On the coast of Oregon, a woman dies in a rehab center for celebrities. Haley was a famous actress needing rehabilitation for her addiction. There is talk of suicide, but her sister Meg knows better. She is also addicted to pain killers and alcohol after a shoulder injury. She works in a casino in L.A. and decides to investigate her sister's death. She enters the rehabilitation center for her addiction so she can find out what happened. Meg tells it from her POV and quite the unreliable narrator. No one can help her once she enters the facility.

It has a creepy premise. The cover says a lot about its eeriness. This has an unimaginable twist and several POVs that add to the suspense. I love a book that plays the reader into thinking one thing is happening and bounces around. The psychologist in the clinic, Max, appears to really care for his patients, but the Dr Lutz is an evil sort which goes along with the premise. Then the clinic manager, Cara, tells it from her POV also. The setting is as much of character than any human, which makes the suspense even more.
I enjoyed it and have looked forward to reading it. I was not disappointed and loved a good mystery.
Thank you NetGalley and Sourcebooks Landmark for this ARC in exchange for my honest review. My only fault with the book was taking too long to get me there, but once I was in I was vested to finish.

Fairly predictable mystery, but it was still a good read that I enjoyed. I only thought it was predictable because I solved the mystery before the characters did.

The premise of this book promised the reader a thriller that would keep the pages turning to find out what really happened to Meg's sister Haley in the rehab clinic. That definitely happened as the twists kept everyone guessing right up to the very end. Since all patients were fighting an addiction - who would or could you believe as you try to learn the truth? Meg is a professional poker player, so she felt that would help her figure people out - but her own addiction and treatments send her spiraling into an abyss where she doesn't know what is real and what is not. The characters in the storyline, and there were many, were difficult to like or feel compassionate towards. Even Meg, although her troubled past gives her character a little more depth, is far from the most likeable person. An entertaining thriller this book certainly is, and I would recommend it to others who like this genre. Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks, Landmark for the opportunity to read and review this advance reader copy. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. #NetGalley #TheClinic

"Every part of my body turns to ice. Haley’s handwriting. Or a good imitation of it. I read, the letters swimming. “Leave now, Meggy. Before it’s too late. Love Haley.”"

Meg and Haley are sisters with a complicated relationship. Haley is a famous actress and Meg is addicted to drugs and works at a casino. Haley dies mysteriously at a rehab facility in the Pacific Northwest, promoting Meg to check herself in as a patient to find out what happened.

This is really well plotted and the short chapters helped make it feel really fast paced. At the part of this story is the complicated and strained relationship between the two sisters. This is a great psychological thriller.

Thank you Sourcebooks Landmark for giving me an advanced review copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Loved this book. Slow start for me - took a bit to get into - but I ended up finding this title captivating and unlike many other thrillers I've read before.

3.5 Stars

I was intrigued by this book because of the synopsis, I liked that a girl was a rehab and died and her sister is going to solve her murder. This read was a bit slower than I thought it was going to be and it had a lot of characters to keep track of. I did enjoy it but the ending was a bit strange. I didn’t guess it but it didn’t seem mind blowing either.
I think I would recommend this book.

Thank you to Netgalley for sending my an ARC copy to review.

“The Clinic” has all the makings of a great and exciting novel, but fell short of my expectations. I enjoyed the dual POV narration, but with very little interaction between the two characters it often felt like two separate stories that just happened to take place in the same setting. The exploration of grief, repressed memories, and mental health was good, but didn’t quite go deep enough for me. Some of the plot points and “twists” felt predictable, though there was at least one surprise (even if it felt a little silly). The story felt long overall, but the short chapters kept the pace moving. All in all, there’s something there and it’s enjoyable enough, I just wanted more than I got.

I had such a hard time putting this one down! Once I started reading, I couldn't stop. I loved the viewpoints between Meg and Cara. With Meg's viewpoint it was centered more towards the patient side of things with figuring out who murdered her sister, and with Cara it was the behind the scenes viewpoint with doctors and digging into Dr. Lutz's past. There were so many twists I did not see coming, and gave such a great insight on those struggling with addiction and the causes behind it, all while spinning a gripping thriller!
Definitely recommend this one!

This book grabbed my attention in the beginning and then turned into a slow burn for me. At times, I was confused with where the book was going and not in the way of twists changing my opinion but more like the author wasn’t sure about where she was going. The concept seemed original but it just took a while to get there. Overall, i thought it was a decent read.

The Clinic" by Cate Quinn is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into the complexities of addiction, trauma, and mystery. The story revolves around Meg, a woman working for a casino in Los Angeles, whose life is marred by her struggles with painkiller addiction and alcohol abuse. This addiction stems from a traumatic event that injured her shoulder, leading her into a downward spiral.

The plot thickens when Meg's sister, Haley, a troubled country singer grappling with her own demons, is reported dead in a remote rehab clinic on the Oregon coast. Refusing to believe the reports of Haley's death as a mere incident, Meg takes a bold step. She decides to go undercover, checking herself into the clinic under an alias to unearth the truth behind her sister's death. This decision plunges her into a world far more complex and dangerous than she anticipated.

Meg's journey is not just about uncovering the mystery of Haley's death but also about confronting her own inner demons. The clinic itself emerges as a character in the story, a world of luxury and therapy that caters to the rich and famous, offering a stark contrast to the dark undercurrents running beneath its surface. As Meg delves deeper, she encounters a range of characters, each with their own secrets and agendas, including Cara, the clinic's administrative manager, and Max, the psychologist committed to his patients.

The narrative is marked by its switch between the perspectives of Meg and Cara, providing a comprehensive view of the unfolding events. Themes like childhood trauma, betrayal, mental health, and manipulation are skillfully woven into the story, adding layers of depth and complexity. The clinic, with its secluded and luxurious setting, becomes a pivotal backdrop against which the drama of addiction, paranoia, and the quest for truth plays out.

Overall, "The Clinic" is a suspenseful and emotionally charged novel that skillfully intertwines a tale of personal struggle with a compelling mystery. It's a story that keeps the reader engaged from start to finish, with its rich characterizations, vivid world-building, and a plot filled with twists and turns that lead to a startling revelation​​​​.

If you like complex stories, this is for you.

I really wanted to like this novel and did at the beginning but didn't by the end. So I had a hard time rating it. The writing is good but the overall story has so many complicated twists and turns that I lost interest. I give it a 4 for writing and a 3 for storyline. 3.5 overall.

Only for the author: 22% - what it was that ...should be What was it
35% - patients are at already work...should be patients are at work already
37% - have you little hissy fit...should be have your...
58% - think want we're doing...think what we're doing
71% - I move into to the...I move into the
76% - I thought could...I thought I could
78% - go to the spa to something...go to the spa ???
93% - cables. like...cables, like or cables. Like

This book was just okay for me. Maybe I read it at a bad time in my life or I just wasn't in the right headspace. I enjoyed the story itself. The plot was very intriguing and the short chapters made it for a fast read. The twisted clinic was the perfect atmosphere for this book. I absolutely love the cover!

I think this is more of 'it's not the book, it's me.' read for me. I may pick this book up again at a later date and see how I feel about it then. I definitely appreciated the fact that Cate Quinn took her own experience in rehab and turned it into a dark and twisted story about addiction, mental health and phycological issues. I highly recommend checking trigger warnings before picking this one up though.

Thank you so much to Sourcebooks Landmark and Netgalley for the e-arc!

Thanks to NetGalley, Sourcebooks and Author Cate Quinn for advanced copy for honest review.

Sisters Meg and Haley were going through a rough patch in life. Haley, who is famous, enters a rehab facility in Oregon. She has died while in the facility's care. But how? This can't be true. Meg, who has been injured on the job is now addicted to painkillers and drinking, decides to enter the rehab facility to get help for herself. While on 'the inside' now, Meg will try uncover the truth of what happened to her sister. because the rumors of suicide could not be possible. Then Meg questions her choice, will the same happen to her?
4 Stars, recommend!

The first thing that immediately drew me to this book was the amazing cover, creepy victorian mansion set on a cliffside, yes please! Then I read the synopsis and was even more intrigued.

While it did have some good twists and turns I did find a lot of the story lacking for me. I'm always for an unreliable main character, they're my favorite kinds and Meg is the one that really saved the story for me. I questioned myself so many times while reading this whether she was crazy and hallucinating everything or if it all was actually happening. I loved the short chapters (as I always appreciate, especially in a thriller) and I also think that helped me find more to enjoy in this book.

The ending is what really got me though holy cow. It had plenty of twists and turns throughout but man that ending really blew me away with how crazy it was. This is one thriller that I can definitively say I did not see the ending coming. The only reason my rating is a high 3 is only because of the slow parts that dragged a little for me and took me out the story. Overall though this was a pretty solid thriller especially a rehab thriller which I don't believe I've ever read before.

Meg works undercover at a casino, busting loan sharks and never folding. Her sister Haley, a famous actress, finds herself on a different path leading her to a fancy rehab clinic. When Meg hears her sister has died by suicide within the clinic’s walls, she doesn’t believe it, so she goes undercover as a patient to get some answers.

THE CLINIC by Cate Quinn is a quick-paced, atmospheric, experimental thriller.

This is my first read by Quinn and I had such a fun time with it! The short chapters and alternating POVs had me cruising through and the frequent cliffhangers made it hard to put down.

I loved getting to know the characters and the setting of a fancy, exclusive, remote rehab facility was fun as well!

Definitely one I’d recommend and might have me dabbling in some of Quinn’s backlist 👀

Thanks to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Landmark for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Publication Date: January 23

This was a unique thriller that kept me guessing and surprised me with the ending.

Plot -
Meg quasi-undercover checks herself into a luxury rehab facility to investigate the death of her sister. The clinic says it was an overdose, but Meg doesn't buy it. While there, someone is messing with her, and leaving her notes purporting to be from her sister. The tension ramps up as Meg gets closer to the truth.

Thoughts -
First off, the book is a little longer than it needs to be and starts off a bit slow. However, once it got going, I found myself really enjoying the ride. Despite checking herself in under false pretenses, Meg actually was suffering from addiction issues, and we were left to watch her learn that she needed to help herself before she could help anyone else. Personally, I enjoyed the backstory on what black market science the clinic was working on behind the scenes. It really amped up the creepy factor.
The ending was a surprise to me, and I won't say more about it due to spoilers, but it wasn't where I expected the book to be going, despite the fact that in hindsight, there were obvious signs.

I would recommend this to anyone who likes a good, tense thriller.

First of all, love the cover. It’s intriguing and mysterious and made me excited to find out what the story would be about. Meg works for a casino, battling addictions of her own when her sister, famous singer Haley, dies inside a remote luxury rehab center. This prompts Meg to enter the clinic as a patient to find out the truth about her sister’s death.

I enjoyed this whodunit thriller! I love a flawed main character, and though Meg was exasparating at times, I also rooted for her to get her act together so she can solve the case. The author is really skilled in making you guess who the killer is. I kept changing my guesses per chapter who the villain is. And though I question the motivations of the killer in the end, what I liked about this book is the insider’s view of how luxury rehab centers work, and how crippling addiction is.

Thanks to NetGalley, the author and the publisher for my ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I'm giving this book a 2 ⭐ & tbh I feel that's stretching it. This book has soooo much too it but everything just comes together as a big unbelievable mess .
The setting seemed peaceful & maybe could have been used more in the books like in therapy ? Something to take away from the ridiculousness .

Usually I would have enjoyed a book like this but unfortunately the whole book just never came together for me.

#Arc #honestreview #TheClinic 🥶

To be honest, the cover is what drew me to this book. That building, wow. Suffice to say, the setting was the strongest part of the story for me. I think the environment could have been used a bit more on the externals of the facility but that's just me. The two main characters were strong in conviction but I found one of them to be weak to the point of boredom. I loved the twists and turns around all the creepy corners. The story could have been shorter and I think all that was in there, didn't need to be.

I'd recommend this book to anyone who likes a creepy setting and one strong female lead. The twists are well thought out too.

The Clinic by Cate Quinn was a mediocre read for me. Meg is a casino worker whose famous sister has supposedly died by suicide in rehab. Meg doesn’t believe her sister would have committed suicide so she gets herself admitted into the same rehab facility to investigate on her own. Things inside the facility are complicated, with questionable treatment methods, nurses with criminal backgrounds, and other celebrities who are entirely unlikeable. The crazy amount of plot holes is impossible to overlook in this book. I couldn’t set aside reality enough to find entertainment in this story. The single character that I actually thought was decent had a personality switch in the end and I couldn’t even like them. Personally, I don’t understand why other people have rated this highly. I think this is pushing it to be given 2/5 stars. Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Landmark for allowing me access to an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Publication date January 23rd, 2024. This review will be found on Instagram and Goodreads indefinitely.
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