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3.67 AVERAGE

dark mysterious tense fast-paced

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adventurous tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
adventurous emotional mysterious tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

This was my first Alex Finlay book, and it didn't disappoint. I was on the edge of my seat from start to finish. Full of mystery, action, and suspense, I did not want to put it down. 

I truly enjoy this author’s writing style! I didn’t find this to be much of a thriller but it definitely carried some suspense. I was a bit confused keeping the characters straight - it also took me more than halfway through to realize that there were chapters going between past & present - as this is an unedited copy, I hope that is specified in the final version. All in all, a good story that kept me interested.

THANK YOU to the author, Netgalley and St. Martin’s Press for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.
dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This book is super bingeable. While I was able to guess some of the outcomes it didn’t feel like it took anything away from the story. 
dark mysterious tense fast-paced
dark mysterious tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This thriller is a rollercoaster ride of suspense that will keep you guessing until the very end.  Ryan's haunted by a traumatic event from his past, and things take a crazy turn when a shocking discovery reignites the nightmare.

The story unfolds from multiple perspectives, including a small-town sheriff's deputy and a Philadelphia mobster (talk about unexpected allies!).  Each character brings a fresh angle to the mystery, keeping you on the edge of your seat.

Finlay is a master of the unexpected twist.  Just when you think you've figured it out, BAM! The plot takes a sharp turn, leaving you wanting more.   This isn't your average whodunit – it's a mind-bending exploration of trauma, guilt, and the lengths we go to for those we love.
adventurous dark emotional mysterious reflective tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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mysterious tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
mysterious fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

I really enjoyed Finlay's 'The Night Shift' from a few years ago, so I was excited to jump into this one!

The plot itself is outlandish but in an entertaining way. The characters are fun and easy to read. There are a couple low stakes twists but it's all wrapped up with a satisfying conclusion.

Huge thank you to Netgalley and St.Martins Press for an advanced copy of the perfect book to binge over a long weekend!

Review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐