torih_reads 's review for:

The Lake Escape by Jamie Day

4.0

dark mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

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Summer is the perfect time for slow burn mystery thrillers and The Lake Escape perfectly fits the bill! Its got an eery, remote setting and a mystery spanning three generations.

I loved the duality between Izzy’s and Julia’s perspectives - while Izzy holds her secrets close to her chest, Julia’s problems are on full display. Although the pacing of the plot was slow at times, there’s so many twists and betrayals to keep the reader engaged and guessing, all leading up to some big reveals. If you love true crime, mysteries full of tension and suspense, and relatable POV characters, I highly recommend adding The Lake Escape to your summer reading list!

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the e-arc in exchange for an honest review.