Locust Lane A Novel
Locust Lane by Stephen Amidon, published by Celadon Books on January 17, 2023, is a 320-page novel that delves into the complexities of justice and power dynamics within a seemingly perfect suburban community. Set in Emerson, Massachusetts, the narrative unfolds after the death of a young woman, prompting an investigation into three teenagers who were with her that night. As the story progresses, the relationships among the characters reveal the lengths to which parents will go to protect their children, highlighting the underlying tensions in their affluent neighborhood.
Readers will find a taut and propulsive exploration of suspense and crime, as the investigation into Eden Perry’s death exposes the vulnerabilities and motivations of the teenagers and their families. The novel intricately weaves together themes of trust and influence, presenting a compelling look at how a tragic event can unravel the fabric of a community. With its terse prose and expertly crafted plot, Locust Lane offers an engaging experience for those interested in domestic thrillers and the darker aspects of suburban life.
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“‘Locust Lane’ is as perceptive as it is compulsively readable.”
—The Washington Post
For fans of Mystic River by Dennis Lehane and Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng, Stephen Amidon’s Locust Lane is a taut and utterly propulsive story about the search for justice and the fault lines of power and influence in a seemingly idyllic town. Can anyone be trusted?
On the surface, Emerson, Massachusetts, is just like any other affluent New England suburb. But when a young woman is found dead in the nicest part of town, the powerful neighbors close ranks to keep their families safe. In this searing novel, Eden Perry’s death kicks off an investigation into the three teenagers who were partying with her that night, each a suspect. Hannah, a sweet girl with an unstable history. Jack, the popular kid with a mean streak. Christopher, an outsider desperate to fit in. Their parents, each with motivations of their own, only complicate the picture: they will do anything to protect their children, even at the others’ expense.
With a brilliantly woven, intricately crafted plot that gathers momentum on every page, this is superb storytelling told in terse prose—a dynamic read that is both intensely gripping and deeply affecting.
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