camilarussell 's review for:

Parents Weekend by Alex Finlay

3.0

---

Thank you Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for this alc. 

Set during a parents weekend at Northern California University, this novel is about five students who mysteriously vanish, leaving their families and the community in turmoil. Told through multiple perspectives, the story primarily focus on the students and their parents. However, as the investigation progresses, FBI Special Agent Sarah Keller is brought in to unravel the mystery.

Finlay keeps the suspense going and skillfully makes use of the multiple POVs. The audiobook is narrated by Brittany Pressley who delivers a spectacular narration of the multiple voices, bringing each character’s perspective to life. I particularly enjoyed agent Keller’s perspective. To me, the student’s perspective didn’t catch my attention. 

Parents Weekend explores parental expectations, family secrets and the complicated relationships between parents and their children. This is a fast-paced thriller that delves into the complexity of family dynamics and the secrets that bind them. Overall, this is an entertaining read and I had a good time reading this novel.