The Girl I Used to Be

Dive into a world of secrets, lies, and escalating terror with "The Girl I Used to Be" by acclaimed suspense author Mary Torjussen. This gripping psychological thriller will have you on the edge of your seat as you unravel a web of blackmail, forgotten memories, and a past that refuses to stay buried. Gemma Brogan, a successful real estate agent, wakes up with a pounding headache and a hazy recollection of the previous night's dinner with a potential client. A night she desperately wishes she could fully remember. Soon, fragments of that evening begin to surface in the form of disturbing mementos a compromising photo, a damning video clip, and other even more sinister revelations. Each piece serves as a chilling reminder of a night Gemma can't piece together and a terrifying warning of what's to come. As the blackmail intensifies, Gemma's carefully constructed life begins to crumble around her. Her marriage, already fragile, is pushed to the brink. The constant paranoia and the feeling of losing control force her to confront a long-repressed trauma from her past a night years ago that irrevocably changed her life. But what exactly happened that night, and how is it connected to the present-day threats she's receiving? Torjussen masterfully crafts a narrative filled with suspense, red herrings, and shocking twists. Gemma is a compelling and complex character, struggling to reconcile the woman she is today with the girl she once was. The reader is drawn into her growing desperation as she battles to protect her secrets, her marriage, and ultimately, herself. "The Girl I Used to Be" is more than just a thriller; it's an exploration of memory, guilt, and the lengths we go to protect the ones we love. It's a story about how the past can haunt us, how secrets can destroy us, and how sometimes, the only way to move forward is to confront the darkness we've tried so hard to bury. Perfect for fans of authors like Lisa Jewell and B.A. Paris, this page-turner will leave you guessing until the very last page. Get ready to lose yourself in a world where nothing is as it seems, and everyone has something to hide. Published by Berkley, this edition of "The Girl I Used to Be" is a must-read for anyone who loves a suspenseful and thought-provoking thriller.