“Under the Bed” is an impressive novel by James Jenkins, which revolves around the life of Lily Harrison, who is a highly rated criminal defense attorney in Manhattan. The story starts with Lily struggling with the consequences of a set of disturbing nightmares, which is an indication of her mental condition and the accumulating stresses that come with her work. Lily, being a mind and well-built woman, is assigned the duty of defending a man named Carlos Rodriguez, who is accused of three gruesome murders. This case can make or break her career, and Lily is too well aware of the consequences. 

As the plot progresses, we find that Carlos is an obsession that starts to creep into the personal life and well-being of Lily. The chill in the air is further enhanced by the unidentified delivery of roses to her apartment, which intensifies both the feeling of fear and interest. Jenkins creates a story that explores the psychological consequences of obsession, ambition and the blending of professional accountability with personal safety. The courtroom is not the only place Lily journeys to; it is an in-depth look at her psyche as she deals with external and internal threats. 

The writer uses his various experiences, which he has had, and skillfully incorporates a theme of identity and resilience throughout the story. Under the Bed is not just a legal thriller, but it is also an investigation into the human condition in a situation of extraordinary conditions, hence a lot of addition to modern literature.