That's Not My Name by Megan Lally -> Restarting January 27th, 2024

[Aly]

She thought she had her life back. She was wrong. It was a mistake to trust him.

A gripping debut thriller perfect for fans of Natalie D. Richards and Vincent Ralph.

Shivering and bruised, a teen wakes up on the side of a dirt road with no memory of how she got there―or who she is. A passing officer takes her to the police station, and not long after, a frantic man arrives. He's been searching for her for hours. He has her school ID, her birth certificate, and even family photos. He is her father. Her name is Mary. Or so he says.

When Lola slammed the car door and stormed off into the night, Drew thought they just needed some time to cool off. Except Lola disappeared, and the sheriff, his friends, and the whole town are convinced Drew murdered his girlfriend. Forget proving his innocence, he needs to find her before it's too late. The longer Lola is missing, the fewer leads there are to follow…and the more danger they both are in.

[Haley]

Just started this one! So far I’m really liking it!! Will update in a lil bit :)

[Haley]

ch 1 - 7 (view spoiler)[

ooo this started off so good with so many questions!!

Possibilities?
1. Wayne lost his daugther with the mother in the car crash & kidnapped "Mary"?
2. Mary is really Lola, OR Lola died while drowning?

also why was Mary driving separate from her father? I don't know that doesn't seem to be adding up. & the egg allergy?? why even cook those if you know she can't remember anything, UNLESS Wayne is trying to see if Mary is faking not remembering??

I wish the cop was able to have someone provide more evidence on if this was really Wayne's daughter. (hide spoiler)] so many questions... I need to know

[Haley]

ch 8 - 14
(view spoiler)[ getting weirder and weirder! I'm almost positive this girl is Lola and wayne has kidnapped her. I wonder how she ended up at the ditch to begin with ?? trying to run away or from wayne trying to kill her?

I'm assuming Wayne killed the friendly neighbor that went to check up on them.

also SUCH a terrible idea for drew to break into the sheriff's office... are there not cameras watching?? (hide spoiler)]

[Haley]

ch 15 - 24
got ahead of myself and almost forgot to type this update
(view spoiler)[ AHHH Mary has finally found out that she's not mary... I don't know what drew was expecting going to the police about the call from the tip line?? ugh the impulsive decision DID not work in his favor. but I'm happy he has Max and Autumn to support him.

I was really thinking officer bowman was going to help them out more... (hide spoiler)]

[Haley]

finished
(view spoiler)[
I thought I had it all figured out... I wasn't expecting Lola to be dead already :(

poor Drew, I felt myself start to tear up with that last chapter. He truly thought (as did I) that he found her!! I'm happy Madison went back to help him realize it's not all his fault, it was Wayne's.

I really really liked this story!! I flew through it and LOVE how it wasn't dragged out at all. I mean everything happened in what five or six days?? the pacing of the book was perfect and even when you think you know everything, sike!! (hide spoiler)]

[Haley]

sorry I didn't think I'd read this book so quickly... :)) it helps that it's my day off from work so all I did was read.

I can't wait to hear what you think about the book though!

[Trisha]

OMG! Yes, you read it fast! I love that you loved it!!
I'm starting now!

[Trisha]

ch 1 - 7

(view spoiler)[ oooh, yes, I think he was testing her with the eggs. I bet he's been holding her hostage and she got away
and then couldn't remember after she hit her head.
I assume this is Lola but it could just as easily be the 2nd girl he's taken and Lola really was killed

so far Drew is way too hotheaded. he's going to get in more trouble (hide spoiler)]

[Trisha]

8-14 chapters

(view spoiler)[ OMG I agree! What is he doing in the sheriff's office?!?! YIKES! at least these kids believe him now

I agree, I think he killed the neighbor. Just awful
but that girl that waved at her. we have a real chance there. . .I hope she calls someone

why didn't the small town cop recognize her? (hide spoiler)]

[Haley]

Trisha wrote: "ch 1 - 7

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(view spoiler)[ you guessed right from the beginning!! I had my hopes up and really thought it was Lola :// (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

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[Melanie]

Read this one today.

Chapters 1-7
(view spoiler)[
This is good so far. I wonder if the girl is actually Mary or if she's really Lola or even another girl? There's something off about Wayne so I don't trust him. Also, man Drew has it rough with everyone thinking he killed his girlfriend.
(hide spoiler)]

Chapters 8-14
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Ok at this point I'm convinced that the girl isn't Mary but it also sees like she may not be Lola. So who is she? I'm glad Autumn finally figured out she was wrong about Drew and that she and Max are going to help him look for Lola. Drew breaking up with Lola was a surprise but I can see why he hadn't mentioned it with her going missing and all.
(hide spoiler)]

Chapters 15-21
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So the girl in definitely not Mary but I still don't think she's Lola. I wonder if Wayne took Lola before he took her? He killed the neighbor and now is trying to get them away from the cabin. And Drew and the others have tracked this girl who they think is Lola based on the security footage but I wonder if Wayne is just taking girls that look alike?
(hide spoiler)]

Chapter 22 - Epilogue
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Damn so Madison was the tenth girl Wayne kidnapped. I'm so glad she got away with Drew's help and stopped Wayne for good. It's sad they didn't find Lola in time but it sounds like she was dead within a day so there was so saving her. Overall this was a great read.
(hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

I'll jump into this after Off the Air

[Alaina]

Ch 1-7: (view spoiler)[I'm just wondering... did they even take her fingerprints? You'd think they would take that... maybe swab her mouth... so they know who she actually is?!?! IDK!? MAYBE?! Not really sure I trust Wayne, I'm very intrigued about this locked basement and I'm wondering who they found dead. Other than that, I feel really bad for Drew who is definitely being treated like shit. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

Melanie wrote: "Read this one today.

Chapters 1-7. ..."

Yeah, I'm just wondering who she truly is. Also, same feelings about Drew.

[Alaina]

Ch 8-14: (view spoiler)[OMG TRUST YOUR GUT AND YOUR MEMORIES LADY! THIS MAN IS NOT YOUR FATHER. I REPEAT, HE IS NOT YOUR FATHER! I'm sorry but she was homeschooled, and they were just so fucking close the past couple of years - you would think he would know what she's fucking allergic to.

I'm not sure who she is supposed to be but I'm wondering what the heck happened to the real Mary. Also, who was waving to her when they left the diner? And I'm hoping the friendly neighbor maybe calls the police?!?! MAYBE (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

Melanie wrote: "Read this one today.

Chapters 8-14 ..."

I still can't believe she thought he would kill her over breaking up with her?!?!

[Alaina]

Ch 15-21: (view spoiler)[OMG I had a feeling he killed him!! Also, lady, please call the cop guy (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

Melanie wrote: "Read this one today.

Chapters 15-21 ..."

Could make sense especially if the cops are all like Mr. horrible sheriff, thinking it was someone in town and you know.. not ted bundy guy over here.

[Alaina]

Ch 22-28: (view spoiler)[WHERE THE HECK IS LOLA AND WHO THE HECK IS SHE? I need to know where these poor girls have been buried. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

Ch 29-Finish: (view spoiler)[Well, I'm glad she remembered her name and they kicked his ass. Also, finding all the bodies - so sad but at least the other families have their answers and peace. Damn, this was good. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

Melanie wrote: "Read this one today.

Chapter 22 - Epilogue. ..."

I completely agree!

[Ivelisse]

Started this today!

[Ivelisse]

Chapters 1-5

(view spoiler)[ This book is super fast... Like Mary is found on the side of the road by a police officer, her dad is there to claim her and her boyfriend is agonized. He's at fault. In the beginning, it's apparent that he's not involved. At least you think... we'll see. (hide spoiler)]

[Ivelisse]

Chapters 6 - 13

(view spoiler)[Wayne is creepy as hell... he knows nothing about 'Mary'. She's getting allergic reactions and he doesn't know. He's avoiding public spaces. Drew finally admits what he did to Autumn. He broke up with Lola the night she disappeared. So of course, it's Drew's fault. Good thing once he gets it off his chest, he has some people on his side. Now they're trying to brainstorm ways to find her. Mary had a flashback of whom I can only assume it's her mother! And I'm sure Wayne killed the neighbor! (hide spoiler)]

[Ivelisse]

Chapters 14 - 20

(view spoiler)[Mary is cataloging what she remembers, knows... Specifically what her mom looks like.

And the damn cop is big mad... he is convinced and Drew screwed up... frustrated!!!!!!!

The cops are at the cabin looking for the neighbor I'm sure was killed by Wayne.

And the kids are smart...they're taking things into their own hands. (hide spoiler)]

[Ivelisse]

Chapter 21 - 23

(view spoiler)[
Mary remembers when she was in the back of the van.... she also runs into the coyote who also made it's own discovery.

She remembers everything and as soon as she has a little glimmer of hope... he's killed it... UGH!!!!!!!!! (hide spoiler)]

[Ivelisse]

Chapters 24 - Finish

(view spoiler)[
Drew is going to the police station! Doing more than that cop has been doing!

The final piece clicks into place... she knows her name!

There are various names... she's not the first... ugh
Wayne is crazy.

Oh nooo... she's not Lola. My heart. Her name is Madison.

There were 9.

What a twist ... Poor Drew.
(hide spoiler)]