Nicole Lundrigan, a writer from Ottawa, Ontario, is known for her compelling novels like Unraveling Arva and Glass Boys. Her stories explore themes of family dynamics, Mental Health, and small-town life, earning her a devoted following and critical acclaim.
Hideaway follows Rowan and Maisy, two siblings trapped under the control of their manipulative mother, Gloria. When Rowan escapes, he seeks refuge with a stranger, but soon discovers that his new “safe place” isn’t as secure as he thought. As Rowan navigates his escape, Gloria’s influence continues to haunt them both, and the story unravels layers of family dysfunction, trauma, and hidden dangers.
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Nicole Lundrigan’s The Substitute is a slow-burning psychological thriller that creeps under your skin and stays there. It’s dark, unsettling, and deeply psychological, focusing on the twisted relationship between a mother and her son.
The story follows Warren Botts, a socially awkward substitute teacher who finds himself entangled in a nightmare when a student of his, Amanda, is found dead. As suspicion falls on...