Nina Hepworth inherits a prime piece of real estate in the British Virgin Islands, she flies there and is beyond thrilled to see a stunning glass steeNina Hepworth inherits a prime piece of real estate in the British Virgin Islands, she flies there and is beyond thrilled to see a stunning glass steel mansion overlooking a private beach. Soon after she finds the house has been rigged with surveillance equipment. Then it flips to another storyline where we meet the newly employed live-in nanny Maria, who arrives at this same house only to find she’s been ghosted by her not-yet-met employers. The only instructions she was told was not to open the basement door. Oh what an unsettling story of the filthy rich making bloody sport with those beneath them. I’ve never read anything remotely resembling this, but wow was the premise ever so creative and interesting.. AND TWISTED. Yes it was completely nuts and exciting with its riddles, cat and mouse games with life or death on the line giving you chills + eerie feels. All in all I enjoyed this and its unpredictability even though I did have to suspend belief. And holy moly that ⚠️house was a character in itself. If escape room thrillers are your jam this is for you. 3.5 stars — Pub. 7/30/24
I received an advanced copy from the publisher through NetGalley. All opinions are my own....more
A dual timeline, “very much character driven” story focused on two sisters angsty coming-of-age in the early 2000’s, and now as adults after a devastaA dual timeline, “very much character driven” story focused on two sisters angsty coming-of-age in the early 2000’s, and now as adults after a devastating death and the repercussions left in its wake. This touches on sisterhood, friendship, vulnerability, toxic relationships, personal growth, a bit of romance and mystery. Wonderful storytelling. Am looking forward to reading what Colleen McKeegan writes next. 5 stars — Pub. 8/13/24...more
I’ve only read a few books of short stories and was unsure about picking this up but seeing that it’s published by Zibby Books (always enjoyed) I borrI’ve only read a few books of short stories and was unsure about picking this up but seeing that it’s published by Zibby Books (always enjoyed) I borrowed the audio on Libby. Happy to say I found it unputdownable and flew through it. THE GOODBYE PROCESS is a collection of short stories that seamlessly flowed into the next. It’s short, less than 7 hours on audio with - - easy to listen to, creative meaningful stories - - that are not necessarily about loss with the expectation to feel sadness. Instead I felt a variety of emotions all depending if one packed a punch or another had a quieter approach. The overall tone has a human, realness to it with a variety of scenarios; -one is of preteens shoplifting that turns scary, with other vignettes revolving around relationships, appearance.. all very thought provoking. Recommend. ❥ 4.5 stars — Pub. 7/30/24...more
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