This was a little slower than the pace I am looking for. I thought the story was well laid out but references to prior books in the series made me think I wasn’t the target audience.

FIle this book under "done in a day." I could not put it down, which is the norm whenever I read a Harlan Coben book. He is the master of the page turner. In this book, Sami Kierce is surprised by the sudden appearance of someone from his past, someone he thought was dead. As he tries to solve this mystery, he plunges himself and those around him into danger. It's a thrill ride, and I know that much of this is not likely to happen in real life, the former partner willing to do some favors bordering on illegal, a class of would-be detectives helping him out, but let it go and enjoy the ride. Many thanks to NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

I am a huge Harlan Coben fan. I read everything he writes! That being said this one is not my favorite.

At first I thought this was a standalone novel but it’s really a sequel of sorts to Fool Me Once featuring detective Sami Kierce. While I do like this character this was hard for me to get through. The first half just drug along for me and there were just so many plot lines happening.

Over the past several years, I have read and reviewed several Harlan Coben books, and with the exception of Win, all were four or five stars (although it may have been that Covid screwed up my ability to enjoy my usually reliable authors’ releases). Hmmm. In any case, I was happy to receive a copy of Nobody’s Fool from Grand Central Publishing and NetGalley in exchange for this honest review.

Just as was the case with 2023’s I Will Find You, I made a fairly conscious decision to “go along for the ride” and just enjoy the story, overlooking any need for willing suspension of disbelief or other pesky obstacles to just a fun read. In this one, a young man backpacking through Europe with his girlfriend following his college graduation wakes up in the middle of the night to find himself lying next to his dead girlfriend. As if that isn’t enough, he has a knife in his hand, he’s covered in blood, and he has less than zero clue what happened. So he does what we’d all do (?), he runs.

Fast forward a couple of decades, and the man, now a private investigator, is working a second job as a teacher during the evenings in New York City. When he sees a woman at the back of the classroom who he is SURE is that dead girlfriend from years ago, he gets a huge jot, and as soon as he makes eye contact with her, she does what we’d all do (?), she runs!

Time for him to figure out the whole mystery, both from twenty-plus years ago and from the present day. As with all Coben’s books, there are some interesting plot twists, some well-drawn characters, and a pretty good time! Four stars.

This was a fast paced, full of twists and turns, thriller! Nobody’s Fool is the second book in the series. The first book is Fool Me Once which I have not read, but this second book can be read as a standalone. I really loved the twists and the main characters sense of humor. I couldn’t hardly put this book down! I now want to go back and read the first book.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC!

Fast-paced and action-packed. I haven't read Harlan Coben in a while, but this was a great book to dive back into (and technically a second for the Sami series, though I've forgotten the first book, and it didn't dampen my enjoyment of this one at all). I very much enjoyed this book, though it was filled some mild coincidences that required some suspension of belief...

Thank you to NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review. Harlan Coben is one of my favorite authors, but this book did not make my top 5. The books POV comes from an ex cop who meet a girl 25 years ago in Spain, but assumes that she is dead. The girl turns up into his life 25 years later and the book takes us on an investigation as to what happened. This book wraps up very quickly in the end, and the twists and turns just didn’t grab my attention like some of Coben’s other books.

Twenty years after Sami Kierce saw his girlfriend murdered in Spain, he sees her again - alive. Now he finds himself tracking her down and unraveling the mystery of her and another woman, who went missing and came back with no memory. And the two look eerily alike.

I am normally such a huge Harlan Coben fan, but this one didn't work for me and I can't pinpoint why. I actually gave 5 stars to Fool Me Once, but this one was just okay for me.

WOOHOO! So thrilled to receive an advanced digital copy from NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing, thank you!

Harlan Coben is a go-to author for me, and his newest edition does not disappoint. It's fast paced (whiplash!) and snarky, and full of twists and turns. There are a lot of characters and a lot of timelines, which then means there is a lot to keep track of. Told in the first person, Sami is down to earth, sarcastic and madly in love with his wife, making him easily lovable. The story keeps the pages turning, you can't wait to find out how it all comes together.

This is said to be the second in a series, and while I know I read Fool Me Once, I could not remember it. This did not detract from my enjoyment or understanding of the story at all. I did not love the ending, but the book was fun and quick, and another out of the park winner from Coben! I may just go back and reread Fool Me Once after this to revisit the characters and refresh my memory.

This book was signature Harlan Coben: chaotic main character, lively banter, and twists and turns right up until the end. The supporting cast in the book were quirky, smart, and fun! Once I started reading I could hardly put it down. If you love Harlan Coben already, this will be right up your alley. If you've never read Coben, this book is a good starting place as even though it's the second in the Sami Kierce series, it can be read as a stand alone. I will say, as I was reading I did keep hoping for a Win cameo in this one since it was slap full of morally gray rich folks. Perfect vacation read, since you might stay up way too late to finish it.

Riveting, Twisty, and Utterly Unputdownable!
Harlan Coben delivers yet another masterclass in suspense with Nobody’s Fool! From the jaw-dropping opening scene to the final heart-pounding reveal, this book is packed with intrigue, deception, and twists.

Sami Kierce is a compelling protagonist—flawed, haunted, but relentless in his pursuit of the truth. The mystery surrounding Anna’s "death" is expertly crafted, keeping me questioning everything. Just when I thought I had it figured out, Coben pulled the rug out from under me again.

With razor-sharp pacing, emotional depth, and the signature Coben unpredictability, Nobody’s Fool is a must-read for thriller lovers. If you think you know where this story is going—think again. Absolutely brilliant!

Thank you Harlan Coben, Grand Central Publishing, and Netgalley for the advanced copy!

Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this advanced copy. I absolutely love Harlan Coben's books and this did not disappoint. I love the plot and I felt like I really knew the characters. I now need to read book one in the series. It had great suspense!

4.5 stars

Every time I read a Harlan Coben book, I’m reminded of how much I enjoy his writing. Nobody’s Fool is immediately engaging—not a breakneck thriller, but one that steadily pulls you in with its twists and turns. While surprises are sprinkled throughout, most of the big reveals come toward the end, making for a satisfying payoff.

The major characters are well developed, while the minor ones, though somewhat flat, serve their purpose in driving the plot forward. While this book could stand on its own, I’d definitely recommend reading Fool Me Once first to get additional background on Sami Kierce and the returning characters. Their histories add an extra layer of depth to this installment.

Another solid, entertaining read from Coben!

I don’t remember much from Fool Me Once and this isn’t much of a sequel anyway, as it’s not a continuation of Maya’s story but one that picks up with Sami Kierce. I can’t remember him from Fool Me Once since I read it so long ago but that was fine, as far as getting into the story.

This was another wild ride but less confusing, convoluted, and implausible as some other ones (all of which I enjoyed anyway. I really liked Sami and all the characters, really. I liked the use of them and I would like to see more of all of them in the future. The story is fast paced and engaging and wraps up in a way that comes together well.

Another classic Harlan Coben! Grabs you right from the first page and never lets you go. Full of so many twists and turns that every time I THOUGHT I finally knew what happened...he would twist it on me again right up until the last chapter. The only thing I hate about Harlan Coben novels...is how much I love them. It's always such a letdown when I finish the book, knowing that it is over! Already looking forward to the next.

I have been a fan of Harlan Coben's writing for quite some time, so I was very happy to receive this ARC. Thank you so much, Grand Central Publishing! 🖤✨

What to expect:

🔪🩸Part of a series but can be read as a standalone
🔪🩸Ex Cop turned Private Investigator
🔪🩸Disappearance
🔪🩸Haunting Past
🔪🩸Twisty Ending

This book was so good. It is the perfect combination of a solid storyline and suspense. Both the main and side characters are well-developed, adding depth to the narrative. The plot unfolds in a way that is both intriguing and unpredictable, with clever twists that enhance the overall experience and keep you guessing at every turn. The build-up of tension kept me hooked. The story wrapped up perfectly and gave us answers to all of our questions. I love the sprinkle of a cliffhanger that hopefully promises a future installment to the series?! Honestly, I was truly hooked til the very last page. Highly recommend!

The expected publication date is March 25, 2025. Be sure to preorder and add this one to your TBR. You won't be disappointed!

As always, HC can tell a tale that will leave your head spinning! Quite the twisty tale! Love the characters Sami and his wife Molly. Love the people in his class. This could turn into a really fun series. Many thanks to the publisher and netgalley for this copy for read and review

I was not prepared! This started kind of slow and I wasn't sure where it was going. But then, it started rolling and I couldn't keep up! Multiple story lines that kept me guessing the entire time!

I loved Sami. His sense of humor, his love of family, and his love of what is right & truth!

I love Harlan Cohen and he didn't disappoint! Run and get this one!!

Thank you NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for allowing me to read this ARC for my honest review.

#NetGalley #NobodysFool #HarlanCoben

WOW!!! Harlan Coben can write a thriller like no other. His books take you in from the first page and keep you guessing until the last words!!!

I hope we will see much more of Sami Kierce in future books!!!

Thank you NetGalley, Hachette Audio and Grand Central Publishing for the honor to read and review this book!!!

I love Harlan Coben’s books and his newest is no different. There is a great cast of characters that help add some levity to the suspense. This one had a great twist at the end that was both heartbreaking and unexpected. You’ll love this book if you like a good suspenseful mystery.