The perfect life. The perfect home. But at what price?Ruth Parker is desperate for love and attention. Overlooked as a child by her cold and hostile mother, Joy, in favour of her older brother, her pain manifests in loneliness and a crippling lack of self-esteem. When her mother's close childhood friend, glamorous actress Vanessa, shows an interest in her, Ruth basks in the blinding light of her attention - to her mother's disapproval.When Ruth escapes to university in London, Vanessa invites her into her stunning home in Belgravia, Wilton Place. Slowly, she begins to blossom under Vanessa's guidance, living a perfect life in a perfect home. As Vanessa begins to mould Ruth in her own image, Ruth finds herself seduced by the hypnotic, luxurious confines of Wilton Place.But when Ruth finds a locked attic in her new home, she discover that Vanessa and Joy are hiding the darkest of secrets from their childhood, secrets that threaten everything Ruth knew about her mother. How far will Ruth go to find the truth - and how much does she really want to know?A twisty, Gothic-inspired chiller that fans of Kate Morton, Louise Douglas and Kathleen McGurl will love. Praise for CE Rose:'What an emotional, twisty, rollercoaster of a novel! It kept me guessing all the way through.' Alice Hunter, author of The Serial Killer's Wife'A completely engrossing story, full of intrigue and mystery, and with a dash of romance too. Brilliant!' C.J. Cooper, author of The Book Club'A really exciting and thrilling read... with lots of twists and turns.' Reader Review'I wasn't expecting the twist... I didn't see it coming at all.' Reader Review'This book was so deliciously creepy! I devoured it in one sitting! It had me hooked from the first page.' Reader Review'My jaw literally dropped at the ultimate twist!...Honestly, one of the best books I've read this year.' Reader Review'I was absolutely dumbfounded by the ending that was so freakin' satisfying and jaw-dropping!' Reader Review'Loved this one!...Lots of twists and turns along the way. Definitely one I recommend.' Reader Review'Loved how the secrets started to unfold...With one final unexpected revelation at the end, this left me open mouthed.' Reader Review