A review by erinz
The Stranger Behind You: A Novel by Carol Goodman

dark mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

First Carol Goodman book and I was pleasantly surprised. Admittedly, I slept on this one, with it sitting on my shelf, the last one to be picked for the dodgeball team. I also stopped and started a few times before achieving lift off. Around page 100 it starts picking up and by page 200 it fully gains it momentum. The book is based on some of her mother's experiences and is inspired by Dr. Blasey-Ford's testimony. The booked gained a bit more respect from me having learned that. It also has an interesting historical subplot that I did not realize would run through the book as I began to read it. Certainly, with all mysteries, there is that element of suspended disbelief - and here I had to suspend more than usual which is why it started at a 4 star for me. With that said, it is a good twisty story.