The Weekend Retreat

By: Tara Laskowski

Narrated by: Emily Ellet, Karissa Vacker, Lisa Flanagan, Gail Shalan

A wealthy family's vacation at their lush winery estate becomes a weekend to kill for in this deliciously twisted novel of suspense

“Absolutely captivating! A riveting and immersive puzzle for fans of Lucy Foley and Ruth Ware.” —Hank Phillippi Ryan

WINNER OF THE AGATHA AWARD

Every year, the illustrious Van Ness siblings, heirs to a copper fortune, gather at their secluded winery estate for a joint birthday celebration. It's a tradition they've followed nearly all their lives, and now they are back with their significant others for a much-needed weekend of rest and relaxation, away from the public spotlight.

With lavish comforts, gorgeous scenery, and indulgent drinking, the trip should be the perfect escape. But it soon becomes clear that even a remote idyllic getaway can’t keep out the problems simmering in each of their lives. As old tensions are reignited, the three couples are pushed to the edge. Will their secrets destroy them, or will they destroy each other first? And who’s been watching them from beyond the vineyard gates?

When a torrential rainstorm hits, plunging them into darkness, the answers prove all too deadly…

“Clever… [A] satisfying mash-up of Succession and Agatha Christie.” —Publishers Weekly

All you want

It can be a slow start but it ends well and is a great mystery read

Best One I Have Read In A While

My favorite so far this year!! I will definitely be reading more from this author!

Surprise endings

It read a bit slow for me. But overall a good novel and fun read.

Multiple Narrators & A Great Mystery

I thought it started out kind of slow which is common with multiple POV. Once the story began to unfold it kept going and didn’t lag at all. I will be reading more from this author as it becomes available.

Suspenseful; Family Secrets and Drama

Rich people behaving badly; every character has a secret. Did not see the twist coming. Enjoyed the listen, and recommend!