mlbenners 's review for:

Call Me Elizabeth Lark by Melissa Colasanti

3.0

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A suspenseful and engrossing story full of twists and turns, Call Me Elizabeth Lark is narrated by Myra Barkley, Myra’s adult daughter, Gwen, and Elizabeth Lark, who is presumed to be Myra’s long lost daughter, Charlotte. When Elizabeth shows up at the Barkley Inn with her son, after having been held captive in a remote cabin, a chain of events unfolds that places the entire family in danger. The plot is unique and captivating and the characters are multi-dimensional and well-fleshed out. While the story has a lot of potential, I felt that the it could have been executed more effectively. There are some pacing and stylistic issues that interfere with the flow of the book. I found myself having to reread certain portions to understand what was happening and/or what the characters were talking about. Despite these issues, the book has many redeeming qualities, including the atmospheric sense of tension, that make it well worth the read. Thank you to Crooked Lane Books and NetGalley for providing me with an e-galley in exchange for an honest review!