December '23 Pick

Before We Were Innocent

Ella Berman

Ten years ago, after a sun-soaked summer spent in Greece, best friends Bess and Joni were cleared of having any involvement in their friend Evangeline’s death. But that didn’t stop...

Before We Were Innocent

Ten years ago, after a sun-soaked summer spent in Greece, best friends Bess and Joni were cleared of having any involvement in their friend Evangeline’s death. But that didn’t stop the media from ripping apart their teenage lives like vultures. While the girls were never convicted, Joni, ever the opportunist, capitalized on her newfound infamy to become a motivational speaker. Bess, on the other hand, resolved to make her life as small and controlled as possible so she wouldn’t risk losing everything all over again. And it almost worked. . . . Except now Joni needs a favor, and when she turns up at her old friend’s doorstep asking for an alibi, Bess has no choice but to say yes. She still owes her. But as the two friends try desperately to shake off their past, they have to face reality.

From Our Book Lover-In-Chief

How about a captivating thriller for the holidays? Our Reese’s Book Club pick is Before We Were Innocent by Ella Berman! Three high school friends on a summer vacation in a gorgeous villa in Greece. What could possibly go wrong...? This compulsive thriller reads like true crime and had me guessing until the very end. I can’t wait to hear what you think!! Join us at Reese’s Book Club to discuss all month long.

Three high school friends on a summer vacation in a gorgeous villa in Greece. What could possibly go wrong...? This compulsive thriller reads like true crime and had me guessing until the very end.

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FROM THE AUTHOR

Ella Berman

Ella Berman grew up in both London and Los Angeles and worked at Sony Music before starting the clothing brand London Loves LA. She lives in London with her husband, James, and their dog, Rocky.

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Book
Themes

Coming of Age
Instantly Hooked
Vacation Mode
Whodunit?


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