Women Like Us

Women Like Us by Katia Lief is a fantastic literary thriller that explores secrets, trust, and the complexities of family ties. The story picks up five years after Joni Ackerman took a dark, irreversible step, poisoning her husband and getting away with it. Life seems to be settling down for her until her estranged brother, Mark, reappears. Mark is a changed man on the surface, but Joni’s best friend sees through the facade, and soon, Joni faces betrayal that forces her to question everything she thought she knew about her family, even wondering if psychopathy runs in their blood.

This novel is as much about the fragile bonds of friendship as it is about suspense and moral ambiguity. There’s also a dog whose safety adds a layer of tension that kept me on edge throughout the read. The story unfolds at a deliberate pace, allowing the characters and relationships to deepen, and though the twists are subtle, the ending delivers an exciting, satisfying payoff.

If you enjoy stories with morally complex female leads and psychological tension, Women Like Us will stay with you long after you finish the last page. It’s out June 3, 2025, and definitely one to mark on your reading list.