I enjoyed this book very much. It was different and intriguing. I am always so happy to discover new and talented authors to add to my list. The story was nothing I have ever heard of, it kept me entertained and interested from beginning to end. Thanks to NetGalley, publisher and author, for the review copy of this book.

This book was everything I was hoping for and further solidifies Megan Goldin as an auto-buy author for me. This was the third book of hers that I’ve read and it was another home run. I was hooked from the beginning finding out that the main character had all this writing on her hands telling her to stay awake and not to sleep and to not trust anyone. Creepy right? And it just gets better from there. The story takes place over one day along with some flashbacks to the past, so it moves along at a good pace. I read this book in one day because I had to know what was up with this character, what would happen to her, and how everything would play out. The answers did not disappoint. This story had the suspense and mystery I want in a thriller. Definitely check it out later this year!

I couldn’t put this book down. It was so fast paced & there were so many twists & turns throughout the alternating narratives and timelines. I had a good idea of who the murderer was by the middle of the story but the whole amnesia aspect really kept the plot interesting for me. Although Liv’s character definitely annoyed me at times, I ultimately understand why she was so reluctant to reach out to the authorities for help. I liked how the ending tied everything together perfectly without any loose ends or plot holes & didn’t leave me asking any questions. I look forward to reading more books by this author!

After two disappointing thrillers that I did not finish I just had to jump ahead to an author that I was sure would not disappoint!! I’M SO GLAD I DID – THIS BOOK WILL KEEP YOU TURNING THE PAGES AT A RAPID PACE!!! If you guess the ending, you are a superstar because I didn’t!!

The novel is written from the point of view of both Liv and Darcy, two of our central characters. There is also a dual timeline!!

Liv Reese wakes up in a cab with no idea where she is headed or why she is in a cab!! When she heads to the apartment that she shares with her friend Amy – she is blown away when she finds that two strangers now live in that apartment.

WHAT IS GOING ON????

Detective Darcy Halliday is a new homicide detective working with long timer Jack Lavelle. They are called to the scene of a murder; the man they find has been killed and a message has been written in his blood on the window. It is written for all of those outside to read – “STAY AWAKE” IS WRITTEN IN LARGE LETTERS!!

We follow Liv who has a type of amnesia, every time she sleeps, she forgets the last two years of her life!! She sees the news report of the murder and notices that the same message “STAY AWAKE” along with lots of others are written on the inside of her hands!!

I found that with each chapter we find out a little more about Liv and Amy and the detectives working the murder case.

WHAT I LOVED ABOUT THE BOOK:

Each chapter just got better and better, no lag time in this one!!

The author handled the dual timelines and two POV’s very well.

The characters were very well developed. I felt so much fear and empathy for Liv. I tried to imagine what it would be like to be so confused and disoriented due to lack of sleep. The author does a good job of portraying Liv’s feelings.

Detectives Halliday and Lavelle are both determined and intelligent and are trying their hardest to solve a murder case while also tracking down a possible suspect. I love strong female characters and Darcy was whip smart and very detail oriented.

I know a book is great when I get annoyed when anything gets in the way of my continued reading!! I allowed no phone calls, texts, etc for hours at a time.

I highly suggest you go into this book blind and let the author’s writing begin to unfold this terrific thriller!!

I received an ARC of this novel from the publisher, St. Martin’s Press, through NetGalley. It was my pleasure to read and review this novel.

Stay Awake is a gripping tale, told between the past and present, leaving you anxious for answers. It's one of the best thrillers I've read in a long time. The pacing is fast and the writing sucks you right in. Anxiety and unease are woven through the entire thing, keeping you on edge the entire time. I loved the characters and I absolutely loved the ending.

Another smash hit by Megan Goldin who is at the top of my list for a "must read" when I see she has a new book coming out. "Stay Awake" begins with a confused Liv Reese who is in the back of a cab and no idea on how she got there. She can't seem to remember the last 2 years of her life and is living in the past. As the cab brings her to her apartment she is startled as nothing looks familiar.

Eventually Liv comes to realize she is wanted in connection for a homicide. There was a message in a window, "Stay Awake", ironically the same message is written on her arm. There are detectives that are looking for her, but at this point, she trusts no one. She can't sleep because if she does, she will wake up and forget everything all over again.

Goldin did a phenomenal job with Liv's character and you will be on the edge of your seat the entire time. As it says in the title, I literally Stayed Awake to read this. I could not put this down. Throughout the book you will find out about Liv's best friend Amy and Liv's boyfriend.

This is definitely a book to grab this summer!

What a great mystery! Stay Awake is definitely the kind of book that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

Can you imagine waking up in the back of a taxi with no idea where you are or how you got there? Well, the author takes us on a ride that is complex and invigorating. A great thriller you must read.

I was so excited to get early access to this book. The premise of it sounded so intriguing and I love an unreliable narrator story. The delivery fell a bit flat for me and the plot felt a bit chaotic and all over the place. I struggled to stay engaged and felt that at times it was drawn out too much. I also found it repetitive in times when it didn't need to be and hard to follow at other times. The overall story itself was great and I loved the dual point of view, especially getting to read from the perspective of the Detective. Parts were very predictable but I was shocked by the big reveal towards the end! Everything after that felt a bit too easy. but I don't want to spoil anything for other readers. I would classify this as a slow-burn mystery. While this novel wasn't for me, I do know this will go over well for a lot of readers and will be recommending it to readers who love this sort of book.

Liv Reese wakes up disoriented and confused. She can't remember how she got where she is or why she has the words "Stay Awake" written on her hand. What she does remember is the apartment she shares with her best friend Amy, and he boyfriend who lives in the city. Only, when she shows up to that apartment, Amy isn't there and neither is any of her stuff. When she calls her boyfriend, a different man answers. What is going on? When she comes across a tv she notices a crime report of a recent murder on the screen. At the crime scene is the same message that is written on her hands, "stay awake," Coincidence? Or did she have something to do with it? She cannot remember anything from last night or the past two years for that matter. Now she is disoriented, and running from a crime scene she is unsure if she had anything to do with. Terrified, alone, and desperately trying to stay awake, Liv is not sure who to trust or where to turn.

Thank you Netgalley and St. Martins Press for early access to this one!

What a great thriller! This book kept me on the edge of my seat, eagerly turning the pages trying to figure out plot twists and turns. It was a fast paced story that I’d recommend to anyone who loves a little mystery.

Well, this book is aptly named because I stayed awake long past bedtime to read this compelling thriller! Megan Goldwin is fast becoming one of my favourite authors. Wow, can she ever write compelling fiction that you won't want to stop reading. I can see this book being made into a movie. It is just SO GOOD!! A huge thank you to St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC. 5 stars. Highly recommend this one!

Oooooh, this was so good! I was on the edge of my seat the entire book. There were times I got a little frustrated with Liv, because every time she was about to find out what was going on, she inexplicably took off, literally running away. However, in hindsight, I suppose it was good she trusted her instincts... I pretty much knew who the killer was about halfway, despite the red herring that was the performance artist, but my knowing didn't detract from the story in any way, I don't think. Another boom that will sell itself. It's always nice when a book does my job for me!

Wow! A mind-bending, heart-stopping thriller told in a cinematic style, Stay Awake will make you forget everything until you’ve reached its gasp-worthy conclusion. Ingenious, intriguing and intoxicating, this stylish thriller is a fresh take of an amnesiac’s experience, expertly pulling you in as she pieces together her fractured memories of what happened to the dead man she woke up next to. Utterly unforgettable!

When Liv wakes in a cab, she doesn’t have anything. Not her keys, not her phone, not her coat. Only a bloody knife, which she quickly hides. In the vein of Memento with hints of Before I Go To Sleep, the story follows Liv as she finds herself on the run for a crime she doesn’t remember committing. To make matters worse, every time she falls asleep, her memory resets and her mind goes back to two years before. But what happened two years before? And is someone out to make sure she doesn’t remember, permanently?

One of the most dazzling, clever books I’ve read in a long time!

Thank you Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review this novel.

While the main character’s condition is hard to believe, it made for a great thriller. This mystery kept me on the edge of my seat, kept me guessing and turning pages. It was easy to become invested in the story. There were many timelines, and abrupt switches in perspectives, but i did not have too much trouble keeping up. It was a bit dizzying.

This thriller will make your heart race! Lots of suspense and plots twists. This was a great read and I highly recommend it.

Such a good book and an interesting read. The main character wakes up and has no idea where she is. Come to find out, it's actually years later than she thinks. The story follows her as she tries to find out who she is and what is going on. Definitely keeps you hanging on until the end!

Megan Goldin is one of my top 5 favorite thriller writers of all time! Her books are enthralling and it's hard to stop reading even though you know sleep is important. This book? Absolutely consuming from start to finish. I didn't want to put it down and I know many readers will feel the same. Highly recommended!

I wanted to like this book more than I did. Reading the book’s description and seeing the cover intrigued me enough to request an advanced copy.

However, the pace of the novel was slow, and the characters weren’t engaging. At times the story dragged to where I didn’t want to continue reading. Although I liked the detectives, less would still have been better.

To summarize, the end of the novel wrapped up well, but it felt like it took far too long to get to it.

LOVED LOVED this book. Once I picked up this book I could not stop reading it until I found out what happens. In Stay Awake we meet a women named Liv and we find out through out the book why she needs to stay awake and not to trust anyone. You go on this roller coaster with her and how she comes out of it. Highly recommend this novel you will not be disappointed.. Thanks to NetGalley for the advanced copy for a honest review.

Stay Awake was my first novel to read by author Megan Goldin and sadly this one was just not for me.

While I was compelled to finish this book, in the end I was just underwhelmed and found it too repetitive for my liking! I also thought there were some plot holes and loose ends that I really needed answers to that affected my rating as well.

I would like to thank St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for the opportunity to review this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I loved reading this book, I guarantee it will be one of the most popular thrillers for 2022! You will want to stay awake and keep reading well into the night, it was very hard to put down. A dark and twisty thriller that goes back and forth between two years earlier and the present time with the main character Liv. Every time Liv falls asleep she wakes up and thinks that it is 2 years earlier. The book follows her frantically trying to piece together what happened in those 2 years and why she has all sorts of messages written on her hands such as Stay Awake, that could be connected to a murder that has the same message written on the window. Stay Awake had a great plot, written at an excellent pace and you keeps you guessing is Liv the murderer or the victim?

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for the eARC.