This is How We End Things: A Novel

In a new psychological thriller by RJ Jacobs, "If We Were Villains," a group of graduate students studying the psychology of lying is trapped on an abandoned campus after one of them is found dead. As secrets are revealed, the students must find out who is lying and who may have committed murder. Deception is more dangerous than they thought.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 12 September 2023
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

In a captivating psychological thriller by RJ Jacobs, "If We Were Villains" introduces us to Riley Sager, who meets a tight-knit group of graduate students studying the psychology of lying. However, their world is turned upside down when one of them is discovered dead after an experiment. Everything they thought they knew about deception crumbles before their eyes, leaving them trapped in a web of lies and secrets.

The campus, once bustling with students, is now empty, enveloped in a winter storm that adds to the sense of foreboding. In the shadows, someone lurks, waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike again. The atmosphere is thick with tension, and the students are on edge, unsure of whom to trust.

Under the guidance of enigmatic Professor Joe Lyons, the five graduate students are delving into the intricate science behind the acts of lying. They hope to gain insights into human behavior and develop techniques to detect deception. However, their pursuit of knowledge has a darker side. It seems that uncovering the secrets of deception is making it easier for them to guard their own secrets, and they all have something to hide.

As the test goes awry and one of them is found dead, the students find themselves trapped on an abandoned campus with a local detective on the case. The detective, determined to solve the mystery, begins to unravel the group's secrets, forcing them to confront the truth about themselves and each other.

As the layers of deception are peeled away, the students realize that deception is not just a simple act of lying. It is a dangerous game that can have far-reaching consequences. They must navigate through a web of lies and betrayals, trying to determine who is lying, who is not, and who may have been capable of committing murder.

"This is How it Ends" is a foreboding dark academia thriller that delves into the complexities of human behavior and the consequences of lying. The characters are well-developed, with their motivations and secrets adding depth to the story. The plot is suspenseful, with unexpected twists and turns that keep the reader engaged until the very end.

In conclusion, "If We Were Villains" is a compelling psychological thriller that explores the dark side of human nature. RJ Jacobs has masterfully crafted a story that is both suspenseful and thought-provoking, leaving the reader with a sense of unease and a newfound appreciation for the power of truth and honesty. "This is How it Ends" is a must-read for fans of dark academia and psychological thrillers alike.

Weight: 268g
Dimension: 210 x 140 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781728254104