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itzbrianna's review
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Ruthie hasn’t been back at Anchorage for three years. Her mother took her and fled to Portland, Oregon. But after her mother dies she’s back in her hometown with her estranged dad and his new family. And the only thing Ruthie can think about is seeing her best friend, Zahra. But when Ruthie goes to school and finds out that Zahra is missing her world seems to spin. And she can’t think, do, or even breathe without thinking about her.
This book has all the makings of a typical mystery novel. You’ve got the crime, the underlying subplots that draw suspicion, and the list of all the possible people it could be. But Jennifer Donaldson really throws you for a loop.
I Know You Remember is a tense and fast paced mystery built on secrets and deceit. While reading this, I thought I had figured everything out and I was almost right until the climax of the story. This book will take you on a whirlwind and honestly, you might end up rereading it just to see all the things you missed.
If you love mysteries that will shock you with every twist and turn then this book is for you. I HIGHLY recommend.
****The following section contains what some would consider spoilers*****
My biggest gripe I had with this book was all the questions left unanswered.
1) How did Ruthie’s mom find out?
2) What is the diagnosis?
3) And what about Tabitha’s own obsession?
Honestly, I should read it again.
This book has all the makings of a typical mystery novel. You’ve got the crime, the underlying subplots that draw suspicion, and the list of all the possible people it could be. But Jennifer Donaldson really throws you for a loop.
I Know You Remember is a tense and fast paced mystery built on secrets and deceit. While reading this, I thought I had figured everything out and I was almost right until the climax of the story. This book will take you on a whirlwind and honestly, you might end up rereading it just to see all the things you missed.
If you love mysteries that will shock you with every twist and turn then this book is for you. I HIGHLY recommend.
****The following section contains what some would consider spoilers*****
My biggest gripe I had with this book was all the questions left unanswered.
1) How did Ruthie’s mom find out?
2) What is the diagnosis?
3) And what about Tabitha’s own obsession?
Honestly, I should read it again.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Religious bigotry, Child death, Death of parent, Alcohol, Misogyny, Racism, Gaslighting, Classism, and Mental illness
Moderate: Torture, Violence, Stalking, Suicidal thoughts, and Toxic friendship
savreads28's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Violence, Death, Child death, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Death of parent, Stalking, and Mental illness
Minor: Alcoholism, Addiction, and Infidelity
zoeysalzman14's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This was incredible and had me in a chokehold at the end. Anyone that likes a good mystery should read this for sure. Amazing story.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Sexism, Medical trauma, Murder, Toxic friendship, Violence, and Misogyny
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