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If Something Happens to Me

Alex Finlay

3.66 AVERAGE

bookdarling1987's review against another edition

4.0

adventurous dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Gripping Twists and Human Depth

I love days like today. After a two-hour workout that left me feeling fantastic, I spent the rest of the day indulging in a great book. Recently, my reading choices have been dominated by fantasy and thrillers, and If Something Happens to Me by Alex Finlay perfectly fit the bill. The fact that I could finish this book in one day speaks volumes about Finlay's writing prowess; I was captivated from start to finish.

If Something Happens to Me is an incredible thriller that kept me on the edge of my seat. The story jumps around a bit, presenting different points of view, but each perspective is so engrossing that I found myself completely absorbed in the moment. The masterful pacing ensures that the switches between viewpoints come at just the right moments, maintaining a high level of engagement and a compelling need to uncover the full story. Finlay's ability to weave these perspectives into a cohesive narrative is superbly done, making for an addictive read.

The premise of the novel is intriguing, with elements reminiscent of true crime, yet it also delves deeply into the humanity of its characters. This combination creates a rich, multi-layered story that is both thrilling and emotionally resonant. Each character's perspective adds depth and dimension to the narrative, enhancing my appreciation for Finlay's character work. The romantic angles are subtle and not forced, adding a natural feel to the story without overshadowing the main plot.
This is one of the most suspenseful novels I've read in a long time. Alex Finlay has firmly established himself as one of my new favorite authors with this book. The story is so well-crafted that while you might suspect certain elements, you never feel like you can predict every twist and turn. The surprises kept coming, and I was continually hooked, eager to see how it all unfolded.

If Something Happens to Me is a testament to Alex Finlay's talent as a writer. It's a gripping, suspenseful thriller that balances intricate plotting with rich character development. The story's ability to keep you guessing and the seamless integration of multiple perspectives make it a standout read. I eagerly await more works from Finlay and highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a thrilling and well-crafted novel.

nobadbooks's review

2.0

fast-paced

scknitter's review against another edition

5.0

If the title alone doesn’t pique your interest, you will be hooked after the first few pages. After we are told how Ali disappears the book seems to be telling three different and unrelated stories. Until, that is, that Alex Finlay does what he does best. He brings all three stories crashing together with the speed of a racetrack and the thrills of a rollercoaster ride.

goodmornindreamer's review

3.5

mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: N/A

Loveable characters: N/A

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Truthfully, the beginning of this story was a bit difficult to follow along with. Each chapter we were bounced between different POVs and different narrators. Once I was halfway through listening to this book, I was able to get a better understanding of the characters and what was going on.

The story was very interesting and was a wild ride, but because it was a bit difficult for me to get into, I'd still rate it a 3.5.

Thank you NetGalley for letting me listen to this Audio Arc.

pawsitivelybookish's review against another edition

4.0

challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

marcirenee1974's review against another edition

4.0

adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

This was a wild ride and I was totally here for it! I didn't expect those last couple of twists at the end and I love that. The fact that this had a happy ending made my heart smile. I can't wait to read what Alex Finlay puts out next! He is on my always-read list!