Books like The Secret Life of CeeCee Wilkes by Diane Chamberlain
Twenty‑eight years ago, the pregnant wife of a North Carolina governor vanished. Her body has now been discovered, and a man has been charged with her murder. Only CeeCee Wilkes, who disappeared at the same time, knows the truth. Eve Elliot, a successful therapist, secretly carries the burden of a past decision that led to a terrible crime. As she faces her own family’s future, Eve must decide whether to reveal the truth or let an innocent man suffer. Meanwhile, Corinne Elliot’s life is shaken when she sees her mother’s image on television and learns that the key to answering their questions lies with CeeCee. The novel explores secrets, false imprisonment, and the weight of family secrets, as the past clashes with the present and forces difficult choices.
First publish date: February 1, 2006
Genre: Suspense/General Suspense
Authors: Diane Chamberlain
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