The Vicious Circle A Novel
The Vicious Circle by Katherine St. John is a novel published by HarperCollins Publishers on October 10, 2023. This 320-page book unfolds a suspenseful narrative centered around a mysterious retreat center in the Mexican jungle, where secrets and danger lurk beneath the surface. The story follows Sveta, who travels from New York City to the villa Xanadu after the death of her estranged uncle, Paul Bentzen. Initially appearing as a serene paradise, the retreat quickly reveals its darker aspects, driven by a charismatic leader and a group of devoted followers.
Readers will find a blend of horror, mystery, and psychological elements as Sveta navigates the treacherous environment of Xanadu. The novel explores themes of greed, trust, and the search for truth in a setting that transforms from idyllic to nightmarish. As Sveta confronts the unsettling realities of the retreat and its inhabitants, she must rely on her instincts to survive, even as she grapples with her own doubts. This edition presents a gripping tale that intertwines suspense and crime, inviting readers into a world where appearances can be deceiving.
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For fans of Lucy Foley and Liane Moriarty, a twisty, escapist suspense about a mysterious retreat center harboring violent secrets.
“Masterfully plotted and superbly twisty, The Vicious Circle is a read-in-one-sitting thriller…. This novel will send you spiraling into a deadly vortex of greed, lust and lies.” –Rose Carlyle, author of #1 international bestseller The Girl in the Mirror
A perfect paradise Or a perfect nightmare
On a river deep in the Mexican jungle stands the colossal villa Xanadu, a wellness center that’s home to an ardent spiritual group devoted to self-help guru Paul Bentzen and his enigmatic wife Kali. But when Paul mysteriously dies, his entire estate–including Xanadu–is left not to Kali, but to his estranged niece Sveta.
Shocked and confused, Sveta travels from New York City to Mexico to pay her respects. At first, Xanadu seems like a secluded paradise with its tumbling gardens, beautiful people, and transcendent vibe. But soon the mystical façade wears thin, revealing a group of brainwashed members drunk on promises of an impossible utopia, guided by a disturbing belief system and a charismatic, dangerously capable leader.
As the sinister forces surrounding Sveta become apparent, she realizes, too late, she can’t escape. Frantic and terrified, she discovers her only chance of survival is to put her confidence in the very person she trusts the least.
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