pickThe beginning was gripping. The middle dragged a lot for me, and the MCs felt too slow on the uptake. But the last 2 hours were gripping again and I was on the edge of my seat. I thought I had it figured out but was totally surprised! This was my first by McAllister so I‘d totally read more in the future.
Also, LOVED the narrator. Thanks @LiteraryinPA for the rec!!
pickThis is my first time reading Gillian McAllister. I had a strong feeling that I had read at least one of her books before, but my Goodreads account says otherwise. Regardless, Famous Last Words was an excellent starting point for me. A suspenseful hostage situation, marital secrets, and a puzzle to solve all made this a great book!
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pickThis was a reread. The first time around was a so-so, but as an audiobook, it was much closer to a pick.
so-soGood pacing, interesting twists but I was able to see some of them coming. Good, fun and quick read.
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pickI‘ve really enjoyed all the books I‘ve read by Gillian McAllister bc she always does something a little different. This one was enjoyable, with an opening mystery that kept me guessing. It‘s more of a relationship drama than a thriller, especially after the first section. I think it‘s more enjoyable if you go in with that expectation.
pickI really enjoyed this one. The story has mystery and thriller vibes, with a couple of love stories thrown in as well. It is told from two points of view, Camilla (whose husband took people hostage) and Niall (the hostage negotiator). The lives of both changed that day. There were a couple of slow bits and a few weak plot moments, but it was fun and kept me entertained. Thanks to Edelweiss+ for the digital ARC. 4.25/5
pickThis is the 1st book I‘ve read of the author & I enjoyed it, although it seemed to lag in the middle. Reading the book description you think it‘s going to be more thriller, but it‘s paced more like a mystery. I appreciated the character development. The story takes an unexpected turn part way through which adds layers to it. I have physical copies of her books Wrong Place Wrong Time & Just Another Missing Person so I‘m eager to read those.
