Every Secret Thing A Novel

Every Secret Thing A Novel by Laura Lippman, published by Harper Collins on August 16, 2011, is a reprint edition comprising 448 pages. This novel explores the complex themes of love, murder, guilt, and innocence through a gripping narrative that begins with two young girls who, after being excluded from a birthday party, discover an abandoned stroller containing an infant on a Baltimore street. The shocking events that follow lead to the devastation of three families, setting the stage for a haunting story that unfolds over several years.

As the narrative progresses, readers follow Alice Manning and Ronnie Fuller, who, after spending time in a juvenile facility, attempt to reintegrate into society at the age of eighteen. The lingering effects of their past actions continue to impact their lives and those around them, including parents, lawyers, and law enforcement. The tension escalates when another child goes missing under eerily similar circumstances, prompting a deeper examination of the secrets that bind these characters together. This edition provides a thought-provoking look at the consequences of childhood actions and the complexities of human relationships within the framework of fiction, thrillers, and suspense.