Laila's life has hit a dead end - her research project has failed, and she is almost certain that her contract won't be renewed. Moreover, her relationship with Nikko, a budding actor, isn't going very well. Can she really throw everything away now and head to a deserted island with her boyfriend to shoot a reality show "Perfect Pair," succumbing to Nikko's persuasion?
The rules of the game are simple. Ten strangers must survive together on an island, and the last remaining couple wins a prize. A secluded luxury resort in the Indian Ocean, a tropical paradise... What could go wrong?
Laila agrees to participate but starts to regret her decision when a nighttime storm turns this game into a survival struggle... As tensions rise and fresh water supplies dwindle, Laila realizes this show is too real - and lives are at stake... or death.
- 1. A gripping thriller with unexpected twists: the novel combines elements of romantic satire, adventure, and psychological thriller, with nods to Agatha Christie's classics adding an extra layer of intrigue.
- 2. An intriguing story about a reality show that turns into a deadly game: five couples find themselves trapped on a tropical island during a storm, and among them is a killer. Tension builds with each page.
- 3. Ruth Ware, author of psychological thrillers, creates an atmosphere of paranoia and distrust, where every character can be both a victim and a criminal. Reviews from leading publications confirm the high quality of the text and its ability to keep the reader engaged until the last page.