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Kaira Rouda - Jill is Not Happy

June 29, 2025 • Emily and Ashley

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Meet one of our 2026 Retreat authors. This episode has FULL spoilers for Jill is not Happy, her most recent novel.

Kaira Rouda is a USA Today and Amazon Charts bestselling author known for her gripping psychological thrillers that explore the dark complexities behind seemingly perfect lives. With a background in marketing and a passion for storytelling, Rouda has carved a niche for herself in domestic suspense, delivering twist-filled narratives that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Her novels—including Best Day Ever, The Favorite Daughter, and Somebody’s Home—have been praised for their chilling portrayals of deceit, ambition, and unraveling family dynamics. Before turning to fiction full time, Rouda was an award-winning entrepreneur and magazine publisher, experiences that often inform the layered, high-stakes worlds she creates. A strong advocate for women’s empowerment, Kaira lives with her family in Southern California

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