Just Like Mother
Just Like Mother by Anne Heltzel is a reprint edition published by Tor Publishing Group on May 9, 2023. This 320-page book presents a modern gothic tale that explores the complexities of familial relationships and the haunting memories of a troubled past. The story follows Maeve, who, after escaping a cult two decades ago, has built a seemingly normal life in New York City. However, her world is turned upside down when her cousin Andrea reappears, drawing Maeve into a web of emotional turmoil and unsettling memories.
Readers will find a chilling narrative that delves into themes of psychological horror and domestic tension. As Maeve spends more time at Andrea’s remote estate, she grapples with her past and the disconnection from her former life. The novel intricately weaves elements of thrillers and gothic fiction, inviting readers to confront the terrors that lie beneath the surface of familial bonds. Just Like Mother offers a thought-provoking exploration of identity and trauma, making it a significant addition to contemporary horror literature.
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“I tore through this urgent, timely, and deeply disturbing tale.”—Andrea Bartz, New York Times bestselling author of We Were Never Here
Spine-chilling and sharp, Anne Heltzel’s Just Like Mother is a modern gothic from a fresh new voice in horror, and “will disturb readers to their core.” (Library Journal) A GoodReads Choice Award Finalist for Best Horror, and named one of the Best Books of 2022 by LitReactor!
The last time Maeve saw her cousin was the night she escaped the cult they were raised in. For the past two decades, Maeve has worked hard to build a normal life in New York City, where she keeps everything—and everyone—at a safe distance.
When Andrea suddenly reappears, Maeve regains the only true friend she’s ever had. Soon she’s spending more time at Andrea’s remote Catskills estate than in her own cramped apartment. Maeve doesn’t even mind that her cousin’s wealthy work friends clearly disapprove of her single lifestyle. After all, Andrea has made her fortune in the fertility industry—baby fever comes with the territory.
The more Maeve immerses herself in Andrea’s world, the more disconnected she feels from her life back in the city; and the cousins’ increasing attachment triggers memories Maeve has fought hard to bury. But confronting the terrors of her childhood may be the only way for Maeve to transcend the nightmare still to come…
“A fierce, frightening novel.”—Rachel Harrison, author of Cackle
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