Something in the Water: A Reese's Book Club
by Catherine Steadman
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THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICK WITH MORE THAN A MILLION COPIES SOLD
"A psychological thriller that captivated me from page one. What unfolds makes for a wild, page-turning ride! It's the perfect beach read!"--Reese Witherspoon
A shocking discovery on a honeymoon in paradise changes the lives of a picture-perfect couple in this taut psychological thriller from the author of Mr. Nobody and The Disappearing Act.
"Steadman keeps the suspense ratcheted up."--The New York Times
ITW THRILLER AWARD FINALIST - NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY GLAMOUR AND NEWSWEEK
If you could make one simple choice that would change your life forever, would you?
Erin is a documentary filmmaker on the brink of a professional breakthrough, Mark a handsome investment banker with big plans. Passionately in love, they embark on a dream honeymoon to the tropical island of Bora Bora, where they enjoy the sun, the sand, and each other. Then, while scuba diving in the crystal blue sea, they find something in the water. . . .
Could the life of your dreams be the stuff of nightmares?
Suddenly the newlyweds must make a dangerous choice: to speak out or to protect their secret. After all, if no one else knows, who would be hurt? Their decision will trigger a devastating chain of events. . . .
Have you ever wondered how long it takes to dig a grave?
Wonder no longer. Catherine Steadman's enthralling voice shines throughout this spellbinding debut novel. With piercing insight and fascinating twists, Something in the Water challenges the reader to confront the hopes we desperately cling to, the ideals we're tempted to abandon, and the perfect lies we tell ourselves.
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Book Details
- ISBN
- 9781524797676
- Binding
- Paperback
- Authors
- Catherine Steadman
- Publisher
- Ballantine Books
- Published Date
- April 9, 2019
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 384
- Physical Info
- 7.95 in L x 5.15 in W (0.65 lb)

A bit predictable. Slow moving at times. I would not recommend it unless you want a quick read and skim the boring parts.
This story was a unique look into how bad things can happen to good people due to one bad decision leading to another. Mystery. Danger. Intrigue. It's all there.
This book is very slow developing with many unnecessary, unrelated details. For me, it was quite boring until the last few chapters. It definitely does not have the suspense, “can’t put it down” pull of many books I’ve read.
Something in the Water was a good read—well-written, with strong character development and a gripping beginning that pulls you in quickly. I found the story engaging enough to keep turning the pages, and I appreciated the author’s attention to detail and pacing.That said, I think I went in with my expectations a bit too high based on all the rave reviews. I was hoping for more suspense and unexpected twists. While the plot was interesting, it didn’t quite deliver the level of tension or surprise I was looking for in a thriller.Overall, a solid debut and worth a read, especially if you enjoy character-driven stories—but don’t expect a heart-pounding, edge-of-your-seat experience.
I’ve been reading some great suspense novels lately, and I Something in the Water is one I really enjoyed. The plot is creative and kept me engaged throughout. On the downside, I didn’t completely buy the way it ended—it felt a bit too convenient, and I’d like to think human nature isn’t quite that fickle. But maybe I’m just being naive. Still, it was an entertaining and thought-provoking read.
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