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Ever Told
When New Hampshire detective Jill Jennson is called to the scene of a double homicide that took place during a wealthy family’s annual vacation, she immediately realizes that this case will be unlike any other. The victims were brutally killed in their locked bedroom with seemingly no way for the killer to enter or leave undetected. The list of suspects is endless. And the possible motives are even more disturbing.
As the case evolves, the investigation becomes even more complex as secrets are revealed and betrayals come to light. Aided by her partner Caiden and her bedridden father Tony, Jill continues to unearth clue after clue as she desperately tries to solve the mystery and identify the killer. But the more she digs, the more she comes to realize that someone is out to get her as well. Is her unknown assailant connected to the investigation, or does the answer lie much closer to home? Once she discovers that the case may even have personal connections to a horrific event in her own sordid past, Jill will stop at nothing to complete the puzzle and finally put to rest the multiple acts of deception that have all converged into one unforgettable nightmare.
For fans of suspenseful thrillers and mysteries filled with stunning twists and gut – wrenching reveals, Ever Told will show you just how easily lies can spiral out of control and how secrets can ultimately lead to our own demise. From the thrilling first page to the jaw – dropping surprise ending, you’ll never trust another word you hear again – even your own.
As the case evolves, the investigation becomes even more complex as secrets are revealed and betrayals come to light. Aided by her partner Caiden and her bedridden father Tony, Jill continues to unearth clue after clue as she desperately tries to solve the mystery and identify the killer. But the more she digs, the more she comes to realize that someone is out to get her as well. Is her unknown assailant connected to the investigation, or does the answer lie much closer to home? Once she discovers that the case may even have personal connections to a horrific event in her own sordid past, Jill will stop at nothing to complete the puzzle and finally put to rest the multiple acts of deception that have all converged into one unforgettable nightmare.
For fans of suspenseful thrillers and mysteries filled with stunning twists and gut – wrenching reveals, Ever Told will show you just how easily lies can spiral out of control and how secrets can ultimately lead to our own demise. From the thrilling first page to the jaw – dropping surprise ending, you’ll never trust another word you hear again – even your own.
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First published August 29, 2018
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April 18, 2021
Ever Told is a clever locked door mystery. It’s told from different POVs, one of which is the killer. The killer’s perspective is eerie and bone chilling. The final twist was shocking and completely unexpected. The beginning was a little slow, but the mystery picked up the pace about halfway through. I enjoyed the intrigue and suspense of the motive and identity of the murderer. I only wished the story’s plot unfolded more quickly. Thank you BookSirens for my copy.
July 27, 2019
Detective Jill Jennson and her partner Detective Caiden Mathews are charged with investigating the murder of a husband and wife, staying in a vacation home for one week. The only unusual thing about this case ... the bodies are in the bedroom, locked from the inside.
The family staying here consist of 4 brothers, 2 spouses, 3 children and a family friend. The list of suspects is endless. So many secrets ... and lies.
One of the victims was having an affair with another of the family. One brother wants to see the family business .. but the other brothers do not. One brother is a wife beater and his wife was quite envious of the victims lifestyle.
There are many motives as Jill and Caiden immerse themselves into this case. One by one, the secrets, the lies come to light. But no one will admit to the murder. Is this like an Agatha Christie crime ... were they all in it together? Are they protecting each other?
EVER TOLD is this author's debut novel. The story premise is a good one, but it didn't quite enthrall me as promised in the book blurb.
The story jumps from days in the past, to the day of the murders, to the future ... as far as 20 years in the future. The chapters were labelled correctly, so I didn't get totally lost within the back and forth. The characters aren't well defined .... I had lots of questions that went unanswered.
There was a lot of repetitiveness. Jill and Caiden would discuss the case in detail, then when she visited her father in a nursing home, she would repeat the same conversation they had had. Since her father was a retired Homicide Detective, I suppose she felt it was okay giving out details on an on-going investigation.
There are no forensics here ... no dusting for fingerprints, no blood testing, no medical examiner. I would have liked to seen how they determined cause / time of death. Coming from a law enforcement family, I always look for at least some credibility.
All that being said, I would not hesitate to whatever he writes next. Takes a lot of courage to put your first child out there.
Many thanks to the author / BookSirens for the digital copy of this crime mystery. Read and reviewed voluntarily, opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
The family staying here consist of 4 brothers, 2 spouses, 3 children and a family friend. The list of suspects is endless. So many secrets ... and lies.
One of the victims was having an affair with another of the family. One brother wants to see the family business .. but the other brothers do not. One brother is a wife beater and his wife was quite envious of the victims lifestyle.
There are many motives as Jill and Caiden immerse themselves into this case. One by one, the secrets, the lies come to light. But no one will admit to the murder. Is this like an Agatha Christie crime ... were they all in it together? Are they protecting each other?
EVER TOLD is this author's debut novel. The story premise is a good one, but it didn't quite enthrall me as promised in the book blurb.
The story jumps from days in the past, to the day of the murders, to the future ... as far as 20 years in the future. The chapters were labelled correctly, so I didn't get totally lost within the back and forth. The characters aren't well defined .... I had lots of questions that went unanswered.
There was a lot of repetitiveness. Jill and Caiden would discuss the case in detail, then when she visited her father in a nursing home, she would repeat the same conversation they had had. Since her father was a retired Homicide Detective, I suppose she felt it was okay giving out details on an on-going investigation.
There are no forensics here ... no dusting for fingerprints, no blood testing, no medical examiner. I would have liked to seen how they determined cause / time of death. Coming from a law enforcement family, I always look for at least some credibility.
All that being said, I would not hesitate to whatever he writes next. Takes a lot of courage to put your first child out there.
Many thanks to the author / BookSirens for the digital copy of this crime mystery. Read and reviewed voluntarily, opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
March 23, 2022
I am truly sorry for being so critical of a debut novel, but I feel like I have to be honest.
I did not enjoy the writing at all, I did not like the repeated chapters, the explanations and motivations: I just did not buy them. I truly wish I could say something good about this book, but I simply cannot, it was not an enjoyable read for me.
I received an advance review copy for free via Book Sirens, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I did not enjoy the writing at all, I did not like the repeated chapters, the explanations and motivations: I just did not buy them. I truly wish I could say something good about this book, but I simply cannot, it was not an enjoyable read for me.
I received an advance review copy for free via Book Sirens, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 2, 2019
3.5. This was a pretty decent mystery. It flowed okay. The skipping back and forth from the present to the past was a bit confusing. I found several typos as well. Thanks to the author and editors for a free copy to review.
January 20, 2021
At times, this was gripping, at others wandering in the timeline. The story, a debut for the author, was twisty and engaging but I stumbled a few times over spelling and grammar errors. The pacing really added to my enjoyment of the book and there were times it was quite hard to put down.
I look forward to reading the next work from this talented writer.
I look forward to reading the next work from this talented writer.
June 29, 2021
Book Sirens eARC. Although popular during the Golden Age of Detection, locked room mysteries are now rare and I enjoyed this twisty tale. A family vacation at a lakeside home turns deadly when Jack and his wife Cinthia are stabbed in a locked bedroom. Long time partners Caiden and Jill are stymied by the stonewalling from family members and baffled by the crime. Another murder follows and Jill and Caiden become targets for vandalism and stalking. The character development was excellent and Jill's struggle with OCD and childhood trauma was presented realistically and with compassion. The solution to the locked room puzzle was brilliant and the unexpected twist at the climax caught me by surprise. A very enjoyable clever read. The glimpses into the killer's thoughts were thought provoking
July 31, 2019
The overall premise for the story is intriguing and the book jacket is compelling . The story is told by alternating before and after the crime. At times making the flow of the book choppy.
I found several spelling and grammatical errors which unfortunately disrupts the reading.
Dialogue became unrealistic,sometimes overly dramatic when the storyline was attempting to add suspenseful or frightening scenarios.
Having read many many detective, crime, mystery and psychological thrillers in my lifetime I must wonder if this author did any research with professionals about police procedure. There are several scenes that seem all too brief and incomplete. As an example; why is there no mention of interviews with co-workers, neighbors and friends of this family? Very little backstory to help the reader understand the family dynamic. The author did a good job of casting doubt on several suspects and made the reader question how and why. I believe that with a bit of tweaking this could be a very good mystery.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I found several spelling and grammatical errors which unfortunately disrupts the reading.
Dialogue became unrealistic,sometimes overly dramatic when the storyline was attempting to add suspenseful or frightening scenarios.
Having read many many detective, crime, mystery and psychological thrillers in my lifetime I must wonder if this author did any research with professionals about police procedure. There are several scenes that seem all too brief and incomplete. As an example; why is there no mention of interviews with co-workers, neighbors and friends of this family? Very little backstory to help the reader understand the family dynamic. The author did a good job of casting doubt on several suspects and made the reader question how and why. I believe that with a bit of tweaking this could be a very good mystery.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 5, 2019
Quite a read. To be honest, I felt like it was fast-paced and not mysterious enough.
I could already tell who the killer was just from one conversation.
The motive for the murder wasn't right to me, I mean you killed the ones who were supposed to give you attention but what of the one who took it from you?
If you say you wanted your parents attention why not murder the sibling who came after you and took the attention away.
In the end, the case wasn't solved (in my opinion anyways), what the detective thought was the truth, wasn't entirely the truth.
But I enjoyed it...took me quite a while to finish it but I did!
Big thanks to the author/BookSirens.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I could already tell who the killer was just from one conversation.
The motive for the murder wasn't right to me, I mean you killed the ones who were supposed to give you attention but what of the one who took it from you?
If you say you wanted your parents attention why not murder the sibling who came after you and took the attention away.
In the end, the case wasn't solved (in my opinion anyways), what the detective thought was the truth, wasn't entirely the truth.
But I enjoyed it...took me quite a while to finish it but I did!
Big thanks to the author/BookSirens.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 4, 2019
The writing at times was sticky and definitely needed more finesse. The plot was fine but I guessed the "baddie" pretty early on. Characters were well developed and realistic. The premise behind the "locked room murder" for me was solved pretty early on. But,to be honest I would read more by the author because this was a quick read which did not require much thinking. A light "who-done-it" for summer reading.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 30, 2019
A family holiday isn't supposed to result in violent murder, instant orphans or a locked room mystery but for the Harryngton family it's exactly what they find themselves embroiled in as their annual vacation turns to horror, destruction and despair in equal measure.
This is a difficult book to review because while some of it is very good, other parts just aren't. As a first book there are excellent sections which deserve high praise. The two main detectives, Jill Jennson and her partner, Caiden Mathews are well written and, vitally, likeable. I wanted them to succeed and enjoyed reading about their private lives as well as their working relationship.
The Harryngtons and some of the peripheral characters were a little too cliched for my liking but in the context of this story the differing personalities worked for the most part and I was able to see why they were portrayed in the manner chosen by the author. I wasn't sure however, why almost everyone had to be devastatingly handsome or stunningly beautiful, one of the youngest characters at ten was even described by how handsome he would be as an adult! It also seemed strange that an incredibly wealthy group would holiday so close to where they lived that their vacation property was covered by the same police jurisdiction as their family homes. The book could do with some serious proofreading as the mistakes break up the flow of the text.
Most of the novel was set before, during or just after the killings but there is a section which leaps forward two decades and surely compromises future storylines about these two detectives. Any dangerously heartstopping moments or situations will be nullified for anyone who has read this book which details the survival of key characters.
The solution to the killings was both original and surprising. There were pointers but not so glaring that nothing was left to be revealed and the deception undertaken by many of the antagonists was very well executed. There were however, a few sloppy moments where the author relied on more common extrication techniques than the story deserved which was a shame.
I received a review copy for free thanks to BookSiren and the publishers and I am leaving this review voluntarily. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a locked room mystery or new authors in this genre. Although a bit hit and miss in places overall it is worth giving it a chance.
This is a difficult book to review because while some of it is very good, other parts just aren't. As a first book there are excellent sections which deserve high praise. The two main detectives, Jill Jennson and her partner, Caiden Mathews are well written and, vitally, likeable. I wanted them to succeed and enjoyed reading about their private lives as well as their working relationship.
The Harryngtons and some of the peripheral characters were a little too cliched for my liking but in the context of this story the differing personalities worked for the most part and I was able to see why they were portrayed in the manner chosen by the author. I wasn't sure however, why almost everyone had to be devastatingly handsome or stunningly beautiful, one of the youngest characters at ten was even described by how handsome he would be as an adult! It also seemed strange that an incredibly wealthy group would holiday so close to where they lived that their vacation property was covered by the same police jurisdiction as their family homes. The book could do with some serious proofreading as the mistakes break up the flow of the text.
Most of the novel was set before, during or just after the killings but there is a section which leaps forward two decades and surely compromises future storylines about these two detectives. Any dangerously heartstopping moments or situations will be nullified for anyone who has read this book which details the survival of key characters.
The solution to the killings was both original and surprising. There were pointers but not so glaring that nothing was left to be revealed and the deception undertaken by many of the antagonists was very well executed. There were however, a few sloppy moments where the author relied on more common extrication techniques than the story deserved which was a shame.
I received a review copy for free thanks to BookSiren and the publishers and I am leaving this review voluntarily. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a locked room mystery or new authors in this genre. Although a bit hit and miss in places overall it is worth giving it a chance.
October 18, 2019
Ever told by Benjamin Bremasi.
When New Hampshire detective Jill Jennson is called to the scene of a double homicide that took place during a wealthy family’s annual vacation, she immediately realizes that this case will be unlike any other. The victims were brutally killed in their locked bedroom with seemingly no way for the killer to enter or leave undetected. The list of suspects is endless. And the possible motives are even more disturbing.
As the case evolves, the investigation becomes even more complex as secrets are revealed and betrayals come to light. Aided by her partner Caiden and her bedridden father Tony, Jill continues to unearth clue after clue as she desperately tries to solve the mystery and identify the killer. But the more she digs, the more she comes to realize that someone is out to get her as well. Is her unknown assailant connected to the investigation, or does the answer lie much closer to home? Once she discovers that the case may even have personal connections to a horrific event in her own sordid past, Jill will stop at nothing to complete the puzzle and finally put to rest the multiple acts of deception that have all converged into one unforgettable nightmare.
For fans of suspenseful thrillers and mysteries filled with stunning twists and gut – wrenching reveals, Ever Told will show you just how easily lies can spiral out of control and how secrets can ultimately lead to our own demise. From the thrilling first page to the jaw – dropping surprise ending, you’ll never trust another word you hear again – even your own.
This was a very good read with some good characters. 4*.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
When New Hampshire detective Jill Jennson is called to the scene of a double homicide that took place during a wealthy family’s annual vacation, she immediately realizes that this case will be unlike any other. The victims were brutally killed in their locked bedroom with seemingly no way for the killer to enter or leave undetected. The list of suspects is endless. And the possible motives are even more disturbing.
As the case evolves, the investigation becomes even more complex as secrets are revealed and betrayals come to light. Aided by her partner Caiden and her bedridden father Tony, Jill continues to unearth clue after clue as she desperately tries to solve the mystery and identify the killer. But the more she digs, the more she comes to realize that someone is out to get her as well. Is her unknown assailant connected to the investigation, or does the answer lie much closer to home? Once she discovers that the case may even have personal connections to a horrific event in her own sordid past, Jill will stop at nothing to complete the puzzle and finally put to rest the multiple acts of deception that have all converged into one unforgettable nightmare.
For fans of suspenseful thrillers and mysteries filled with stunning twists and gut – wrenching reveals, Ever Told will show you just how easily lies can spiral out of control and how secrets can ultimately lead to our own demise. From the thrilling first page to the jaw – dropping surprise ending, you’ll never trust another word you hear again – even your own.
This was a very good read with some good characters. 4*.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 15, 2019
I honestly dont think I have read a more gripping, thrilling, absorbing, suspenseful, spine tingling and slightly confusing book all year.
From the prologue I was literally on the edge of my seat, inked by chapter 3 that it was time to sit back and get comfy!
The portrayal of each and every character was magnificent, every emotion felt raw and sucked you right in.
The scene setting was perfect for this genre and was so easy to actually picturebeithin my imagination which is a big hit with me.
I really enjoyed the back and forth timeline aspect to this book which ismt something unusually go for BUT Benjamin Bremasi has written it in such a way it flows seamlessly. Most past/present timelines are written from the POV of a character where as this was written 'as it happened'
If you are a fan of thrillers packed full of suspense and intrigue you HAVE to read this, I love a 'who done it ' and this had me guessing right up until the very end.
Make sure you read the prologue... you might think it's all wrapped up but this will tie all loose ends!
Huge thanks to Book Sirens for the ARC.
(I received an ARC for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
From the prologue I was literally on the edge of my seat, inked by chapter 3 that it was time to sit back and get comfy!
The portrayal of each and every character was magnificent, every emotion felt raw and sucked you right in.
The scene setting was perfect for this genre and was so easy to actually picturebeithin my imagination which is a big hit with me.
I really enjoyed the back and forth timeline aspect to this book which ismt something unusually go for BUT Benjamin Bremasi has written it in such a way it flows seamlessly. Most past/present timelines are written from the POV of a character where as this was written 'as it happened'
If you are a fan of thrillers packed full of suspense and intrigue you HAVE to read this, I love a 'who done it ' and this had me guessing right up until the very end.
Make sure you read the prologue... you might think it's all wrapped up but this will tie all loose ends!
Huge thanks to Book Sirens for the ARC.
(I received an ARC for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
September 8, 2020
I received a copy of this novel from Book Sirens for my honest review.
It had a good premise but took alot of turns to get there, alot of back & forth in timelines and POV. There were some spelling errors and incorrect words for the situation but I think with polish and more research with law enforcement the author could begin to build a library of titles.
There were alot of people in the story to contend with and keep track of, also not sure what the point of the odd spelling of names ... the story takes place in New Hampshire not England. Characters were superficial but I guess based on the epilogue we didn't need to get too attached as there won't be a series.
I think the ending shows promise, but there was too much going on elsewhere and it distracted from this. Polish up the errors, tighten the storylines and become better versed in law enforcement procedure & relationships and the stories will continue to improve.
It had a good premise but took alot of turns to get there, alot of back & forth in timelines and POV. There were some spelling errors and incorrect words for the situation but I think with polish and more research with law enforcement the author could begin to build a library of titles.
There were alot of people in the story to contend with and keep track of, also not sure what the point of the odd spelling of names ... the story takes place in New Hampshire not England. Characters were superficial but I guess based on the epilogue we didn't need to get too attached as there won't be a series.
I think the ending shows promise, but there was too much going on elsewhere and it distracted from this. Polish up the errors, tighten the storylines and become better versed in law enforcement procedure & relationships and the stories will continue to improve.
November 13, 2019
The book is a gripping psychological thriller which reveals a new twist page after page and layer by layer. So many things seem impossible and just don't add up, and this is what takes the book to an entirely new level of thrill.
If you like dark, twisted suspense as much as I do, you can't go wrong with this book!
*I received a complimentary copy of this book in order to read and provide a voluntary, unbiased and honest review, should I choose to do so.
If you like dark, twisted suspense as much as I do, you can't go wrong with this book!
*I received a complimentary copy of this book in order to read and provide a voluntary, unbiased and honest review, should I choose to do so.
October 28, 2019
I can't say I enjoyed reading this story but I'd recommend it for lovers of locked room murder mysteries.
For me the characters felt too flat and I feel that the author distanced himself too much from the story.... irregardless the writing as as readable so that's a plus.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
For me the characters felt too flat and I feel that the author distanced himself too much from the story.... irregardless the writing as as readable so that's a plus.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 31, 2019
I received a free copy of this book from booksirens. This book is tricky to review-- I enjoyed some parts of it but others seemed to drag or were unsatisfying. I liked Jill and Caiden-- they had a great relationship as friends and partners, and I could see them continuing on into a series of "buddy cop" books about them and their extended families. It was the mystery itself that left me a little unsatisfied.
The first issue I had was with Jill's ability to read her witnesses. She was savvy enough to pick up on the fact that Jack and Karen were having an affair, but didn't recognize the very obvious signs of abuse? As a teacher, I had to learn all of the subtle and not-so-subtle signs, and I know that police officers (never mind fellow victims) are also trained to recognize them.
Then, who learns that their beloved nephew is being abused and decides to murder his brother and sister-in-law with said nephew How does this help the child again? It just makes no sense to me. Having the child be a psychopath who convinces his uncle that murder is the right option-- I have trouble buying it.
I also felt like the author was trying hard to keep the reader guessing, throwing in false leads and red herrings and 2 killers, but for some reason it just didn't grab me like it was meant to. I found that I could put this book down and read other things without really having a strong need to get back to it to find out who did it.
So while I liked Jill and Tony and Caiden and Sarah and Sandra, they weren't really enough to redeem some of the other parts for me.
The first issue I had was with Jill's ability to read her witnesses. She was savvy enough to pick up on the fact that Jack and Karen were having an affair, but didn't recognize the very obvious signs of abuse? As a teacher, I had to learn all of the subtle and not-so-subtle signs, and I know that police officers (never mind fellow victims) are also trained to recognize them.
Then, who learns that their beloved nephew is being abused and decides to murder his brother and sister-in-law with said nephew How does this help the child again? It just makes no sense to me. Having the child be a psychopath who convinces his uncle that murder is the right option-- I have trouble buying it.
I also felt like the author was trying hard to keep the reader guessing, throwing in false leads and red herrings and 2 killers, but for some reason it just didn't grab me like it was meant to. I found that I could put this book down and read other things without really having a strong need to get back to it to find out who did it.
So while I liked Jill and Tony and Caiden and Sarah and Sandra, they weren't really enough to redeem some of the other parts for me.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 30, 2019
I love thrillers and mysteries, so I may be prone to enjoy them. My first piece of advice to readers is to skip the Table of Contents with the exception of the Prologue; it is very confusing and you may not think the book is worth your time.
Thrillers and mysteries that give me hints to the culprit or the solution are enjoyable. I want to try and figure it out, but don't want it to be too easy. I was fairly certain I figured it all out, but I was still questioning myself-which is great. The story starts with an idyllic family gathering. Four brothers and their families join each other in a beautiful home. Normal people in a normal setting. There is a murder in a very Agatha Christie-likelocked room and investigator, Jill Jennson is called in to investigate. Not to tell too much of the story, but there are some other murders and mishaps. Some a little predictable. I don't think many of the characters are forceful enough that you either like them or hate them. I did feel the relationship between Jill and her father felt real and the conversations within the development of the characters. I liked this book, it kept me entertained and interested. There are things to be critical of and some quirks that I felt were just that- quirks, they did not add to the story. But, they also did not cause you not to want to keep reading. I would read another book by this author, and would guess the writing will become more defined and the quirks will disappear.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 12, 2019
Thrillers are one of my favorite genre's, and overall I found this to be a good read. At times it didnt flow as smoothly as it could, but the characters were realistic and believeable. I enjoy a book that can keep me guessing for at least most of the book. I would recommend this book to others.
July 3, 2019
A very interesting and twisted story of murder and its unusual out come
The story when in mulitipal directions, there were several different bad guys but best part was the ending that I never saw until it was explained
The story when in mulitipal directions, there were several different bad guys but best part was the ending that I never saw until it was explained
October 14, 2018
Great murder mystery!
This was a great read. I couldn’t put it down, and finished the book in one day. I can’t wait to read more from this author.
This was a great read. I couldn’t put it down, and finished the book in one day. I can’t wait to read more from this author.
November 22, 2019
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Actual rating 3.5
Detective Jill Jennson is called to a murder, one that doesn't quite make sense. While on a family vacation, a husband and wife were slain in their beds, in a locked room. Tension runs high and the remaining family are suspects, especially when Detective Jennson begins to be stalked and harassed. As the case progresses, secrets and lies begin to unravel, and Jill and her partner are racing against the clock to solve the mystery before Jill is the one who ends up dead. Is her mysterious stalker related to the homicide case she's working? Or have they come back from the past?
I love a good murder mystery, and this one didn't disappoint. Though for it's short length, 178 pages, it felt like it took me quite a while to get through. I'm not sure if this was a pacing problem, or if it was just life getting in the way, again. I did feel like the story was dragging at times, but I'm not 100% sure whether it was me or the book.
The mystery was incredibly well thought out, though I had a few things figured out relatively early on, however, just because I had worked out somethings, didn't mean that the surprises were ruined for me. There was something else that I didn't figure out completely, and the revelation at the reveal actually made me say "oh my god...how clever". I don't want to go into too much detail because I feel like that's how I thought the story had been ruined for me, I'd read reviews that eluded to a twist, and I thought I'd figured it out, but I didn't spend a lot of time while reading TRYING to figure it out. I feel like it's better going into this story just knowing that the big reveal really makes it much better than I anticipated it to be.
The characters were fine, they neither stood out nor faded into the background for me. I did enjoy the banter between Jill and Caiden, her partner, and I liked the little added thing of Jill's clinical OCD, I feel like the author captured the reality of what OCD is, though to be honest, I do not live with clinical OCD, so I could be completely off about this. I just felt like it was explained a bit better than you normally see in novels.
The story is told from a few different time periods, they tend to alternate chapters, one part of the story is told in the past - before the murders, the other part is told in the present - after the murders, and there's a small section that is told in the future. I don't feel like the timeline was muddied at all by the alternating chapters, though I found it could take a moment to switch mindset and be prepared for which time period the story was being told.
The writing was good, though I did notice a couple of errors that another round of editing would have picked up, it wasn't a deal a breaker, it didn't really take much away from the story at all for me.
All in all, this was a murder mystery with a reveal that actually surprised me. I thought I had it all worked out but there was one detail that I missed. I applaud Bremasi for his clever story and I will definitely be revisiting this author.
I received a copy of this book from the author via Book Sirens in exchange for an honest review.
Actual rating 3.5
Detective Jill Jennson is called to a murder, one that doesn't quite make sense. While on a family vacation, a husband and wife were slain in their beds, in a locked room. Tension runs high and the remaining family are suspects, especially when Detective Jennson begins to be stalked and harassed. As the case progresses, secrets and lies begin to unravel, and Jill and her partner are racing against the clock to solve the mystery before Jill is the one who ends up dead. Is her mysterious stalker related to the homicide case she's working? Or have they come back from the past?
I love a good murder mystery, and this one didn't disappoint. Though for it's short length, 178 pages, it felt like it took me quite a while to get through. I'm not sure if this was a pacing problem, or if it was just life getting in the way, again. I did feel like the story was dragging at times, but I'm not 100% sure whether it was me or the book.
The mystery was incredibly well thought out, though I had a few things figured out relatively early on, however, just because I had worked out somethings, didn't mean that the surprises were ruined for me. There was something else that I didn't figure out completely, and the revelation at the reveal actually made me say "oh my god...how clever". I don't want to go into too much detail because I feel like that's how I thought the story had been ruined for me, I'd read reviews that eluded to a twist, and I thought I'd figured it out, but I didn't spend a lot of time while reading TRYING to figure it out. I feel like it's better going into this story just knowing that the big reveal really makes it much better than I anticipated it to be.
The characters were fine, they neither stood out nor faded into the background for me. I did enjoy the banter between Jill and Caiden, her partner, and I liked the little added thing of Jill's clinical OCD, I feel like the author captured the reality of what OCD is, though to be honest, I do not live with clinical OCD, so I could be completely off about this. I just felt like it was explained a bit better than you normally see in novels.
The story is told from a few different time periods, they tend to alternate chapters, one part of the story is told in the past - before the murders, the other part is told in the present - after the murders, and there's a small section that is told in the future. I don't feel like the timeline was muddied at all by the alternating chapters, though I found it could take a moment to switch mindset and be prepared for which time period the story was being told.
The writing was good, though I did notice a couple of errors that another round of editing would have picked up, it wasn't a deal a breaker, it didn't really take much away from the story at all for me.
All in all, this was a murder mystery with a reveal that actually surprised me. I thought I had it all worked out but there was one detail that I missed. I applaud Bremasi for his clever story and I will definitely be revisiting this author.
October 22, 2019
Ever Told is a debut novel that tried to do a lot of things in fewer than 200 pages. Many aspects of this book fell short of ideal for me, but twist at the end and the promising story-telling made me more of a fan than not.
A locked door mystery set in one of my favorite locations. Locked door mysteries seem to be less popular at the moment, but they are classic for a reason. Limiting the number of characters allows the author and the reader to get to know the characters and their secrets better. This book started to do much of this. Each of the characters had a secret, some of which were juicy. But the characterization available for more than half a dozen characters, in 200 pages is not great. While I have never been there, I thoroughly enjoy books set in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. This one is set in New Hampshire and, unfortunately, did not take great advantage of the beautiful setting.
A novel that feels like a cozy mystery, even though the sleuths are professional police officers. A debut novel. A cozy mystery typically has an amateur sleuth, is set in a small community, and has limited violence and sex. This book ticked all of these boxes, except the police were the sleuths. This was not a police procedural and there was little mention of the forensic professionals I would have expected from a more official investigation.
This story is told in back and forth story lines. We see the family before and after the murder in alternating chapters (for the most part). I found this handled very well. The parts that take place immediately before the murders each add a new piece of the puzzle and throw further suspicion on different characters. After the murders, the investigation and the side stories were engaging.
The ending offers a twist that I suspected and discarded early, but upon reflection, makes perfect sense.
While I thought there were some imperfections in this book, I would be interested in reading future titles by this author.
Thank you to BookSirens and the publisher for an e-copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
A locked door mystery set in one of my favorite locations. Locked door mysteries seem to be less popular at the moment, but they are classic for a reason. Limiting the number of characters allows the author and the reader to get to know the characters and their secrets better. This book started to do much of this. Each of the characters had a secret, some of which were juicy. But the characterization available for more than half a dozen characters, in 200 pages is not great. While I have never been there, I thoroughly enjoy books set in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. This one is set in New Hampshire and, unfortunately, did not take great advantage of the beautiful setting.
A novel that feels like a cozy mystery, even though the sleuths are professional police officers. A debut novel. A cozy mystery typically has an amateur sleuth, is set in a small community, and has limited violence and sex. This book ticked all of these boxes, except the police were the sleuths. This was not a police procedural and there was little mention of the forensic professionals I would have expected from a more official investigation.
This story is told in back and forth story lines. We see the family before and after the murder in alternating chapters (for the most part). I found this handled very well. The parts that take place immediately before the murders each add a new piece of the puzzle and throw further suspicion on different characters. After the murders, the investigation and the side stories were engaging.
The ending offers a twist that I suspected and discarded early, but upon reflection, makes perfect sense.
While I thought there were some imperfections in this book, I would be interested in reading future titles by this author.
Thank you to BookSirens and the publisher for an e-copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
November 17, 2020
As an eminent family planning on a family vacation for the end of the year, their expected fun get-together turns into a dreadful nightmare when two of the family members are found brutally murdered in their rooms.
With the room being locked from inside and no possibility of any escape for the murderer, detectives Jill and Caiden takes on the one of a kind locked room murder mystery case where everyone seems to have a motive and a secret to uncover.
And the whole investigation turns personal for the detectives when the incidents after start hitting close to home.
With the lurking dread of oncoming doom, will Jill and Caiden be able to uncover the mystery?
To know more, pick your copy of the book soon.
Firstly, I would like to appreciate the author for his efforts, with this being his debut novel. I always felt that one of the biggest challenges of designing a case of a murder mystery is to keep the mystery element intact.
In the case of this book, the author tried a lot to confuse the readers with a lot of open-ended leads and family secret setups and to a certain extent it did work out.
However, for someone who has read a handful of murder mysteries before, it would not be a very difficult task to narrow down the possible choices.
Another thing is the actual motive behind the murders. I just felt like the motives were a bit superfluous and uncharacteristic because it was kind of difficult for me to comprehend them.
I liked the simplicity of the language and how the author kept the flow of the narration because the story keeps on switching between the past and present which could have been confusing but wasn't.
I also liked the characters of the two detectives and how their bond is portrayed in the book. The other characters were also designed well but a bit abstractly.
All in all, it's a good murder mystery thriller for someone who is exploring the genre for the first time, however, mystery lovers can also give it a try if you are looking for some light and easy read.
I got this ARC copy for free and I am voluntarily leaving my review.
With the room being locked from inside and no possibility of any escape for the murderer, detectives Jill and Caiden takes on the one of a kind locked room murder mystery case where everyone seems to have a motive and a secret to uncover.
And the whole investigation turns personal for the detectives when the incidents after start hitting close to home.
With the lurking dread of oncoming doom, will Jill and Caiden be able to uncover the mystery?
To know more, pick your copy of the book soon.
Firstly, I would like to appreciate the author for his efforts, with this being his debut novel. I always felt that one of the biggest challenges of designing a case of a murder mystery is to keep the mystery element intact.
In the case of this book, the author tried a lot to confuse the readers with a lot of open-ended leads and family secret setups and to a certain extent it did work out.
However, for someone who has read a handful of murder mysteries before, it would not be a very difficult task to narrow down the possible choices.
Another thing is the actual motive behind the murders. I just felt like the motives were a bit superfluous and uncharacteristic because it was kind of difficult for me to comprehend them.
I liked the simplicity of the language and how the author kept the flow of the narration because the story keeps on switching between the past and present which could have been confusing but wasn't.
I also liked the characters of the two detectives and how their bond is portrayed in the book. The other characters were also designed well but a bit abstractly.
All in all, it's a good murder mystery thriller for someone who is exploring the genre for the first time, however, mystery lovers can also give it a try if you are looking for some light and easy read.
I got this ARC copy for free and I am voluntarily leaving my review.
February 8, 2021
I will start by saying this book was received as an ARC and this is my honest review.
I liked the storyline and the mystery. The fact that the murders are committed in a locked room with seemingly no way in was very intriguing.
The flashes from past to present were clearly marked so easy to follow. They were frustrating as you got to a good part you were transported to either the past or present and had to wait to see what happens next.
I like Jill and Caiden. They work well together and are great friends too. Jill is a single woman who struggles with OCD, and we are reminded of this fact to the point of it being annoying. Caiden is a happily married man.
A lot of conversations through the whole book among most all characters seem to be to formal at times.
In the beginning we have a lot of characters introduced but not a lot of information given to help keep them separated. I had to flip back several times to check which characters was who. Who's therapist was who. By the end of the book there were some writing discrepancies that threw me off on if another character was meant or if something happened that we just hadn't been told.
Jill is always discussing her cases with not only her partner but also her retired police offer father, and even her neighbor after he comes to her house and sees the crime scene photos that her and Caiden were discussing. Seems a bit illegal and unethical for a good police officer. She also makes some pretty questionable decisions. There is little in the way of showing us how the crime was solved other than just conversations with family, gut feelings, and luck.
It was an annoying book because of the repeated OCD mention but very littlein the way of showing us how it affected her, or the hard to follow characters, or to formal dialog.
That being said I did like the storyline. I just wish it would have been better fleshed out.
I liked the storyline and the mystery. The fact that the murders are committed in a locked room with seemingly no way in was very intriguing.
The flashes from past to present were clearly marked so easy to follow. They were frustrating as you got to a good part you were transported to either the past or present and had to wait to see what happens next.
I like Jill and Caiden. They work well together and are great friends too. Jill is a single woman who struggles with OCD, and we are reminded of this fact to the point of it being annoying. Caiden is a happily married man.
A lot of conversations through the whole book among most all characters seem to be to formal at times.
In the beginning we have a lot of characters introduced but not a lot of information given to help keep them separated. I had to flip back several times to check which characters was who. Who's therapist was who. By the end of the book there were some writing discrepancies that threw me off on if another character was meant or if something happened that we just hadn't been told.
Jill is always discussing her cases with not only her partner but also her retired police offer father, and even her neighbor after he comes to her house and sees the crime scene photos that her and Caiden were discussing. Seems a bit illegal and unethical for a good police officer. She also makes some pretty questionable decisions. There is little in the way of showing us how the crime was solved other than just conversations with family, gut feelings, and luck.
It was an annoying book because of the repeated OCD mention but very littlein the way of showing us how it affected her, or the hard to follow characters, or to formal dialog.
That being said I did like the storyline. I just wish it would have been better fleshed out.
May 21, 2020
This Suspense Thriller starts with a double homicide in a big mansion where a family, the Harryngtons, was staying for a week during their vacations. The victims, a married couple, are murdered as they sleep, and mutilated beyond recognition. They are found in a bedroom locked from the inside, and the police can't find any possible way that anyone could have gotten in or out.
Young detective Jill Jennson and her partner Caiden Mathews are in charge of the investigation. Jill, the main character, likes to have everything under control and loves helping people. Soon we'll discover that she has an unfulfilled personal life, and that there was an awful period in her past. She has become good at blocking out old memories, but anything can cause these thoughts and feelings to come back. As the Harryngton case evolves, the more secrets come to light, the more personal connections with Jill are revealed.
Chapters that take place in the past and present are intermingled. That is, everything that has happened in the house lately and the subsequent police investigation. We delve into the relationships of the Harryngton brothers and their families as well as the private lives of Caiden and especially Jill. All characters and relationships between them are well drawn and true.
To highlight some of the book's virtues, first, the writing style is crystal clear. There is no filler, everything that is told is important to the story. And second, the narrator wisely gives pieces of information that allow us to always be a little ahead of the investigation.
A harsh, nightmarish story, an intriguing case to solve, an easy and absorbing read... Mystery and Thriller fans should not miss "Ever Told".
I received an advanced review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Young detective Jill Jennson and her partner Caiden Mathews are in charge of the investigation. Jill, the main character, likes to have everything under control and loves helping people. Soon we'll discover that she has an unfulfilled personal life, and that there was an awful period in her past. She has become good at blocking out old memories, but anything can cause these thoughts and feelings to come back. As the Harryngton case evolves, the more secrets come to light, the more personal connections with Jill are revealed.
Chapters that take place in the past and present are intermingled. That is, everything that has happened in the house lately and the subsequent police investigation. We delve into the relationships of the Harryngton brothers and their families as well as the private lives of Caiden and especially Jill. All characters and relationships between them are well drawn and true.
To highlight some of the book's virtues, first, the writing style is crystal clear. There is no filler, everything that is told is important to the story. And second, the narrator wisely gives pieces of information that allow us to always be a little ahead of the investigation.
A harsh, nightmarish story, an intriguing case to solve, an easy and absorbing read... Mystery and Thriller fans should not miss "Ever Told".
I received an advanced review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
September 12, 2019
New Hampshire detectives Jill Jennson and her partner Detective Caiden Mathews are sent to investigate the murder of a husband and wife, whilst they had been staying in a vacation home with their extended family. However the bodies are in the bedroom, locked from the inside.
There seem to be many motives as one by one, secrets come to light as Jill and Caiden investigate this case. One of the victims was having an affair with another of the party. One brother wants to sell the family business but the other brothers want to carry on. Another brother is a wife beater and one of women was quite envious of the victims lifestyle.
No one will admit to the murder but are they protecting someone?
The story goes back and forth between the days leading up to the murder and the subsequent investigation, though at one point there is a tussle between two of the brothers after the murder which is shown in the second chapter and then repeated word for word near the end of the book.
I certainly had an idea as to who the murderer was but not to their reason, which I thought was quite inventive. Then moving the book forward by twenty years was interesting but leaves the reader knowing the future of Jill which might detract from future books.
Overall whilst I enjoyed the story there seemed to be some things that were off kilter, such as the Doctor/Therapist asking questions in her office, rather than assessing the patient at the police station; at one point something had been bothering Jill "all day" but they were eating breakfast; loading the dishwasher then in the next paragraph they are washing dishes; over use of exclamation marks and numerous spelling and grammar mistakes.
I received this book from BookSirens in return for a honest review.
There seem to be many motives as one by one, secrets come to light as Jill and Caiden investigate this case. One of the victims was having an affair with another of the party. One brother wants to sell the family business but the other brothers want to carry on. Another brother is a wife beater and one of women was quite envious of the victims lifestyle.
No one will admit to the murder but are they protecting someone?
The story goes back and forth between the days leading up to the murder and the subsequent investigation, though at one point there is a tussle between two of the brothers after the murder which is shown in the second chapter and then repeated word for word near the end of the book.
I certainly had an idea as to who the murderer was but not to their reason, which I thought was quite inventive. Then moving the book forward by twenty years was interesting but leaves the reader knowing the future of Jill which might detract from future books.
Overall whilst I enjoyed the story there seemed to be some things that were off kilter, such as the Doctor/Therapist asking questions in her office, rather than assessing the patient at the police station; at one point something had been bothering Jill "all day" but they were eating breakfast; loading the dishwasher then in the next paragraph they are washing dishes; over use of exclamation marks and numerous spelling and grammar mistakes.
I received this book from BookSirens in return for a honest review.
November 21, 2019
Firstly, I have to mention how much I love the name of this novel. One of my favourite parts of reading is finding the exact moment where we learn why the book is named what it is and I love how I had an idea of what it might be but it wasn’t until the last line of the book where the truth of it was actually revealed.
Secondly, I love a locked room mystery and this book gave the reader such a fantastic mystery to solve. I have to admit I didn’t see it coming and was pleasantly shocked by how it was accomplished.
The story unfolds in a back and forth between the recent past (prior to the murders) and present (trying to solve the crime days after it happened) which was a great technique to keep me feeling off-balance as a reader.
I do have to admit there were times, especially at the beginning, where I was confused about the events surrounding the murder as there were a lot of characters thrown at you (particularly the four brothers) and there wasn’t much to distinguish who was actually who. I was able to get a handle on it but I wish I could have been able to remember which brother was which right from the getgo. There were also moments where the dialogue felt a bit clunky between characters. It only felt this way between a few of them so I am not sure if it was me as the reader or a plot device of the authors. It was a tad aggravating as they just didn’t feel as fleshed out as the other characters.
Overall I enjoyed reading Ever Told and was shocked, to say the least, at one particular revelation at the end of the novel. It left me stunned and unable to digest what had actually occurred.
*** Book received by BookSirens & Author in exchange for an honest review. ***
Secondly, I love a locked room mystery and this book gave the reader such a fantastic mystery to solve. I have to admit I didn’t see it coming and was pleasantly shocked by how it was accomplished.
The story unfolds in a back and forth between the recent past (prior to the murders) and present (trying to solve the crime days after it happened) which was a great technique to keep me feeling off-balance as a reader.
I do have to admit there were times, especially at the beginning, where I was confused about the events surrounding the murder as there were a lot of characters thrown at you (particularly the four brothers) and there wasn’t much to distinguish who was actually who. I was able to get a handle on it but I wish I could have been able to remember which brother was which right from the getgo. There were also moments where the dialogue felt a bit clunky between characters. It only felt this way between a few of them so I am not sure if it was me as the reader or a plot device of the authors. It was a tad aggravating as they just didn’t feel as fleshed out as the other characters.
Overall I enjoyed reading Ever Told and was shocked, to say the least, at one particular revelation at the end of the novel. It left me stunned and unable to digest what had actually occurred.
*** Book received by BookSirens & Author in exchange for an honest review. ***
November 7, 2020
I’ll start out by saying thank you to the author Benjamin Bremasi and to BookSirens for providing Ever Told to read for an honest review.
I love thrillers and murder mysteries and the description of this book was great! Really great job in drawing the reader in to pick up the book.
The reader is presented with the when, where and how of the murder and leaves the who and why as they mystery to solve. The story unfolds across multiple timelines; before the murder, after the murder and the day of the murder.
As any good murder mystery would, as soon as you think you know what happened, new information is presented to you which provides you with new possibilities to consider.
The ebook that I was sent to review did have some grammatical and spelling errors. Since this book was released in 2018, I would have hoped those errors would have been fixed by now. Additionally, there were a few issues with the story that bothered me a bit as I read. Now, I’m not a police officer, but I’ve seen enough cop shows to know that a rich family would have lawyers all around them if they were being questioned in a murder case. Not one was mentioned in this book. The cops were visiting family members multiple times to question them and no lawyers were around, ever. Hmmmm. The questioning by the police was also very minimal and seemed high-level and generic. Again, not accurate to real life. As this is Bremasi’s first book, I look forward to his future releases as I’m sure the detail building will become stronger.
Overall, the plot was decent and if you like murder mysteries then Ever Told is worth checking out.
I love thrillers and murder mysteries and the description of this book was great! Really great job in drawing the reader in to pick up the book.
The reader is presented with the when, where and how of the murder and leaves the who and why as they mystery to solve. The story unfolds across multiple timelines; before the murder, after the murder and the day of the murder.
As any good murder mystery would, as soon as you think you know what happened, new information is presented to you which provides you with new possibilities to consider.
The ebook that I was sent to review did have some grammatical and spelling errors. Since this book was released in 2018, I would have hoped those errors would have been fixed by now. Additionally, there were a few issues with the story that bothered me a bit as I read. Now, I’m not a police officer, but I’ve seen enough cop shows to know that a rich family would have lawyers all around them if they were being questioned in a murder case. Not one was mentioned in this book. The cops were visiting family members multiple times to question them and no lawyers were around, ever. Hmmmm. The questioning by the police was also very minimal and seemed high-level and generic. Again, not accurate to real life. As this is Bremasi’s first book, I look forward to his future releases as I’m sure the detail building will become stronger.
Overall, the plot was decent and if you like murder mysteries then Ever Told is worth checking out.
November 17, 2020
‘Ever Told’ revolves around a mysterious double murder that took place rather unexpectedly during a family vacation. The perplexing case made it nearly impossible to leave anyone out of the list of suspects; as the story proceeded, things only began to move further away from a rational solution.
As the blurb claims, the reader indeed isn't quite likely to see the plot twist coming. I think that's what I loved most about the story. The book keeps hitting you with one twist after another, and you will never guess what's awaiting you. The author has got the potential to do well in this arena of fiction. He has built up some really good characters, and the noticeable feminist approach in this case deserves appreciation.
Although it's understandable that the style is preferred by the author, some readers might find it hard to follow the story as it keeps swinging between past and present. I noticed several typos throughout the story, which, I believe, can easily be fixed through general editing. Some of the readers might not like how the point of view has been changed from third person to first person at a few places, despite the fact that it played its own role in building up the tension.
The style of narration did not really work for me but it's more of a personal opinion. The story has the potential of stealing four or even five stars, and I kinda feel bad about leaving only three stars behind. It's logical to expect the author to come up with something even better next time.
If murder-mystery is your thing, you won't mind having a look at Ever Told.
(I received a copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily)
As the blurb claims, the reader indeed isn't quite likely to see the plot twist coming. I think that's what I loved most about the story. The book keeps hitting you with one twist after another, and you will never guess what's awaiting you. The author has got the potential to do well in this arena of fiction. He has built up some really good characters, and the noticeable feminist approach in this case deserves appreciation.
Although it's understandable that the style is preferred by the author, some readers might find it hard to follow the story as it keeps swinging between past and present. I noticed several typos throughout the story, which, I believe, can easily be fixed through general editing. Some of the readers might not like how the point of view has been changed from third person to first person at a few places, despite the fact that it played its own role in building up the tension.
The style of narration did not really work for me but it's more of a personal opinion. The story has the potential of stealing four or even five stars, and I kinda feel bad about leaving only three stars behind. It's logical to expect the author to come up with something even better next time.
If murder-mystery is your thing, you won't mind having a look at Ever Told.
(I received a copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily)
January 12, 2020
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
The book starts with a murder, the reason for which would be revealed on the last page. (Literally)
Moving to the main plot. The story starts with a double murder that happened during a family vacation of the Harryngtons. The eldest brother, Jack and his wife, Cinthia are murdered inside their locked room on the last night of their vacation. Detective Jill Jennsen is assigned to this case. Now while investigating, she uncovers a lot of truths that lead up to a turn of events in her life.
Whenever I read a thriller book these days, not a lot of them end up surprising me much. It's just that I've read so many thrillers, I feel like I can anticipate any kind of mystery there is. Now, when I started this book, I exepected it to turn out to be like just some other book that I might have read previously, but boy was I wrong!
The story moves in an order where the chapters alternate between the days that lead to the day of the murder and the days after the murder. While reading, it did seem like the story might turn out to be predicatable but the twist wasn't disappointing at all. I kind of knew who the killer was but I really could not believe it until it was actually revealed. A lot of connections could be made if you have read some good thrillers before, but the end will definitely be baffling. Just mindblown, is all I can say!
All in all, it was a great read. A really awesome debut. Looking forward to the future books by this author. :)
The book starts with a murder, the reason for which would be revealed on the last page. (Literally)
Moving to the main plot. The story starts with a double murder that happened during a family vacation of the Harryngtons. The eldest brother, Jack and his wife, Cinthia are murdered inside their locked room on the last night of their vacation. Detective Jill Jennsen is assigned to this case. Now while investigating, she uncovers a lot of truths that lead up to a turn of events in her life.
Whenever I read a thriller book these days, not a lot of them end up surprising me much. It's just that I've read so many thrillers, I feel like I can anticipate any kind of mystery there is. Now, when I started this book, I exepected it to turn out to be like just some other book that I might have read previously, but boy was I wrong!
The story moves in an order where the chapters alternate between the days that lead to the day of the murder and the days after the murder. While reading, it did seem like the story might turn out to be predicatable but the twist wasn't disappointing at all. I kind of knew who the killer was but I really could not believe it until it was actually revealed. A lot of connections could be made if you have read some good thrillers before, but the end will definitely be baffling. Just mindblown, is all I can say!
All in all, it was a great read. A really awesome debut. Looking forward to the future books by this author. :)
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