A review by book_reader_lover
Behind A Closed Door by J.D. Barker

dark mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

J.D. Barker is one of my all-time favorite authors.  His books are always a wild intense ride.  I can always expect to be grabbed at the first page, and not let go of until the end.

This one was good, but different from his others.  It was a spicy read, which you usually don't get from Barker.  It was, also, scary because it dealt with an app and how apps, or I guess I should say phones and computers, can start controlling our lives. 

Abby and Brendan decide to go to a martial counselor.  The counselor tells them to download the app 'Sugar & Spice.'. They do and this starts the wild ride you will have when you read this book.  

I have to say that it made me think and wonder about the apps on my phone.  I don't know if that was Barker's intention or not.  But, I may just have to start reading terms instead of just agreeing.

Tentative Publishing Date: May 13, 2024

Thanks to Netgalley, Hampton Creek Press and Barker for the E-ARC.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

😊 Happy Reading 😊 

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