Blue Diary by Alice Hoffman

Blue Diary by Alice Hoffman is a haunting novel about love, betrayal, and the secrets that shatter small-town lives.
 
When Jorie Walker’s devoted husband is suddenly arrested for a shocking crime, her quiet New England life unravels overnight. In Blue Diary, Alice Hoffman explores how well we truly know the people we love — and how quickly certainty can dissolve into doubt.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
Emotionally layered, character-driven storytelling
Small-town setting rich with atmosphere
Themes of trust, betrayal, and resilience
Subtle suspense woven into literary fiction
Signature lyrical prose from Alice Hoffman
🌟 Perfect For
Fans of literary fiction with suspense elements
Readers who enjoy intimate domestic dramas
Book clubs exploring marriage and morality
Lovers of New England–set stories
Readers who appreciate reflective, emotionally rich novels
 
Jorie Walker believed she had built a stable, loving life with her husband in their small Massachusetts town. But when he is accused of a brutal crime, the foundation of that life fractures. As neighbors turn wary and long-buried memories surface, Jorie is forced to confront painful questions about loyalty, truth, and self-preservation.
 
Alice Hoffman’s prose is both spare and lyrical, capturing the claustrophobic tension of a community shaken by scandal. Blue Diary blends psychological suspense with emotional depth, revealing how trust can both sustain and betray us. It’s a quiet yet powerful novel about facing the unthinkable — and discovering inner strength in the aftermath.