The House Across the Lake (novel)

The House Across the Lake is a 2022 suspense novel written by Riley Sager. The story revolves around Casey Fletcher, a widowed actress who escapes to her family's lake house in Vermont after a personal tragedy. From there, she becomes obsessed with watching her neighbors across the lake, Tom and Katherine Royce. Katherine, a glamorous former model, seems to have the perfect life, but Casey soon observes strange events and suspects something is amiss.

As Casey delves deeper into the lives of the Royces, she finds herself becoming increasingly entangled in their secrets. Her observations lead her to believe that Katherine is in danger, and she becomes determined to uncover the truth. The novel is characterized by its twists, turns, and unreliable narrator, blurring the lines between reality and perception. Central themes include grief, obsession, and the deceptive nature of appearances. The narrative utilizes elements of psychological thriller and romantic suspense to create a story filled with intrigue and dramatic reveals.