Book Review: The Good Girl
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In this book review of “The Good Girl,” I admire the writer’s use of suspense. This one is full of “hold your breath” moments that keep you turning the pages.
There are so many twists and turns in this one (and you won’t quite figure out that you were twisting and turning until the last few pages, I kid you not) that I was a bit chagrined that I did not see these plot twists coming.
You won’t either.
Here’s a snippet: “I’ve been following her for the past few days. I know where she buys her groceries, where she has her dry cleaning done, and where she works. I don’t know what color her eyes are or what they look like when she’s scared. But I will.”
When the back cover of a book says that it’s a twisty, roller coaster ride of a debut, you think: Yeah, that’s what they all say.
This book is about a young woman taken by a young man, who was supposed to turn her over to someone else. But for some reason, does not.
What ensues is the two living together in a remote cabin, broken into, of course, barely tolerating each other. Until…
I’m not telling you anymore. But if you pick up this book and read to the end, I think you will be surprised.
Don’t you dare read the end first! I hope you enjoyed this book review.
About the Author:
Mary Kubica is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of many suspense novels, including THE GOOD GIRL, PRETTY BABY, DON’T YOU CRY, EVERY LAST LIE, WHEN THE LIGHTS GO OUT, THE OTHER MRS., LOCAL WOMAN MISSING, JUST THE NICEST COUPLE, SHE’S NOT SORRY, and IT’S NOT HER.
A former high school history teacher, Mary holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. She also has a degree in History and American Literature. Mary lives outside of Chicago with her husband and two children.
i agree!!!! it was twisty and turny!!!! loved it!
I made a note about this book when you first mentioned it, so I'm glad to hear it was a winner! And another coming out?!? I better pick it up and get busy reading! Thanks, Brenda!
It was such a great choice–thanks!!
Your right, they all say the same things on the back of the book, so it can be hard to choose. When I find one that I didn't see the end coming, I end up thinking it's a very good book. I usually have them figured out and love it when they surprise me. I'll try the Good Girl. The Lincoln Rhyme novels by Jeffery Deaver are good page turners with good twists often.
Brenda, you have truly pulled me in with your snippets!! It's now on my Amazon wish list!
Oh, by the way, did you sign up as an affiliate so that when you mention the books, camera or anything you get financial credit? I hope so, because I'd like to help you in the future with my purchases.
Oh my….Sounds like a good thriller!