When Myriam, a lawyer, and her husband seek a nanny for their young children, they find Louise – a quiet, devoted woman who quickly becomes indispensable. As Louise integrates into their chic Parisian life, the couple grows increasingly reliant on her, and the lines between employer and employee blur. Beneath the surface of domestic bliss, however, tensions mount, giving way to jealousy, resentment, and suspicion, setting the stage for an unimaginable tragedy that shatters their family.

Why You Should Read?

• Delves into the dark side of domesticity and the complex relationship between parents and nannies.
• Offers a chilling psychological study of dependency, class, and the pressures of modern parenthood.
• Awarded Debut Novel of the Year at the British Book Awards 2019.
• A gripping and unsettling read that explores the unraveling of a seemingly perfect family.