In the captivating pages of "If You Tell," #1 New York Times bestselling author Gregg Olsen delves into the chilling true-crime narrative of three sisters who endured unimaginable abuse and trauma at the hands of their sadistic mother, Shelly. Set against the backdrop of their farmhouse in Raymond, Washington, the story unveils the horrors that transformed their childhood into a scene of terror.
Nikki, Sami, and Tori Knotek grew up under a reign of fear and degradation, experiencing psychic and physical torment that would shape their lives forever. For years, "mom" became a haunting term for the sisters, inciting painful memories they kept secret for far too long. Their mother’s sadism knew no bounds, subjecting them to various forms of torture while manipulating the dynamics of their family and drawing others into her dark web.
Despite the overwhelming odds, Nikki, Sami, and Tori forged an unbreakable bond of sisterhood that became their greatest asset. It was this bond that empowered them to escape the escalating nightmare that culminated in multiple murders. Together, they found the strength and courage to reclaim their lives, fighting against the absolute evil that threatened to consume them.
Harrowing yet empowering, "If You Tell" is more than just a survivor’s story; it embodies the spirit of resilience and the quest for justice. Nikki, Sami, and Tori not only survived their mother’s atrocities but emerged as loving and strong women ready to thrive in a world that once sought to destroy them.
Join the sisters on their extraordinary journey of survival, as they discover the light in the darkness, proving that they are victims no more. With every turn of the page, readers are invited to witness their quest for freedom and the enduring bond that sustained them through their darkest times.
