Who is this book for?
- Readers who enjoy character-driven domestic suspense novels.
- Fans of slow-burn mysteries focused on family secrets.
- Those who appreciate stories about complex family relationships, especially stepfamilies.
- Readers looking for an emotional, bittersweet story rather than a high-octane thriller.
- People who enjoy books that explore themes of identity and trust in relationships.
Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?
- Readers expecting a fast-paced, action-packed thriller.
- Those who dislike stories told primarily through internal monologue and flashbacks.
- Readers who get frustrated by characters making illogical decisions.
- People who prefer mysteries with shocking twists or surprising endings.
- Readers who want more focus on the suspense elements rather than family drama.
Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book
- Engaging and suspenseful plot that keeps readers hooked
- Well-developed characters, especially Hannah and Bailey
- Emotional and touching exploration of family relationships
- Fast-paced writing style that's easy to read
- Intriguing mystery element about Owen's true identity
- Realistic portrayal of stepmother-stepdaughter relationship
- Short chapters that maintain momentum
- Satisfying character growth and relationship development
- Bittersweet but fitting ending
- Thought-provoking themes of trust, loyalty and identity
Things people didn't like as much about this book
- Slow pacing at times, especially in the middle
- Some found the ending unsatisfying or disappointing
- Plot requires suspension of disbelief in parts
- Main character Hannah can come across as bland to some readers
- Mystery/suspense elements not as thrilling as some expected
- Dialogue occasionally feels unnatural or forced
- Some plot points and character actions seem unrealistic
- Overuse of flashbacks for some readers
- Lack of action or high stakes for a thriller
- Repetitive internal monologue from Hannah's perspective
