I always enjoy joy a Kate White mystery! For me, this one started a little slow. It did take a few chapters to really dig in, but once I was there I binged the rest of the chapters. This one did have me going back and forth between suspects. I enjoyed the punch of romance that was sprinkled in the plot and the progression of the investigation. However, I did find the ending to be a little anticlimactic and rushed. I did find the ending to be wrapped up fairly nice once the guilty party was revealed. I look forward to her next book and will always pick it up!

This was just mediocre. I didn’t hate it and I didn’t love it. I won’t remember the plot next week. I need more thrills in my thrillers.

3 ⭐️
This was a good read overall with a solid pace and an intriguing setup. The story kept me interested, and I enjoyed the suspense throughout most of the book. However, the ending felt underwhelming and didn’t quite deliver the payoff I was hoping for. It wrapped up a bit too neatly and lacked the punch I expected. Still, a decent read if you enjoy domestic thrillers.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advance copy of The Last Time She Saw Him by Kate White in exchange for my honest review and opinion. Quick read with several crazy twists and turns that keep you engaged until the very last page. I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more by Kate in the future.

This book is so intriguing, gripping, and unputdownable. I couldn’t guess the k!ller so the book kept me guessing till the end. Despite the suspense and mystery, the book had cosy feel because of likeable characters and the pace is good.

Kiki called off the marriage. She didn’t expect that her ex-fiancé Jamie would take his own life. After the party in Connecticut countryside, a noise comes from outside and Jamie is found unalive inside his car. But Kiki refuse to believe that a man like Jamie could take his own life due to breakup. So, she gather information, do the investigation and peel off the layers one by one to get to the bottom of the mystery. When secrets unveils and truth comes out in light, it shocks her. The truth is terrifying and unsettling. I would definitely be reading more of the author’s works.

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Interesting premise but I wish they had provided a bit more background on the killers original motive. It would’ve made the reason behind it feel a bit more well rounded.

This was a fast read with an intriguing premise, but it felt more like a light mystery than a true thriller. The uncertainty of whether a crime even took place added some intrigue, especially with the flashbacks hinting at a past event without revealing much. While the story was engaging, it wasn’t particularly suspenseful, and the ending felt a bit rushed. An easy read, but not as thrilling as I expected.

Kiki heads to a party where her ex fiancée will be. When she does see him at the party it was a brief conversation that went ok. So she is relieved.

As the party is winding down there is a loud noise in the night and they find him dead in his car. They initially rule it as suicide, but Kiki does not believe that,

Very well written, great story. I finished it in one evening!!

What happens when a women is left after a broken engagement, well what happens is an unspeakable death comes. If you want to find out more than make sure to read this page turning book that will keep you guessing until the very end. The author was new to me and I look forward to reading more from this author. It was written well and all of the characters in this were great. Overall, this was a fast read that I highly enjoyed and would recommend to any reader who loves a good mystery. Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Perennial and Paperbacks/ Harper Paperbacks for this read in exchange of my review of The Last Time She Saw Him by Kate White.

“The Last Time She Saw Him” by Kate White offers a gripping start that draws readers into a world of suspense and intrigue, with enough twists to keep you guessing. While the plot is engaging, some character developments and plot resolutions felt a bit rushed, leaving me wanting more depth and connection. Nevertheless, Kate White’s knack for crafting suspenseful scenes shines through, making this a decent read for fans of crime thrillers who enjoy a quick, entertaining escape.

The Last Time She Saw Him by Kate White is a fast-paced, twisty thriller about a woman uncovering dark secrets after her ex’s mysterious disappearance. Perfect for book babes who love suspense with a side of drama!

The Last Time She Saw Him by Kate White is a gripping psychological thriller that expertly blends mystery, suspense, and emotional depth. The story follows Kiki Reed, who, after a brief and uneasy encounter with her ex-fiancé Jamie at a party, is devastated to learn that he has been found dead from a gunshot wound shortly after the event. The police are quick to label his death a suicide, but Kiki is unconvinced, believing that Jamie was finally moving on after their breakup.

Determined to uncover the truth, Kiki embarks on her own investigation, diving deeper into Jamie’s life and relationships. What starts as a search for answers soon unravels a web of secrets, and Kiki realizes that Jamie’s death may be tied to something much darker than she anticipated. As the danger closes in, Kiki finds herself in the crosshairs of a sinister force, and the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Kate White’s writing keeps the reader on edge throughout, with well-placed twists and turns that keep the suspense high. Kiki is a relatable protagonist, whose emotional journey from grief to determination adds a personal layer to the mystery. The pacing is fast, the plot is tightly wound, and White excels at building tension, making The Last Time She Saw Him a page-turner that’s hard to put down.

With its blend of psychological intrigue and well-drawn characters, this book will appeal to fans of domestic thrillers and suspenseful whodunits. The novel keeps the reader guessing until the very end, and with its dark revelations and a pulse-pounding conclusion, The Last Time She Saw Him is a must-read for thriller enthusiasts.

Kiki is trying to solve the mystery behind her ex’s death. Police say Jamie’s wound was self-inflicted but Kiki thinks otherwise- unraveling the truth that might put her own life in danger. I really had high hopes but there were so many characters introduced quickly that I had trouble following along. There were a few unrealistic scenes, and the few “reveals” were anticlimactic. The ending was so rushed, I was like wait that’s the end? The romance was kind of out of the blue as a plot line too. I did finish, so it held my interest enough, but I guess I was wanting something bigger, something more from a thriller?

Such a great read! I will definitely recommend this book to my audience. Kate White has a lovely style of writing and I'll definitely keep an eye out for any future works.

The Last Time She Saw Him by Katie White is a gripping and suspenseful thriller that keeps readers on edge from beginning to end. Kiki Reed's emotional journey is both relatable and compelling, as she grapples with the shock of her ex-fiancé Jamie’s unexpected death and the mystery surrounding it. The plot quickly takes an intriguing turn when Kiki refuses to believe the police’s conclusion that Jamie’s death was a suicide, pushing her into an investigation that unravels far darker secrets. The twists and turns are unpredictable, and the tension builds steadily as Kiki gets closer to the truth—putting her own safety at risk. With a strong protagonist, a chilling atmosphere, and a tightly woven mystery, this novel is perfect for fans of psychological thrillers. Highly recommended!

🔹 My take: 3.75/5

🔸 While Jamie Larsson is an amazing guy, he just does not seem to be the best to Kiki and hence she breaks up with him. After months of avoiding, Kiki finally faces him with guilt in a party organized by their common friend. The interaction is very brief and curt and makes Kiki think about her actions if Jamie is taking the break up well or not. The party is winding up and a gunshot is heard outside. On checking, it is known that Jamie is in his car and has shot himself. Kiki is unable to gulp down that Jamie could kill himself. She wants to dig deeper to find out what really troubled Jamie and was this really a suicide. What ensues is unravelling of sinister secrets which she never knew could exist jeopardising her own life too.

💖 Wows - The writing and pacing is nice. The thriller aspect is palpable and from the time curtains are opened till the time final reveal is done, readers would be interested in knowing the suspense. I had doubts on couple of characters but what came on was totally different. The home scenes when Kiki is alone are particularly packed with thrill and look creepy. Liked reading this.

💔 Ows - The reason why this was not above 4 stars is maybe because I have been reading too many of psychological thrillers. And hence I was looking for bit more and did not find the wow factor. The character development was good and all but it’s just not that book which you will definitely definitely pick up. It’s a one time read which I would recommend to people but will not force on.

The beginning sucked me in but then sort of fell flat. I just couldnt make myself like the main character and the romance felt unnecessary. But overall a quick read with an unexpecting ending.

There was so much potential for this but the ending just left me thinking "that's it?" When it started off I was interested to see where it was going, but the further it went along it felt as though nothing was happening. It felt as though the story just kept circling around and around.

***Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Paperbacks for the E-Arc. All opinions expressed are my own.***

Oh I love a Kate White book! I know that I am embarking on a journey full of twists and turns.

A must read!

I voluntarily reviewed this book.

This was my first Kate White book, and I am open to reading more.

Strengths:
1- Engaging Premise: The storyline—Kiki Reed investigating her ex-fiancé Jamie’s death and the mystery around whether his death was suicide or murder— is definitely intriguing.
2- The pace at the ending was engaging and quick.

Weaknesses:
1- The unlikability of the main character, which some people don't mind, but this one was a tough one.
2- The beginning pacing was challenging to engage with.