Friends with Secrets: A Novel by Christine Gunderson
Friends with Secrets is a suspenseful novel by Christine Gunderson about two mothers whose friendship is tested by a dangerous secret from the past. Ainsley fears a figure from her history has resurfaced at her children’s school, she and Nikki work together to expose him while trying to protect their families and their new bond.
At a glance
- Ainsley and Nikki are suburban mothers with contrasting lives and personal pressures.
- A dangerous figure from Ainsley’s past becomes a coach at her children’s school.
- The two women devise a plan to expose him and safeguard their children.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines suspense with themes of imperfect motherhood, female friendship, and secrets.
- Centers on two distinct mothers and the strain of balancing family life with personal identity.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in suspense novels about friendship, motherhood, and family secrets.
- Readers looking for a story centered on two mothers protecting their children.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The supplied aggregate rating is 4.3 out of 5 stars, but no rating count or qualitative customer feedback is provided. The score alone cannot show which aspects readers liked or disliked, so consider whether the described mix of suspense, motherhood, and friendship suits your reading interests.
Frequently asked questions
What is Friends with Secrets about?
Ainsley confides in her friend Nikki after a dangerous person from her past becomes a coach at her children’s school. The two make a plan to expose him and protect their families.
Who are the central characters?
Ainsley, a mother who fears her past will catch up with her, and Nikki, a stay-at-home mother of four who misses her former television news career.
What themes does the novel explore?
The supplied description highlights the pressures of motherhood, female friendship, personal identity, and the consequences of secrets.
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