A rich, eccentric family. A time-honored tradition. Or a lethal game of survival? One woman finds out what it really takes to join the 1% in this riveting psychological thriller from the New York Times bestselling author of Something in the Water, Mr. Nobody, and The Disappearing Act.
Harry is a novelist on the brink of stardom; Edward, her husband-to-be, is seemingly perfect. In love and freshly engaged, their bliss is interrupted by the reemergence of the Holbecks, Edward’s eminent family and the embodiment of American old money. For years, they’ve dominated headlines and pulled society’s strings, and Edward left them all behind to forge his own path. But there are eyes and ears everywhere. It was only a matter of time before they were pulled back in . . .
After all, even though he’s long severed ties with his family, Edward is set to inherit it all. Harriet is drawn to the glamour and sophistication of the Holbecks, who seem to welcome her with open arms, but everything changes when she meets Robert, the inescapably magnetic head of the family. At their first meeting, Robert slips Harry a cassette tape, revealing a shocking confession which sets the inevitable game in motion.
What is it about Harry that made him give her that tape? A thing that has the power to destroy everything? As she ramps up her quest for the truth, she must endure the Holbecks’ savage Christmas traditions all the while knowing that losing this game could be deadly.
THE FAMILY GAME
Catherine Steadman
If you didn’t read the synopsis don’t go back and do it now. It’s much too long and filled with information that might spoil some of your joy if you plan on reading this book.
Which you definitely should!
This is the third Catherine Steadman book I’ve read and it is my favorite.
This book, THE FAMILY GAME is about a rich and powerful family that really knows how to have a good time.
It stars Harriet who is engaged to marry Edward, a member of the Holbeck Family. A family with deep roots and influence. Imagine them like the Roy Family from Succession and you’ll have a good starting point.
Edward has an unexplained tense relationship with his family and Harriet thinks it might be time to bury those old bones.
This book might be a little slow for some readers. Steadman takes time to construct the characters and highlight the family dynamics all while this game is unfolding.
There are several mini mysteries that keep you busy along the way. All leading to an ending I’m still thinking about.
I really enjoyed “The Game” and thought it reminded me of READY OR NOT. The 2019 horror comedy starring Samara Weaving.
You’ll find Ready or Not linked in the Screen Pairing below the review on mobile, and located to the right on a desktop.
Simply click on the photo to learn more!
THE FAMILY GAME…⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This one comes out on October 18, 2022. Add it to your October reading plans.
Thanks to Penguin Random House Audio for the advanced copy!
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