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A review by ashbydodd
Tell Me What You Did by Carter Wilson
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.5
From the very first page, Tell Me What You Did grabs you by the throat and refuses to let go. This psychological thriller by Carter Wilson wastes no time, throwing readers into a relentless game of cat and mouse from the jump.
At the heart of the story is Poe, a popular podcaster who specializes in true crime. But things take a turn when a stranger comes forward claiming responsibility for her mother's murder—except Poe knows her mother's killer is dead.
The premise is gold, and Wilson executes it with razor-sharp precision. The tension is constant—every chapter is filled with unease, pulling me deeper into the mystery. The pacing is fast (which I love!)… well, almost. While the book starts strong and moves forward rapidly, I hit a bit of a lull in the middle. Nothing significant—just enough to make me consider setting it down for the night. But fortunately, the last quarter of the book jumps into high gear again, leading to an action-packed conclusion.
This was my first Carter Wilson book, but it won't be my last. If you're a thriller fan looking for a book that keeps you guessing (and possibly looking over your shoulder), Tell Me What You Did is well worth the read. Buckle up—this one is a ride.
Thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the advanced reader's copy. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
At the heart of the story is Poe, a popular podcaster who specializes in true crime. But things take a turn when a stranger comes forward claiming responsibility for her mother's murder—except Poe knows her mother's killer is dead.
The premise is gold, and Wilson executes it with razor-sharp precision. The tension is constant—every chapter is filled with unease, pulling me deeper into the mystery. The pacing is fast (which I love!)… well, almost. While the book starts strong and moves forward rapidly, I hit a bit of a lull in the middle. Nothing significant—just enough to make me consider setting it down for the night. But fortunately, the last quarter of the book jumps into high gear again, leading to an action-packed conclusion.
This was my first Carter Wilson book, but it won't be my last. If you're a thriller fan looking for a book that keeps you guessing (and possibly looking over your shoulder), Tell Me What You Did is well worth the read. Buckle up—this one is a ride.
Thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the advanced reader's copy. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.