First published 1983
The Alderman family's quiet life is shattered when they welcome a new neighbor, a charismatic stranger who draws them into his cult-like circle. As the sect's grip tightens, the Aldermans must choose between their newfound beliefs and the bonds of blood. Patricia Highsmith's chilling drama lays bare the fragility of trust and the dark allure of false prophets.
Genres: fiction, drama, 20th-century, mystery, contemporary, psychological-thriller
Vibes: dark, intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: cult, unreliable-narrator
Period: 20th-century
336 pages · Hardcover · Mysterious Press
Content warnings: gaslighting