In this gripping novel exploring the complexities of our past, New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult, known for Wish You Were Here, and She’s Not There, weaves a tale of new beginnings, secrets, and the risks we undertake.
Olivia McAfee and Ava Campanello find themselves navigating unexpected life changes. Following a messy divorce, Olivia returns to her tranquil New Hampshire hometown, embracing her roots and taking over her father’s beekeeping business. Ava, seeking a fresh start, moves to Adams with her daughter Lily, who is in her final year of high school.
Initially, these fresh beginnings bring hope and promise. Olivia’s son Asher forms a connection with the new girl at school, and Lily reciprocates his feelings. However, when a tragic incident occurs, shaking the foundation of these newfound lives, Olivia receives a distressing phone call—Lily is dead, and Ash is under police scrutiny.
Certain of her son’s innocence yet recognizing echoes of his father’s volatile temper, Olivia becomes entangled in a complex case. As the investigation unfolds, she discovers that Ash has concealed more than he shared. Enter fan-favorite Jordan McAfee, known from The Pact, Nineteen Minutes, and Salem Falls, returning as Ash’s lawyer and Olivia’s brother.
Mad Honey is a suspenseful novel, blending a poignant love story with a powerful exploration of the secrets we harbor and the risks we are willing to face.