What would you do if your mother was a serial killer?

This is the shocking premise of If You Tell, a true crime book by Gregg Olsen that tells the story of three sisters who survived living with their mother, Shelly Knotek, a sadistic and manipulative woman who tortured and murdered several people in her rural Washington home.

Based on extensive research and interviews, Olsen reconstructs the horrific events that took place behind closed doors, as Shelly subjected her daughters, Nikki, Sami, and Tori, to unimaginable abuse and violence. She also lured vulnerable women into her twisted web of lies and control, forcing them to endure unspeakable suffering and degradation.

But despite the terror and isolation they faced, the sisters never gave up hope. They forged an unbreakable bond of sisterhood that helped them endure and escape their nightmare. They also found the courage to expose their mother's crimes and bring her to justice.

If You Tell is a gripping and harrowing account of how three sisters overcame unimaginable trauma and betrayal. It is also a testament to the power of love, loyalty, and resilience in the face of evil. If you are looking for a true crime book that will keep you on the edge of your seat and touch your heart, you won't want to miss this one.