will keep readers hooked until the end.
Who Should Read Things We Do in the Dark?
Things We Do in the Dark by Jennifer Hillier appeals to readers who enjoy psychological thrillers featuring complex characters and dark secrets. Fans of Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins’s The Girl on the Train will appreciate Hillier's suspenseful, twist-laden narrative and skillful storytelling.
118,358 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Ruby Reyes
Ruby Reyes
The antagonist known as the "Ice Queen," characterized by her ruthless and calculating nature, who uses her daughter for personal gain while navigating the challenges of being a first-generation Filipina immigrant.
Drew Malcolm
Drew Malcolm
An investigative journalist and moral compass in the story, whose relentless pursuit of truth and justice is complicated by his unresolved feelings and protective instincts toward Joey/Paris.
Elsie Dixon
Elsie Dixon
A long-standing friend and attorney to Jimmy Peralta, whose deep and unrequited love for him spans decades, marking her as a figure with a complex relationship to the central events.
352
Novel • Fiction
Seattle, Washington • Contemporary
2022
Adult
18+ years
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