Last Girl Ghosted: A Novel
Secrets, obsession and vengeance converge in this riveting thriller about an online dating match turned deadly cat-and-mouse game, from the New York Times bestselling author of Confessions on the 7:45
She met him through a dating app. An intriguing picture on a screen, a date at a downtown bar. What she thought might be just a quick hookup quickly became much more. She fell for him—hard. It happens sometimes, a powerful connection with a perfect stranger takes you by surprise. Could it be love?
But then, just as things were getting real, he stood her up. Then he disappeared—profiles deleted, phone disconnected. She was ghosted.
Maybe it was her fault. She shared too much, too fast. But isn't that always what women think—that they're the ones to blame? Soon she learns there were others. Girls who thought they were in love. Girls who later went missing. She had been looking for a connection, but now she's looking for answers. Chasing a digital trail into his dark past—and hers—she finds herself on a dangerous hunt. And she's not sure whether she's the predator—or the prey.
In Lisa Unger's gripping novel, "Last Girl Ghosted," Willow Fields, a true crime podcaster, finds herself entangled in a sinister mystery involving the disappearance of a young woman named Cadence Archer.
Willow, known for her podcast "The Vanished," has a knack for unraveling unsolved cases and giving voice to the missing. When Cadence vanished without a trace, Willow is drawn to the perplexing circumstances surrounding her disappearance. The more Willow delves into the case, the more she uncovers disturbing secrets and a trail of broken relationships left in Cadence's wake.
As Willow's investigation intensifies, she becomes the target of a relentless stalker who seems to know her every move. With her podcast gaining popularity, Willow must navigate the dangerous line between her professional pursuits and her personal safety. The stalker's haunting presence amplifies the tension and uncertainty, leaving Willow questioning her every step.
The novel takes readers on a thrilling journey as Willow races against time to uncover the truth. She uncovers shocking revelations about Cadence's past, including a complicated love affair and a web of deception. With each twist and turn, Willow's determination to solve the mystery grows stronger, even as the stalker's threats escalate.
"Last Girl Ghosted" explores the dark side of obsession, the fragility of relationships, and the enduring power of hope. Lisa Unger weaves a captivating narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the very end, leaving them questioning their own assumptions and the people they trust.
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