67 pages • 2 hours read
John MarrsKeep It in the Family
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Keep It in the Family by John Marrs is a psychological thriller that follows Finn and Mia Hunter, first-time homeowners renovating their house with the help of Finn’s parents, Dave and Debbie. When Mia discovers a cryptic message during the renovation, it triggers an obsessive investigation into the house's dark history, revealing horrifying family secrets and deeply buried traumas. Topics in the book include violence, child neglect, child abuse, serial murder, and mental health conditions.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
John Marrs' Keep It in the Family offers an intriguing dive into psychological thriller territory, with compelling characters and an unpredictable plot. Many reviewers praised its suspense and twists, although some found the pacing uneven and certain plot elements implausible. Recommended for fans of dark, domestic thrillers craving a roller-coaster read.
Who Should Read Keep It in the Family?
Readers who enjoyed Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn or The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins will be captivated by Keep It in the Family by John Marrs. This book is perfect for those who crave psychological thrillers with dark secrets, intricate plots, and shocking twists.