Engaging and suspenseful, Not What She Seems is a pacy novel that propels readers forward with an urgent need for the truth to come to light. After the brilliant Nena Knight trilogy, Yasmin Angoe has wonderfully crafted a completely different type of thriller that focuses on mysterious occurrences and family drama through a flawed but persistent protagonist.
Jacinda “Jac” Brodie has returned home to Brook Haven, South Carolina following the hospitalization of her beloved grandfather. She hasn’t been back in years, having left after being blamed for the death of her father, the town’s beloved chief of police. Coming home forces Jac to reconcile with her past while also reckoning with how her hometown has changed under the influence of a newcomer with visions of bringing Brook Haven into a prosperous future. But something doesn’t sit right with Jac, leading her to investigate this new woman in town and how she might be involved in the growing suspiciousness surrounding her grandfather’s incident. The more she digs, the more uncomfortable truths Jac will reveal…and the more danger she will find herself facing.
Lots of secrets, several hidden agendas, and plenty of drama with a capital D all spilling from characters you’ll either love or hate. Injections of emotion and intrigue in equal measure throughout. Wrapped up in a well-constructed story that has multiple moving parts and several twists to keep you guessing before it all seamlessly comes together in the end. A book that will have you furiously flipping pages once it has fully seized your attention.
Not What She Seems is another well-written, gripping novel by a fantastic storyteller. Excited to see what Yasmin Angoe has up her sleeve for her next literary project. Whatever it is, count me in.
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