What Boys Learn
by Andromeda Romano-Lax
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A twisty, jaw-dropping psychological thriller that unravels a mother's worst nightmare—that her child is capable of terrible violence—when her teenage son becomes a suspect in the murder of two classmates, from the author of The Deepest Lake. Over one terrible weekend, two teenage girls are found dead in a wealthy Chicago suburb. As the community mourns, Abby Rosso, the girls’ high school counselor, begins to suspect that her son was secretly involved in their lives—and possibly, their deaths. Abby doesn’t want to believe Benjamin hurt anyone. But she’s seen the warning signs before. Two decades ago, her brother was imprisoned for a disturbing crime—he was only a little older than... The story encourages reflection by presenting situations that resonate on a personal level. Rather than offering simple answers, it invites readers to consider different perspectives. This openness adds depth and relevance. One of the reasons this book resonates with readers is its emphasis on relatable experiences. Even within a fictional framework, the situations and emotions portrayed feel familiar. This relatability helps bridge the gap between the story and the reader’s own perspective.