Thank you Simon & Schuster Audio for the ALC and Atria Books #partner, for the advanced copy of Daughter of Mine in exchange for my honest review.
Publisher: Marysue Rucci Books / Simon & Schuster ALC
Published: April 9, 2024
Summary:
The new thrilling novel from Megan Miranda, the instant New York Times bestselling author of All the Missing Girls, The Last to Vanish, and The Only Survivors.
When Hazel Sharp, daughter of Mirror Lake’s longtime local detective, unexpectedly inherits her childhood home, she’s warily drawn back to the town—and people—she left behind almost a decade earlier. But Hazel’s not the only relic of the past to a drought has descended on the region, and as the water level in the lake drops, long-hidden secrets begin to emerge…including evidence that may help finally explain the mystery of her mother’s disappearance.
My thoughts:
I’ve really come to enjoy Megan Miranda’s books, especially as I find they translate really well onto audio. And this latest one is no exception.
Small town mysteries have always been a favorite of mine and this one captivated me right from the start. Yes, it’s a slow-burn but the pay-off is so worth it! It is so suspenseful and we find that what seems like a straightforward mystery is anything but. Secrets and lies are soon uncovered and characters are not quite what they seem. At the same time, the town is going through a drought and I loved how the author paired the story with this…it adds such a sense of impending dread.
This book really kept me guessing as to what would happen next and I loved how atmospheric it was. The twists were perfectly placed and I found the ending to be completely satisfying! This is definitely a must-read if you enjoy a good slow-burn mystery!
Audio thoughts:
Ines del Castillo does such a great job with the narration of this book. As I already mentioned, Megan Miranda’s stories translate well onto audio, and Ines does a great job taking those characters and bringing them to life. She gives each character their own unique voice and her pacing and intonation are spot on. This is an author who I definitely feel confident choosing audio over print time and time again!
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