Since she was a little girl, Piers has always loved poisonous things, including dangerous pokeberries, which she's able to eat without any ill effects. This affinity comes in handy when Piers fakes her own death to escape her abusive husband, and then again when a man on her escape route tries to sexually assault her and she inadvertently kills him in self-defense. But when she eventually joins up with her extended family, Piers learns that her ability to harness the powers of poison comes naturally to the long line of witches in her family. And now she must face a decision — does she embrace her deadly nature or does she reject it to try living a more normal life (albeit one with the ever-present possibility of accidently poisoning someone)?
This was suggested to me as a fantasy novel, though I'd be hesitant to hand this to a reader looking for a straightforward fantasy. It's more of a thriller with a fantasy tinge. Like Gone Girl with magical poison powers or Practical Magic with murderous overtones. It's well-written and a compelling story though, and an excellent read if you want to see some truly horrible people get their due.
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