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The Perfect Child: A Dark Psychological Thriller Novella
Some children throw tantrums.
Some tell lies.
And some know exactly how to make adults believe them.
When child psychologist Christina Hall meets seven-year-old Cecilia Moren, she expects to uncover the truth behind a troubled family.
Instead, she finds a charming little girl with a bright smile, perfect manners, and a disturbing reputation.
Cecilia’s mother insists her daughter is dangerous.
Christina is certain she's wrong.
But as the sessions continue, strange inconsistencies begin to emerge. Bruises appear. Stories don't add up. A school may not exist. And the deeper Christina digs, the more she realizes that someone is lying.
The question is who.
A chilling psychological thriller novella about manipulation, deception, and the terrifying possibility that evil can wear the face of a perfect child.
Perfect for readers of Freida McFadden, Daniel Hurst, and Keri Beevis.
Some tell lies.
And some know exactly how to make adults believe them.
When child psychologist Christina Hall meets seven-year-old Cecilia Moren, she expects to uncover the truth behind a troubled family.
Instead, she finds a charming little girl with a bright smile, perfect manners, and a disturbing reputation.
Cecilia’s mother insists her daughter is dangerous.
Christina is certain she's wrong.
But as the sessions continue, strange inconsistencies begin to emerge. Bruises appear. Stories don't add up. A school may not exist. And the deeper Christina digs, the more she realizes that someone is lying.
The question is who.
A chilling psychological thriller novella about manipulation, deception, and the terrifying possibility that evil can wear the face of a perfect child.
Perfect for readers of Freida McFadden, Daniel Hurst, and Keri Beevis.
85 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 14, 2026
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July 10, 2026
Slowly getting into psychological thrillers and this one was really good. This was a new author for me and I really liked her writing style. The plot had me hooked and every time I thought I had everything figured out I ended up being wrong, so it kept me guessing the whole time. My only complaint is that there were a few loose ends at the end that I wish had been wrapped up a little better, but overall I really enjoyed it
August 14, 2026
Nonsense
Although it was well written the story didn't make sense, which was a shame as it was an interesting idea. Christina the therapist was a bit weird, in fact all the characters were odd.
Although it was well written the story didn't make sense, which was a shame as it was an interesting idea. Christina the therapist was a bit weird, in fact all the characters were odd.
June 27, 2026
No way this ending, im hoping zina brings a second out in this book because id like to know what happens next after yhe man visits at the end. I know who visits but I want the story to carry on
July 24, 2026
a story
I have to keep reminding myself that this just a story but a story that might have some truth in it somewhere ..
I have to keep reminding myself that this just a story but a story that might have some truth in it somewhere ..
October 13, 2026
As a social worker this book was spot on. You have to listen to your gut every day!
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