Such Sheltered Lives, Alyssa Sheinmel
Such Sheltered Lives, Alyssa Sheinmel
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Such Sheltered Lives

Author: Alyssa Sheinmel

Narrator: Emily Lawrence, James Meunier, Gabra Zackman

Unabridged: 1589 hr 3 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/20/2026


Synopsis

“Truly stunning.” —Danielle Valentine, New York Times bestselling author of Delicate Condition

For fans of Nine Perfect Strangers and The Midnight Feast, a moody, atmospheric psychological suspense set in the secretive world of celebrity rehab centers, from New York Times bestselling author Alyssa Sheinmel.

Rush's Recovery promises its wealthy guests the utmost discretion. But when a body is discovered nearby, can the center’s secrets stay buried?

Off the coast of New York, tucked among the pristine and secluded beaches of Shelter Island sits Rush’s Recovery, a treatment center where ultra-high net worth clients can seek treatment away from prying eyes and paparazzi. The latest guests have just arrived: Lord Edward of Essex, a British aristocrat fighting his black-sheep status and a painful addiction; Amelia Blue Harris, the daughter of a grungy 90’s rock legend struggling with an eating disorder; and Florence Bloom, a pop star trying to lay low after her latest tabloid scandal. All three have been promised the highest standard of care, from daily therapy and a live-in chef to acupuncture sessions and a personal care manager —all available 24/7. Just so long as they stay put in their private cottages and never interact with the other guests.

But these self-destructive B-listers didn't get where they are by following the rules. Edward, Amelia, and Florence are each at Rush’s for reasons all their own—but somewhere between their therapy sessions and cold plunges, will they confront more than their own demons? Celebrities check in to Rush’s to protect their privacy, but a mysterious death will reveal that the darkest secrets lie in the center’s own history.

About Alyssa Sheinmel

Alyssa Sheinmel is the New York Times bestselling author of several novels for young adults, including A Danger to Herself and OthersThe Castle School for Troubled Girls, and FacelessSuch Sheltered Lives is her adult debut. Alyssa grew up in Northern California and New York and currently lives and writes in New York. Follow her on Instagram @AlyssaSheinmel or visit her online at AlyssaSheinmel.com.

About Gabra Zackman

Gabra Zackman knows romance. Her clever and “thrilling romantic caper” (Library Journal) Bod Squad series was inspired by the more than one hundred romance and women’s fiction titles she has narrated for audio. She divides her time between her native New York City and Denver, Colorado.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Linzie (suspenseisthrillingme) on January 13, 2026

A slow-boiling tale of psychological suspense with a literary fiction feel, Such Sheltered Lives took a close look at mental health, addiction, privilege, self-worth, and family in quite the thought-provoking way. You see, not only did it tackle some serious topics such as drug abuse and anorexia, b......more

Goodreads review by Debra on November 12, 2025

Rush’s Recovery caters to the ultra-elite who need privacy and discretion while battling their demons. Some come for treatment for addiction, some for eating disorders, some to avoid scandal, and some to explore trauma. What better place to bear your soul than in a rehabilitation center set in a lav......more

Goodreads review by Brittany’sBoundByBloodBooks on October 19, 2025

I checked into this book for a detox from boring thrillers and promptly relapsed after chapter one.🏥 Alyssa Sheinmel’s Such Sheltered Lives is a frosty, Hamptons set psychological suspense that turns the celebrity rehab trope into a locked compound mystery. Rush’s Recovery part spa, part sanitarium,......more

Goodreads review by Angie on October 04, 2025

Ope, didn’t see that coming. A fun mystery about rich people behaving…. Like addicts trying to get well. Multi POV going to a remote extremely high end recovery center for the ultra wealthy. A member of the royal family, a rock star addict, and the daughter of popular musicians. Trigger warning for......more

Goodreads review by Kate on October 04, 2025

I really loved the unique premise of this one—following three patients’ POVs during an unconventional rehab stay was such an interesting setup. It gave a layered look at how each person handled their traumas and reasons for being there. That said, I wish we’d seen more actual therapy sessions to str......more