Simmons, Kelly

Simmons's (One More Day) cleverly dark family whodunit, narrated from multiple points of view, is just the perfect read for a day at the beach. The wonderful, salty Nantucket atmosphere and a cast of entertainingly questionable characters populate a fast-moving and spare plot.

Simmons's second novel (after Standing Still) is a great title for book groups that enjoy fiction with strong female characters. It may also appeal to fans of Lisa Genova's Still Alice.