Long Way Home: An absolutely addictive domestic thriller with a jaw-dropping twist

by Tanisha Stewart, Carrie Bledsoe (illustrator)

What started as a trip to the mall to pick up a birthday present turned into a mother's worst nightmare...

Nadine strapped her son Benji into his car seat, then went to put her gift bag in the trunk. As soon as she closed it, she was struck from behind and everything went black...

When Nadine regained consciousness, her health was intact but Benji was gone.

Who could have taken him?

Nadine has no clue, but come hell or high water, she's going to find out.

178 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 27, 2024

Reviews

[janekareadss · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was soooooo good!! The twists had me hooked and my jaw on the floor!! This is my second book by this author but I definitely plan to read many more books by her. I like her writing style & the length of the books. If you like thrillers definitely read this!! You WILL be thrilled 🤩

[Elonda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Deception…

Talk about not seeing the ending coming! This novel was so good! I was guessing all wrong all the way through! Be sure to read this one!

[Wind · Rating 4 out of 5]

I did not expect the twist and turns. I enjoyed this book.

[derrellee · Rating 5 out of 5]

who took Benji

This story had me captivated. There were so many twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat. I really enjoyed this . The main character was strong and I enjoyed the ride or this story.

[Samyra Alexander · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a wild ride!

This story had me nervous, wondering what would happen next. I needed answers. Who did it, how, and why? I was wrong each time I thought I figured out the plot. The author pulled me in, making me feel as if I was the one who had lost a child. I highly recommend this for lovers of domestic thrillers.

[Toni H · Rating 4 out of 5]

A single mother’s worst nightmare comes true when her son is kidnapped. As the mother is loading items in the trunk of her car, someone knocks her out and she wakes in the hospital. She explains to everyone that she had her son with her and now he is missing. The police detectives come to get information from her to begin a search for the missing boy. Days turn into weeks, and the missing boy is never found. The mother is devastated and losing her mind. Then one day by chance she sees an article about boy in a competition at school and his picture. She is convinced that it is her son in another state. So, she drives hours to the school and runs to the boy. Then things take a dramatic turn and she questions everything and everyone in her life. All she wants to do is get her son back.

[Lourdes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tanisha is going to always take you on a ride with a story. As parent imagine going out with your child. You’re already stressed because you never know who is around you or watching you. So imagine you think you’ve made it to your care with your child safely only to get knocked out and when you wake …..your child is gone.WHERE IS MY BABY?!? Your blood pressure is up and the twist just keep coming. Please know Tanisha is going to always bring your pressure up in her stories…. This is no different.

[Jade Johnson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Unputadownable‼️ 👈🏾 I know that's not a word 🤭

Omg.. Let's start by saying, I was captivated from the very beginning. I have been rooted on the couch from start to finish.. The story made me feel like I was walking on side of Nadine the entire ride. I saw what she saw, I felt what she felt. The twist was unexpected because I had put my detective hat on and had already named my suspects.. I was LOUD AND WRONG..🤣.. I enjoyed this story, couldn't have chosen a better book to read on this NYE.

[Briitta (Momma_Shligga) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, this book had me from start to finish! Tanisha Stewart does an incredible job pulling you into the story with characters that feel real and situations that keep you guessing. Just when I thought I had it all figured out, the ending completely surprised me, in the best way possible. The twists, the emotions, the depth… everything was on point. If you're looking for a gripping read that doesn't let go, Long Way Home is it. Highly recommend!

[BeLinda P. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Twists and The Turns

Nadine was a single parent as the result of tragedy. She cherished her son and then he disappeared. Her friends rallied around her. The police did all they could. Then it happened. She saw him. The twists and turns were captivating. What you thought was deeper than one could imagine. Talk about a another whole story. I laughed and cried all in one breath. The author had me. I’ve read her other books but this made me an even bigger fan.

[Gabby Penn Farmer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Twists on top of twists

So you just gon’ have us stressed out the whole book! Nadine felt like she was going crazy, sh*t I was going crazy too trying to figure it out. The twist! It’s never who or what you think. I thought I had it figured out, I was really trying thinking “aha I got it”, but of course Tanisha threw a monkey wrench at that!

[Jazzy · Rating 5 out of 5]

5⭐️
I would give this book 1,000 stars if I could. This was definitely my favorite book of the year! It had me in a chokehold from the beginning until the end. The twists and turns were unpredictable and this book was just breathtaking. It had me gasping and tense and stressed and happy and just all the feel and I couldn’t have asked for anything more!!!

[Amber Jackson · Rating 4 out of 5]

When I say page turner that is exactly what I mean. This book had me on the edge of my seat trying to figure out what happened to Benji and then when it started to come together it is nothing that I was thinking. I love short chapters and this book had that. It was a page turner. If Tanisha writes it I am reading it! Highly recommend especially to my thriller//suspense lovers.

[Tamara Foster · Rating 5 out of 5]

Long Way Home

In reviewing this book, I have to say that it was action packed, had my mind racing to see what happened next, and kept me wanting more while trying to unravel the mystery. This is truly every mother's worst nightmare, one that leaves you half crazy and exhausted. The plot twists near the end were surreal and kept me reading well into the night. Awesome book!

[Antoinette Lori · Rating 5 out of 5]

Find that baby!!!

One thing you can always count on with Tanisha Stewart is that she’ll keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. As a mother, I can’t even begin to imagine how I would react if my child were kidnapped, but I’m sure I’d be completely unhinged. The twists in this story just kept coming, making it impossible to put the book down.

[Beverly Lambert · Rating 5 out of 5]

So So Good

The twist and turns in this book is just amazing everytime I put this book down to do something else just couldn't wait to get back into it and the ending was like something in a fairytale book I enjoy all your books just keep up the good work n keep ppl happy on their reading streak.....cause I am n thank you.

[Marquita Hudson · Rating 3 out of 5]

(For my records.) Started off really good. The ‘action’ part was too unrealistic, though. Long lost twins with sons who look identical AND ‘baby’s fathers’ who looked alike, too?! 😒 This book had potential, but these details took away from the book. I would not recommend this book if someone asked.

[ZaKiyyah · Rating 5 out of 5]

A mother’s worst nightmare turned into quite a rollercoaster ride of an amazing story! I totally did not expect the ending! I was side eyeing everyone throughout the whole story, everyone was a suspect in my eyes I trusted NO ONE! I read it in one setting it’s definitely unputdownable!

[Ju Berrymore · Rating 5 out of 5]

PLOT TWIST!

Mind boggling! The whole time reading this, I tried to guess who the culprit was and came nowhere close. This was a nerve-wracking, thrilling ride that had me on edge til the end!

[GREEDY]

OMG, that book was crazy but GOOD! 😂 I REALLY loved how intense it was. The plot was SO unpredictable; I was on the edge of my seat the whole time, I thought I knew, but I had no idea. This book is a page turner for sure!

[Toni Larue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tanisha Stewart has outdone herself with this one

Just finished "Long Way Home" by Tanisha Stewart and y'all... my mind is BLOWN.

The TWIST!!! Pure genius.

If you haven't grabbed your copy yet, what are you waiting for?

[Tina Bell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Book

I am a mom so of course I couldn’t stop reading until I found out what happened to the baby. This book was really good from the first page to the last. Definitely a must read for any one that likes a good Thriller.

[Ang · Rating 5 out of 5]

Suspenful

The more I read the more I was caught up. This story was an adventure to read Twins with twins having identical looking children was quite masterful. I will definitely be reading more books by Tanisha.

[Deedeesaidso · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely enjoyed this book, I never could have guessed who was the person that took lil Benji. I turned into a investigator keeping tabs on everybody, even thought the nurse Martha had something to do wit it. It keep me on the edge of my toes. Short read can definitely read in one setting.

[Let Seshat Read · Rating 1 out of 5]

Aht Aht

No! Because What did I just read? This story was long and drawn out in an effort to have 2 stories in one? So disappointed... I wanted to shelve this book so many times. I wish I could rate 1/2 star

[Doretha Bradley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Terrific and Twisted

The twist in this book was fantastic. For a minute, I was thinking Nadine was losing it, but boom 💥 plot twist! I'm glad it had a happy ending, but I wonder how Benji was able to figure out Adrian was an imposter??? Good read!

[Alicia · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a mother this book hit the spot. When her son is taken all she can do is think about how she messed up and where did her baby go. I felt her pain and anger. I never expected what would happen next.

[Syretta King · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very Suspenseful and Unique

Im a very big fan of Tanisha Stewart. Each time I start one of her books, I know I'm not getting anything done around the house. Please support her by reading. It will not disappoint.

[Jawanda Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reflections

Absolutely exhilarating, spell bounding, and hard to put down. I read it in one day. As usual Tanisha pulls you completely in and you watch as it unfolds like a masterpiece. Enjoy!

[Queen B · Rating 5 out of 5]

Now this was a wild ride!!! I literally yelled WHAT!!! so many times! Tanisha is definitely the plot twist Queen!