One sentence summary
“Verity” by Colleen Hoover is a chilling thriller about a struggling author who uncovers dark secrets while ghostwriting for a successful writer.
Book genre
Thriller, Suspense, Mystery, Romance
Main topic of the book
The main topic of the book is the blurred lines between truth and fiction, obsession, and the consequences of pursuing success at any cost.
Key ideas
- The power of secrets and how they can destroy lives
- The destructive nature of obsession and how it can lead to unimaginable consequences
- The blurred lines between truth and fiction in storytelling
- The damaging effects of toxic relationships
Main parts of the book and a short summary
Part 1: Lowen’s arrival at the Crawford estate
- Lowen Ashleigh, struggling author, is offered a ghostwriting job for the renowned writer, Verity Crawford, who is unable to finish her book due to injuries.
- She moves into the Crawford estate to work on the book and discovers Verity’s incomplete autobiography, which reveals disturbing details about the family.
Part 2: Lowen and Jeremy’s developing relationship
- Jeremy Crawford, Verity’s husband, takes an interest in Lowen and their relationship becomes increasingly intense and romantic.
- Lowen also finds out that their son, Crew, has been keeping a shocking secret that could be connected to Verity’s mysterious past.
Part 3: Lowen’s shocking revelations
- Lowen uncovers devastating truths about Verity and her manipulative ways while navigating her growing feelings for Jeremy.
- As she gets closer to finishing the autobiography, she uncovers a twisted truth that could have deadly consequences.
Part 4: The shocking climax
- Lowen’s life is in grave danger as she tries to expose the truth to Jeremy and save herself from Verity’s grasp.
- The shocking climax reveals the lengths Verity would go to in order to protect her secrets.
Key takeaways
- Trust can be easily manipulated and secrets can have grave consequences.
- Obsession can lead to dangerous and destructive behavior.
- The line between truth and fiction can be blurred, making it difficult to know who to believe.
- Toxic relationships can have a damaging and lasting impact on individuals.
Author’s background and qualifications
Colleen Hoover is a #1 New York Times bestselling author known for her emotional and captivating novels. She has written over 20 books, including “It Ends With Us” and “Confess.” Hoover is known for tackling difficult and thought-provoking topics in her writing and has received numerous awards for her work.
Target audience
The target audience for “Verity” is primarily adult readers who enjoy suspenseful and gripping thrillers with a touch of romance.
Publisher and first publication date
“Verity” was published by Montlake Romance in December 2018.