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Under Suspicion #6
You Don't Own Me
“Queen of Suspense” Mary Higgins Clark and Alafair Burke are back with their sixth book in the New York Times bestselling Under Suspicion series; when TV producer Laurie Moran investigates an unsolved murder, she becomes entangled in a web of long-buried secrets and begins to wonder if her own life is in grave danger as a mysterious stalker plots revenge.
When we last saw Laurie Moran, she had recently become engaged to her show’s former host, Alex Buckley. Since then, the two have been happily planning a summer wedding and honeymoon, preparing for Alex’s confirmation to a federal judicial appointment, and searching for the perfect New York City home for their new life together.
But then Laurie is approached by Robert and Cynthia Bell, parents of Dr. Martin Bell, a famously charming and talented physician who was shot dead as he pulled into the driveway of his Greenwich Village carriage house five years ago. The Bells are sure that Martin’s disgraced and erratic wife, Kendra, carried out the murder. Determined to prove Kendra’s guilt and win custody over their grandchildren, they plead with Laurie to feature their son’s case on “Under Suspicion,” ensuring her that Kendra is willing to cooperate.
Kendra has lived under a blanket of suspicion since Martin’s death, with the tabloid media depicting her as a secretive, mentally unstable gold-digger. Laurie’s show is a chance for her to clear her name. But unbeknownst to the Bells, Kendra has already refused once before to go forward with a re-investigation of her husband’s murder, and her statements to the contrary only add to the appearance of guilt.
But once Laurie dives into the case, she learns that Martin wasn’t the picture-perfect husband, father, and doctor he appeared to be and was carrying secrets of his own. And what does the web of lies ensnaring the Bell family have to do with a dangerous stranger, who gazes at Laurie from afar and thinks, What a pretty girl, I’m sure she’s going to be missed…?
You Don’t Own Me is the perfect, exhilarating follow up to the bestselling Every Breath You Take. The “Queen of Suspense” Mary Higgins Clark and her dazzling partner-in-crime Alafair Burke have devised another riveting page-turner.
When we last saw Laurie Moran, she had recently become engaged to her show’s former host, Alex Buckley. Since then, the two have been happily planning a summer wedding and honeymoon, preparing for Alex’s confirmation to a federal judicial appointment, and searching for the perfect New York City home for their new life together.
But then Laurie is approached by Robert and Cynthia Bell, parents of Dr. Martin Bell, a famously charming and talented physician who was shot dead as he pulled into the driveway of his Greenwich Village carriage house five years ago. The Bells are sure that Martin’s disgraced and erratic wife, Kendra, carried out the murder. Determined to prove Kendra’s guilt and win custody over their grandchildren, they plead with Laurie to feature their son’s case on “Under Suspicion,” ensuring her that Kendra is willing to cooperate.
Kendra has lived under a blanket of suspicion since Martin’s death, with the tabloid media depicting her as a secretive, mentally unstable gold-digger. Laurie’s show is a chance for her to clear her name. But unbeknownst to the Bells, Kendra has already refused once before to go forward with a re-investigation of her husband’s murder, and her statements to the contrary only add to the appearance of guilt.
But once Laurie dives into the case, she learns that Martin wasn’t the picture-perfect husband, father, and doctor he appeared to be and was carrying secrets of his own. And what does the web of lies ensnaring the Bell family have to do with a dangerous stranger, who gazes at Laurie from afar and thinks, What a pretty girl, I’m sure she’s going to be missed…?
You Don’t Own Me is the perfect, exhilarating follow up to the bestselling Every Breath You Take. The “Queen of Suspense” Mary Higgins Clark and her dazzling partner-in-crime Alafair Burke have devised another riveting page-turner.
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First published November 6, 2018
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Mary Higgins Clark
609 books13.3k followersThe #1 New York Times bestselling author Mary Higgins Clark has written thirty-eight suspense novels, four collections of short stories, a historical novel, a memoir, and two children’s books. With bestselling author Alafair Burke she wrote the Under Suspicion series. With her daughter Carol Higgins Clark, she has coauthored five more suspense novels. Her sister-in-law is the also author Mary Jane Clark.
Clark’s books have sold more than 100 million copies in the United States alone. Her books are beloved around the world and made her an international bestseller many times over.
Clark’s books have sold more than 100 million copies in the United States alone. Her books are beloved around the world and made her an international bestseller many times over.
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December 22, 2018
You Don’t Own Me by Mary Higgins Clark and Alafair Burke is a 2018 Simon & Schuster publication.
A multi-layered cold case mystery!
The latest cold case for Laurie Moran’s popular program, “Under Suspicion” involves the unsolved murder of Dr. Martin Bell, a prominent physician. Martin’s parents are convinced his troubled wife, Kendra, was behind his murder and they want Laurie to feature his case on her show. What they don’t know is that Kendra has already been approached about cooperating with them, but she refused to participate. But, after a second visit from Laurie and her partner, Ryan Nichols, Kendra is convinced it might be in her best interest to go along with it.
Meanwhile, Laurie and Alex are making wedding plans and looking for the perfect place to begin their new lives together, while also celebrating Alex’s appointment to a Federal Judgeship position.
But the reader knows something they don’t- Laurie is being followed and her stalker has murder on his mind…
I’ve followed this series from the beginning and I have loved every single installment. I will say the last chapter in the series was maybe the weakest one and I was just little concerned about the series running out of steam.
However, I needn’t have worried. This latest edition was one of the darkest and most layered cold cases so far. Most of you have heard me say that of all the various tropes in the mystery/thriller categories, cold cases are my favorite. Naturally, this series would appeal to me on that basis alone. Add in the fact that it is co-written by two of the best female mystery/suspense writers out there, and you have an unbeatable combination.
It seems every character in this story has an explosive secret, one that could cast suspicions on them. Even the murder victim has secrets, secrets that could give someone a nice motive for murder. This installment has some really nice and well-timed twists, which kept me on my toes and guessing all the way to the bitter end.
There was a lot going on in this story, with Alex, the stalker, and the murder case, but these clever and seasoned authors brought all the threads together for a rousing and suspenseful conclusion.
I can’t wait to see what these ladies will bring us next in this series!
4 stars
A multi-layered cold case mystery!
The latest cold case for Laurie Moran’s popular program, “Under Suspicion” involves the unsolved murder of Dr. Martin Bell, a prominent physician. Martin’s parents are convinced his troubled wife, Kendra, was behind his murder and they want Laurie to feature his case on her show. What they don’t know is that Kendra has already been approached about cooperating with them, but she refused to participate. But, after a second visit from Laurie and her partner, Ryan Nichols, Kendra is convinced it might be in her best interest to go along with it.
Meanwhile, Laurie and Alex are making wedding plans and looking for the perfect place to begin their new lives together, while also celebrating Alex’s appointment to a Federal Judgeship position.
But the reader knows something they don’t- Laurie is being followed and her stalker has murder on his mind…
I’ve followed this series from the beginning and I have loved every single installment. I will say the last chapter in the series was maybe the weakest one and I was just little concerned about the series running out of steam.
However, I needn’t have worried. This latest edition was one of the darkest and most layered cold cases so far. Most of you have heard me say that of all the various tropes in the mystery/thriller categories, cold cases are my favorite. Naturally, this series would appeal to me on that basis alone. Add in the fact that it is co-written by two of the best female mystery/suspense writers out there, and you have an unbeatable combination.
It seems every character in this story has an explosive secret, one that could cast suspicions on them. Even the murder victim has secrets, secrets that could give someone a nice motive for murder. This installment has some really nice and well-timed twists, which kept me on my toes and guessing all the way to the bitter end.
There was a lot going on in this story, with Alex, the stalker, and the murder case, but these clever and seasoned authors brought all the threads together for a rousing and suspenseful conclusion.
I can’t wait to see what these ladies will bring us next in this series!
4 stars
May 1, 2021
This is a Fast-Pace Mystery Suspense, and this is the 6st book in the Under Suspicion series. I have not read the other books in the series just yet, but I still really enjoyed this book. I felt the characters where fun and developed. This book is fast pace for the first page, and the pace does not stop until the last page. I do not feel the pacing of the book was off or to fast, but it did make me not want to put this book down. I really enjoyed the mystery that was in this book, and the twist at the end was good. The twist was not a shocking one like in some thrillers, but it was good. I feel this is more a mystery then a thriller. (*)
January 12, 2019
This was just ok for me. 5 of 10 stars
December 29, 2024
It may be because I joined this series at #6 but this one did not really do much for me.
The story centres around Laurie Moran, a TV producer for a legal news show called Under Suspicion. She is approached to investigate a cold case where the murderer of Dr. Martin Bell was never discovered. The basic story line was interesting and there was a lot of drama and many very stressed characters. Tension was added by a subplot about a stalker.
It was definitely not a bad book - there are a number of glowing reviews to prove that - but I must admit to being a little disappointed that I found it just okay.
The story centres around Laurie Moran, a TV producer for a legal news show called Under Suspicion. She is approached to investigate a cold case where the murderer of Dr. Martin Bell was never discovered. The basic story line was interesting and there was a lot of drama and many very stressed characters. Tension was added by a subplot about a stalker.
It was definitely not a bad book - there are a number of glowing reviews to prove that - but I must admit to being a little disappointed that I found it just okay.
November 25, 2018
Under Suspicion #6. Library book.
When TV producer Laurie Moran investigates an unsolved murder, she becomes entangled in a web of long-buried secrets and begins to wonder if her own life is in danger. Laurie is now engaged to the shows former host, Alex Bickley. Laurie has been approached by Robert and Cynthia Bell, who's son Dr Martin Bell had been shot dead five years ago. The Bell's are positive that their daughter-in-law, Kendra was responsible for their sons murder. With the hope that the TV shoe finds Kendra guilty, the Bell's also hope that they will get custody of their two grandchildren.
This book, for me, was one of the better books in the Under Suspicion series. I think the biggest problem about these types of books is that I don't like when authors team up together to write. I have read all of Mary Higgins Clark's books and enjoyed them all. Unfortunately I have not read any of Alafair Burke's books. There is quite a lot going on in this storyline but it's not a case of information overload. The chapters are short. There are several twists and secrets. I did guess who was behind the killing. The book could be read as a standalone but as its part of a series, you will miss out on the characters developing background storiesif you don't read them from the beginning.
When TV producer Laurie Moran investigates an unsolved murder, she becomes entangled in a web of long-buried secrets and begins to wonder if her own life is in danger. Laurie is now engaged to the shows former host, Alex Bickley. Laurie has been approached by Robert and Cynthia Bell, who's son Dr Martin Bell had been shot dead five years ago. The Bell's are positive that their daughter-in-law, Kendra was responsible for their sons murder. With the hope that the TV shoe finds Kendra guilty, the Bell's also hope that they will get custody of their two grandchildren.
This book, for me, was one of the better books in the Under Suspicion series. I think the biggest problem about these types of books is that I don't like when authors team up together to write. I have read all of Mary Higgins Clark's books and enjoyed them all. Unfortunately I have not read any of Alafair Burke's books. There is quite a lot going on in this storyline but it's not a case of information overload. The chapters are short. There are several twists and secrets. I did guess who was behind the killing. The book could be read as a standalone but as its part of a series, you will miss out on the characters developing background storiesif you don't read them from the beginning.
January 31, 2020
A quick and easy read was what I wanted and this is what it is. I have enjoyed MHC for years. She always writes a good mystery. Her books have short chapters and her characters are interesting. IN this book I did not figure out "who done it" until it happened. I always enjoy that. Definitely recommend if you enjoy a good mystery.
May 26, 2020
Five years after Martin Bell had been murdered in the driveway of their home, Kendra agreed to Laurie Moran having her popular TV show Under Suspicion investigate the murder. The police had never charged anyone, and Kendra herself had been under suspicion all that time, even with her perfect alibi. Now that Martin’s parents were determined to take their grandchildren from her, Kendra knew she had to do something to keep them by her side…
As Laurie and her team uncovered dangerous secrets, the dots still wouldn’t connect. Their interviews with the many people connected with the case were slowly getting her there, but Laurie also felt she was missing something. Would they get the results the Under Suspicion team always managed to get? Or was this one to be one of their failures?
You Don’t Own Me is the 6th in the Under Suspicion series by Mary Higgins Clark and Alafair Burke and once again it was well executed, with the clues and twists flowing throughout the book. I’m sad that we lost Mary Higgins Clark in January this year (2020) but have enjoyed many of her works, including this series. Laurie is a great character and her strengths, along with her family, shine through. Highly recommended.
With thanks to Simon & Schuster AU for my copy to read in exchange for an honest review.
As Laurie and her team uncovered dangerous secrets, the dots still wouldn’t connect. Their interviews with the many people connected with the case were slowly getting her there, but Laurie also felt she was missing something. Would they get the results the Under Suspicion team always managed to get? Or was this one to be one of their failures?
You Don’t Own Me is the 6th in the Under Suspicion series by Mary Higgins Clark and Alafair Burke and once again it was well executed, with the clues and twists flowing throughout the book. I’m sad that we lost Mary Higgins Clark in January this year (2020) but have enjoyed many of her works, including this series. Laurie is a great character and her strengths, along with her family, shine through. Highly recommended.
With thanks to Simon & Schuster AU for my copy to read in exchange for an honest review.
November 20, 2018
Sometimes, you just want to sit back and be entertained - and this series, one of my favorites, never fails to satisfy. This one I finished in the equivalent of one day not long before the Thanksgiving holiday, providing a much-needed respite before my anxiety over whether the turkey and mashed potatoes will be done at the same time kicks in.
Five years earlier, a prominent physician is murdered - shot just as he returned home from work. His emotionally distressed wife, Kendra, was upstairs sleeping; no one saw the shooting take place, and the killer was never found. Now, the doctor's hoity-toity parents, who are convinced their daughter-in-law somehow masterminded the murder, are demanding that Laurie Moran, producer of the popular TV show "Under Suspicion," feature the case on the show. Years ago, Laurie turned down their offer, largely because Kendra refused to cooperate.
For whatever reason, she's on board this time around; so while Laurie is still a bit reluctant, she agrees that the show must go on. In the middle of trying to gather background information and people to interview, she's making plans to marry her fiance Alex, a district attorney who's about to be sworn in as a federal court judge, and find a new place where she, Alex, and her young son can live.
Quickly, she learns that what appears on the surface isn't necessarily true. Kendra has some serious issues, and her dead husband had some secrets of his own. Digging deeper, Laurie finds herself in danger as well, but is it related to the doctor's murder or something else? Good question, but one for me to know and you to find out by reading it for yourself. Another good one!
Five years earlier, a prominent physician is murdered - shot just as he returned home from work. His emotionally distressed wife, Kendra, was upstairs sleeping; no one saw the shooting take place, and the killer was never found. Now, the doctor's hoity-toity parents, who are convinced their daughter-in-law somehow masterminded the murder, are demanding that Laurie Moran, producer of the popular TV show "Under Suspicion," feature the case on the show. Years ago, Laurie turned down their offer, largely because Kendra refused to cooperate.
For whatever reason, she's on board this time around; so while Laurie is still a bit reluctant, she agrees that the show must go on. In the middle of trying to gather background information and people to interview, she's making plans to marry her fiance Alex, a district attorney who's about to be sworn in as a federal court judge, and find a new place where she, Alex, and her young son can live.
Quickly, she learns that what appears on the surface isn't necessarily true. Kendra has some serious issues, and her dead husband had some secrets of his own. Digging deeper, Laurie finds herself in danger as well, but is it related to the doctor's murder or something else? Good question, but one for me to know and you to find out by reading it for yourself. Another good one!
November 9, 2018
I will never get tired of reading Mary Higgins Clark. I bought her very first book, 'Where Are The Children?', when it came out in 1975. I was a senior in high school and loved it! I've read it several times since then, too. I never, ever miss one of her books. She is 91 and has been on the bestseller lists for over 40 years now.
She began writing a series with Alafair Burke 5 years ago. These books, the Under Suspicion series, document the producers of a cold case news program and how they choose cases that have long grown cold, get together with everyone involved, and try to solve these crimes. I enjoy them very much. To me, they read like Mary Higgins Clark all by herself. But then, I am a huge fan.
She began writing a series with Alafair Burke 5 years ago. These books, the Under Suspicion series, document the producers of a cold case news program and how they choose cases that have long grown cold, get together with everyone involved, and try to solve these crimes. I enjoy them very much. To me, they read like Mary Higgins Clark all by herself. But then, I am a huge fan.
January 9, 2020
This review is for the audiobook version of “You Don’t Own Me”, by Mary Higgins Clarke and Alafair Burke, read by January Lavoy and published by Simon and Schuster Audio.
Audio: 4 stars Ms. Lavoy narrates the story in a clear and eloquent manner, adding the perfect amount of drama and passion to her performance. There are many characters in this novel and Lavoy narrates them all, making it difficult to sometimes determine who is speaking to whom. I would’ve liked to have heard different speakers on this audio disc (especially for the male roles) but with what she’s been given, Lavoy does a great job.
Story: 3 stars I have not read the other novels in the Under Suspicion series (this is apparently book 6?) but it does not seem to be necessary, as the novel was easy to understand without a back story. I picked up this novel at the library, as I am a huge fan of Alafair Burke, and have never read Mary Higgins Clarke before (if you can believe that!) and I wanted to see what kind of creative genius the two minds could create together.
Television producer Laurie Moran and her team are responsible for the legal news show, “Under Suspicion”, where they investigate cold cases, intending to bring long-awaited peace to desperate families. Laurie is approached by the Robert and Cynthia Bell, whose son, Dr. Martin Bell, was brutally shot outside his townhouse. They are convinced their daughter-in-law, Kendra, was responsible, but the police did not have enough evidence to charge her. As Laurie investigates, she not only begins to uncover clues that the police had overlooked, but soon her very life is in danger. Who killed Martin Bell? And could they be after her, too?
Perhaps not being familiar with this series has put me at a disadvantage, as I seem to be in the minority when it comes to my opinion on this novel. Although it was well narrated, and the story had a dramatic plot, I felt the storyline was a bit pedantic and the ending was predictable. The ending was, if not entirely predictable, the kind of ending that was satisfying but not entirely surprising. There also seemed to be a great many characters in this novel for me, and it was difficult differentiating between them at first.
That being said, I cared enough about Laurie and the desire to know who killed Martin that I didn’t want to abandon this story entirely. So there definitely are some positive points in this novel. Obviously, both Clark and Burke are talented storytellers, and their creative minds flowed together so beautifully in this novel. The story was not at all choppy, and it was clear that both authors contributed collectively.
I may check out another Clark novel down the line (and I will DEFINITELY explore more Burke!) but there are many other novels that I will experiment with first.
Audio: 4 stars Ms. Lavoy narrates the story in a clear and eloquent manner, adding the perfect amount of drama and passion to her performance. There are many characters in this novel and Lavoy narrates them all, making it difficult to sometimes determine who is speaking to whom. I would’ve liked to have heard different speakers on this audio disc (especially for the male roles) but with what she’s been given, Lavoy does a great job.
Story: 3 stars I have not read the other novels in the Under Suspicion series (this is apparently book 6?) but it does not seem to be necessary, as the novel was easy to understand without a back story. I picked up this novel at the library, as I am a huge fan of Alafair Burke, and have never read Mary Higgins Clarke before (if you can believe that!) and I wanted to see what kind of creative genius the two minds could create together.
Television producer Laurie Moran and her team are responsible for the legal news show, “Under Suspicion”, where they investigate cold cases, intending to bring long-awaited peace to desperate families. Laurie is approached by the Robert and Cynthia Bell, whose son, Dr. Martin Bell, was brutally shot outside his townhouse. They are convinced their daughter-in-law, Kendra, was responsible, but the police did not have enough evidence to charge her. As Laurie investigates, she not only begins to uncover clues that the police had overlooked, but soon her very life is in danger. Who killed Martin Bell? And could they be after her, too?
Perhaps not being familiar with this series has put me at a disadvantage, as I seem to be in the minority when it comes to my opinion on this novel. Although it was well narrated, and the story had a dramatic plot, I felt the storyline was a bit pedantic and the ending was predictable. The ending was, if not entirely predictable, the kind of ending that was satisfying but not entirely surprising. There also seemed to be a great many characters in this novel for me, and it was difficult differentiating between them at first.
That being said, I cared enough about Laurie and the desire to know who killed Martin that I didn’t want to abandon this story entirely. So there definitely are some positive points in this novel. Obviously, both Clark and Burke are talented storytellers, and their creative minds flowed together so beautifully in this novel. The story was not at all choppy, and it was clear that both authors contributed collectively.
I may check out another Clark novel down the line (and I will DEFINITELY explore more Burke!) but there are many other novels that I will experiment with first.
July 8, 2019
I think I'm done with this series for now. I really enjoyed the first few novels, but it has gone downhill since then.
There are a lot of secrets surrounding the death of Dr. Bell. His wife, Kendra, has been put front and center, but was never arrested or charged in the death of her husband. Laurie and her team investigate those surrounding Dr. Bell in hopes to find enough evidence to convict Kendra or prove that it was someone else.
I found that this was the weakest novel in the series. There were lots of suspects, but a limited number of characters, so the ending wasn't too shocking. I also didn't love the chapters surrounding Laurie's stalker. It's a MHC novel, so we know that she isn't going to kill off her main character. So those chapters weren't too suspenseful for me.
There are a lot of secrets surrounding the death of Dr. Bell. His wife, Kendra, has been put front and center, but was never arrested or charged in the death of her husband. Laurie and her team investigate those surrounding Dr. Bell in hopes to find enough evidence to convict Kendra or prove that it was someone else.
I found that this was the weakest novel in the series. There were lots of suspects, but a limited number of characters, so the ending wasn't too shocking. I also didn't love the chapters surrounding Laurie's stalker. It's a MHC novel, so we know that she isn't going to kill off her main character. So those chapters weren't too suspenseful for me.
March 29, 2019
This is the first in the series that was a bit slow but we got the growth continues using in Alex and Laurie’s relationship and even Leo finding some love. The plot kept me guessing until near the end and then we are thrown for even more of a loop. Found this one good but the ending is what brought it from four stars instead of three.
My quick and simple overall: good plots and ever-changing.
My quick and simple overall: good plots and ever-changing.
April 20, 2024
"Lies never go away. They ripple through time.
While this series continue to hold me in its grasp, I can tell there was an author change in this book. RIP such a wonderful talent, MHC, you are so missed. That's not today this is bad, it's not, it just has a different voice. I'm excited to see how Alafair Burke's voice emerges in the next few.
I love that Laurie is finally grabbing onto the future she never expected. That she's moving on in such a healthy and understanding way with Alex. Her father and son continue to be such lights in this series, and while this case didn't capture my interest like the first few did, I can't wait to see what comes next.
While this series continue to hold me in its grasp, I can tell there was an author change in this book. RIP such a wonderful talent, MHC, you are so missed. That's not today this is bad, it's not, it just has a different voice. I'm excited to see how Alafair Burke's voice emerges in the next few.
I love that Laurie is finally grabbing onto the future she never expected. That she's moving on in such a healthy and understanding way with Alex. Her father and son continue to be such lights in this series, and while this case didn't capture my interest like the first few did, I can't wait to see what comes next.
November 10, 2018
Intrigue, Suspense, and One Great Who-Dunnit!
I have been a longtime MHC fan. I am 44 and have been reading the paperbacks with my mom since I was 12. So, already a fan, but Alafair Burke is a breath of fresh air and really adds that something extra to this Under Suspicion Series. I have followed it since I've Got You Under My Skin and I hope there are many more books to come.
You Don't Own Me has one of those 'WHAAAAT??' moments that makes you think back to the beginning. And then you are on pins & needles until that final moment. You definitely don't feel cheated with this book!
I have been a longtime MHC fan. I am 44 and have been reading the paperbacks with my mom since I was 12. So, already a fan, but Alafair Burke is a breath of fresh air and really adds that something extra to this Under Suspicion Series. I have followed it since I've Got You Under My Skin and I hope there are many more books to come.
You Don't Own Me has one of those 'WHAAAAT??' moments that makes you think back to the beginning. And then you are on pins & needles until that final moment. You definitely don't feel cheated with this book!
March 30, 2020
I thought that this book was good
December 12, 2021
I’m not usually a big fan of cozy mysteries but I liked this one a lot. A five year old unsolved murder case is given another shot at being solved by a television show that takes another look at these cold cases. It’s less than 300 pages, has short chapters, and it moves along at a brisk pace. There are many potential suspects and a few twists and turns to keep you reading to the very end. This was a happy find in a donation bin for me!
November 23, 2018
The mystery was good, but the rich Manhattanite protagonists are getting boring.
January 29, 2019
Not sure which is dumber- me for continuing to read this series or the book itself?
February 27, 2022
Wowza. I had forgotten what a great suspense story Higgins could write. Now co-authoring with Alafair Burke.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 20, 2018
3.5 stars
I continue to enjoy this series. This one seemed to end before it began. Maybe because I listened to it at double speed, but I felt like they were barely starting the investigation before it was solved. I did enjoy Laurie and Alex's relationship. I'm glad that's back in order.
I continue to enjoy this series. This one seemed to end before it began. Maybe because I listened to it at double speed, but I felt like they were barely starting the investigation before it was solved. I did enjoy Laurie and Alex's relationship. I'm glad that's back in order.
December 2, 2018
I think the books written by Mary Higgins Clark and Alafair Burke get better with each one. I really enjoyed this one, and I did not guess the ending until almost the very end. I love Mary Higgins Clark but I can definitely see Ms Burke’s touch on these books. Great series!
June 20, 2022
3,5 ⭐️ A quick and easy read is what I needed to start off my reading challenge ( 7days 7book)
Unsolved murder case, secrets and blackmail.. I mean what’s not to love?
this novel has similar themes,events and twists that reminded me of Sidney Sheldon’s novels, the author who got me into reading! So I enjoyed reading it and felt a bitt nostalgic😋
It follows the story of Laurie, a producer of a show called under suspicion, the show aims to solve unresolved cases, mostly murder..
So we follow Laurie as she tries to unravel the mystery of a new case about a talented physician who was shot dead 5 years ago, the case remained unsolved but the parents ( who are assholes by the way) approached Laurie, determined that the potential suspect is the wife.( why do they always suspect the fucking wife?)
The story is pretty interesting isn’t it?
There were definitely some potential suspects and few twists and turns throughout the story..
it moves along at a brisk pace, I loved the way the story line unfolds, it didn’t demand much focusing or effort to dive into it so its perfect for beginners.
While the story was quite enjoyable and captivating, and had that “who dunnit” vibe, I didn’t feel connected to the characters, they were not that intriguing which is something that bothered me because im a character driven person when it comes to reading..
I recommend this novel because sometimes we need to read something predictable and fun just for the sake of it, don’t expect much.. just enjoy the ride xoxo
Unsolved murder case, secrets and blackmail.. I mean what’s not to love?
this novel has similar themes,events and twists that reminded me of Sidney Sheldon’s novels, the author who got me into reading! So I enjoyed reading it and felt a bitt nostalgic😋
It follows the story of Laurie, a producer of a show called under suspicion, the show aims to solve unresolved cases, mostly murder..
So we follow Laurie as she tries to unravel the mystery of a new case about a talented physician who was shot dead 5 years ago, the case remained unsolved but the parents ( who are assholes by the way) approached Laurie, determined that the potential suspect is the wife.( why do they always suspect the fucking wife?)
The story is pretty interesting isn’t it?
There were definitely some potential suspects and few twists and turns throughout the story..
it moves along at a brisk pace, I loved the way the story line unfolds, it didn’t demand much focusing or effort to dive into it so its perfect for beginners.
While the story was quite enjoyable and captivating, and had that “who dunnit” vibe, I didn’t feel connected to the characters, they were not that intriguing which is something that bothered me because im a character driven person when it comes to reading..
I recommend this novel because sometimes we need to read something predictable and fun just for the sake of it, don’t expect much.. just enjoy the ride xoxo
November 14, 2018
Five years ago, Dr Martin Bell was gunned down in front of his home and no one saw his killer. Martin's elderly parents are convinced their daughter-in-law Kendra killed him and they implore TV producer Laurie Moran to feature his murder on her TV show.
For anyone who hasn't read books in this series yet, Laurie Moran produces a TV show that takes a look at cold cases. She signs up people to appear on camera who've been accused of the crime in hopes of finding the truth. Laurie is a widow with a son. Her father, a retired NYPD commissioner, helps her and she is recently engaged to a judge. These books are not hard to follow, even if you start out with the current one.
I enjoy reading this series. I like Laurie's friends and family. The book is easy-to-read, fast paced, and a good, clean mystery. I enjoyed the apartment hunting in this one. The story has multiple twists near the end.
For anyone who hasn't read books in this series yet, Laurie Moran produces a TV show that takes a look at cold cases. She signs up people to appear on camera who've been accused of the crime in hopes of finding the truth. Laurie is a widow with a son. Her father, a retired NYPD commissioner, helps her and she is recently engaged to a judge. These books are not hard to follow, even if you start out with the current one.
I enjoy reading this series. I like Laurie's friends and family. The book is easy-to-read, fast paced, and a good, clean mystery. I enjoyed the apartment hunting in this one. The story has multiple twists near the end.
May 1, 2019
I enjoy the Under Suspicion series by these two popular authors, and I thought this was one of the better ones. Easy reading, likeable characters, and a good, solid mystery that kept me guessing until the end. Looking forward to the next one!
July 25, 2022
RATING: 3.5
November 24, 2018
Just when I thought I knew who the real murderer was just revealed I was wrong. I like that this installment of MHC Under Suspicion series WAS NOT predictable. I also like how Laurie's story and the same characters are present in the story. The writing and twists are even better in this book. Can hardly wait for the next one!
January 2, 2019
Rounded up from 4.5 stars. This is my favorite Under Suspicion so far. What made this one so good was the continued character development of Laurie, Alex and Leo (Laurie's dad). Their lives are not remaining stagnant, but are very much affected by the show and other circumstances in their lives. I also love a book set in NYC. Clark and Burke make a great combination.
January 9, 2022
Story an sich eine coole Idee, aber an der Umsetzung scheiterte es.
Jede vierte Seite war leer, und die Kapitel zu kurz um wirklich was zu vermitteln.
Jede vierte Seite war leer, und die Kapitel zu kurz um wirklich was zu vermitteln.
February 12, 2021
This is exactly not among my favourites of Mary Higgins Clark, some parts just bored me. But as usual, it was full of twists and mysteries; well, she's the QUEEN OF SUSPENSE after all. I'm hoping to give the other books of the series a shot.
Dr Martin and Kendra Bell -despite their seems to be perfect marriage- are falling apart. On one hand, Kendra is not the strong and confident woman she used to be, and on other, Martin is not as kind and trustworthy as he used to be. So when suddenly Martin is shot in front of his house, everyone suspects Kendra as the murderer.
After five years, Laurie Moran, the producer of the Under Suspicious program is handling the case to reveal the true murderer. Will she be able to clear Kendra's name? Or will she be able to prove Kendra's guilty?
Dr Martin and Kendra Bell -despite their seems to be perfect marriage- are falling apart. On one hand, Kendra is not the strong and confident woman she used to be, and on other, Martin is not as kind and trustworthy as he used to be. So when suddenly Martin is shot in front of his house, everyone suspects Kendra as the murderer.
After five years, Laurie Moran, the producer of the Under Suspicious program is handling the case to reveal the true murderer. Will she be able to clear Kendra's name? Or will she be able to prove Kendra's guilty?
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