Thank you to the publisher & Netgalley for an advance copy of this title! Alex Finlay is on a roll! I have been singing the praises of his last two books!

Really exciting page turner that does a great job of blending the past with the present & leaves the reader racing towards the conclusion!

Publisher Description

A stay-at-home mom with a past.
A has-been rock star with a habit.
A reality TV producer with a debt.
Three disparate lives.
One deadly secret.

Twenty five years ago, Jenna, Donnie, and Nico were the best of friends, having forged a bond through the abuse and neglect they endured as residents of Savior House, a group home for parentless teens. When the home was shut down—after the disappearance of several kids—the three were split up.

Though the trauma of their childhood has never left them, each went on to live accomplished—if troubled—lives. They haven’t seen one another since they were teens but now are reunited for a single haunting reason: someone is trying to kill them.

To survive, the group will have to revisit the nightmares of their childhoods and confront their shared past—a past that holds the secret to why someone wants them dead.

It’s a reunion none of them asked for . . . or wanted. But it may be the only way to save all their lives.

What Have We Done is both an edge-of-your-seat thriller and a gut-wrenching coming-of-age story. And it cements Alex Finlay as one of the new leading voices in thrillers today.

This is one of those books that I enjoyed listening too but in the end I gave it a 3.5 because I just could not get behind the level of unbelievability. It was well written and plotted. It held my attention and I wanted to know the ending but there were a few eye rolls while I listened. The cast of narrators chosen for this project were spot on though. Each one did a fantastic job capturing the essence of who each character was and it was easy to keep track of the distinct voices. I liked the simple narration, without the over dramatization that many audiobooks feature. The ending was a good twist but overall this one was enjoyable but still lacking.

What a great book ! Totally riveting story that flips between present and past . Would highly recommend this book

Alex Finlay is a captivating author. I love his way of creating a story of suspense. I enjoyed this read and how it kept me on the edge of my seat!

In this story we have the focus of three main characters. We have Jenna, Nico, and Donnie. All three of these characters knew each other 25 years ago from their time together in a group home called Savior House. Life has pulled these members of the home, as well as others, in several different directions and they have all gone their separate ways. Now, a chain event of tragedies has linked these three characters back together.

Through this time we learn the backstories of Jenna, Nico, and Donnie. We also learn how they are living in their present day lives. How has their past brought them all back together? Will they ever be able to move on?

I highly recommend reading this newest release, especially if you are a fan of action packed thrillers full of excitement! There were times when my anxiety was little high, but that’s what happens when you are kept on the edge of your seat! This is a fast read, and the chapters are nice and short which is a major bonus!

Many thanks to NetGalley, St. Martin’s Press/Minotaur Books, and the author for an ARC of this book. Publication date is: March 07, 2023.

I received a free ARC of “ What Have We Done” through Net Galley . Thanks to the author , publisher and Net Gslley for the chance to read the fine thriller.

The story begins with a scene of a group of young people burying something or someone in a deserted field near on the grounds of an orphanage near Chestertown, Pa ( which I assume is a fictional place.) The scene shifts with a young wife living the good life in a D C. Suburb .Jenna is at breakfast with her family when she gets a text that sends her back into a life she thought she had left behind. A long time ago, Jenna was rescued from that orphanage and taken to a place where she was trained as an assassin for a secret government agency. She has been un-retired.
Intrigued and more than a little frightened, she follows the orders, quickly finding out that she is the target.
From here on, the reader is taken on a swirling dangerous trip into Jenna’s secret past, one that involves the other orphans from that awful place they were brought up, what they did that dark night. The reader does not learn what happens then, but the author introduce the others, all of whom have have had their lives endangered.
This is an action filled thriller that moves rapidly to a climax that answers the question of what was going on back at the orphan school, where kids were abused and some, especially the girls were disappeared. Different chapters involved different survivors: Donnie, Nico and , of course, Jenna. All of them will finally meet up and unravel the secret of the orphanage.
“ What Have We Done “ gives the reader an adrenaline charged romp- mysterious killers, car chases, elite soirées and dive bars are included. The reader, setting his or her credulity aside and takes the dish served, will enjoy reading this thriller.

Found this to be very average for the most part but the twists were actually really good. I just wish I connected with the characters more. A few plot holes but overall a good thriller. Would recommend for beginners of the genre.

Well written, but a bit too action movie like for my taste. I was hooked from the beginning and the mystery kept me on my toes, but my interest did not hold.

I am a huge fan of dual timelines + past and present mysteries that come back to haunt our characters. The premise of this book had me hooked and while I had fun reading it was a little over the top for my personal taste. I never felt a true connection to any of the characters and while I could get lost in story I wasn't wholly invested in what happened to them.

I find there's been a recent surge of 'off the rails' books that combine high-octane action, over the top characters and circumstances and a lot of fast-paced action. While I can sometimes lose myself in the books it's not my go-to genre and not what I was expecting. I think it's a solid, bingeable book. Suspend some disbelief and hunker down for the ride. This book had a cinematic feel to it.

I was curious how the past was going to get wrapped up and while I enjoyed multiple POVs in the present I do wish our characters "reunited" sooner in the present day to find out who was coming for them.

I was such a massive fan of Every Last Fear and will continue to keep an eye out for what Alex Finlay writes next.

Thank you to NetGalley and Minotaur for the ARC.

I could not finish enough of this book to be able to leave a comprehensive review, but I hope it finds its audience and I am grateful to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an advance copy.

4.5 stars

I was confused at first with the multiple people and bouncing around, I was struggling to keep the names straight. Once I got it straight in my head, this was a fantastic book. The feels like one of the better Alex Finlay books. I definitely recommend. Nothing adds up until you get to the end and the epilogue twist, perfection!!

An action packed thriller, the twists and turns were pleasing!
The pace did drag in some parts, and the main characters were not likable in my opinion. The story line, however, was interesting.

What an excellent read! I enjoyed every moment of this fast-paced thriller. Tons of twists and turns that kept me glued to every page. Can't wait to read Alex Finlay's other books.

I loved this book! It was fast pace, suspenseful, and I had no idea where it was going. That is my favorite kind of book. Made for the perfect train commute getting time to read this. Big fan of all of Alex Finlay's books and he has yet to disappoint me!

I have read or listened to every Alex Finlay book so far. His debut book "Every Last Fear. Is a must read as it was amazing. With that being said, I highly recommend What Have We Done.

In normal Alex Finlay fashion, What Have We Done leads with gruesome murder and then takes you through the events that led up to it and after it. Alex Finlay takes you through the past and present of the individual(s) involved.

At first it was a bit hard to follow all the different characters' perspectives because it was not very clear as to how all of the characters were connected but once you are about 1/4 of the way in, it becomes a lot clearer. When that happens, it makes it much easier to get into the book.

I enjoyed most of the characters in the book but there was in particular that I really struggled with until the very end. It was also this characters supporting characters that I struggled with. I'm not sure if it is because of the individual's lifestyle and career choice or if it was the narrator for me.

The female assassin is one of my favorite characters. You can truly understand where she is coming from and why she is making the choices that she is. You can really feel the strong sense of family bond both marital and friend family throughout the book.

The story itself is written well. It has a lot of twists and turns. The story around Savior House is one of my favorites, which is really the center of the entire book in my opinion.

Trigger warnings: orphanage, sexual predator, child murder

Rating: 4 out of 5 because I struggled with the connection between all of the characters at first. Also, because I struggled with one of the characters until near the end. This is a definite recommendation though for me because if you like a good mystery thriller then this is a book that will keep you guessing and going "what?!" until the very end.

Thank you #NetGalley and Minotaur Books for this this arc of #WhatHaveWeDone in exchange for an honest review.

Thoughts:
I recently read The Night Shift by this author and really enjoyed it. I couldn’t wait to get my hands on his latest and greatest. Ended up feeling disappointed with not loving it.

Overall, it was well organized. I guessed who to expect to be the “bad” person in the book. That said, I didn’t really care about what was to happen. It was more exciting to have finished the book, yay - something to check off the list, then to have eagerly turned the pages to see what happens.

This suspenseful novel by Alex Finlay is a captivating tale about three adults and their experiences growing up in a foster home. Told from the alternating perspectives of the three main characters, this book instantly draws you in with its engaging narrative. Both easy to read and fast-paced, it's a page-turner that will keep you hooked from cover to cover. The characters are well-developed, and the plot is filled with action and intrigue, leaving no room for boredom. If you're looking for a thrilling read with unforgettable characters and a gripping plot, this book is a must-read. Trust me, you won't regret it!

This was my third Alex Finlay. And one of my favorites. This took a twist I wasn't expecting but I enjoyed it! Especially those evil twins. Loved that.

This one started off really strong for me but unfortunately fell flat for the rest of my read. This mysterious thriller is multiple POV that are all pretty gripping from the start! I was totally intrigued with the story after being introduced to Jenna, Nico, and Donnie. As gripping as they all were, they started to drag on for me and I was wanting more and more during most parts of the book. I enjoyed the ending and how everything ended up coming together but wasn’t a fan of the SLOW burn from this one. This was my first Alex Finlay read and I’ve heard amazing things about The Night Shift, which is on my shelf at home to read, so I’m excited to try that one out!

I’m just gonna say this tho some may take it the wrong way- I feel like this was a dudes book. Like for a man who likes action packed thriller movies from the 90’s. Not for me. Thanks to the publisher and netgalley for this copy for review