Woodbridge, VA. - Author Kathie Truitt will conduct a book signing of her psychological fiction novel, "False Vic-tim" on Aug. 7 at 1 p.m. at Borders, 2904 Prince William Parkway, Woodbridge.
The book is about Julie Patterson, a former Miss Mississippi with a successful husband, two wonderful children and the lavish life that many can only dream about.
Her life becomes even better when her husband receives a long-awaited promotion and the family moves to a neighborhood near Washington, D. C.
Patterson quickly makes friends with neighbors, except for the woman who lives behind her, who simply stares without acknowledgment of Patterson. After a while, though, the woman, Lynn, warms up to Patter-son and the two form a fast friendship
However, this friendship quickly turns strange as Patterson learns of Lynn's propensity to lie for attention. She and her family also notice that Lynn has gotten the same car as Patterson, has begun to dress like her and is getting a pool just like Patterson and is consistently attempting to one up Patterson.
At first everyone brushes it off, but when one lie threatens Patterson's family, she begins to realize Lynn has some unknown agenda and Patterson is her target. The situation begins to spiral out of control until one is found on the stand for attempted murder.
A resident of Alexandria, Truitt said the gripping thriller is based on a true story.
-- Bennie Scarton Jr.
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