Standalone Novel

Home Is Where the Bodies Are

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Read "Home Is Where the Bodies Are" as the nullth book in the series sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Debated Order

This order is debated among readers

Community consensus varies on the placement of this title. Our order favors narrative impact over strict chronology.

❓ Can I skip this book?

❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: A compelling work from the Jeneva Rose's bibliography. Whether as a standalone or part of a loosely connected universe, it's a staple for fans.

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A New York Times and USA Today bestseller From New York Times bestselling author of The Perfect Marriage and You Shouldn't Have Come Here comes a chilling family thriller about the (sometimes literal) skeletons in the closet. After their mother passes, three estranged siblings reunite to sort out her estate. Beth, the oldest, never left home. She stayed with her mom, caring for her until the very end. Nicole, the middle child, has been kept at arm's length due to her ongoing battle with a serious drug addiction. Michael, the youngest, lives out of state and hasn't been back to their small Wisconsin town since their father ran out on them seven years before. While going through their parents' belongings, the siblings stumble upon a collection of home videos and decide to revisit those happier memories. However, the nostalgia is cut short when one of the VHS tapes reveals a night back in 1999 that none of them have any recollection of. On screen, their father appears covered in blood. What follows is a dead body and a pact between their parents to get rid of it, before the video abruptly ends. Beth, Nicole, and Michael must now decide whether to leave the past in the past or uncover the dark secret their mother took to her grave.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading Home Is Where the Bodies Are?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read Home Is Where the Bodies Are before other books in the series?

No. We recommend reading the previous book first. Home Is Where the Bodies Are is the nullth book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.