Everything You Want Me To Be by Mindy Mejia

Everything You Want Me to Be by Mindy Mejia

In the close-knit community of Pine Valley, Hattie Hoffman was known as a talented actress, a good student, and a beloved daughter – perfectly playing every role expected of her. But when she's found brutally murdered in an abandoned barn, the carefully constructed image shatters, sending shockwaves through the town. Told from the shifting perspectives of Hattie herself in the months leading up to her death, the local sheriff investigating the case, and the English teacher who shared a secret connection with her, the truth begins to emerge in chilling fragments. Mindy Mejia masterfully peels back the layers of Hattie’s hidden life, revealing clandestine affairs, desperate ambitions, and the dark secrets lurking beneath Pine Valley's wholesome facade in this suspenseful psychological thriller about how well we really know those closest to us.

Why You’ll Love This Book

This twisty psychological thriller will keep you guessing as it unfolds through three distinct and compelling perspectives. The novel expertly builds suspense by gradually revealing the hidden complexities and secret desires of a seemingly perfect high school girl. Fans of character-driven mysteries with dark undertones will appreciate this exploration of identity, obsession, and the deadly consequences of deception in a small town.