A review by cj_mo_2222
Gone Again by Minka Kent

dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Gone Again is a domestic thriller told from alternating points of view and timelines in both the past and present. It tells the story of a woman who seems to have everything, but is reminded of her traumatic past when she receives a note on her 40th birthday that says, "You don't deserve any of this." Celia wonders if the note's author is resentful of everything she has now or if the person knows about her past.

This book is tense and there are some some parts that are hard to read because of descriptions of child abuse in the book's flashbacks. Because of events in their childhood, Celia has a complicated relationship with her two younger sisters. I was so glad to see that Genevieve, one of the book's narrators, puts their differences aside to be there for Celia when she needs her. This is when I really started enjoying the book and couldn't wait to find out what would happen next. I especially liked the ending of this suspenseful book. This is the fifth book I've read by this author and once again, I was thoroughly entertained. 

I received an advance copy of this ebook at no cost from NetGalley and Thomas and Mercer, but my review is voluntary and unbiased. 
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