by Jeff Gunhus

A Mystery/Thriller, 2024 by Seven Guns Press, 272 Pages 

What I Didn’t Like:

• The sentiment about everyone being glad this kid died is awful. As someone who tries to find the good in everyone, I hated that. Plus, it’s at the start of a book so it really sets the tone negatively. 
• This idea is not a new one. We’ve seen this premise before in countless books. 
• Pacing is a little slow for a thriller. Of course, not all thrillers need to be fast and the pacing is a tool the author used here. But it’s worth noting. 

What I Did Like:

• The opening chapters set the tone for a dark book. The characters don’t feel warm and cozy, the crime feels dark and dangerous. You know right away that you’re not reading a feel good book. But for this story, it works. 
• The way the author jumps back and forth in the timeline works! The connections are well done and the time jumps are never confusing. 
• The ending is well done. No spoilers but it does add to the story well and is unique for the story we’re telling. 

Who Should Read This One:

• Fans of a thriller that deals with dual timelines and circles around a crime. 

My Rating: 4 Stars

• Thriller fans will appreciate how this one plays out.