Objects in Lakes

by Rachael Ramas

Set against the haunting backdrop of Michigan’s Great Lakes, Objects in Lakes combines the propulsive suspense of Shari Lapena, the intimate psychological unraveling of Gillian Flynn, and the moody ethical uncertainty of Stacy Willingham, delivering a uniquely Midwestern twist on the domestic noir thriller.

On a warm Fourth of July night in Duck Lake, Michigan, the Wentworths’ world shattered. As fireworks lit up the sky, Richie and Olive’s four-year-old daughter was pulled from the dark waters of the lake, her death ruled an accidental drowning.

Seven years later, Olive still lives in the shadow of that night. Her grief is numbed by pills, while Richie, a celebrated oncologist, thrives in the spotlight of his career. But as another Fourth of July celebration approaches, the lake yields another body, and the chilling discovery suggests that the tragedy from years ago may not have been an accident after all.

Determined to uncover the truth, Olive digs beneath the polished surface of her picture-perfect neighborhood, where Midwestern smiles conceal dangerous secrets. Each revelation threatens to unravel not only Richie’s hard-won reputation but also the very foundation of their tight-knit community.

In a town where appearances are everything, Olive must confront the terrifying who would take the life of a child, and how far will they go to keep their sins submerged?

Genres: Thriller, Mystery

288 pages, Paperback

Expected publication June 2, 2026

About the author

Rachael Ramas is an American author, producer, and Michigan native who writes gripping thrillers rooted in emotional truth and moral complexity. A member of Mystery Writers of America and International Thriller Writers, she co-owns a law firm with her husband in Boca Raton, Florida, where the legal world offers endless story inspiration. Living with a rare autoimmune disease and partial hearing loss, Ramas advocates for authentic disability representation in literature.

Reviews

[Christina Sharp · Rating 5 out of 5]

I got an ARC for this book and I am so glad I did!

Objects In Lakes is a psychological thriller that shows the journey one goes through with experiencing extreme grief and trauma. Olive has been through some horrible experiences from childhood all the way to adulthood. From having an alcoholic father, losing her child on the Fourth of July, diving into dealing with it through over use of medications, then 7 years later another death the same way as her daughters just shakes something loose in her. Things start not making sense and she sets out on an adventure to uncover the truth. Her transformation of self healing, digging deeper to understand herself and the people around her is just amazing and honestly it was so empowering to read! She uncovers the truth finally and confronts what has been haunting her all these years. And along the way uncovering so many secrets from her seemingly perfect neighborhood! Who can she trust? What memories can she trust? Was the entire truth hidden the entire time? Who else will find their end at Duck Lake?

This was an amazing book and I am so happy that I got to experience this book! I seriously could not put it down and it will be a book that stays with me for a long time! I will never not recommend this book! It’s a psychological thriller but with so much depth and discovery within its pages!

[Brenna (brennas_book_corner) · Rating 3 out of 5]

The synopsis for this sounded so good. It started off strong and then became too much of a slow burn for me. Things also got a bit weird towards the end. The ending came out of nowhere, was rushed and left me feeling a bit unsatisfied. The potential was there, but the execution needed some help.

[Abby Sharp · Rating 5 out of 5]

Easily one of my favorite psychological thrillers ever. When I read this book, it was like watching a movie in my head. The details, the plot, the characters, it’s all so good. I highly recommend this book to anyone!

[Stephanielikesbooks · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.75 stars

“We all navigate the same dark waters, sometimes crossing lines we shouldn’t…anyone can justify pretty much anything as long as it sits right in their own moral gray area.”

This is the second book I’ve read recently about the duality of good and evil in people. This one further asks how well we know people - especially those who we think we know well - and what secrets and betrayals they may be hiding.

This domestic suspense mystery moves between 2016 (when Olive’s four-year-old daughter drowns in the neighbourhood lake) and 2023 (when another body is found in the same lake) and is largely from the main character’s (Olive) POV, though some chapters are from her husband’s perspective.

It’s a character-driven, slow-burn read (with an unexpected reveal at the end) about grief, loss, addiction, and healing after trauma. This is a read with depth and there are quite a few weighty issues dealt with so be aware of that. The author indicated in the acknowledgment that this is a very personal story for her and that came through clearly.

Recommended for those seeking depth with their domestic suspense reads.

Thanks to the publisher for the complimentary digital copy. All opinions are my own.

[Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW talk about a book that has you hooked from the first chapter. Pacing was flawless & every twist hit harder than the last. The characters felt real and flawed in the best way, pulling me deeper into their secrets and motives. The tension built steadily until the final reveal, which was both shocking and completely satisfying. If you love a book that makes your pulse race - Objects in Lakes is a MUST READ.

[Eric · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an advance reader copy of this book, and from the very first page, it had me hooked. It’s an intense, deeply human look at how we break and rebuild after trauma. The protagonist’s transformation hit me hard…it felt raw, real, and oddly empowering. And as someone who knows the Midwest well, the familiar Michigan references and phrases made it all feel that much closer to home. A stunning debut that’s going to stay with me for a long time.

[Robyn · Rating 2 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley for the Arc of Objects in Lakes in exchange for an honest review.

We follow Olive, a mother, who is struggling to come to terms with the sudden and tragic accident which amounted to her daughter’s death. Although the more she reflects the sooner she realises what was portrayed as an accident could have had a more sinister undertone.

I was really intrigued when I read the synopsis for this novel. It reads as drama filled with secrets and mysterious where readers are left unsure who to trust. While some elements of this are present, I felt the story fell a little flat.

The cast of characters; while out the gate seems large, very quickly boils down to a few main stake characters. This is nice as it doesn’t confuse the reader but it also limits potential storylines. Initially we get tidbits of all the neighbours which sparked my interest and excited me for future reveals only for these to be either quickly revealed or these particularly neighbours side boarded and pushed to the side. The ‘secrets’ we did get, I felt were predictable and underwhelming.

Pacing in this felt extremely sluggish, I felt as though I spent a great deal of time reading a book I would normally finish in a few days. I think a main reason of this was I struggled to connect with Olive. Richie while obviously flawed and painted to be the obvious villain, was my favourite character to read. His POV were really interesting and I feel propelled the storyline in ways Olives chapters didn’t. I wanted to read more through his view as I feel that’s where the most exciting exposition was. I was also under the impression the reader was supposed to trust and like Colin. I couldn’t warm to his character at all. I found interactions between Olive and him, stilted and slightly uncomfortable. I also really disliked the retreat portion of the book and the experimental substances used to recall memories. In my opinion this came from complete left field and really took me out of the book. I thought it was far fetched and wished for a more tactful approach to information gathering like the beginning of the novel.

Finally the ending and epilogue, as mentioned I could see the ending coming early on. Richie is painted as a villain and I expected nothing less. But the ending, in contradiction to the rest of the book, felt so rushed. Which shattered the impact the ending was meant to have with the reader.

And while I love a surprise reveal in an epilogue I couldn’t help but be confused. We had barely any interaction with Landon so this shock reveal felt bittersweet.

While I love the messaging in this novel; a mother healing through grief and addiction I was disappointed in the overall execution. Some nice elements there but I sadly wouldn’t recommend.

[Pav S. (pav_sanborn_bookworm) · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars!

As someone new to this author, I was immediately drawn to the cover. This approach has always been a fantastic way for me to discover new writers.

On July 4th, the Wentworth family's life is upended when their daughter drowns, ruled accidental. Seven years later, as Olive grapples with grief and addiction, a new body surfaces, hinting that her daughter's death may not have been an accident. As Olive investigates her seemingly perfect neighborhood, she uncovers dark secrets that threaten her husband Richie's career and the community's facade, forcing her to confront the lengths others will go to hide the truth...

The story unfolds through a dual timeline, allowing us to peel back the layers of the mystery with each chapter. Our main character, Olive, is grappling with fragmented memories of her past. As she embarks on a journey to uncover what truly happened, we witness the steps she takes along the way. The characters' emotional development is gradual but impactful, enabling readers to connect with their experiences and understand the depth of their grief. While the primary perspective is from Olive, we also gain insights into Richie’s point of view.

Olive's quest is both heartbreaking and gut-wrenching as she goes to great lengths to uncover hidden truths and lies surrounding her daughter’s final day. I didn’t anticipate the direction this story would take, and the ending was mind-bending, revealing just how little we know until the pieces fall into place. The twists were cleverly concealed, and I found myself in awe of the author’s writing style. Even though the pace was slow at times, I was completely captivated and needed to know what would happen next!

This dark, character-driven narrative will resonate with a wide range of readers, but it's worth noting that those who are sensitive to themes of grief, child death, and addiction might want to approach it with caution. The lake-town setting creates a deeply atmospheric vibe that pulls you in. It's moody and serves as a slow-burning thriller with domestic suspense. I can imagine this book sparking great discussions in book clubs, as there's so much to unpack!

This book is perfect for anyone who appreciates a slow and steady pace, emotionally layered thrillers with morally ambiguous characters, and well-concealed secrets within a small lake community. It allows you to explore themes of grief, motherhood, complicated marriages, and the imperfections of a seemingly idyllic neighborhood, where everyone has their secrets. I truly hope this book catches your attention because I feel the need to sit and fully absorb this masterpiece. Bravo!

Huge thank you to @thrillerbookloversthepulse for the DRC copy. I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Leanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Objects in Lakes is a haunting, atmospheric domestic suspense that lingers like mist over dark water. From the opening pages, the novel captures the quiet ache of grief and the unsettling sense that a community’s polished surface is hiding something far more dangerous beneath.

The story centres on Olive, a woman still hollowed out by the loss of her four‑year‑old daughter seven years earlier. Her grief is rendered with painful clarity—muted, medicated, and ever‑present. In contrast, her husband Richie thrives, his career flourishing even as their marriage quietly fractures. That imbalance becomes one of the book’s most compelling tensions, especially as the Fourth of July approaches and the lake gives up another body.

The setting is beautifully drawn: a seemingly idyllic Midwestern lakeside town where everyone smiles, everyone knows everyone, and everyone has something to lose. The author uses this environment to great effect, creating a sense of claustrophobia beneath the sunshine and fireworks. The lake itself becomes a character—still, watchful, and holding more than one secret.

As Olive begins to question the past, the story shifts into a gripping investigation of memory, guilt, and the lies people tell to protect themselves. Each revelation peels back another layer of the community, exposing infidelity, manipulation, and long‑buried resentments. The suspense builds steadily, and the emotional stakes feel raw and real, especially as Olive is forced to confront the possibility that her daughter’s death was not an accident.

The novel handles its difficult themes—grief, child loss, addiction, betrayal—with sensitivity. It never sensationalises the trauma at its core, instead focusing on the emotional truth of a woman trying to reclaim her life while facing the darkest possibilities of her past.

Tense, evocative, and deeply human, Objects in Lakes is a compelling exploration of what happens when the past refuses to stay submerged. A powerful read for fans of atmospheric, character‑driven suspense.

With thanks to Rachael Ramas, the publisher and netgalley for the ARC

[Shelby Boze · Rating 5 out of 5]

Objects in Lakes follows Olive, a woman broken by her daughter’s presumed accidental drowning during a lively Fourth of July gathering at their home seven years earlier. After another life is claimed at Duck Lake, Olive — plagued by guilt and numb from medication — decides she no longer wants to hide from her pain and begins trying to understand what truly happened the night her daughter was taken from her. As Olive examines her relationships with her husband, neighbors, and friends who were present that evening, she discovers that the truth isn’t as simple as memory. What unfolds is a quiet unraveling of the past, where secrets and loyalties blur, and the cost of uncovering reality may be more than Olive ever expected.
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I really enjoyed this read. I struggled a bit with what rating to give it because, for me, it was a page-turner, but I also wished there were more of some elements and less of others. I wanted more backstory for Landon and Kate, and I would have loved more flashbacks to the party — especially since so many characters were present and had interesting stories. I also found that some of the philosophical dialogue and quotes slowed the pace a bit more than I would have preferred.

That said, I genuinely loved the story as written. The twists were well-placed, and I appreciated that each one had a purpose; they didn’t feel like red herrings, but rather connected meaningfully to the story as a whole. In the end, I landed on 4.75 stars, rounded up to 5.
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Thank you to NetGalley and Rising Action Publishing Co. for the ARC of #ObjectsInLakes

[Becky • bookmarked by becky · Rating 4 out of 5]

Richie and Olive’s daughter, Kate, tragically drowned during their annual Fourth of July party. Seven years later, Richie’s best friend drowns in the very same lake. Two drownings. Same circle. Same place. Coincidence? Olive isn’t so sure… and she’s determined to uncover the truth.

This one really surprised me. I went in expecting more of a breezy, summer thriller, but it’s so much deeper and more emotional than that. It’s a slow-burn, character-driven mystery that leans heavily into grief, secrets, and the ripple effects of one devastating night.

I love the moral complexity of the characters of these characters. Richie and Olive appear to have it all, but their lives are quietly fractured by grief. Olive numbs her pain through medication, while Richie buries himself in his medical career - more concerned with appearances than emotional connection. Honestly, I thought he was a 💩 from page one - completely ego-driven and frustrating in all the right ways.

I also loved the Michigan setting. Ramas brings it to life with vivid detail, you can practically see it in the little touches, from Vernors to Sleeping Bear Dunes to those familiar Midwest sayings like “watch out for deer” and “good people.”

Final Verdict: 👍 Quietly unsettling, emotionally heavy, and impossible to look away from.
And that ending? Worth the slow burn!!

[Debbie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This one is getting a lot of buzz over at The Pulse. Thanks to @thrillerbookloversthepulse and @rachaelramasauthor for the gifted ebook.

This book is the kind of quiet, creeping darkness that seeps under your skin and stays there.

On a Fourth of July night meant for fireworks and celebration, Olive and Richie Wentworth lose their four year old daughter to the dark waters of Duck Lake. Ruled an accident. Case closed. Except grief doesn’t close cleanly and neither do secrets.

Seven years later, Olive is barely surviving, numbing herself just to make it through the days, while Richie thrives as a celebrated oncologist with a spotless reputation. But when the lake gives up another body on the eve of yet another Fourth of July, the past refuses to stay buried.

What unfolds is a slow burn psychological unraveling of a marriage, a neighborhood, and an entire town obsessed with appearances. The Midwest nice setting makes the story even more unsettling because behind the smiles are grudges, lies, and sins desperate to stay submerged.

This was dark, twisty, and emotionally brutal in the best way. The grief felt raw, the tension simmered.

[Nikki B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Objects in Lakes was a great psychological thriller read with a twist that you won't want to see coming.
On a Fourth of July night, while the sky is being lit up with fireworks, Olive and her husband Richie have the horrifying, traumatizing experience of having to pull their daughters body from the lake behind their house. Olive can only remember pieces of the night. Seven years later, another body is being pulled from the lake. As Olive starts unfolding the truth about her life and what's going on, she realizes how quickly her marriage is put in jeopardy over half truths and lies. She was not married to the man she thought she was and what her poor daughter ended up enduring before her death was probably just as bad as her death.
The story had great suspense and tension build up. I thought the pacing stayed pretty consistent through out the story and left me wanting to keep reading to find out what was going to happen next. The ending did wrap up pretty fast but I thought it was a great twist in the story.
This one has all the suspense of a great thriller. I recommend giving this one a read!

[alfz♡ (aprilxsprings) · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

thanks to Netgalley for the eARC!

Olive is still grieving the loss of her younger daughter Kate, who drowned on the 4th of July when Olive's intoxicated and has fragmented memories which left her with lingering self-blame and guilt. Seven years on, Terrance, Olive's husband's best friend and neighbour suffers the same fate which makes Olive determined to reconstruct that fateful night.

the novel unfolds as a slow burn thriller, strengthened by richly complex characters. Olive's journey of healing is very real, raw and emotional. I didn't like her husband, Richie from the very first page and as the story progresses, his character was portrayed much more horrible, I'm definitely not a fan of him. The writing is amazing that keeps you guessing till the end. The pacing wavers, certain sections linger excessively while others had me turning the pages non-stop. And that epilogue? Mind. Blown.

𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒆𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒕:
• addiction
• mental health themes
• unreliable characters
• plot twists
• slow burn psychological thriller
• grief & healing

𝑹𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒔:
Plot: 3⭐️
Characters: 3⭐️
Ending: 3.5⭐️
Themes: 4⭐️
plot twists: 3.5⭐️
Writing Style & Structure: 4⭐️
OVERALL: 3.5⭐️

[Andria Lambert · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first book by the author and I believe it to be a debut novel. I would love to read more works in the future! It was such a haunting and sad story. Olive lost her daughter 7 years earlier from a drowning but was it an accident or something more? At the time it was ruled an accident. Olive has been suffering grief and guilt for a long time. Then another person in their circle dies at the same lake on the same holiday and this makes Olive take the steps to start finding out what happened to her daughter. She starts looking into her relationships with people that were there around the time of her daughter's death. She starts trying to fill in her missing memories of the night. She starts unraveling secrets. The story did not end quite the way I thought it was going, which made for a nice twist in the story. I consider it a slow burn mystery that is character-driven and emotional. Thank you Netgalley and Rising Action Publishing for the complimentary copy of the story.

[SamM · Rating 3 out of 5]

🌟 3.5 stars
Objects in the Lake (received an eARC from NetGalley release date 6/2) is a haunting psychological thriller centered on unbearable grief and long-buried secrets. I can’t fathom the pain Olive endures after losing her young daughter to a drowning seven years earlier. Since then, she’s closed herself off from the world, barely surviving on medications and routine.

When another body is discovered in the same lake — again ruled an accidental drowning — Olive begins to ask questions, and the story quickly pulls you into a web of suspicion, secrets, and unsettling truths. I loved the dysfunctional neighborhood dynamic and the slow unraveling of what really happened.

Things get a little weird toward the end with some psychedelic drug use (trying not to spoil anything), but overall this is the pure definition of a psychological thriller — tense and full of mystery right up until the final pages.

[Christine M in Texas (stamperlady50) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Objects in Lakes
By: Rachael Ramas
Pub Date: June 2, 20226
Publisher: Rising Action
Tour: Thriller Book Lovers THE PULSE

An impressive 5 star debut. As the story unraveled, I felt for the mother who lost her young daughter. She had drowned in the lake on the Fourth of July at their annual party by their lake front home. Olive’s husband is an esteemed doctor and they are still raising a son.

Fast forward 7 years later and the anniversary of their daughter’s death, they decide they want to continue the annual party. As another neighbor turns up dead in the lake Olive is shattered and her world is shattered again.

Small memories and people she counted on prove haunting. She realized her husband has secrets as well as her neighbors. The suspense and tension in this story are intense.

Trigger warning: Cancer

[Jess · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to the author for an early ARC of Objects In Lakes!
4.75 ⭐️

Objects in Lakes is the debut novel from Rachael Ramas and she did not disappoint! What an incredible psychological thriller that hooks you in from the very beginning.

The story follows the Wentworth family when one 4th of July night, tragedy strikes as their 4 year old daughter is pulled from the dark waters of the lake - her death ruled as an accidental drowning.

Seven years later, Olive is still reliving the tragedy of that night and is determined to uncover the truth as to what happened to her daughter Kate.

This book had me up until all hours of the night because I couldn’t put it down. It’s eerie and haunting and made me question everyone I knew.

The epilogue was chefs kiss and had my jaw on the floor. Incredible. Highly recommend picking this up when it releases in June!

[Ashleigh Campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can't believe this is a debut novel! Simply reading the prologue had me hooked. I looked at my husband and said, "That's one way to start a book!"

I absolutely loved the journey of Olive trying to fill in her missing memories from the night that haunts her. Is everyone being honest about what happened? Why can't she remember the events that evening?

Quick chapters and different points of view kept me wanting to turn the pages late into the evening!

Another aspect that I personally loved is that it takes place here in Michigan. Having that extra layer of connection to the story made it really enjoyable.

I highly recommend this and am so happy I was picked to read an advanced copy. It's going to be a perfect summer read.

[Stephanie Sabo · Rating 4 out of 5]

I flew through this one. Objects in Lakes is a beautifully written, gut wrenching debut thriller about a woman who loses her young daughter in an accident on the Fourth of July. The grief was so potent, I felt it deep in my bones.

I appreciated how the author correlated mental health and its effects on the body. About how the body keeps score and having to release feelings about things you cannot control in order to recover. It was spoken about in such an honest way that I haven’t seen in other fiction books.

The end of the book was a little silly and a bit lackluster, but overall a good read.

Thank you to NetGalley and Rising Action Publishing Co. for providing me with an advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

[Aleks · Rating 4 out of 5]

This felt like one of those books you don’t just read—you kind of sit with it.

Objects in Lakes is very atmospheric and introspective, with a strong focus on grief, memory, and the emotional weight of the past. It’s not fast-paced, but that actually works in its favor—it slowly pulls you in and lets you really feel everything alongside the main character.

The writing is beautiful and a little haunting, especially the way water is used throughout the story. It gives everything this quiet, reflective vibe that sticks with you.

If you like plot-heavy books, this might feel slow—but if you love character-driven, emotional stories with a slightly eerie undertone, this is definitely worth picking up.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

It seems like people either love or hate the last half of this book and I’m firmly in the LOVED it camp. I really appreciated how the scenery shifts while still staying rooted in Michigan. To me, it felt like a subtle way of showing how changing your environment can give you a completely different perspective on the same situation (at least that’s how I interpreted it). I also loved seeing Olive’s evolution...the more desperate she became for the truth, the more she pushed herself outside her comfort zone. The experimental choices she made felt bold and revealing. The icing on the cake for me was the final reveal in the epilogue. Absolute chef’s kiss!

[booked.with.julia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some secrets don’t stay buried…

Seven years after her young daughter drowned in Duck Lake, Olive Wentworth is still haunted by that devastating night. She has never stopped wondering if the truth about what happened was ever fully uncovered. When another body is discovered in the lake, old questions come back up and Olive starts digging into the past, uncovering secrets hidden beneath this lakeside community.

This was such an atmospheric, slow burn suspense. I loved how the mystery slowly unfolds as Olive starts revisiting the past and questioning what really happened that night.

[Janilyn Kocher · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book delivered far more than I expected.
One night that Olive can’t remember takes the entire book for readers to finally get the whole truth.
It’s like a layered suitcase with unfathomable depths. As more clothes are unearthed it reveals more secrets and lies.
Olive spent seven years wallowing in a haze and one person in her book was just horrible.
The ending made my jaw drop because I wasn’t expecting to read what turned out to be an astonishing curveball.
Thanks NetGalley Rising Action Publishers, and ThrillerBooks Lover the Pulse for the advance copy.

[Liz Brooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am grateful to have received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. This was a fun book. It is full of twists and turns as one would expect in a mystery thriller like this. There are also some great subplots. It is entertaining and easy to read. I personally did not love the last quarter of the book. It took some avenues that felt a bit rushed and unrealistic for me. However, I also always acknowledge that what does not work for some will be loved by others. Overall, it is a good book and very enjoyable read.

[Lauren Hayes · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book completely hooked me from the start!! Set in a haunting Michigan lake town, Objects in Lakes delivers a gripping mix of emotional depth and twisty suspense.

Olive’s grief feels raw and real, making her journey just as compelling as the mystery itself. The slow unraveling of secrets in a seemingly perfect community kept me guessing the entire time—every reveal shifting what I thought I knew.

Dark, atmospheric, and full of surprises, this is a must-read for anyone who loves a sharp, addictive psychological thriller.

[Lindsay · Rating 5 out of 5]

I went into this book completely blind, not knowing what to expect and I’m so glad I did. This is not a quick, mindless read you breeze through in a day. It’s layered, intense, and genuinely gripping in a way that pulls you deeper with every chapter.

At its core, it’s a true psychological thriller, but what really stood out to me was the depth. The characters feel complex and real, and the shifting perspectives add so much tension and intrigue. It’s the kind of story that keeps you thinking even when you’re not reading.

[Nicoll Alexis · Rating 5 out of 5]

I got a copy of Objects in Lakes from the author, and honestly I wasn’t expecting to get hooked this fast. It has sooo many twists like every time I thought I had it figured out, something else happened and threw me off again.

The vibe is kinda eerie and a little unsettling in the best way, and it just pulls you in more the further you get. It’s one of those books where you keep saying “okay one more chapter” and suddenly it’s late.

If you like suspense and stories that keep you guessing the whole time, you’ll definitely be into this one.

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was fortunate enough to read an advanced review copy of Rachael Ramas's debut novel OBJECTS IN LAKES. It was one of the best books I've read in a long time. She transports you into every scene, making the reader feel like they are in the room with the characters. This book was an incredible psychological thriller, leaving the reader to guess who the killer is, right up to the epilogue of the book. I highly recommend!!

[Melissa Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was a mystery up until the very end! Seven years ago Olive’s daughter drowns in the lake during a 4th of July party. She blames herself but doesn’t know who is truly responsible because she doesn’t remember.

Olive is on a quest to find out what really happened to her daughter. We are pulled in so many different directions on this one and I will say the ending truly shocked me! I read a lot of thrillers and that’s not easy to do.