Read and reviewed in exchange for a free copy from NetGalley. This book was gripping from the off. It was well-paced and I was invested in the storyline and it kept me guessing throughout, although certain elements were predictable. I would like to read more by this author.

I was so excited to jump into this after reading the premise of the book, and it did not let me down. There were so many twists and turns and I couldn’t put it down. The ending was so unexpected but was so satisfying. The characters felt so real and I grew to care for them so much and just wanted everything to work out for the best. Overall, an incredible read.

A class go out on a day trip from school. And don’t turn back up. I mean come on! This in itself was enough to grab my attention!
It’s a rollercoaster of a ride and I can’t wait to read the next book as this left me wanting more!

Well this one hurt my heart at times as a parent! Imagining the pain of the parents whose children have gone missing without a trace was horrible, but I think helped to add to the suspense of the book. It gained an extra star from me because some of the twists surprised me which I always enjoy.

Some of the secrets from the parents felt a little generic and boring. I liked the fast paced chapters and differing points of view. Some of the choices by the police were questionable at best.

I read the book fairly quickly which always tells me I enjoyed a book, all in all I would recommend it as a decent mystery thriller with a few twists and turns along the way.

I was fortunate to receive a space on the blog tour from Boldwood Books for this book. I remember the author for her days on GMTV so was very keen to read a book by her as now an author!

This was a really interesting concept, how can a coach load of children just disappear, with their teachers? The cast of parents were pretty unlikeable and I enjoyed how it all unravelled. I'll be checking out the author's previous books now.

OMW. I tried so hard to get into this book but found it very difficult to do. I didn't enjoy the way it was written and a bit too much description for me. Sorry, sounded and looked as though this would be good. Personally was disappointed.
Many thanx to NetGalley, the author and publisher for allowing me to read and review this book

The class of 3b vanish on a day trip. This certainly aroused my curiosity. Delving into the lives of the parents of the children and what they were going through added to the story. So many secrets , but did they have anything yo do with the disappearance. . As the plot unfurled shocking revelations came to light.

The kids head off excited on their school trip. But their bus never returns home and the anxious parents await instructions from the kidnappers...
The Vanishing of Class 3B is a psychological thriller that plays to every parent's worst fears.
As both a parent and a teaching assistant, I was instantly drawn into the plot. 10 children and 4 school staff go missing on the way home from a school trip. Their families nervously wait for more information but is is clear that almost all of them are hiding secrets. The kidnappers finally make contact and demand that one person pays for their secret, but who...?
The book is written from various thrid person viewpoints, including the parents, police and later the missing children and staff. This allows us to see the fear and pressure that various characters are experiencing. Several of the parents have secrets but who is the kidnapper referring to? I found it a little confusing as there were different secrets hinted at and it was tricky to track which ones were acting suspiciously.
The plot doesn't move too quickly, indeed it is days before the kidnappers make contact. This stretched my credulity a little. There are elements of police procedure as we see the investigation unfold. But it is the emotional connection to the parent characters that maintained my interest in the plot developments.
The Vanishing of Class 3B had a gripping premise.

this was majorly addictive, and super easy to read in one sitting if you’re up for it! i was so caught up in the whirlwind that was this book, like how on earth could an entire class of children vanish??? i feel like it took a fear from deep inside me and brought it into reality and for my own peace of mind i had to see it through to the end. i was well proud of myself for guessing the twist to this - but oddly, it didn’t make it less enjoyable witnessing it play out, whereas usually i get annoyed when i figure out the plot! i’d recommend this as a short and fast paced thriller, it would be great if you’re in a reading slump!

Found the story a bit predictable. Although the concept intrigued me and I enjoyed the first part of the story felt the second could have held abit more mystery

Well written with a compelling story line and well developed characters. The book had me gripped right from the start and kept me hooked all the way through. There was a good amount of twists and turns and it kept me guessing all the way through

A great read
This author doesn’t disappoint
A real page turner
Plenty of twists and turns
Thanks NetGalley

This was a good read, with plenty of twists and turns. I found it a little confusing at first with some many names to keep track of, after that it was very enjoyable. The characters were great, the plot was exiting and the style of writing was perfect. I have read a few books by this author, I haven’t been disappointed with any of them.. looking forward to the next one out. I would recommend this to anyone who likes reading psychological thrillers.
Thank you netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for a honest review.

Book Review: The Vanishing of Class 3B by Jackie Kabler

Rating: ⭐⭐ out of 5 stars

The Vanishing of Class 3B by Jackie Kabler takes readers on a thrilling journey into the mysterious disappearance of an entire class of children and their teachers. Set in the picturesque Cotswolds, the story begins innocently enough with a day trip for the students and teachers from a local primary school. However, as nightfall descends and the parents anxiously await the return of their children, it becomes apparent that something unimaginable has occurred - the entire class has vanished without a trace.

The plot of The Vanishing of Class 3B is undeniably original and promises an intriguing mystery. Kabler expertly sets the scene, immersing readers in the idyllic surroundings of the Cotswolds, only to shatter this peaceful facade with the unexplained disappearance of the children. The concept alone is enough to capture one’s attention and generate curiosity.

However, despite its promising premise, The Vanishing of Class 3B falls short in its execution. For me, the book was an average read, failing to fully engage my attention throughout. The story often dragged in certain places, making it difficult to maintain interest. Additionally, I found the narrative to be repetitive which further hindered my enjoyment.

One aspect that compounded my struggle to stay engaged was the abundance of characters introduced in the story. With so many individuals to keep track of, it became convoluted and challenging to connect with any one character on a deeper level.

Despite these shortcomings, The Vanishing of Class 3B must be commended for its originality. The idea of an entire class mysteriously disappearing is a captivating concept that peaks curiosity and leaves readers eager to uncover the truth behind this extraordinary event.

In my opinion, The Vanishing of Class 3B by Jackie Kabler deserves a two-star rating. While the plot is undeniably original and intriguing, the book falls short in its execution. The pacing is often slow, the narrative repetitive, and the abundance of characters becomes overwhelming. However, the unique concept behind the story still makes it worth considering for readers seeking an unconventional mystery.

**ARC Via NetGalley**

Thank you to NetGalley and publishers for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest and fair review.

I really enjoyed this book - the blurb sold it to me in seconds! The constant drama and suspicion of all the characters made me want to keep reading as I was constantly trying to figure out who was involved and which secret could be at risk of getting out. I liked how the chapters were from different characters which gave a variety of perspectives as to the unraveling of events, which allowed a greater understanding of each character. There are definitely some shockers as you get further into the book, several of which I didn’t see coming!

Overall this book is captivating with multiple twists and turns, you are left guessing and trying to foresee who was involved. Everyone has their own secret but which one links to the vanishing of class 3B. I’ve not read any of Jackie Kabler’s previous work but will definitely be looking to read more. 5/5 stars

Multi-perspective mystery with a twisty plot line! This is a fun read, likely of interest to YA and mystery fans. The book tells a tale of missing students and keeps you on your toes!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
I really enjoyed this book. There were a lot of different points of view but they all fell in like together and kept the same timeline so it didn’t get confusing.
Throughout the book I was continually guessing who had the secret and who was holding the kids and teachers hostage.
I liked that there was even some chapters from the POV of the children and teachers as well. You got a little bit of everything.
Kept me interested and wondering throughout.
Definitely recommend.

A whirlwind of danger and deception awaits in this spellbinding thriller, making it impossible to stop reading until you've unraveled it all.

I really enjoyed this one. I tend to gravitate towards missing people and I dont know why. Told by multiple points of view , and unpredictable which is a winner in my eyes.

As much as I usually love this authors work, unfortunately this one did not work for me
I was heavily invested at the start when the coach went missing and was really engrossed in the tension
However as the book progressed, I found myself losing my attention with this book and was in no rush to pick it up and find out what had happened to the class
I am however, in the minority for feeling this way
This has not put me off reading anything else by the author