I first found Fiona Barton through her second book. I read it as fast as I could and as soon as I put it down, I wanted to go and read the first. With that being said, I found this book had a bit of a slow start but once I got past the first 50 pages, I couldn't put it down and finished it in 2 sittings. I can't wait to see what she comes up with next, another great read from Fiona Barton.

Two young women have gone missing while on holiday. A culture of drugs, drink, and parties in a foreign land. Secrets, lies, and a mysterious fire. A writer sent to cover the case, finding herself involved on a personal level in a nightmare she could never have imagined. A detective trying to work the case from across the ocean while dealing with his own personal tragedy. Just when you think you've solved the case, another twist, another clue. Thank you, Fiona Barton, for another intriguing and emotional read. I hope you're working madly on your next book!

A news story about the death of 2 girls in Bangkok suddenly becomes personal for reporter Kate Waters in this new thriller by Fiona Barton. She discovers the tables turned when she finds herself and her family becoming the story instead of covering the story.

This is not only an intriguing murder mystery but a compelling family story about what a mother will do to save her son.

Highly recommended!

Having read both of Fiona Barton's prior books (The Widow and The Child), I was ecstatic to see her new novel in my NetGalley account. The Suspect was even better than the first two novels. I enjoyed the way the story was told alternating between three characters. All of the characters were so believable. This was a quick read for me! Thank you for the advanced copy.

Thrillers with women taking central roles are flooding the market right now, and while many of them are very good, I find if I can’t like at least one of the characters, then I don’t care what happens to any of them. Barton is different, her characters are real and relatable and her latest about two British girls killed in Thailand, captures a mother’s worst fears. From the parents whose daughters dies, to the reporter covering the story who learns that her son is the prime suspect in their deaths, the emotions are real, raw and anguished. Another winner for this gifted writer

I am usually not big on series, but Barton uses characters from The Child to great effect, with a final twist that seals the deal. Barton is a must-buy.

I enjoyed this book, it was a good weekend read. I don't usually enjoy different points of view that go back and forth, but I think it works in this story. The book is well written and I enjoyed the plot, with all of its diverse characters.