I loved the idea of this one but the execution was lacking. The idea of creepy closed down mall was such a great setting. Unfortunately you know the outcome (four found dead) and that makes the book a cat and mouse game but it just didn’t hold my attention.

This was an edge of your seat thriller that I loved from beginning to end.

I love the twists and turns and cannot recommend this one enough.

Natalie D, Richards writes great YA thrillers, and I would definitely recommend to fans of her other books!

I received an e-ARC from the publisher

This was a scary book, which is so interesting because you know right away who the killer is, but that doesn’t matter when you don’t know who is going to die or who is going to survive and how they’re going to get out, and the setting of an abandoned mall was a perfect backdrop to the thrills.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this review copy in exchange for an honest opinion. Review has been posted on Amazon.

Murder in a locked theater? All about it. I did like that we find out who the killer is right away. The book was entertaining, but something was missing for me. I did however like this authors writing style, and I will definitely read more of her books in the future.

I didn't expected that I was going to be bored with this thriller book. Everything was a bit expected or pretty predictable. I found myself pausing my reading while I do other things. Just my opinion.

This story had an awesome premise, i liked how from the start we knew four people would end up dead, and I just kept guessing who they would be. i wasn't a fan of how we knew who the killer was from the start and took away some of the excitement that usually goes along with thrillers. Although I did enjoy the book overall I found the writing to get repetitive.

A great and wild ride that keeps you on the edge of your seat! This one was wicked and fast! SO much action. So many character layers to unravel. A great read!!!

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Four Found Dead
•Author: Natalie D. Richard’s
•Rating: ✰✰✰ (2.5 rounded up )
•Genre: YA Thriller
•Book # 3 of 2024

Ehh…. Not my favorite. I was interested enough to see what happened but I did not like the ending that much. It was just fine all around… a bit far fetched for me.

A somewhat underwhelming thriller with little tension and a lot of action. Four Found Dead is primarily about past trauma and figuring out the motive behind the villain’s killing spree, as they are unmasked early on. The fast paced action keeps the story moving along while the characters attempt to escape the vacant mall, but I didn’t find myself connected to the story or the characters. The constant action just didn’t leave a lot of room for character growth.

The premise of this book was really intriguing but I didn’t end up loving it. That being said, I still sped through the book and would still consider picking up future books by Richards.

Loved this! full of suspense and keeps you on the edge of your seat! There are a lot of horrifying moments. A theater is closing down and it's the last night. The group of employees are all friends and decided to go for pancakes at the end of their shift to kind of celebrate them working together for so long and leaving for new jobs. Things don't go according to plan. The power goes out, people die, and they are in for a real creepy surprise!

A great read of what would happen if...Keeps you held to the very last page! As someone from Ohio, the location drops and college names made my heart so happy! A truly wonderful murder mystery!

I don’t know what I expected, but this book was boring. There is some tension throughout the story, but since the reader and the people in the story know from the beginning who’s behind the events in this book, it doesn’t feel like a mystery.

I didn’t feel any terror reading this book and wasn’t immersed in the story enough to fear for any of the characters. It’s a pretty straight forward story and that made the whole book even more predictable. I don’t think there is any twist that I couldn’t see coming from a mile away.

I really liked the other two books I previously read by the author, so I’ll definitely will give her a try again and hope this was just a one off for me.

I really enjoyed this book. The tension and suspense kept me reading as I wanted to know which characters survived. There were bits of a letter dispersed throughout the book that I did not realize was written by another character until over half way through the book. I liked that aspect. I am going to have to check out other books by this author as I thoroughly enjoyed this story.

This novel is a pulse-pounding thriller that takes readers on a rollercoaster of suspense, mystery, and unexpected twists. The novel opens with a bang—four bodies discovered under mysterious circumstances—and from that moment on, it's a relentless race against time to uncover the truth. The strength of the storytelling lies in the ability to keep readers guessing. The plot unfolds gradually, revealing layers of secrets and hidden agendas that add complexity to the narrative. The pacing is relentless, ensuring that the tension never wanes and that each chapter ends with a compelling cliffhanger. The author masterfully navigates the balance between suspenseful build-ups and satisfying revelations.

Natalie D. Richard’s never disappoints. In this overnight, fast paced read, I was astonished with how on edge I was (in the best way possible). One of the many things Natalie D. Richard’s masters is the art of writing a thrilling story that takes place over a short span of time. This novel was so detail oriented, so honest and vulnerable that breached important topics for impressionable reader. Every character was so complex, and much like Five Total Strangers by Natalie D. Richard’s, the plot twists were just as surprising and engaging in this stunning 5 star read. Natalie D. Richard’s knows what’s up. I highly recommend this masterpiece to any and all ages. Twisted and beautiful.

I love a good YA thriller and this one was a lot of fun!! I listened to the audiobook and could not put it down and kept finding outer things to do so I could read more. I will be sharing my copy with others - thank you so much for my gifted copy!

A solid choice for a high school library — a quick suspenseful YA read with relatable characters. Richards skillfully spins the plot for a slow reveal, and the ending nicely ties the threads together for a stand-alone novel. (Yay! Something YA that isn’t a series!) The setting feels like Stranger Things season 3 in the mall, but minus the monsters. Definitely a worthwhile school library purchase.

This gripping book is perfect for a quick, one-sitting read, packed with suspense, intense moments, and plenty of action.

The identity of the culprit is revealed early on, but the motive remains shrouded in mystery until nearly the end of the narrative.

Additionally, the book's title hints at the presence of four victims, yet their identities remain uncertain until later on. I developed a strong liking for the protagonist Jo and found myself deeply engaged with her character as well as the others she's trapped with.

The incorporation of news articles detailing the killing spree, along with the presence of an unidentified narrator of sorts, added a compelling layer to the story that I thoroughly enjoyed.