The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager

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The House Across the Lake is a gripping psychological thriller from bestselling author Riley Sager, blending elements of suspense, mystery, and the supernatural. Known for his twist-filled narratives, Sager delivers a chilling story that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. The novel follows Casey Fletcher, a recently widowed actress who escapes to her family’s remote lake house in Vermont to recover from her personal and professional downfall. Struggling with alcoholism and grief, Casey spends her days drinking bourbon and watching the residents across the lake—especially Tom and Katherine Royce, an affluent and seemingly perfect couple. Katherine, a former supermodel, appears to have it all: beauty, success, and a devoted husband. But as Casey becomes obsessed with observing the couple through her binoculars, she notices troubling signs—strange behavior, intense arguments, and then, suddenly, Katherine vanishes. Convinced that something sinister has happened, Casey inserts herself into the mystery, determined to uncover the truth. However, as she digs deeper, she begins to question what she’s really seeing. Her alcohol-fueled paranoia, unreliable memory, and the eerie history of the lake make her doubt her own sanity. As past and present collide, shocking twists unravel, leading to an explosive revelation that no one sees coming. With an atmospheric setting, unreliable narration, and Sager’s signature jaw-dropping twists, The House Across the Lake is a haunting and suspenseful read, perfect for fans of The Girl on the Train and Gone Girl. It’s a dark, thrilling ride that will leave readers questioning everything—even reality itself.