A review by montanamomreads
Red River Road by Anna Downes

adventurous mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Thank you to Macmillan Audio @macmillanaudio #MacAudio2024 and the author for the gifted audiobook.  

Get ready for a gripping tale set in Australia. The story follows Katy as she searches for her missing sister, Phoebe, across the country. Along the way, she meets Beth, who is on the run from her past.

Narrated from the perspectives of Katy, Beth, and Wyatt, who’s mother vanished, the intertwining stories reveal how each character's fate is interconnected. The outcome was not what I expected and left me wanting more of Phoebe’s story. 

The author skillfully keeps readers on the edge of their seats, instilling a sense a mistrust of everyone Katy comes into contact with. The narrator's captivating voice adds depth to the characters and intensifies the suspense throughout the story.

I found the author's note added a fascinating layer as to the inspiration behind the book and the research conducted on missing female solo travelers.

If you're a fan of thrillers that keep you hooked and wanting more, mark your calendar for the release of the book and audiobook on August 27.