Darby Kane, the author of the critically acclaimed and #1 International Bestseller Pretty Little Wife, has crafted another gripping and twisty suspense about an invitation to an exclusive club that comes with deadly consequences.
They meet the second Tuesday of every month and voteand then someone dies.
Over the last few years, prominent peoplea retired diplomat, beloved basketball coach, the CEO of an empirehave died in a series of fluke accidents and shocking suicides. Theres no apparent connection, no signs of foul play. Behind it all is a powerful group of women, the Sophie Foundation, who meet over wine and cheese to review files of men who behave very, very badly, and then mete out justice.
Jessa Hall jumped at the mysterious, exclusive invitation to this secret club. The invite comes when shes at her lowest, aching for a way to take back control. After years of fighting and scratching to get ahead, shes ready for a chance to make the bad guys lose. Jessa soon realizes, though, just how far shes willing to go and how dangerous this game has become.
Once in the group, its impossible to get out. She has nowhere to turn except former friend Gabby Fielding who is investigating the mysterious death of her ex-husband. Aligned in their goal to take down the Foundation, Gabby and Jessa need each other but working together doesnt mean they trust each otheror that either will survive to tell the truth.
Dive into a world of secrets, suspense, and deadly justice with Darby Kane's gripping thriller, "The Last Invitation: A Novel." From the author of the acclaimed international bestseller "Pretty Little Wife," this twisty tale explores the dark side of power and the lengths to which some will go to right perceived wrongs. Behind a veil of seemingly accidental deaths and shocking suicides lies the Sophie Foundation, a clandestine group of women who meet in secret to judge and punish men they deem guilty of heinous acts. They operate outside the bounds of the law, delivering their own brand of justice with chilling precision. Jessa Hall, reeling from personal and professional setbacks, receives an enigmatic invitation to join this exclusive club. The promise of empowerment and the chance to finally strike back against those who exploit and abuse is too tempting to resist. Eager to reclaim control over her life, Jessa eagerly accepts, unaware of the dangerous game she's about to enter. As Jessa delves deeper into the Foundation's activities, she begins to question the morality of their actions and the true cost of their brand of justice. The lines between right and wrong blur, and she grapples with the terrifying realization that she may be in over her head. Escape, she soon discovers, is not an option. Her only hope lies with Gabby Fielding, a former friend who is independently investigating the suspicious death of her ex-husband. Gabby suspects the Sophie Foundation's involvement and seeks to expose their dark secrets. Forced to trust each other despite a fractured past, Jessa and Gabby must navigate a treacherous web of lies and betrayals to uncover the truth before they become the Foundation's next targets. "The Last Invitation" is a pulse-pounding psychological thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Darby Kane expertly crafts a suspenseful narrative filled with complex characters, shocking twists, and thought-provoking questions about justice, revenge, and the price of power. Explore themes of female empowerment, morality, and the potential for corruption, this book will resonate with readers long after they finish reading. Perfect for fans of authors like Lisa Jewell, Ruth Ware, and Liv Constantine, "The Last Invitation" is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a dark, twisty, and unforgettable thriller. Get your copy today and prepare to be captivated by Darby Kane's masterful storytelling.