Book description
A battle for dominance erupts between a monstrous mother and her meek son, in this psychological thriller by the author of Bad Company and Uninvited.
Dennis is in his thirties. He has an ineffectual father, a domineering mother, and a socially awkward demeanor. Nevertheless, he’s determined to find a girlfriend,…
Why read it?
1 author picked Mother Said So as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Have you ever read a book and thought—what did I just read? Well, this is that book for me. I loved the entire cast filled with deranged and disturbed characters. I love my thrillers, dark and creepy, and this one definitely checks that box.
I loved this book because not only was there a completely shocking and surprising ending, but there was also an utterly jaw-dropping twist partway through that had me questioning everything. I still think about this book most days, and for me, that’s a sign of a cracking thriller.
From Charlotte's list on plot twists that will leave your jaw on the floor.
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