readsinfrogpjs 's review for:

High Season by Katie Bishop
4.0
adventurous challenging emotional mysterious reflective sad medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

It's been twenty years since Nina, at age 6, witnessed the death of her older sister.  The family had moved on, but now a podcast and upcoming documentary is shining a light again on the murder.  Nina returns home to face her family and the memories.  Did the night in question happen they way she remembered? 

I really enjoyed Katie Bishop's sophomore novel. Bishop's writing style is fantastic.  I love the nuanced way she brings to life characters that are flawed and complex.  There is an intricacy to the plot that isn't too common in a lot of psychological thriller/mysteries that can be found in High Season.  At least that I am familiar with.  Bishop takes time to develop her characters, giving them a voice and agency that is more common in literary novels.  Add in a mystery based plot, and you get a great novel.  

If you're still choosing your summer books, make sure High Season is on your tbr. It is a great option for a book club as well.  High Season will give you lots to talk about. 

I read and reviewed honestly an advanced digital copy offered by the publisher and netgalley.