This book was a rollercoaster of a ride. I often struggle with books which tell the story from a number of different viewpoints - if it’s not done properly, it gets confusing - but the author manages this so well in this book.

From the start, I had my suspicions about who the stalker could be. I’m pleased to say I didn’t work it out until the end. I did consider the person but ruled them out thanks to the skilful story telling employed in the book. The misdirections used worked wonderfully and despite not figuring it out until the end, I didn’t feel that the ending was contrived or a disappointment in any way. It all made sense.

I liked Alice from the start. I felt sorry for her, going through this, dreading Wednesday, wondering what it would bring. Why Wednesday was apparent from the boys story - but hiding who the boy was till the very end was very skilfully done.

I admit I felt sorry for the boy. The author never reveals what he goes through on a Wednesday in any detail - but the hint of it is there. No more detail is needed. What I couldn’t figure out was the connection between the boy and Alice - but I’m glad I couldn’t figure that out because it made me want to keep reading.

I had one criticisms. I struggled a little to figure out how Alice was targeted by the charity. I have a basic knowledge of Facebook ads and similar being able to target people thanks to what they search, post etc but it still felt a little strange to me. Equally though, I can see how too much explanation would have detracted a little from the book. This part just didn’t sit quite right with me. But it’s a very minor criticism and didn’t ruin the book for me at all.

I loved how the author links Alice’s breathing to her mother’s breathing. That was a lovely piece of writing which I thought worked beautifully.

All in, this book is well worth a read.

Thanks to NetGalley for the copy of this book in return for an honest review.

4.5 stars
I Will Make You Pay, by Teresa Driscoll, was an immediately engaging and interesting story. I found it to be gripping from the very start and it held my attention throughout.

The story follows local champion and journalist Alice Henderson, who receives an anonymous call at work one Wednesday, issuing an ominous threat. She writes it off as a prank directed at the newspaper. But the following Wednesday she receives yet another threat, this one a much more personal attack, and she soon realizes that this fear campaign is directed at her specifically. And she has no idea why.

In an attempt to help find answers that the police are unable to provide, her boyfriend hires a detective to not only search for answers but serve as a bodyguard on the dreaded Wednesdays. As the situation escalates, we discover that more secrets and more questions continue to arise.

There is so much to this story. Not only does it hold a mystery teaming with suspense and surprises, but it also holds some incredibly moving familial ties between a daughter and her mother, and between a boy and his gran. There are some disturbing childhood scenes, that while not graphic, allude to the emotional and physical trauma that took place. I Will Make You Pay was heartbreaking, heart-pounding, and heartwarming all in one and a thoroughly entertaining story.

Thank you so much to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this early copy in exchange for an honest review.

Teresa Driscoll spent years as a reporter writing about crime, and she brings that experience into her writing (The Promise, The Friend, I Am Watching You). Apparently, there are characters from her earlier books in her latest one, I Will Make You Pay, but I haven’t read those and didn’t feel like I was missing any information, so it functions well as a standalone.

Alice Henderson is a reporter, who has focused on local issues. She receives a threatening phone call, then the threat increases. At first, Alice was dismissive, seeing it as a hoax, but it soon becomes clear it is serious.

Alice’s boyfriend hires former police officer and now private investigator Matthew Hill, a character who will be familiar to readers of the earlier books by Ms. Driscoll. The alternating points of view may not appeal to everyone, but it was very easy to follow, and the suspense was very well done. I liked Alice, and will definitely read future books in this series. Four stars.

I received a copy of Ms. Driscoll’s book I Will Make You Pay from Amazon and NetGalley in exchange for this honest review.

3.5 stars for this thriller...

Lots of ways this could have ended and I honestly didn’t see the last twist. Definitely a good read that kept me turning the page to see what was going to happen.

This was a great thriller. Excellent writing and pacing. I was hooked right away.

I really enjoyed how the story was told from three points of view - Alice, Matthew (the PI), and Him Before (the stalker). Getting a peek into the past of the 'bad guy' was unique. It added so much tension to know that this little boy was going to grow up to be Alice's stalker but not know why or when they crossed paths in the present day. All three characters have secrets in their past that are slowly revealed and add to the story.

While this book isn't overly long, there was a lot of time devoted to the three main characters and the people they love in their daily lives. This added so much to the story. It wasn't just gimmick after gimmick like some of recent day thrillers that are trying to be the next Gone Girl. This story has a lot of heart. Especially Alice and her mother.

Highly recommend this one.


*I received an advance copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher and I am required to disclose that in my review in compliance with federal law.*

My copy of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. My thanks to the the author, the publisher, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review it.

This book started with a threatening phone call to the main character and there was the hope of an exciting story to follow. Unfortunately, the story turned out to be a rather plodding tale with little sense of urgency or real danger. Alice, the main character, was weak, whiny and unlikeable. The other characters were little more than cardboard cutouts.

The story is told from three different points of view. The first is that of Alice, the main character. Told in the first person, we are privy to all her insecurities and doubts. There appears to be some big mystery in her past which, when revealed, was a bit disappointing. Personally, I have a major problem with weak characters who will not listen to good advice, do stupid things, and then need rescuing. This was Alice. She never thought before acting. The second point of view was Matthew’s. He was the private investigator hired by Alice’s boyfriend. Even after finishing the book, I have no idea why his POV was included. There was absolutely no reason to have the scenes with his daughter or at home. And, don’t even get me started on the man who was not a client and was being bothered by the “little people.” The third POV was that of “Him,” Alice’s stalker. This one was probably the most interesting.

I was hoping for much more from this book but I never got any sense of danger or excitement while reading it. There was no thrill in this thriller.

I was tired when I picked up I Will Make You Pay and wasn't sure if I had the energy to get into a new book. But within a couple of chapters I was hooked and I raced though the book in a day.

The book tells the story of Alice. When she receives a threatening phone call at work she tries to ignore it however when she subsequently receives a parcel from an anonymous sender it becomes obvious that someone knows too much about her private life. Despite her efforts to continue as normal a life as possible, the threats get more serious and Alice realises that a secret from her past may be catching up with her.

I really enjoy Teresa Driscoll's writing. When I read her first book I went straight to get her second, which is very unusual for me as I like to vary my reading, so I am always delighted when she publishes a new book. She has the ability to draw you in very easily, with the focus of each chapter relating to different characters in the book. In this case we have Alice and Matthew Hill, the investigator. Interestingly we also have chapters where we learn about the childhood of Alice's stalker and a trauma he had to endure. The story is told in the present tense, which I know is not to everyone's taste, but I think it lends this story an urgency which reflects Alice's fear and the need to move quickly to find her stalker.

I was particularly interested in the chapters which focused on the stalker as these gave the stalker a human dimension. Alice is afraid of the nutter who is out there and just wants him to be caught. We, on the other hand, see a small boy who lives with his adored grandmother and who is bright and brave and very loyal. Gradually it becomes apparent that none of us live in a vacuum and our actions can have a wider impact than we expect.

I guess all the clues were there but I had no idea as to the identity of the stalker until it was revealed. It's a gripping story with very human characters and I highly recommend it.

My thanks to the publisher and to NetGalley for a review copy of this book.

This was an AMAZING book. Read it, and you won’t regret it. Alice’s story is terrifying and the suspense is real.

From the very first line, I was drawn into this book. “I am going to use the cheese wire on you.” Wow! “I Will Make You Pay,” by Teresa Driscoll was everything I hoped it would be. I’ve read “I Am Watching You” and “The Promise,” and loved both. Like those novels, “I will Make You Pay,” takes place in Devon, UK. While we meet characters from previous books, “I Will Make You Pay” is a stand-alone story.

One of the most frightening things a woman can experience is a stalker. That’s exactly what Alice, the protagonist of this novel, experiences. Who could want her to suffer? And why do they strike every Wednesday? The characters in Teresa Driscoll’s books are complex and likable. Those in “I Will Make You Pay” are no exception.

The story was told from different points of view with each chapter being labeled appropriately. This helped me to always know whose perspective I was reading. The author kept the pace moving, never bogging us down with unnecessary detail. I often felt as though I was watching a movie. There was no vulgar language that I recall, and no sexually explicit content.

Because Teresa Driscoll was a journalist, she was able to write Alice’s character in a very realistic way. This book will especially appeal to women who love a good mystery. I think Driscoll has become one of my favorite authors. She never disappoints! “I Will Make Your Pay,” will be available on October 10, 2019. Until then, it is available for preorder.

I thank NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK for providing me with an advance copy of this “I Will Make Your Pay,” in exchange for an honest review.

Wow I will never think of Wednesdays in the same way after reading this book. I really enjoyed the way Teresa Driscoll layed out the story. You are given a piece of the puzzle but not in the order they need to be in. So as you read the book you will see each major player have a chapter and you get a glimpse of what the ending will be. I was gifted this kindle book from Netgalley with the understanding that I would leave an honest review.

This thriller is about Alice Henderson, a woman terrorized by a stalker that only seems to strike every Wednesday. It starts out somewhat intriguing, but quickly turns into a less interesting, slower paced read. It had an okay plot, but I personally prefer thrillers with a bit more grit. I feel like it watered over several key issues, in lieu of making us uncomfortable. I figured out who the stalker was quite a ways before the ending of the book and never really got too invested in the characters. Not a terrible read, just a bit too slow and watered down for my taste. In my opinion there are way too many really great thrillers out there to spend time on this one.

A slow paced book written from different perspectives, 3 different stories intricately tangled but still clearly defined. It took many unexpected turns and left me quite emotional at the end. A very well crafted must read .

It seems that journalist Alice has a stalker. In fact the stalker was so subtle that she didn't even realize she had one until she receives a phone call at work using a voice changer that says "I am going to use cheese wire on you." That alone isn't enough to send Alice into full out panic. The chill amps up as Alice goes to get a coffee and the cafe has her coffee waiting because some guy rang in to say that "Alice will need a double espresso. She's on her way." Creepy. As the stalker amps up his plan, Alice realizes that someone definitely is definitely out to frighten her or worse. Alice's boyfriend Tom hires a private detective named Matthew Hill to help unravel the case. The story telling in this book is taut and does keep the reader mesmerized. I did guess correctly who "dunnit" based on the fact the character in question seemed to always be too nervous and on edge which made me question his/her motivation. Great Read.

I will make you pay by Teresa Driscoll is a 4 star read.
From the first page until the last this book captivated my attention and refused to let it go. Each of the characters are well developed and you end up invested in every one of them, ever the stalker. The ending was a shock I wasn’t expecting as I thought I knew who the stalker was but I was wrong.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book through Netgalley.

Thanks Teresa Driscoll and Netgalley for the advanced reader's copy!!

From the very first chapter, I knew I was going to like this book. As always, the writing style is pretty smooth, love the chapter/character even those that went back to the past. I kept going back and forth imagining who "HIM" was...and how it was all going to unfold.

Once again, another good book by Mrs Driscoll! I look forward to the next one.

It’s an ordinary Wednesday for journalist Alice Henderson until the phone on her desk rings. The caller, using a voice distorter, threatens her. Alice reports this to her editor who calls in the authorities. The police assure Alice they will look into it but are certain it is a onetime threat. When another threat occurs the next Wednesday, the police take it more seriously but have no leads. Is it an article Alice is writing? Or could it be something from her past? As each Wednesday goes by with a new threat, Alice’s boyfriend insists the police aren’t doing enough to protect her. He hires a private detective to try to figure out who could be stalking Alice. Alice’s secrets come to the forefront as the detective works with the police to solve the crime.

I Will Make You Pay kept me engrossed from the beginning to the twist at the end. The story is engaging and the characters are interesting. I will be looking for other books by Teresa Driscoll.

From the first page I was hooked, there is no prologue to tease you, confuse you or mislead you. The drama and terror are there right from the start, and you are in the midst of the story straight away. I started this late at night thinking I’d just read a couple of chapters to feel my way into a new book before I knew it I was 30% of the way in, bleary-eyed and forcing myself to put it down to get some sleep.
I loved the terror and thriller aspect of this book. I wouldn’t leave the house from Tuesday through to Thursday if this were happening to me. So the protagonist did annoy me a little as she still kept meetings on a Wednesday knowing that something could happen to her. Also, when she left travelling back from London until late on the Tuesday night, I was getting really frustrated and antsy. I just wanted her tucked up safe and sound in bed and the house bubble wrapped!
The book alternates between Alice’s version of events, Mathew, the private investigator (who we have met in previous books. I was shocked that he had a stroppy two-year-old on his hands as his wife had only just given birth to an angelic little baby in the last book I read!). There are also chapters entitled ‘Him- before’ giving us an insight into what we presume is the stalker’s life events and what has lead up to him stalking Alice.
It is very well done, the anticipation builds up at a steady pace, and you even feel sorry for the ‘him’ for everything he has gone through in his life. He didn’t choose Wednesdays to be a nightmare; however, he did decide how he would let it affect the rest of his life.
I didn’t see the ending coming; I had guessed why the stalker was doing what he was doing but not who he was. I figured he must be someone we had met because of the voice changer he used right at the very beginning. However, there was no one I could guess that would be in the frame for the leading stalking role. To say I was sideswiped would be an understatement!
Absolutely fantastic, another out of this world, brilliantly written book by Teresa Driscoll!

Thank you NetGalley for an ARC copy of this ebook.
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This is my second read by Teresa Driscoll & she did not disappoint. If fact she made me kinda wary of Wednesdays... At least while reading this book.
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It's Wednesday and you're first introduced to Alice, a journalist who receive the most disturbing call, a voice distorter (which immediately made me think of Ghost face since I just watched Scream last night) telling Alice:
"I am going to use cheese wire on you"
Well.. not the most pleasant call to get; but again she's a journalist and sometimes the nutters do call in. She advises her co-workers and boss, thinking nothing of it until someone (using the Ghost face voice) calls in her order at the coffee shop next door. The police come and take statements as a favor to the editor and that's it... Until the following Wednesday she is delivered peonies, her mother's favorite flower, however they aren't as innocent as they sound... There's a cryptic message hinting at her mothers safety... as well as the stems have brutally been wrap with.. you guessed it cheese wire. Its officially Alice has a stalker... but only on Wednesdays it seems.
As Alice's story unravels you are left thinking her stalker her could anyone. I mean at one point I was placing blame on a sweet Grandmother. As the Wednesdays go by the attacks on Alice from her stalker increase; she isn't safe anywhere; but she also doesn't want to cower in fear.
Will Alice's stalker have the last laugh that costs her life; or will they be stopped before it's too late.
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This was a wild ride that had me continually guessing who it could be, while my brain was ping-ponging all over the place trying to read into each character she introduces.

A fast paced thriller ride that will have you sat in the same spot, not moving until you have finished! Get comfy and enjoy the ride.

A real twisty, dark thriller that follows the story of Alice, a journalist, who is being threatened/stalked/punished on the same day every week.

This novel is truly gripping with hidden layers that is full of suspense, tension and has a shocking climatic ending that I didnt guess in the slightest.

This is the 2nd book I have read by Teresa Driscoll and it will most definitely not be the last!

Characters are so well described and open within their narrative but also hold some intrigue which could be carried on into a series.

Loved every minute of this faced paced novel.

Huge thanks to netgalley and the publishers for the ARC.

Unfortunately, this book wasn’t for me. I just couldn’t get into it. I wasn’t connecting with the characters or the story and I gave up pretty early on.

Thank you, NetGalley and the publisher for sending me an ARC of I Will Make You Pay in exchange for an honest review.