As a fan of suspenseful thrillers, I found myself drawn to Allison Brennan's latest book. The fast-paced narrative and thrilling chase sequences kept me eagerly turning the pages. However, I couldn't help but feel a twinge of skepticism at the seemingly endless reign of the crime family depicted in the story. While I'm usually willing to suspend disbelief for the sake of a good read, the sheer magnitude of their criminal activities spanning decades felt slightly unrealistic to me.Nevertheless, I found myself engrossed in the story, eagerly awaiting the downfall of the nefarious characters. There's something satisfying about seeing justice served, no matter the form it takes. I eagerly anticipate Allison Brennan's next gripping tale, ready to dive into another adrenaline-fueled adventure.

I have enjoyed Allison Brennan's books in the past, but this one just didn't connect for me. I tried to pick it back up a few times after starting, and each time I felt so disconnected from the characters and plot. Just wasn't for me. I think some people will like this one.

I truly read this book at the PERFECT time. I read this at the beginning of winter. (If these reviews are dated, YES I am behind on my reviews, haha) Okay so this takes place in winter and it had me from beginning to end. I FLEW through it. Truly a page turner. This one got 4 stars from me.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advance copy of North of Nowhere by Allison Brennan in exchange for my honest review and opinions. This is one of those books that the minute you start reading you KNOW you will not be putting it down anytime soon. This has SO much action and keeps you turning the pages as fast as you possibly can. Such a great book!

Who likes novels featuring morally gray members of prominent crime families? North of Nowhere is set during a blizzard in Montana. This one reminded me a lot of a trusty Nora Roberts novel. It was action packed but too cheesy. Three stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Thank you to @netgalley for an ARC.

Full of action, NORTH OF NOWHERE by Allison Brennan grabbed me from the very first page. The action starts at the beginning and stays steady throughout the novel, tossing in unexpected twists that surprised me and kept me on the edge of my seat until the very end. This was the first novel of Brennan’s I have read and I look forward to reading more.
Thank you to the publisher for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of the novel. All opinions are my own and freely given.

This thriller is a story of survival as well as a well-orchestrated game of cat and mouse. Children running from their crime boss father and a snowstorm are just part of this heart-pounding rollercoaster ride. This had me on the edge of my seat and gasping for air. To say this story is action-packed is an understatement. Entertaining, suspenseful, and intense describe this family-oriented thriller.

Tony left 5 years ago with 2 kids who are now 10 and 16. He kidnapped them from a family and grandmother who was very controlling. Their money came from illegal activities. The family finds Tony and the kids, and they are officially on the run.

This thriller wasn't the typical thriller I’d pick up. It was more of a mob or survivalist thriller if that was even a thing? Maybe it's just called an action thriller? Who knows… 🤷🏻‍♀️I read the book, and I listened to it. I don't really have a preference for the format. Unfortunately, this book wasn't for me. The pacing for the first half was good, but about halfway through, I was getting bored, wondering when they would get out of the wilderness.  Also, there were a lot of characters, but none of them seemed to be main characters or secondary characters. They all seemed to be in this weird in between.

I loved that it was sent in Montana and during a snowstorm. I love books set in snowstorms!

This book would be good if you like mafia romance but want to try a mafia/mob thriller or if you like action-packed thrillers. My husband was intrigued by this book and is listening to it now. I feel like this is a better fit for him than for me.

 I enjoyed her writing, so I'd definitely read her next book!

This was a book about survival, and finding out the truth. I was sucked in immediately to this story. THere were a lot of charachters but it was easy to follow. In the middle of the book there was a little lagging, not enough for me to lower my rating. I was intrigued with the story line and the twists and turns. If you are a suspense person this book is for you.

You'd never believe it until you got to the end, but NORTH OF NOWHERE takes place entirely in one day, sunup to sundown. There are many characters to keep track of but you always know who to root for. I loved Kristen's character, and at 16 years old I felt so bad for her and the things she went through. It's an incredibly tense ride, and I think the scariest character of all was the Montana weather. Taking place almost entirely in the wilderness, there was an eerie calm to the story. I thought it was very believable too, which just added to the eerieness.

I read somewhere that this is a mix of Yellowstone and Succession (can someone say, dysfunctional families??), so if you're a fan of either, you'll be a fan of this book. I'm super late to the party, but thank Minotaur Books for providing me with an ARC last year!

This was just okay for me. It started out action packed with a bang. Survival thriller meets family drama. I enjoyed it for a while but besides Kelly and Ryan I really had a difficult time caring about any of the other many characters. It became predictable and I lost interest along the way. I would read more from this author. I’m hoping this book just wasn’t for me personally and that others enjoy it more than I did.

This is a must-read book if you are looking for a book that will keep you up and wondering what in the world will happen next. This thriller will take you on an adventure and keep you wondering and hoping what will happen next. I am looking forward to reading more by this author.

Really well written story (thriller). Had drama, suspense, a great setting and a great mix of characters. Although at times I found myself trying to keep track of all the characters that appeared, I liked that each one contributed to the storyline and was a part of it in some way; as well as revealed/added more to the drama and suspense. Would definitely recommend.

Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin's Press, Minotaur Books for the arc.

Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for gifting me an advanced reader copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review and opinion.

Kristin and Ryan McIntyre are in a fight to stay alive. They are being hunted, and the man who cared for them as if they were his own, was killed when their plane is shot down. Their father, Boyd McIntyre, who is head of a Los Angeles crime family, wants his kids back, and won't hesitate to mow down anyone in his way. The children are now deep in the Montana Wilderness, and they are struggling to stay alive, all while fighting the elements and other dangers.

One of the people looking for them is their aunt Ruby, Body's sister. She wanted absolutely nothing at all to do with the crime element that her family was so she got out by joining the Army. When a phone call alerts her that her niece and nephew are in grave danger, she will go to the ends of the earth to find them and protect them.

Meanwhile, Boyd and a tracker he has hired want the children. As far as Boyd is concerned, his children will become part of the family business. Then there is the children's grandmother, who is very dangerous in her own right.

What a thrill ride when it came to listening to this book! I was completely drawn into the drama when it came to the children, especially as Ryan is deaf, but proved to be just as strong as his sister Kristin.

Danger in the form of being hunted. And danger from a brutal snowstorm that makes things equally dangerous for Ryan and Kristin. This is a true story of survival and kept my attention throughout.

Many thanks to Minotaur Books and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.

I have been provided with a review copy of North of Nowhere from NetGalley for an impartial review. Oh my gosh this story was just epic. I just couldn’t put this story down and I was just captivated by everything that was taking place. The author truly outdid herself with this story. This story just had my emotions all over the place and I am so sad to see this book end. I just can’t wait to see what’s next from this author.

This is a book that I would highly recommend reading as an audiobook. The storytelling in this way just made this so much more captivating. This was an intense one y'all. It's a wilderness/survival story (and I always love stuff that gives me those Hatchet-esque vibes) with a heaping helping of thriller-y intense stuff. This was quite the pageturner (ear-turner? I'm not sure what the audio version is?) as I wasn't sure who could be trusted, who was aligned, and just what was going to happen as people (and the weather) brought quite the intensity. Thanks to NetGalley for the look at this August 2023 release.

A thrilling, fast paced no nonsense novel set in Montana, the main characters were well rounded and mostly likeable. The setting was such a key to this novel. Another gripping and compelling story from beginning to end by Allison Brennan!

Kristin and Ryan are siblings on the run from their father, a crime boss. They escape him just in time by getting on a plane flown by someone they trust. The plane goes down and they’re stuck in the Montana wilderness during a snowy winter. There’s bad weather, people chasing them, and the siblings are just trying to survive. Who will catch them first - their murderous father or the people trying to help them?

This was a well done thriller that started fast, stalled a bit in the middle, and got amped back up by the end. I loved the premise and the snowy wilderness. Kristin and Ryan were developed characters and I was rooting for them the whole time.

Thanks to NetGalley, St. Martin’s Press and Minotaur Books for this eARC. North of Nowhere is out now.

Thank you St. Martin's Press/Minotaur Books, and Netgalley for the gifted copy in exchange for a review :)

This is the first thriller I have read in a while, and it didn't disappoint! I was hooked from the beginning, with the dangerous setting and the well drawn out characters keeping me intrigued. I couldn't read it fast enough!

I loved the multiple points of view! They were well done, and timed just when you wanted to know what was happening next with each character. I felt pulled into the crazy adventure right alongside everyone, and couldn't help but cheer the characters on.

This was the first book by this author for me, but I will definitely be looking for more when I am in the mood for a thriller/mystery!