the setup…
Five years ago, Ryan Richardson and his girlfriend Alison Lane were high school seniors getting ready for college. One night, they were at a secluded spot known by everyone as Lovers Lane, taking the next step in their relationship when suddenly Ryan was pulled from the car and knocked out. He got a brief look at the man before lights out but when he was rescued, Alison and her car had vanished. Now her car has been discovered at the bottom of the lake with two dead men inside and a cryptic note found preserved in her purse. Where is Alison and what does that note mean?
the heart of the story…
Suspicions surrounded Ryan even after a notorious serial killer was implicated so he not only left town but changed his last name. He’s in Italy with his law school classmates when he hears the news about the car. Stunningly, he spots the man who attacked him five years ago. Meanwhile, newly hired Deputy Sheriff Poppy McGee has returned to Kansas after discharge from the Army and is assigned the lead to the newly resurrected case. She smells something hinky right from the start. The story is delivered from three points of view: Ryan, Poppy and a shady character named Shane O’Leary. You know they’re linked in some way but how?
the narration…
I’m so glad three narrators were used to tell the story, not just for character distinctions but because these three had a different, essential connections. The storytelling was so good!
the bottom line…
I had my aha moment about halfway into the story but was still missing essential pieces. I couldn’t stop listening and wanted to skip ahead pretty bad. This was nothing like I’d anticipated and it kept me in the dark as to who I could trust and who I couldn’t, who are the real bad guys and who were the true heroes. A few red herrings but the key to this story is assembling the puzzle pieces correctly. This was a heck of a thrilling ride.
Book Info
- Release Date: May 28, 2024
- Narrators: Helen Laser, John Pirhalla & Paul Dateh
- Audio Length: 7 hours, 16 minutes
- Publisher: Macmillan Audio
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So glad you enjoyed this story too!. It sure kept me turning the pages. Excellent review as well, Jo!
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Thank you, Marialyce💜 It was hard to find stopping points.
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I want to read this one, his books are always fun and entertaining!
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I think you’ll be pleased, Ani💜
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Fab review Jo, sounds really good!
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Thanks, Nicki💜 I believe you’d enjoy it, too.
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You definitely have me intrigued to read more with your great review Jonetta. I agree there are definitely times when multiple narrators work best and make the audiobook so much more enjoyable.
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Thank you, Jodie💜 This would have been a tough assignment for one person, especially for the shady character.
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Excellent review! Now I really want to read this one.
Anne
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Thank you, Anne💜 It moves fast!
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Wonderful review Jo. I have the book to read, and am looking forward to it. 💕📚
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Thank you, Sandy💜 I think you’re going to enjoy this one.
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Is this set in Kansas? I don’t come across many books set in my state. I’ve got this on my list to read this summer. I’m glad you enjoyed it!
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Yes, it’s primarily set in Leavenworth. There are also locations in Italy, Ireland, France and Philadelphia but the base is in Kansas.
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I’m so happy to read you enjoyed it as much as I did. It was a clever story. Great review lovely!
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Thank you, Inge💜 Clever is the perfect word.
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Fab review! I’m glad you enjoyed your time with this story as well. xx
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Thanks, Yvo💜 Another one that lives up to the hype.
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I agree!
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