From the bestselling author of ‘All the Bright Places’ comes ‘When We Were Monsters,’ a compulsive new thriller that will grip you from the first page. Eight ambitious students attend an exclusive writers’ retreat, vying for a single life-changing opportunity. Among them is Effy, haunted by her mother’s tragic past, and Arlo, seeking a second chance with Effy after a painful betrayal. Their enigmatic mentor, Meredith Graffam, whose own past at the retreat is shrouded in controversy, employs unconventional and increasingly dangerous teaching methods. As secrets unravel and boundaries blur, the students’ darkest desires surface, pushing them to turn on each other. Prepare for a thrilling ride where ambition and obsession collide, reminiscent of ‘The Secret History’ meets ‘One of Us Is Lying.’ Discover the gripping story that makes ‘When We Were Monsters’ the most talked-about thriller of the year.