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This is exactly the kind of twisty, moody thriller I love. Megan Miranda is so good at writing stories that feel like secrets, and The Only Survivors might be one of my favorites of hers yet. It’s layered, tense, and constantly making you question what’s being said—and what’s deliberately being left out.

The setup is fantastic: a group of former classmates bound together by a shared trauma reunite every year at a remote house… until things start to unravel. The stormy setting, the shifting dynamics, the feeling that no one is telling the full truth—it’s all so tightly drawn and atmospheric. I absolutely flew through it.

What I really appreciated was how the story slowly peeled back each layer of the past while the tension in the present kept rising. I didn’t see the full picture until it was right in front of me—and when it hit, it hit hard. Emotional, suspenseful, and perfectly paced.

Thank you to NetGalley, Scribner, and Megan Miranda for the advance copy in exchange for my honest review.

The Only Survivors is available now.

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Megan Miranda’s The Only Survivors is a haunting, tightly woven thriller about trauma, memory, and the secrets that bind—or break—us. With her signature atmospheric style, Miranda draws readers into a secluded setting where past horrors resurface and paranoia simmers. The narrative structure, shifting between past and present, builds an unrelenting sense of suspense. Miranda’s character-driven storytelling delivers emotional depth along with the mystery, making the final reveal all the more impactful. Perfect for fans of The Last Time I Lied, this novel is a dark, gripping page-turner you’ll want to discuss the moment you finish.

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This was a great suspenseful read. The mystery of what happened that tragic night years ago played well against the dynamics of those who had survived everything and were now left with each other and was really interesting to read. And then of course the present day mystery that starts unfolding. A very interesting thriller with a solid final twist at the end.

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Megan Miranda is an always-reliable suspense author whose books I snap up without even reading the synopsis. And she delivers again with this effort, a locked-room mystery somewhat reminiscent of those great books we read when we were kids like I Know What You Did Last Summer. The suspense kicks in from the first chapter and doesn't let up, as the twists, turns, and misdirections make for an entertaining whodunit. A wild ride!

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The tension builds steadily, leading to a satisfying and well-earned ending. It’s a haunting, thoughtful story about memory, survival, and the ties that bind us—even in silence.

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Megan Miranda never disappoints. I love her thrillers. All the twists and thrills are here! Highly recommend.

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A classic good suspense novel! Definitely kept me turning the pages and wanting to know what was really going on.

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The Only Survivors by Megan Miranda is a chilling, slow-burn thriller that explores survivor’s guilt, buried secrets, and the haunting ties that bind a group together. When former classmates reunite at a secluded beach house years after a tragic accident, it’s clear that not everyone is telling the whole truth—and someone is determined to make sure the past doesn’t stay buried.

Miranda excels at building a tense, claustrophobic atmosphere, layering the mystery with shifting dynamics and simmering paranoia. The dual timelines slowly unravel the past and present, keeping readers guessing until the final twist. While the pacing is deliberate, the payoff is worth it.

4 stars — an atmospheric, twisty thriller that keeps you hooked with its moody setting and secrets. Perfect for fans of slow-burn suspense and character-driven mysteries.

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The Only Survivors by Megan Miranda is a tense, atmospheric thriller that keeps you on edge from start to finish. The story centers on a group of people who survived a tragic accident years ago, but the past continues to haunt them as secrets unravel and danger looms. Miranda expertly builds suspense, combining psychological tension with a deep exploration of trauma and guilt. With unexpected twists and a chilling atmosphere, this book is a gripping read that will leave you questioning what you thought you knew about survival and trust.

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One of her best reads yet. She keeps you guessing till the end d. Keep them coming. This book is 5 stars for me. I’ve read all her books as she is my of my fave and I recommend her to everyone. Excellent!

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Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the review copy.

I have read a few of Megan Miranda’s books and have really like them. I still liked her writing style but was not as drawn into this story as previous ones I have read.

Rating: 3/5

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When you open this one, here’s what you’re in store for:

➖suspenseful thriller
➖character-driven fiction
➖survivor guilt
➖unbreakable bonds of friendship
➖small town gossip
➖unreliable characters

“The Only Survivors” wasn’t my favorite Miranda book but I will say I was hooked, finishing it in less than 24 hours.

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The Only Survivors gathers the survivors of a deadly accident ten years later. The story unfolds in present day while alternating chapters reveal what happened at the accident. Stakes seem pretty low, some actions don't have clear motivations, and the story moves slowly.

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As a fan of Megan Miranda and the Outer Banks I was excited to read this offering from Miranda. The premise of this novel is that survivors of a bus crash in high school gather annually in the Outer Banks after tragedy strikes the group a year after their survival. The group pledges to ensure the survival of the remainder of the group. However, this year as a storm hits North Carolina and roads are washed out it feels a little too similar to what the group has endured and things just feel a little off. The book follows the group for one week in the Outer Banks while also flashing back to the original accident. Secrets come to life and questions of who to trust are revealed. Though I enjoyed the setting, it was not my favorite of Miranda's books. It held my interest, but I found myself drifting at times.

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While it starts slow this becomes quite the page turner. You will be invested in trying to figure out what happened that fateful night when 12 died and a few survived on a class bus trip. Each survivor’s memory is presented in their own chapter. Just when you think you know what happened a twist occurs.

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This twisty thriller keeps you on the edge of your seat until the end.
Survivors of a bus crash stick together until they start dying one by one.
There are only 7 left and one tries to escape. - secrets abound and everyone must keep them at all costs.

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3 stars. This book follows the survivors of a tragic accident that happened on a school trip ten years ago. The beginning was slow for me although it did pick up in the middle. I didn’t keep reading because I particularly cared about the characters or their stories, I wanted to know about the crash at the end.

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Compelling mystery with a twist I didn't see coming. Excellent storytelling and great use of shifting POV.

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I loved the structure of this, the way the plot unfolded and the interspersing of the night of the crash. The variety of characters was really refreshing; there’s one character everyone will relate to. There are lots of believable red herrings and this one definitely has a bittersweet ending. It also explores the question of “do we ever grow out of who we are as teenagers?” Highly recommend this mystery.

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This was quite the mysterious thriller! Intriguing, engaging and utterly fascinating. I enjoyed it very much!

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