A review by bree_mck
The One I Left Behind by Jennifer McMahon

dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I predicted who the killer was very early in the book, but there were a few times I questioned myself.
I think it would have been a more interesting book if Vera really WAS the killer, like Stu thought. Making George, a rejected lover, the killer seems a little too easy.
. However, I still enjoyed the journey. I liked the two timeline approach. At the same time, Adult Regina was not very likable, so I didn't care all that much about what happened to her. I felt like she didn't emotionally mature since she was 13- but I guess trauma will do that. 

Overall- Not my favorite thriller, but still a fun, easy read. I will definitely check out other books by this author!

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