This is a amazing twisty read kept me guessing until the end I just couldn't put it down it kept me up way past my bed time

This book had me on the edge of my seat the whole time. Once I started reading I couldn't put it down it was so good!

Brilliantly executed thriller. I couldn't tear myself away from this book! The suspense kept me on the edge of my seat until the very end

A family were torn apart fourteen years ago when four year old Abigail disappeared from the beach. Michael and Sarah, her parents, were convinced that she had been abducted but Sarah still blames herself for taking her eyes off Abigail for a few seconds. Michael has never given up the search for her, even hiring private investigators, but Sarah has tried to live a normal life for the sake of their two other children. Their son Daniel was six years old at the time and so still remembers Abigail but Rebecca has no recollection as she was only a baby at the time. One day, out of the blue, a seventeen year old girl walks into a police station and claims that she is Abigail. Her story seems substantiated as she knows things that only the family would know. When she returns to the family home she is, of course, welcomed with open arms but straight away Sarah is convinced that the girl isn’t Abigail. The family want to believe that she is so Sarah plays along with it but decides to investigate the girl herself. The story is told from Sarah and Abigail’s points of view and tells how Abigail went missing and how she finds herself back home. This was one of those books that are totally addictive and I could not put it down. A very gripping and entertaining read.
Thanks to Netgalley and Bookouture for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book.

Loved the story, the writing was really good also. The story was a little slow, but i still really enjoyed the journey.

Secrets and lies course through this novel, it’s a roller coaster of a read that I loved from the first page. Clever and twisted!

I sadly did not get a chance to finish this book so I'm giving it 5 stars as it's not fair to penalize the author!

4.5 stars This was one gripping read! A slow burn thriller that packed a whole lot of punch at the end! I was pleasantly surprised by the numerous unexpected reveals.

When a young girl shows up at the police station one day, claiming to be Abigail Wick, the girl who was abducted 14 years ago as a toddler, the Wick family can’t believe it. They didn’t think they would ever see Abi again. Their lives were shattered the day she disappeared. However, Sarah doesn’t believe this girl is her Abi. How can she be? After all of this time? Despite Michael, her husband, Daniel and Rebecca, her two other children, convinced that this is their Abi, Sarah is scared and suspicious.

The build-up of whether or not Abigail has really returned was phenomenal. The story is told through the alternating perspectives of Sarah and Abi. As the plot develops and the tension builds, the reader is showered with several jaw-dropping twists and turns.

Thank you to @Bookouture and @Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Wow, am speechless, apart from the fact that I do want to say that Lauren North writes some of the most addictive, unpredictable, amazing psychological thrillers that I have ever read.

I am astounded by this, I had many many theories that I was totally convinced were right as I was reading, and thus was blown away by the actual reveals as I was totally wrong. But it did make sense, the breadcrumbers were there in hindsight, I just didn't contemplate the real conclusion being remotely a feasible option.

With the story told mainly from Sarah and Abi's points of views, with both of them for different reasons being convinced of the same thing, it is hard to know just want to trust, why, and also to work out just what the lies being cover up actually will be.

I was totally hooked from the first few pages, and was drawn in more and more to the extent I gave myself an extended lunch break in order to read about the last 40% in one sitting, as I didn't want to be torn away and needed to know how it would finish.

Utterly fabulous, another total triumph, and if you are a parent it may lead you to think how you would react in certain circumstances throughout the book.

Thank you to Bookouture and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.

I dont want to say too much as I want everyone to enjoy this book as much as I did. The way this author writes, just makes me want to read more and more of her books.

This was my sixth Lauren North book and I’ve been fairly consistent in my reviews of them with five ou5 of five being my usual score. I thought this one was going to be another maximum score but unfortunately I was a little disappointed in the ending. Just a little too far fetched although I have to own up to staying up,late in the night to finish it so I guess it can’t have been that disappointing really.
I’m sure it will be a huge success bevause if there’s one thing you can always say about this author it’s that she is original.

This was such a fantastic read , didn’t want to leave it down, so well written and such an intriguing psychological thriller I wanted to get to the end which kept you guessing right to the end . The story unfolded leaving you shocked and wanting more at the end of each chapter with brilliant characters and a great story line. Would really highly recommend this book as a must read .

Wow. What a twist of a story. This book goes deep into what families are capable of doing to each other, and the lasting ramifications of those decisions. How one bad decision sets a course of the lives to follow.

Thank you to Net Galley and the publisher for allowing me to read this ARC.

What would you do if your child disappeared? What about if someone showed up years later claiming to be her? That, and overall family dynamics are explored in She Says She’s My Daughter, a new psych thriller by Lauren North.
The author had me going for most of the book. A lot of the story is from Sarah’s point of view, as she is the one most impacted by the loss of her child and the alleged return. Therefore, a lot of what we see is from her point of view.
There are interspersed chapters from Abi’s point of view. Some are set in the past (“Then”) and some are in the present situation. They are all convincing, leaving the reader wondering about the truth of the whole matter.
There is also a mystery person who Abi is afraid of, who we learn has set everything in motion. But he is a shadowy figure – there are several characters who could be responsible.
The plot is evenly paced. I would warn readers to pay attention to the time stamps at the beginning of each chapter. They aren’t entirely vital to understanding the story, but if you have them in your head, you’ll understand the urgency of some of the events and how things occur as they do.
I know that sounds convoluted, but it’s the best I can do without giving anything away.
I did not see the twists and reveals coming. I did guess one of them, but I think that’s because I was in tune with Sarah and understood her perspective. However, the rest were a surprise. The author did a great job with red herrings and other false clues.
I really enjoyed She Says She’s My Daughter. The end was breathtaking. I will certainly be looking for the next psych thriller from Laura North.

This was a quick and interesting read. I was hooked throughout, I needed to know what was going on not only in the past but in the present as well

I loved this book! The author’s style of writing really appealed to me and made me want to keep on reading. Was Abi Michael and Sarahs’ daughter or wasn’t she? I just couldn’t make up my mind and I was swaying towards yes she was then no she wasn’t! This was an excellent gripping story about a lost missing daughter and the effect it had had on the family. The ending was so good with a twist that I never saw coming.

"She Says She's My Daughter" by Lauren North is a riveting psychological thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. With its gripping plot and well-drawn characters, this novel is a must-read for fans of the genre.

The story begins with a gut-wrenching premise: a family holiday that ended in tragedy when their young daughter, Abigail, was abducted from a beach. The pain and grief experienced by the family are palpable, and it's clear that the incident has left lasting scars on their lives. When a seventeen-year-old girl claiming to be Abigail reappears, the family is thrust into a whirlwind of emotions, hope, and uncertainty.

Lauren North masterfully builds the tension and suspense, making it difficult for readers to put the book down. The doubt and unease surrounding the identity of the girl claiming to be Abigail create an atmosphere of constant suspicion and intrigue. As the story unfolds, the holes in the girl's story become apparent, adding layers of complexity to the narrative.

The characters in the novel are well-developed and relatable, especially the mother, whose guilt and longing are palpable. The author delves into the intricacies of family dynamics and the impact of trauma, making the story emotionally resonant.

One of the standout aspects of this book is the unexpected twists and turns. Just when readers think they have the answers, the narrative takes a sharp turn, keeping them guessing until the very end. The final revelations are shocking and skillfully executed, providing a satisfying payoff for those who love a good psychological thriller.

The pacing is excellent, with short, punchy chapters that drive the story forward at a brisk pace. Lauren North's writing style is engaging, and her ability to maintain suspense throughout the novel is commendable.

In conclusion, "She Says She's My Daughter" is a gripping psychological thriller that will captivate fans of the genre. With its intriguing premise, well-crafted characters, and unexpected twists, it's a page-turner that will have readers eagerly recommending it to others. Lauren North's storytelling prowess shines in this suspenseful and emotionally charged novel.

I love Lauren North's writing so was keen to get to this one and I'm happy to say I enjoyed it! In this novel a mother is grieving her child who went missing on a family holiday fourteen years ago but now a teenager has walked into a police station claiming to be the child. She does look like the missing Abigail but the mother is certain she is not her. The rest of the family immediately accept this girl into the home and are seemingly convinced that she is theirs. Initially I was suspicious of the mother but she explains that she has had to believe her daughter is dead because it's the only way she could cope. Eventually things settle down but there are things that aren't quite right. I was so suspicious of everyone in this book and kept changing my mind about what might have happened. There is more than one reveal in this novel and I was on board with all of it until the very end. I felt like there was a step too far and it lost me a little but one the whole I was gripped by this novel and I would still recommend it.

Another excellent book by one of my favourite writers. She is so versatile and there is always a killer twist. This is another one I didn’t see coming. If you’re going to buy a book soon by anything by this talent.

Wow, twists until the very last page. The plot was well-paced, the characters believable, and the tension unbelievable. Loved it!