Center of Gravity - by Laura McNeill (Paperback)

About the Book

Her whole life, Ava Carson has been sure of one thing: she doesn't measure up to her mother's expectations. So when Mitchell Carson sweeps into her life with his adorable son, the ready-made family seems like a dream come true. In the blink of an eye, she's married, has a new baby, and life is wonderful. Or is it?

Book Synopsis

Center of Gravity weaves a chilling tale, revealing the unfailing and dangerous truth that marriages--and the people inside them--are not always what they seem. Perfect for fans of The Girl on the Train.

Her whole life, Ava Carson has been sure of one thing: she doesn't measure up to her mother's expectations. So when Mitchell Carson sweeps into her life with his adorable son, the ready-made family seems like a dream come true. In the blink of an eye, she's married, has a new baby, and life is wonderful.

Or is it?

When her picture-perfect marriage begins unraveling at the seams, Ava convinces herself she can fix it. It's temporary. It's the stress. It's Mitchell's tragic history of loss.

If only Ava could believe her own excuses.

Mitchell is no longer the charming, thoughtful man she married. He grows more controlling by the day, revealing a violent jealous streak. His behavior is recklessly erratic, and the unanswered questions about his past now hint at something far more sinister than Ava can stomach. Before she can fit the pieces together, Mitchell files for divorce and demands full custody of their boys.

Fueled by fierce love for her children and aided by Graham Thomas, a new attorney in town, Ava takes matters into her own hands, digging deep into the past. But will finding the truth be enough to beat Mitchell at his own game?

"A bold, poignant look into an imploding marriage . . . compelling, fierce, and ultimately hopeful"--Joshilyn Jackson, New York Times bestselling author of Someone Else's Love Story

"A breathless, gut-wrenching, satisfying page turner about the real superheroes of the world who stand up to evil and won't back down."--Erin Healy, author of The Baker's Wife

Review Quotes

'Readers will find this tale of domestic suspense deeply compelling as a once-happy family unit disintegrates and a woman summons her heretofore hidden strength. Told from multiple perspectives, McNeill's gripping tale explores family, trust, and how lives are rebuilt.'--Booklist

'There's plenty of chills in this thriller about twisted family secrets that will keep pulses pounding."--Parkersburg News & Sentinel

'This incredibly fast-paced tale is difficult to put down, mostly because the reader gets invested in the characters and won't want to stop until it all plays out.' -4 1/2 star review--RT Book Reviews

"This powerful debut by a former television anchor is a suspenseful and haunting tale of a marriage spiraling wildly out of control. The story line is particularly unsettling as it mirrors the headlines found in newspapers and court cases everywhere. This title will resonate with readers of contemporary women's fiction and fans of Gina Holmes." -starred review--Library Journal