Faye Adelheim appears to have it all: a glamorous life in Stockholm, a beautiful daughter, and a husband, Jack, who is the CEO of a multi-billion dollar company. However, this "golden cage" is built on Faye's own sacrifices; she once abandoned her own business studies to work waitressing jobs to fund Jack’s initial startup.
Unlike traditional thrillers that pit women against each other, Läckberg emphasizes sisterhood. Faye finds strength through friendships and builds her empire, aptly named "Revenge," by uniting with other women who have been exploited.
Faye carries a dark, violent backstory under her original name, Matilda, which she has spent years trying to bury.
