I listened to most of this one on audiobook but did switch for the last 20% or so because I wanted to finish and see if my hunches were right on how everything came together. The narrator did a great job with the story. The story is told in two timelines and I enjoyed the 1986 timeline much more than the 2010 timeline. The characters didn’t feel fully developed and nothing really made sense to me in the 2010 storyline. (For instance if a child is kidnapped there is more follow up by all of the professionals that this book depicted). Even in the more interesting timeline there was a lot of leaps of faith the reader had to take, but overall it was an entertaining book. Overall I gave this one 3.5 stars which I rounded up because it did grip me enough to finish in one day.

I liked it! The short, well written chapters read fast and easily. I had the good fortune to receive an advance copy of both the ebook and the audiobook; I read and listened alternately, depending on what I was doing, as I struggled to put it down. I was anxious to find out how things went down in 1986 and how they were going to be possibly revealed or explained in 2010. The momentum built right up to the end. As always, I’m looking forward to the next Sandi Jones book.
Imogen Wilde’s narration of the audiobook is exceptional. It’s well placed, clear, and her pleasant voice is very easy to listen to.
Thank You to NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the opportunity to listen to and enjoy the audiobook version of this ARC.

I really enjoyed the dual timelines of this story. It was face paced and kept you hooked the entire time waiting to see what was going to happen. I didn’t enjoy how messy the story was because it made it confusing and hard to keep up. Some part of the story could’ve been left out as it didn’t add much to the overall plot. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a chance to read and review this book!

This book was so interesting! I was engrossed in the teenager story of being obsessed with a rock star and the fallout of that situation. The “current” situation of the mystery was also intriguing, but less so until the end. The characters were well developed eventually, as true colors began to shine through. It was Psychologically thrilling, indeed! Thank you to Minotaur and NetGalley for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

This was a very enjoyable thriller. A super quick read/listen. I binged it in one day and would definitely recommend. It kept me guessing till the last few chapters since it was written very cryptically which I love in a thriller. I did guess a part of the ending but there were many things thrown in that I never could have seen coming.

I usually enjoy Sandie Jones' books, but I had a really hard time with this one. I had trouble investing in any of the characters, and it very much read like a YA novel. This one would be good for someone who is looking for a light read without a lot of substance.
I did enjoy the narrator of this audiobook.

I always enjoy a book with alternating timelines and the narrator does an excellent job. It takes place in 1986 and 2011. I had both an audio and eBook and alternated between both. I am not sure if it was a pacing issue, but I was a bit disengaged. I enjoyed the 1986 time the best. If you enjoy murder mysteries, I would give it a try. Thank you to NetGalley, Minotaur Books, and Macmillan Audio for both the ARC and ALC in exchange for a review.
3 stars

I went in blind with this one, and, based on the cover alone, I was anticipating a locked-room mystery or a thriller set on an isolated island. The plot of this book was completely unexpected, but I ended up enjoying it more than I thought I would. The story is told in alternating timelines, perspectives, and settings: Cassie in London in 1986 and Nicole in California in 2011. I liked this format because it kept me guessing about how the two plotlines were intertwined, and I really had no idea how the story was going to end. There were several enjoyable plot twists and a couple that had me scratching my head. You may have to suspend disbelief a bit with this one. The ending was quite abrupt, and I wish there had been a couple more chapters or an epilogue.

I listened to the audiobook narrated by Imogen Wilde. She did a great job bringing the story and characters to life. I was impressed by her ability to voice both the female and male characters of different ages and with different accents.

Thank you to NetGalley, Minotaur Books, and Macmillan Audio for the ARC and ALC in exchange for an honest review.

Another Sandie Jones winner! This book hooked me in so hard, I couldn't put it down. This was a one sitting kind of read and I was SO annoyed when friends called to chat, I had to get up and refill my wine glass or make dinner. Pick this up only when you have time to binge it all at once.

I received an advance audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

2.5 stars. This was really hard to follow. Maybe multiple narrators would have helped, or just reading rather than listening. Too many characters plus similar names (i.e. Ben/Brad), and dual timelines which jumped from 1st POV to 3rd POV just made my head spin. I was too busy trying to figure out who the story was focusing on at that moment to ever have the chance to fully connect.

I will say, the portions that I did settle into I enjoyed. So to anyone considering this one, I'd say skip the audio and just read it.

Thank you NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the advanced audio copy!

I'll be honest: last year I read this author's previous novel and I wasn't impressed. And because I'm (nearly) always up for giving authors a second chance, I requested Jones' new novel to try her again.
And it didn't work so well for me, again. Once again, I liked the plot, the cast of characters in general, the mystery itself, but I do not clique with the writing. And that's personal.
I'm sure other readers will enjoy the writing and, consequently, the book as a whole.
What's more, I didn't personally like the audiobook narrator. She just wouldn't hold my attention. :(

Thank you, NetGalley and the publisher, for providing me with a free copy of this book.

**Book Review: *I Would Die for You***

**Synopsis:**
*I Would Die for You* follows a gripping dual-timeline narrative, intertwining past and present mysteries. The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the secrets that bind people together. As the story unfolds, the protagonist unravels hidden truths that challenge their perceptions of loyalty and betrayal. With a compelling premise and engaging character dynamics, the book keeps readers invested in both timelines, leading to an emotional climax.

**Review:**
While the novel presents an intriguing premise, it falls short in execution. The dual-timeline structure adds depth to the narrative, but at times, it feels uneven, with one timeline overshadowing the other. The buildup is suspenseful and engaging, but the resolution leaves something to be desired. The ending, in particular, is somewhat disappointing, lacking the emotional payoff the story seemed to promise.

Despite these shortcomings, the writing style is accessible, and the book remains an enjoyable read for fans of layered storytelling. Readers who appreciate character-driven narratives with a touch of mystery may find it worthwhile, though those seeking a more satisfying conclusion might be left wanting more.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This gripping thriller follows a British seal marine biologist whose world is shattered when her daughter is kidnapped for a short time. As she searches for answers, her past resurfaces—one filled with secrets, youthful obsessions, drugs, and even murder. The story masterfully alternates between two time periods, weaving together teen angst and the pressures of adulthood, keeping the reader hooked from start to finish.

The emotional depth is palpable, from the panic of a missing child to the strain of long-held secrets within a marriage. The pacing keeps the tension high, and the mystery unfolds in a way that keeps you guessing. The audiobook is a fantastic experience, with the narrator’s British accent adding authenticity and immersion.

Overall, this was an engaging read with strong characters and a compelling mystery. Highly recommend for fans of psychological thrillers with layered storytelling! Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!!! Sandie Jones’s books never disappoint!

OK, this is I believe my third or fourth book by Sandie Jones… And I am a fan!!

this book kept me on the edge of my seat. The whole time and the dual timeline’s were really fun. Each chapter ended one timeline and it was almost like I wanted to skip the next chapter so I can continue that timeline (but then I would miss the new timeline so of course I didn’t lol)

And I’ve never read a rockstar/groupie type mystery before and turns out I really like it! I always try to figure out the twists and most of the time I do, this time they were so well done and I didn’t fully see them coming, which always makes me happy! I like being shocked.

This book was very well written, honestly why the review is 3.75 stars is for the following reasons:
Pacing was really fast… Almost too fast to really feel like I got to know the characters specifically Nicole… I want more depth between her and both love interests in each timeline.
also, the ending was so shocking and so abrupt that it left me wanting more. I only want a cliffhanger if I know there’s going to be another book.

overall, I highly recommend this book, I devoured it in audio format in just over a day and a half during the work week so all done outside of my working hours! The narrator was wonderful. I loved the accent. thank you, NetGalley for this arc audiobook in exchange for my honest review.

Sandie Jones' latest novel, "I Would Die for You" was a good book but not her best. While it was just ok, the narrator really made it better.

Audiobook definitely helped me gain more interest in the story. Really good. Held my attention and kept me guessing what was going on. Enjoyed the characters and the plot. Flew through this book in 2 Days. Definitely recommend for a good quick mystery! Thank you NetGalley for this ARC

I had a rough time with this book. I wanted to get hooked in, but just couldnt.

Thank you for this audio arc!

I guess this is a fangirl thriller??? I imagine the band as like a Beatles/One Direction hybrid, with a side of hard drugs.

The story has a dual timeline, and bounces from the late 80s to 2011. One sister (Cassie) is a major fan of a boy bad, and her older sister (Nicole) thinks it’s silly… until she meets the dreamy frontman and begins an affair she must keep secret.

Enter: drugs and drama! There’s a messy scene at a hotel, that sent Nicole fleeing her family and country. She’s kept her involvement secret from everyone - including her husband. But the past always has a way of catching up! (Dun dun dun!!!)

I Would Die For You was just ok. While I did like trying to piece together the lies/secrets to figure out what was real and what wasn’t… I felt the story was SO long and then it just ended very abruptly. The “excitement” wasn’t even all that exciting.

3 stars.

Thanks to #NetGalley for the audio ARC for review!

I absolutely loved this book! With a dual timeline, the story begins in 2011 with Nicole who lives in California with her husband and young daughter. She is working as an activist in the community trying to help save the seals. One day there is a knock on her door. Before her is a woman who begins asking her questions about her past. A little while later, she goes to the bus stop to pick up her daughter, but she is not on the bus. Her daughter's friend tells her that her "aunt" picked her up from school.......except, she does not have an aunt. Panicked, Nicole calls the police and a search gets underway. Thankfully they find her safe and sound, but this is only the beginning for Nicole and what is about to unfold.

The story then brings the reader back to the 1986 where we are introduced to a younger Nicole and her little sister, Cassie who is 16 years old. Cassie is a super fan of the hottest band on the scene and has huge a crush on the lead singer, Ben. Cassie goes to all of the concerts and events, working her way backstage with the groupies to try to be close to him. Unbeknownst to her, Nicole encounters Ben in a bar. The two hit it off and start secretly seeing each other. This love triangle is a recipe for disaster.

Moving back and forth between the 1980's and 2011, this fast-paced tale of obsession unfolds set to a rock and roll backdrop. The book struck a chord as many of us can remember that one heartthrob or celebrity crush we pined after.... though maybe not to this degree!!

The only disappointment I had was with the ending. The buildup was so intense with everything happening so quickly which was exciting, but the end of the book itself was abrupt, and I was left disappointed wanting more. This led me to think, was I disappointed because I didn't like that it ended the way that I did? Or was I disappointed because the flurry of events had me so wound up that I just did not want it to and was simply left wanting more. I guess that will be up to you to decide :)

This was my first book by Sandie Jones, but definitely not my last!

I would like to thank MacMillan audio for the ARC copy of the audio version of this book to listen to and review. The narrator did an absolutely tremendous job bringing the different characters to life!

This comes out March 25, 2025!

WOW, this was a wild ride of a book. This was face paced, gripping, edge of your seat the whole time you are listening leaving you breathless, heart racing listen. This is a perfect mix of wild psychological thriller and mentally unstable characters. At first the dual timelines had me confused, but I picked up on that really fast. This is a case of celebrity fandom gone wrong, with obsessive groupies and fans that makes me think twice about how I idolize certain celebrities.

Brief backstory:
So we start out in 2011 with Nicole and her ex-Army husband Brad and their daughter Hannah who is 9, in Coronado California. Cue Zoe, a young writer who wants to talk to Nicole about the downfall of Secret Oktober, a 80s British band. Zoe is digging into the lead singer Ben Edwards, and as soon as Nicole hears that name she freaks out and kicks Zoe out of her house.

Here we get to the worst part, Nicole and Brads Daughter is missing from her school. She finds out that Hannah was taken from her school by her aunt. Brad doesnt have a sister so shes starting to panic more because who has her child. Hannah has been kidnapped, but by who, does this have ties to Nicole's past?

The next timeline in the book is set in London 1986, Nicole is singing at open mic nights and is a bartender. Nicole left h0me because of her overbearing father, leaving behind her mother who has cancer and her 16 year old sister Cassie. Cassie since Nicole left home had fallen into a dangerous crowd with her new friend Amelia, a groupie always looking for her next thrill. Amelia became obsessed with Secret Oktober's member Michael, while Cassie was obsessed with Ben Edwards. Nicole meets Ben leading to the chaos that goes onto happen in 2011.

What exactly happened in 1986? Why was the band torn apart? What happened leading to the death, and who did it? Will this come back to haunt Nicole's life in 2011? Get ready to be on the edge of your seat while reading or listening to this book.

Read this if you like:
Psychological Thrillers
Celebrity Fandom gone wrong
Mystery
Dual Timeline
Secrets
Deadly Obsession
Tense Fast Paced


Thank you so much to NetGalley and Macmillian Audio for the ALC(advance listening copy)
I wrote this review voluntarily