I don’t like true (violent) crime, but I loved this! I enjoyed the framing story of the younger writer working with a more experienced colleague. I was a bit shocked at the ending but still enjoyed it. Some people like to have an ending they can’t predict! 

A mystery that turns the genre on its head! I was obsessed while reading this.

Struggling writer Evelyn Mitchell decides to write a book investigating the disappearance of 19 year old, Zoe Nolan.

Zoe is a student at Manchester University who walked out of house party never to be seen again.

This novel is told through a blend of Evelyn's interviews with Zoe's family and friends, trying to dig into what really happened and emails where Evelyn is reaching out to author Joseph Knox for advice and support after dark events begin unfolding.

A wildly unique mystery thriller. With the insert of the author within the story I did have to check this was 100% fiction, I was completely pulled into the writing style and the story itself. The reasons behind the idea of Jospeh Knox being involved in this missing girl's story was so well done.

All of these characters have secrets to hide, they are all realistic and written with nuance. I didn't see any of the wild twists coming, they were beautifully revealed. I found myself truly invested in this tense, dark story.

Joseph Knox tricked me time and time again, my mind is still reeling to catch up. This is a multi-layered story, both thematically and narratively. On one side we have an immersive, thrilling, dark mystery and at the same time alot of important, difficult themes and conversations are displayed throughout the plot.

I loved it! I will be thinking about Zoe and this crazy story for a long time. I can't wait to read more from this author.