I Need You to Read This by Jessa Maxwell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
When Alex's favorite advice columnist is brutally murdered, she's devastated. She's also a bit miffed when, less than a year later, the paper puts out an open application for her replacement. Alex decides to apply on a whim and suddenly finds herself called into the editor's office, being offered the job. But when she begins working in the newsroom, something feels off. There's a palpable tension in the air. Then, threats start arriving in the mail, clearly aimed at Alex. Was taking this job a huge mistake? And could it all be related to either Alex's dark past or Francis' murder, which remains unsolved?
I love a creepy low-key thriller and this is the exact definition of that. There were plenty of secrets lurking around every turn in this book and each was slowly revealed as the book moved along. Some were hinted at heavily, and some came out of nowhere. I like it this way because it gives you as the reader some clues to try to piece together the mystery, but throws some curveballs in there to keep you on your toes.
And wow, I did love the ending. It hit the right tone all around. Just like Maxwell's other book "The Golden Spoon," it really smacked you with the climactic action as it all played out. What a rush!
I highly recommend this book and its author, who is really doing a great job breaking onto the literary scene. Her strong female characters are unforgettable and her stories are unique and interesting. I can't wait to see what she comes up with next!
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