This 11th book in the Will Trent series brings back trauma that Sara Linton experienced 15 years previously. Her life has changed completely. She is a successful doctor, and is happily engaged to GBI Special Agent Will Trent. For the most part, her past is a distant memory. However, when a young woman comes into the ER while Sara is on call, Sara's past all but smacks her in the face. The attack that the young woman experienced eerily resembles something horrific that Sara experienced all those years ago.

Will and his partner Faith begin the investigation, but Sara remains part of things. The deeper the investigation gets, the more Sara is reminded of her experiences from before. Having Will by her side most definitely gives her strength.

This story was utterly intense. Not only is it easy to feel for the newest victim, but Sara's horrors were heartbreaking. Although I had previously read the Grant County series, this 11th book in the Will Trent series was a tough read, yet definitely the best book in the series. It was gritty - gruesome even - but it brought the past and present together. This past and present definitely collided at times, but it was done in such a way to leave the reader to have nothing but compassion for Sara.

While this latest book in this series could be read as a standalone, following the series in order, from the very first book, would really help the reader connect to all of the characters. Getting to know Will, Sara and Faith over the years and to see what they are up to now was great, but it only leaves me super eager for the series to continue.

Many thanks to William Morrow and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.

I might have been a tad lost due to not reading any of the will trent books - i was told it was not necessary but i think it would have provided better understanding of the characters and probably would have allowed me to feel more connected to them. I will be going back and reading the other grant county/will trent books and circling back to this one to see if that makes a difference

in terms of mystery and overall writing, Karin Slaughter killed it AS ALWAYS. I don't think its possible to be disappointed with her books. This is a wonderful police novel and quite emotional at times

TW: sexual assault, stalking, domestic abuse, graphic descriptions

I love this series and this book was another great addition. The characters are always great to return to and see what's next. I can't wait for the next. Thank you for the ARC.

I love Karin’s books and was so excited for AFTER THAT NIGHT! She has done it once again with this suspenseful ride and set me on the path of every emotion while reading.

The pacing was great and I loved how parts of the story were revealed in layers to keep things fresh and I was completely engaged into the story.

I am such a fan of adding the audiobook format with the physical book, and felt completely immersed this way.

*many thanks to Blackstone for the gifted copy for review

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars)

Karin Slaughter delivers yet another masterful suspense thriller in "After that Night." This gripping novel takes readers on a rollercoaster of emotions, leaving them breathless and craving for more.

Slaughter's writing is nothing short of brilliant. She expertly weaves together a complex web of secrets, lies, and heart-wrenching drama that will keep you turning the pages late into the night. The characters are deeply flawed but undeniably human, making it impossible not to become emotionally invested in their lives.

The plot of "After that Night" is both intricate and heart-pounding. Slaughter effortlessly switches between past and present, gradually unraveling the mysteries that lie at the heart of the story. With each revelation, your heart races and your anticipation grows, making it nearly impossible to predict what will happen next.

What sets Slaughter apart is her ability to merge thrilling suspense with deeply emotional storytelling. She delves into the complexities of relationships, trauma, and the consequences of choices, adding layers of depth to the narrative that will leave you pondering long after you've finished the book.

"After that Night" is a testament to Slaughter's talent as a writer. This exhilarating and thought-provoking novel is a must-read for fans of suspense and psychological thrillers. Prepare to be captivated from the very first page and taken on a journey you won't soon forget.

Another great listen by Karin Slaughter. It was informative and kept me listening for more. It does have a lot of trigger warning for sexual abuse and graphic descriptions but it was well done. I'm looking forward to the next in the series!

Dnfd after 30% Could not get into this one. The character wasn't very interesting was boring in my opinion. maybe i'd give it another chance in the future.

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read to this book!

I enjoyed this one and I highly recommend. I binged read this in one day!

Wasn’t able to review because I lost access before I could download but I read it on my own and enjoyed it

After That Night
By: Karin Slaughter

Red Flags:
Stalking, Sexual violence, Domestic abuse, Language, Graphic descriptions

Genre:
Adult Mystery, Suspense

Quotes:
“Give a man a parachute, he flies one time. Push a man out of an airplane, he flies for the rest of his life.”

Summary:
Will and Sara are engaged to be married, but hauntings of her past come full circle while working in the ER one night while trying to save a girl’s life. I don’t want to spoil this novel, so I’ll leave it at that.

Review:
This is my first Will Trent novel. As much as I love the characters and the writing style, this crime thriller came up a little short for me. It was very graphic, yet predictable. Slaughter’s talent shines but the graphic writing should have a warning. The multilayered plotline becomes lengthy and confusing, which could be because I read this as a standalone novel.

Thank you to Karin Slaughter, Blackstone Publishing, and Netgalley for the Advanced Readers Copy for free. I am leaving this review voluntarily.

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Karin Slaughter did it again! This was such a jaw dropping thriller! It had me second guessing myself the whole time! Such a good thriller with so many plot twists and Easter eggs!

A great series that can be read as a standalone.

I appreciate that this book centers around sexual assault and that it is taken very seriously. Oftentimes victims of sexual assault are trivialized even though they have to deal with the trans of being attacked for the rest of their lives. Slaughter did a great job of making sure the issues her characters faced were seen and never trivialized.
Entertaining and a satisfying conclusion.

After That Night by Karin Slaughter

I received an advance review copy for free thanks to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing - Audiobooks and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Blurb

Fifteen years ago, Sara Linton's life changed forever when a celebratory night out ended in a violent attack that tore her world apart. Since then, Sara has remade her life. A successful doctor, engaged to a man she loves, she has finally managed to leave the past behind her.

Until one evening, on call in the ER, everything changes. Sara battles to save a broken young woman who's been brutally attacked. But as the investigation progresses, led by GBI Special Agent Will Trent, it becomes clear that Dani Cooper's assault is uncannily linked to Sara's.

And it seems the past isn't going to stay buried forever.

My Opinion

Karin Slaughter is one of those authors that I have always known about, but I definitely haven't read as much as I think I have. This is the first book I have read in the Will Trent series but I was easily able to keep up as the backstory is provided for this case. I was a little bit unsure what to think when I started reading this book but it very quickly grew on me. I really need to read more books in this series, but for me this was a great book to start with.

Rating 4/5

Okay. Let me just jump right into this one. Haha.

I'll be honest.

At first, I thought Slaughter had lost her mind. It seemed like she had totally forgotten every other book she'd ever written, and the timeline was ridiculously off.

Of course, then it jumped to "three years later" and made a lot of sense. Haha. So, if you start reading this book and think it's ridiculous, just keep going. It quickly makes sense.

Now, onto the book itself.

I really enjoyed it. It dived into Sarah's backstory and her rape, which has been an ongoing theme in the Will Trent books that I've always wanted to know more about.

I liked that it tied up some loose ends and brought some things around full circle. I don't think this is the last book in the Will Trent series. I fully anticipate more in the future. However, the way the book ended, Slaughter definitely could wrap things up if she wanted to.

There's not much I can say about this book except that it's another great addition to the Will Trent series. As usual, Karin Slaughter has done it again.

As for the narrator -- excellent, no complaints whatsoever.

I will never understand how Karin Slaughter can write such chilling books. The way I feel reading her books is beyond me. I really enjoyed the roller coaters of twists and turns that this story took, and then to end the way it did was just absolutely incredible.

*Audiobook*

Sara Linton’s life was turned upside down fifteen years ago when she was brutally raped. Now a successful medical examiner engaged to equally successful special agent Will Trent, her life is once again upturned when a woman is violently assaulted in a way that is eerily similar to Sara. With an investigation underway, Sara realizes there are many women like her, and that they are all linked.

Major trigger warning: This book discusses rape and assault. It is not overly gruesome, but it is explicit, so it is not for everyone.

Overall, I liked the book. There were enough twists and turns to keep me guessing, and the reveal made sense but was unexpected. I liked the main characters and the investigative aspect of the plot. It felt like a true crime show more than a traditional thriller. But the story was entirely too long. It could have easily been cut down 100 pages. I loved the beginning, but the middle lost it for me. The ending redeems itself, though. Thanks to NetGalley, Blackstone Publishing, and Karin Slaughter for this free ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Finding a murderer couldn’t be more difficult in this book. Karen slaughter has done it again! Another amazing thriller murder mystery!

Karin Slaughter never dissapoints! An indepth dive into the back story of Sara is expertly interwoven into the present as Will, Sarah and Faith unravel a sick game of predatory doctors. Slaughter draws you into a story that you cannot, nor want to get out of. Thank you for the opportunity to listen to this arc.

This book was enjoyable, but way too long. This was my first Karin Slaughter read, but I’ve heard that’s common with her books. I listened to the audiobook and it was a little hard to keep up. There were so many characters to keep straight. With that being said, I would definitely check out more of her work! It’s part of the Will Trent series, but I read it as a standalone with no issues.

Decent thriller. The novel follows the investigation of a brutal attack on a young woman named Dani Cooper, who is linked to a traumatic event in the past of Sara Linton, a doctor and the fiancée of GBI Special Agent Will Trent. The novel explores the themes of trauma, revenge, secrets, and justice, as Sara and Will try to uncover the truth behind the assault and its connection to Sara’s past