Joanna Schaffhausen’s All the Way Gone is a gripping and emotionally charged thriller that blends psychological depth with procedural intensity. In this installment of the Annalisa Vega series, Detective Vega is once again pulled into a high-stakes investigation—this time involving a missing woman and chilling ties to her own past. Schaffhausen artfully balances the complexities of Vega’s personal struggles with the relentless pace of the mystery, creating a character who is as vulnerable as she is determined. The twists are genuinely surprising, and the emotional stakes feel real. So good!

Did not get to read - have way too many books on the shelf. Need to clear some out. Hope to get to this one in the future though.

This is the fourth book of the Annalisa Vega series were she just left being a detective and decided to start her own PI business. Her first case just falls into her lap when an author, Mara, needs help making sure that the surgeon her book is focused on isnt hiding anything.

What's the book? It's called The Good Sociopath and it's inspired by Mara's college friend and years of research. It's focused on the thought that surgeons and pathologists have to be sociopaths by doing their line of work.

This is a bit of a focus, but the side part of the story keep it engaging and wanting more. This has multiple POVs so you get inside the minds of all the characters which adds to the mysterious good sociopath vibes. The ending had a small twist that I wasn't expecting and with this being part of a whole series, I definitely want to read more especially about why Annalise quits her job.

So, this is my first Detective Vega book. I didn't even know it was a series, because it did read as a standalone.

This mystery followed Annalisa as she tried to solve the murder of a young woman. Hired by Mara who seemingly worried that the main "subject" of her book may not be a "good sociopath". What I will say, is that this book took me for a few rides, I did not expect. Getting to the end, finding out the truth, getting a real understand of who the actual victim(s) were and why; a shock for the ages.

now, I need to go back and read from the beginning of the series to truly understand Annalisa and her little family.

Really enjoyed this one! It’s the 4th book but can be read as a standalone. I loved that I literally could not figure out who the bad guy was- it kept changing. This was entertaining and definitely had a twist I didn’t see coming right away!

4/5 stars: I have read all of the books in the Annalisa Vega series and while the first book will always be my favorite, this one did not disappoint! I loved the dynamic of her step daughter and with two storylines going on, there were plenty of twists and turns that kept you guessing until the end.

I went back and forth between the ebook and audiobook and thought the narrator did an amazing job! Thanks to Minotaur Books, NetGalley and author Joanna Schaffhausen for this digital ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Complex crime thriller, the 4th in a series. Be sure to read the previous installments before tackling this one.

Annalisa Vega, now remarried to Nick, has left the police and formed her own private investigation business. She has multiple investigations she’s working on in this book, the most challenging being asked to ascertain whether a particular person is a sociopath and if so, if he is a good one or a bad one. This person is suspected of having murdered a woman and Annalisa’s client has written a book about him saying he’s basically the good kind — and is in fact a super talented brain surgeon. So is he, or isn’t he. In addition, there are other cases she’s also got going including one that involves Nick’s daughter.

For some reason I didn’t like this book and its main plot as much as I have the other three. I thought Annalisa had some serious tunnel vision and also extraordinary access to help with her investigation that I doubt most PIs would have. She was so single minded in her pursuit and it just felt wrong to me how she seemed so self righteous. I didn’t like her character as much. I think it was a mistake for her to leave the police but I can see this is moving in a different direction. The twists and revelations seemed a bit too much after all. I will likely still check out the next installment in the series, but not quite as invested anymore.

I was able to listen to the audiobook while also following along in the ebook provided by the publisher. The narrator did a good job voicing the characters and added an appropriate dramatic flair when necessary. I find that a good production really enhances my enjoyment of a book and that was true in this case.

A big thank you to NetGalley for giving me early access to this book. I love me a good thriller, and this one was interesting and kept me on my toes. I have not seen a lot about this book, but I am glad that I read it.

I thought this was a good book and had an interesting premise. It was a thriller for sure and something I would recommend to anyone who likes thriller or mysteries.

This is the fourth book in the series about Detective Vega, and you don't need to read all to follow what's going on. A great story about sociopaths, and whether or not they can be considered good. Highly recommend the entire series!

I have loved her past books from this series and just couldn't wait to dive into this one.
Just as good as the rest, if not better!
Give me all her books and leave me alone for a few days!

This one was awesome!

This book pulled me in and kept going!! The story is enticing and there are some nice twists in the story. I will be looking for other books in this series!

Joanna Schaffhausen’s All the Way Gone is a gripping and intricate addition to the Detective Annalisa Vega series. In this fourth installment, newly minted private investigator Annalisa Vega is thrust into a dangerous game of wits involving Mara Delaney, a woman who believes sociopaths can be beneficial to society. Mara’s client is Chicago neurosurgeon Dr. Craig Canning, a brilliant but emotionally detached doctor whose charm and success have earned him a loyal following. When a young woman in his apartment building falls to her death, Mara fears that Canning might be involved, and she enlists Annalisa to investigate before the release of Mara’s upcoming book, The Good Sociopath.

Schaffhausen does an excellent job of blending psychological tension with a fast-paced mystery. Annalisa, determined to uncover the truth, faces off against Canning, whose unshakable confidence and possible psychopathic tendencies make him a formidable adversary. The suspense builds as Annalisa uncovers a complex web of motives, and the mystery deepens with every twist. Schaffhausen keeps the reader on edge by exploring the unsettling idea of whether a "good" sociopath can exist, or if Canning’s coldness hides a darker side.

The cat-and-mouse dynamic between Annalisa and Canning is electrifying, as Annalisa becomes more obsessed with proving his guilt. Her personal stakes grow as she realizes just how dangerous it can be to engage with someone who plays by a different set of moral rules. The stakes escalate in a way that keeps the reader hooked until the final pages.

All the Way Gone is a tightly written, darkly fascinating thriller that explores morality, obsession, and the cost of seeking justice. Schaffhausen’s portrayal of Canning is chillingly compelling, and the intense, layered mystery will keep readers guessing until the shocking conclusion. Fans of the series and lovers of psychological crime thrillers will find this one impossible to put down.

All the Way Gone is a tense, well-paced thriller that pulls you into a twisted mystery. Schaffhausen’s writing keeps you hooked as the secrets unfold layer by layer.

I really enjoyed this one! I thought the concept was intriguing and had a lot of potential! I enjoyed the characters and how the story wrapped up! I did have trouble becoming invested in the story and there were some parts that just didn’t hit the mark for me. Overall an enjoyable mystery that I definitely recommend trying out!

Everything Joanna Schaffhausen writes is gold. I'm in love with this series and will read every book that comes out in the Annalisa Vega world. While book 2 fell a little flat for me, this one reeled me in from the beginning. I love our flawed main character and watching her relationships. And the sociopath plot never fails to get me hyped for a book!

When I signed up for this I didn’t realize it was a fourth installment. So I was a little lost but it didn’t stop me from going along for a wild ride. It was refreshing finally reading a story/book that kept me guessing and making my jaw drop by the end. Now, I need to go back and read the first three because I’ve been missing out

Annalise Vega is at it again, except she is a private investigator now. As a PI, Annalise can take on cases that should couldn't as a detective, but she seems to take that too far and turns to involving herself in current police investigations. This got annoying, as it felt like she would rather be a detective than a PI. Even with all this, I am looking forward to book 5.

I want to thank NetGalley & St. Martin's Press, Minotaur Books for an ARC of this book.

The fourth installment of the Detective Vega series, however, Annalisa Vega is now a private investigator!

While it is a series, this easily could be a standalone. When details of the previous installments are mentioned, there’s enough supporting dialogue that allows you to make inferences and connections without being at a loss.

First case as a PI is figuring out of her client’s subject is in fact a “good sociopath” and inquire if he was involved with a recent fatal accident. There are twists, white rabbits, yet satisfying predictions!

Overall good pace; ending leaves some strings!! Looking forward to #5

Thank you for the gifted copy.

Another Annalisa Vega book? Yes please! I was so excited to find out that her story didn't end with the last book. Unfortunately, this one fell a bit flat for me. I enjoyed it, but I think I liked when she was a detective more than her current PI profession. I got a little annoyed at her meddling without being an official part of the investigation, and the twists were a bit predictable.

I'll still read the next one though!