



She’s still grieving the loss of her husband, Christopher, who she met and fell in love with at Cambridge University. Mariana is a widow who works in London as a group therapist. However, I am going to pummel you with thoughts and opinions, so GET READY. It’s both brooding and striking, and the title immediately has you wondering, “Okay, but WHO ARE THE MAIDENS? And what grisly thing happens to them?” I’m not about to tell you, because this isn’t a spoiler review (and if I’m going to talk about spoiler-y things, expect a warning in advance). It is a beautiful and incredibly enticing cover. It’s very likely you’ve seen the dark, romantic cover on your Instagram feed, and with good reason. Okay thriller fans, buckle up, because it’s time to discuss what I’m going to argue is the most anticipated psychological thriller of 2021: Alex Michaelides’s newest novel, The Maidens. Thanks to Celadon Books, who provided an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
