Steadman’s novel opens with Erin burying her husband’s body, and from the first line I was already hooked! It is advertised as a novel for fans of Gillian Flynn and Ruth Ware and while that is definitely the target audience, Steadman has brought an entirely new perspective to the thriller genre. Overall “Something in the Water” was captivating, well written and I would be surprised if it doesn’t make it to the top of lists such as ‘Best Books to Read this Summer’.
I did think that the end moved a little too quickly and could have been more developed, but if you are looking for something in this genre to capture your attention, it is a great read!

I had a hard time with this book. It has a pretty good setup, and the story could have been excellent, but it was so full of unnecessary details. In example, she starts off the first chapter with a long background on the hotel they're staying in, which I had to skim. Then at one point, there's a tutorial on Google Translate. Just too heavy on little, inconsequential things. It really messed up the pacing of the book.

I didn't understand why the documentary storyline was in there at all--most of it could have been cut and it would have been fine. I get that the author needed that for Erin to hook up with the someone who ended up playing a big part in the main plot, but we didn't need a lot of the stories that we got.

Also, the writing wasn't amazing. I know this is the author's first crack at a novel so I gave her some leeway there, but at times the clunky prose was a distraction. There's an awful lot of telling, not showing, and it bothered me.

The one thing that I absolutely LOVED was the opening of the book. It immediately hooked me, and I liked all the double-crossing that ended up happening as well. The bones of a great suspense story are here, it's just that the execution, for me, left a lot to be desired.

This is a quick read that never gets bogged down in things that don’t matter to the story. Everything ties together wonderfully and the ending is worth the time invested.

Something in the Water by Catherine Steadman is filled with a lot of "what would you do?" moments. The first Chapter grabs the reader with knowledge of what happens later. The next chapters lead you to that time. Ms Steadman does an excellent job of fitting events together. Looking forward to the next book by this author. I was given an early copy to review.

Something in the Water heralds the start of summer for me. A quintessential beach read, it also happens to be well-written and intelligently plotted - something that is lacking in quite a few entertaining novels. It's refreshing to know that writers and publishers are considering that their audience deserves quality, even when that audience just wants to be entertained. But I digress. Specifically, what I loved about Something in the Water is that it encapsulates all the elements of a classic romp. It's markedly contemporary, but manages to keep the plot charging ahead while avoiding being overly violent. All the elements are here...beautiful world-building and scenery, classic 'bad guys', and an exciting plot. My only gripe with the book is regarding the protagonist. While I think she was developed well and is a character in whom the reader becomes invested, she can be a bit frustrating. Quite a few short sentences, passages turned me off in that they felt a bit outdated/sexist. I think it was meant to just be honest (we do all care a little too much about our appearance and want to please too many people of course) but the role of overly supportive wife who doesn't really speak up, wore thin. For example, there is a scene where her husband "tells" her to stop working on a part of her project. She doesn't argue, but just agrees. The character herself is obviously intelligent and self-sufficient. I just wish she was a little more assertive. All in all, great book. Entertaining. Very well written.

I definitely loved how this book just jumped right in with the main character digging a grave. I do kind of wish we hadn’t known who she was burying but it didn’t really take away too much from the story, I just kept remembering and wondering how it would end up coming around to that. Overall a great read that lets you follow a journey that everyone has thought about and wondered what they would do in that situation. While I’m not sure I would have made the same choices I thoroughly enjoyed following this couple and their decisions throughout the story. I’m still not sure how much I liked the ending but I’d still recommend this one.

WOW! This was a wonderful surprise. Have you ever watched the show "What Would You Do"? That is exactly what this book is all about. I loved it and I recommend this bad boy to anyone who thinks that they know what they would do.

My thanks to Netgalley and Ballentine Books for this advanced readers copy.

Good thriller. The lovely young newlyweds are on their honeymoon when they discover a bag of valuables. What they choose to do with the contents puts their lives at risk, but who can you really believe or trust?

He's an out of work trader and she's producing a documentary on prisoners being released, including one who is like the mob. Do these factor into the situations they find themselves in? It's interesting that we know at the start what the end is, but then go back to find out how it all happened.

It kept me reading! Thank you NetGalley for an advance copy in exchange for an honest opinion,

What a ride this story takes you on. The book begins with a grave being dug to hide a body. Who would think that losing your job could cause such trauma in your life. And then the solution to all your problems suddenly appears . . . Or does it??You won't know who to believe in this he said she said little beauty of a story.

I received a free copy of this through NetGalley. The very first page of this book literally grabs you and you can't stop reading from that point on. So you know what situation the main character, Erin, gets into right from the beginning but you need to find out how she gets in that predicament. In addition to the main character there are a number of other colorful characters in this book. This is Catherine Steadman's first book, I will be sure to read other works by her in the future.

This book has a killer opening, literally and figuratively. The story winds back to what seemed to be a clean, wonderful life and future. .Things start to go sideways at first with the hope of getting back on track soon. Little signs are observed, and set aside.
A mysterious find, maybe not so mysterious after all, sets in motion a chain of disastrous events. To me, the ultimate moment is ne of the last between the wife and husband.
Interesting story, some things were a bit predictable and others good surprises.

I have to say I'm still not sure how the main character in this book, Sara, found herself wrapped up with all these people who don't like to stay on the right side of the law. Nevertheless, it made for an entertaining story and quite a few surprises. I had suspicions for some of the things that happened near the end of the book, but I was still shocked about how a lot of it turned out. I recommend this book if you are looking for a quick read in the the vein of many of the popular novels that are out there now.

This book was tremendous. I didn't expect it to be as good as it turned out to be. Definitely in my top 3 of 2018 so far. I found it extremely twisty and suspenseful with a plot that kept me hooked the whole way through. I didn't want it to end!! 5 Stars!!

Loved it! An every day couple makes a decision after a discovery on their honeymoon . One decision follows another which leads them more and more off track. Great addictive read. I'm a slow reader, so it took me 4 days to finish it, but everyday over dinner I would ask my husband: "what would we do".

This book begins with two people in love, planning a wedding. How well do they know each other?
Married life begins with a romantic honeymoon in Bora Bora. What they discover on their trip causes them complications. Problems arise fueled by their lack of trust and honesty with each other or a love of money and greed. Just when it seems as if things will be resolved there is another twist.
It appears as if this book begins a new series for the author.

This one caught me by surprise. Not what I was expecting but it turned out to be a really interesting story.

I literally couldn't get past the first few chapters.

Excellent thriller! It starts with an oh my God, i can't believe she's done that, which sets the book on to an upward high and you not wanting it to end. I stayed up super late finishing this book and hoping it would be adapted into a mini series or movie. The plot is excellent, the characters are well developed and thought out. I loved how they made good and bad choices, as we all do. Totally relatable and convincing. It was dark, thrilling and wonderful to read.

I can't recommend it enough!

*I'd like to thank the author/publisher/NetGalley for the opportunity to red this book in exchange for a fair and honest review*

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Absolutely loved this book. It opens up with a woman explaining how to bury a body and what dimensions to dig a grave. I just knew I was going to love the book and had a hard time putting it down and on the upside I now know how to did a grave.

Erin and Mark are getting married. They are planning all the details and decide to honeymoon in Bora Bora. Erin is filming a documentary following three different prisoners during and after incarceration. Erin and Mark seem like a happy, loving couple. We know that's not true due to one of them soon to be buried. Mark loses his job, cancels part of the honeymoon, wants to change the reception venue and sell their house. He turns into someone Erin doesn't recognize, but she brushes it off as stress. They still get married and all seems well on their shortened honeymoon. While scuba diving in Bora Bora, Erin and Mark come across a duffel bag that will change their lives forever.

There are so many twists and turns throughout the book. I loved when Erin turned to Eddie for advice. Who is better to ask about selling illegal items, buying guns and burying bodies than
than a gangster currently serving prison time. I really detested Mark. He was very sneaky and always blamed Erin when stuff happened, so I wasn't too sad about the ending. I just wish Erin could have asked him why.

I loved the story and writing style. I can't wait to read more books by the author. I definitely recommend this book.

Thanks to NetGalley, Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine and the author, Catherine Steadman, for a free electronic ARC of this novel.