Description
Description
"A fun, dark, and twisty novel. I tore through it, eager to see who was playing who in a clever cat and mouse game." --Jessie Garcia, author of The Business Trip Ten years ago, a teenage summer camper disappeared while searching for a rumored treasure on a remote island. Now, the long-buried truth of what happened to her and the long-lost gold threatens the lives of her friends in this thriller from the critically acclaimed author of The Chateau. Ten years ago, a group of American teenage summer campers went to a lush and isolated Azores island for a hiking and heritage trip. But when a clue to a local legend of buried treasure emerged, the summer devolved into a frenzied hunt and culminated in the disappearance--and rumored murder--of "it girl" camper, Sydney. She was never seen again and the treasure never found. Now, a decade later, Sydney's closest circle returns to honor her memory: Sydney's sister and fellow camper, Olivia; a group of childhood camp friends; and their beloved counselors. They've all agreed to participate in a documentary probing what really happened to Sydney. The group reunites in paradise and retraces their old haunts, hiking along crater lakes and submerging in thermal hot springs. But not everyone has innocent motives for returning to the island. And when the documentary filming reveals explosive truths and fresh hints resurrect the tantalizing treasure hunt, the group begins to implode. Old feuds reignite--and then one of them turns up dead. Which means that a murderer has surfaced...again.
About the Author
About the Author
Jaclyn Goldis is a graduate of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and NYU School of Law. She practiced estate planning law at a large Chicago firm for seven years before leaving her job to travel the world and write novels. After culling her possessions into only what would fit in a backpack, she traveled for over a year until settling near the beach, where she can often be found writing from cafés. She is the author of The Chateau, The Main Character, The Safari, and The Last Time We Saw Her.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
"[E]ngrossing page-turner... Goldis makes shrewd use of several possibly unreliable narrators, including Olivia and two of her fellow campers. Riley Sager fans will relish this dark, crafty puzzle."-- "Publishers Weekly "
"An exotic location that thrums with dread, a long-lost treasure, and a documentary exploring a mysterious death set the stage for Jaclyn Goldis's latest page-turner. A cast of complex characters carry grudges, old feuds, and murderous intent until the ultimate betrayal. An atmospheric, beautifully written thriller."--Robyn Harding, internationally bestselling author of STRANGERS IN THE VILLA
"Jaclyn Goldis masterfully combines the youth camping experience, complicated relationships and an exotic locale into a fun, dark and twisty novel. I tore through it, eager to see who was playing who in a clever cat and mouse game."--Jessie Garcia, author of THE BUSINESS TRIP
*PRAISE FOR THE SAFARI"
"The Last Time I Saw Her is a brilliant, sharply-written destination thriller that ingeniously combines two cherished tropes--an exotic setting and a documentary poised to unravel a cold case--into a book that delivers on every level, narrated by an incredible cast of characters, each with their own compelling voice. Juicy secrets, tension that simmers on every page, and a stunning conclusion make this a can't-miss book. Jaclyn Goldis just became an auto-buy author for me. What a star!"--Ashley Winstead, USA Today-bestselling author of THIS BOOK WILL BURY ME
"A compelling, high-octane exploration of privilege, complex family relationships, and class set at a luxurious, all-inclusive safari getaway surrounded by the deadliest of predators - human and animal. Atmospheric, addictive, and teeming with characters who all have something to hide, THE SAFARI will have you up all night hungrily hunting the pages for stealthily laid clues. A must read!"--Heather Gudenkauf, New York Times bestselling author of THE OVERNIGHT GUEST and THE PERFECT HOSTS
"Paging Mike White: A season of The White Lotus set on safari lodge would be a must-watch. In Jaclyn Goldis's new thriller, the wealthy CEO of a fashion empire invites her best friend, daughter-in-law, children and grandchild to an all-expenses-paid luxury safari in South Africa. But the dream vacation turns into a nightmare . . . . Wild animals and desperate poachers lurk in the savanna, but the true apex predator just might be a fellow traveler."-- "Andrea Bartz for People.com, "7 Psychological Thrillers to Fill the White Lotus-Shaped Hole in"
"If you're missing 'The White Lotus, ' look no further than Jaclyn Goldis's newest murder mystery, set on a luxurious South African safari."-- "Town & Country, "The Best Books to Read This May""
"Like a luxury safari, Jaclyn Goldis' enormously entertaining new novel takes readers on a thrilling ride through terrain as brutal as it is beautiful: an imperiled ecosystem of secrets, manipulation, and murder that will leave you breathless. With characters as richly realized as its sub-Saharan setting, THE SAFARI is a transporting page-turner with surprises around every corner. I couldn't put it down."--Luke Dumas, USA Today bestselling author of THE PALEONTOLOGIST and A HISTORY OF FEAR
"An intriguing story of murder and treasure set on the island of São Miguel... [an] enjoyable read by a popular author." -- "Booklist "
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Atria Books
Pub date:
2026-06-16
Length:
368 pages
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