In Keep It In The Family, bestselling author John Marrs delivers a psychological thriller that grabs you by the throat and never lets go. The story opens with Mia and Finn, a young couple eager to turn a dilapidated house into their dream home, only to uncover the dark secrets hidden within its walls. When Mia discovers a cryptic message scratched into a skirting board—I WILL SAVE THEM FROM THE ATTIC—the couple is thrust into a terrifying mystery that reveals their new home was once the scene of several brutal murders. What they unearth in the attic is just the beginning of a series of twists that spiral far beyond their expectations.

While the book starts off slowly, taking its time to build the suspense, it picks up momentum about a third of the way in, and I found myself hooked, wishing I’d read it faster. The narrative shifts between multiple characters and perspectives, keeping the reader on their toes. Marrs expertly uses these jumps—whether through alternating narrators or news articles—to keep the mystery fresh and ever-evolving. Each time I thought I had the plot figured out, it took a sharp turn, and I was constantly left questioning everything. The surprises kept coming, and I loved how the story continued to unfold in ways I never expected.

Mia’s obsession with the crimes that occurred in the house, especially as she nears the end of her pregnancy, is both chilling and compelling. Her determination to uncover the truth is palpable, and as the danger escalates, so does the tension in the narrative. Marrs knows how to craft a twisty, unpredictable plot that will keep fans of psychological thrillers turning the pages late into the night. If you’re a fan of twist-filled thrillers with unexpected turns and an engaging cast of characters, Keep It In The Family is an absolute must-read. Just when you think it’s all over, it’s only just begun—and you won’t be able to put it down.