This is a new to me author, and I will definitely be looking for more of her works. The author pulled me into the story and kept me on the edge of my seat, turning pages as fast as I could in order to find out what was going on. If you enjoy mystery, suspense, and lots of twists and turns you will enjoy this story. I can’t wait to see what this author brings us next.


I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley. This is my honest and voluntary review.

This is one of the best thrillers I have read all year-truly I stayed up way past my bedtime to finish this title and lied awake for way too long afterwards thinking about it. Admittedly, I was a bit lost at who was who in the middle, but that turned out to be the whole point. I think this developed well, and while some of the twisting was a bit predictable (non-derogatory) I still had my jaw agape in the end.

Thanks so much for the copy! This was a book i requested based on the cover and it didn't disappoint! This is a new author to me, and i cannot wait to read what comes next. I was also thrilled to receive a gifted finished copy of this one in the mail--what a nice surprise!

This was a fast-paced thriller that I sped through. I like when thrillers are mixed with mystery and this book does a great job blending the two. The chapters were a little long to feel like a thriller but it didn't drag at all. The ending was a little fast but overall I really enjoyed this book!

Defintiely not what I was expecting! There were a lot of twists and just when you think you know what is happening, you find out just how wrong you were! I loved the ending - felt very satisfying even though I would have been happy if things had been different (not everything always needs to be ended cleanly). I would recommend this!

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𝕋𝕙𝕖 𝔹𝕦𝕤𝕚𝕟𝕖𝕤𝕤 𝕋𝕣𝕚𝕡
𝗝𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮

It took a few chapters for my interest to peak. The more I read, the more I wanted to know.

The story was clever, yet could be confusing at times with different POVs and a dual timeline. There were some surprising twists as the story came to a close, which I enjoyed.

The characters were, overall, terrible people. Abuse, unwanted sexual advances, and lies are all involved in the story. Who is the real victim or victims in this mess?

The Business Trip has quite an intense plot, and this debut author connected the dots well, telling the story in a unique way.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for providing me with this ebook to read and review.

I thought this was an easy and fun read! The characters were well thought out, and the plot made it hard to put down. Honestly if you’re looking for a fast paced thriller, I would recommend this book.

An edge-of your seat thriller about two women- strangers on a plane- who disappear after sending texts to their friends about the same man. The story is riveting. The characters had me feeling for them. Suspension of belief comes into play; some parts are predictable and the POV switches aren't perfect.
The first half was tightly written and engaging, with just the right amount of backstory. Unfortunately, the second half lost some momentum. It read more like a checklist of Jasmine’s to-dos after the flight, and much of it felt repetitive, especially with the inclusion of texts we’d already seen earlier in the book.
The ending wasn’t a jaw on the floor moment for me as I expected. But it was worth the read and I would do it again. 3.75 stars.

Do yourself a huge favor and get this book. From chapter one, the pacing was lightning fast. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. So much so that I had to download the audiobook version so I didn't waste time driving because I had to know what was next. The twists were twisting, and the turns were insane! I had to pick my jaw up off the floor multiple times with this one. How have I never heard of Jessie Garcia?

What is with crazy long chapters in books? No, thank you. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC in exchange for my review.

I listened to this as an audio book and it was GREAT!!!! I finished it in two days I loved that it was told from multiple different points of view very suspenseful and kept me guessing right until the end ....I was a little disappointed with the way the book ended but still a solid five star read that you won't want to miss I loved it!!!!!

What an exciting debut novel!

This is one of those suspenseful books you can’t put down, even if your eye lids are desperately trying to tell you it is time to go to sleep. Just one more chapter. Just one more chapter.

Garcia breaks this thriller down into chapters told in the voice of named characters and provides the time period for which this part of the story is taking place, for example, the first chapter is titled, “Jasmine The Day of the Flight”. Subsequent chapters will may say how many days before or after the flight, etc. this helps the reader know the timeline of the book and to keep the characters straight throughout.

You may think you have this one figured out in the end, but don’t count on it! Jessie Garcia has a twist up that writer’s sleeve you won’t see coming. I can’t wait for novel number two.

First, thanks Netgalley for sending me a ARC copy. This book was a fast quick read with ALOT of twist I did not see coming. I enjoyed reading this book the characters were very engaging and the plot OMG! I love the fact that it was written in different POV's. Trent was annoying but I see why he played perfectly in the story. I absolutely loved this book; this was my first book by Jessie Garcia and I can't wait to read more.

The Business Trip totally hooked me at the start. The rotating POVs, the steady drip of new info, and that feeling that something just isn’t right, I was all in. It was fast-paced, twisty, and had me flying through chapters.

But once I hit the second half, it started to fall apart a bit. The tone changed, and instead of letting the story unfold naturally, it felt like everything had to be spelled out. The mystery that was so fun to piece together turned into pages of explanation.

Still, the premise is solid and the beginning is genuinely fun and suspenseful. I just wish it had stuck the landing a little better.

Thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Jessie Garcia bursts onto the scene with The Business Trip, a debut that delivers a suspenseful thriller full of psychological intrigue. The chance meeting of Stephanie and Jasmine on a plane propels a relentlessly tense and sharply written narrative. The expertly crafted twists and turns make this an utterly addictive read that’ll have you glued to the pages. The story's multiple perspectives flowed effortlessly, maintaining a gripping pace from start to finish. With its believable characters and fast-paced speed, this is a must-read! This book was easy to devour in just one afternoon.

I tried reading this book a couple different times thinking it was a mood issue but unfortunately decided to DNF for good after the 3rd try. I usually love a good thriller but this one just didn't work for me. I did not care about the characters, the intrigue wasn't enough to keep me turning the pages.

This book hooked me in the beginning with lots of suspense and twist. This is a book had lots of twists that had me guessing. The first half had me really excited to keep reading, but by the end I was a little disappointed in the twists and rushed pace. This was a good debut and I would read this author's next work as she has promise to right some twisty suspenseful novels that will keep you guessing.

The Business Trip is a fast-paced mystery thriller that grabs you from the start and keeps you on edge nearly the entire time. Jessie Garcia does a great job building suspense, pulling you into a tangled web of secrets and shifting perspectives that keeps you guessing. The story is compelling, the pacing is tight, and the audiobook is excellent—with a full cast of narrators that helps keep the various points of view distinct and engaging.

That said, the last 10–15% of the book felt rushed. After so much careful buildup, the ending seemed to speed by without sticking it’s landing. It wasn’t a bad ending, just not as fleshed out as I hoped it would be. For a story this engaging, I wouldn’t have minded an extra 50 pages for a more perfect ending.

Still, this was an enjoyable and quick read overall. If you’re into mystery thrillers and enjoy a multi-POV format, I highly recommend experiencing this one via audio.

What I liked: Felt like an episode of Dateline, with a chance encounter on a flight, stolen identities, murder, a dumped body, and revenge

What I disliked: The twist at the end was too far fetched and diminished the story’s overall quality

A fast-paced, flirty escape that’s equal parts drama and fun.
Garcia nails the tension and chemistry. It's like eavesdropping on a scandal you can’t look away from.