One of Us Knows
From the critically acclaimed and New York Times bestselling author of When No One Is Watching comes a riveting gothic thriller about a dissociative identity disorder system trapped on an island with a murderer, and the ghosts of their past.
Years after a breakdown and a diagnosis of dissociative identity disorder derailed her historical preservationist career, Kenetria Nash and her alters have been given a second chance they can’t refuse: a position as resident caretaker of a historic home. Having been dormant for years, Ken has no idea what led them to this isolated Hudson River island, but she’s determined not to ruin their opportunity.
Then a surprise visit from the home’s conservation trust just as a Nor’easter bears down on the island disrupts her newfound life, leaving Ken trapped with a group of possibly dangerous strangers—including the man who brought her life tumbling down years earlier. When he turns up dead, Ken is the prime suspect.
Caught in a web of secrets and in a race against time, Ken and her alters must band together to prove their innocence and discover the truth of Kavanaugh Island—and their own past—or they risk losing not only their future, but their life.
Praise for One of Us Knows:
“Cole mixes a spooky, isolated setting with a hint of the gothic and a storyline that isn’t afraid to tackle tough social issues and creates a book that is both entertaining and insightful.” — LIBRARY JOURNAL *Starred Review
“Cole presents a master class in characterization and narrative structure as Ken’s headmates “front” in response to the world outside while fighting an internal battle. The mystery of Della’s disappearance coincides with the mystery of the castle in surprising ways that will keep readers on their toes in this brilliant, adroit novel.” — BOOKLIST *Starred Review
“Ken can be hard to like sometimes, but she’s easy to root for. A spooky, gothic setting disrupted by a totally modern heroine.” —KIRKUS
“The unusual premise works well in Cole’s capable hands, and she writes about DID with human nuance. One of Us Knows will certainly keep your heart beating while you’re relaxing by the shore.” – Harper’s Bazaar