Single mother Lee has a lot on her plate. She has a son, Mason with special needs, works as a hairdresser from home, in her garage, and barely makes ends meet. If you thought this was going to be a typical story about an overworked mom living in a neighborhood she can barely afford while all of her friends have more money then she does, you would be sadly mistaken. When Grace, her closest friend suggests a weekend away from all the children, a girlfriends' getaway weekend, it seems more than Lee can handle. She's never left her son Mason alone, and yet Noah, Mason's tutor is willing to look after Mason while she is gone. Not only is Lee short on cash and always stressed, but she's falling for Noah, who doesn't seem to reciprocate her feelings. A girls weekend away sounds like paradise to Lee and with Noah watching Mason while she's away, even after an awkward declaration of her feelings for him, what could go wrong.

Unfortunately, one of the women doesn't survive the weekend away and everyone's life changes in ways that you couldn't have imagined. Everyone has a secret from Grace to Noah to Lee. The story is told from Lee, Grace, and Noah's POV, in the past and in the present, and wow, let's just say that my life at its most convoluted looks like a day at Disney compared to these three. How is it that these three characters lives are related? All I can say is that by the final page all will be revealed. The characters were well written and are connected in ways that you could never imagine. Several times I thought I knew where the author was going with the plot and while I guessed certain aspects of the story, I didn't see the whole picture.
The first book I have read by this author, and as it is going to be published in August, I think it would make a terrific beach read. 4.5 stars.

Just when you think you have this book figured out, think again!!! This book kept me on the edge of my seat … until the very last page!! I am still trying to get my head wrapped around this story and how it all played out!! This is my 2nd book by Rea Frey and I thought her first book was also gripping but this one …you just have to read until the end. I can’t give it away. Just read till the very end and you will not guess what happens. (or at least I didn’t) It did move a little slow for me in the middle of the book so for that reason, I'm giving it 4 stars. Still enjoyed it overall. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for this great book in return for my honest review.

Rea Frey's sophomore effort is nothing like her first book, with one exception, it's a FANTASTICALLY COMPULSIVE READ.

There are three main characters in this book... Lee, her son's tutor, Noah and her best friend, Grace. Every character is remarkably fleshed out, even Lee's son, Mason. Mason as a character was a pleasure to get to know and I'm so glad he held such an important role in this story.

It becomes obvious early on in this story that all three of these people have deep hidden secrets. The reader is left trying to decipher these secrets as well as how these mysteries connect the lives of these characters.

Secrets are slowly revealed, many, if not most, are guessable prior to their reveal. I don't know if this was on purpose or not but it definetly served the atmosphere of the story well.

So well that it allows you to get comfortable.

Too comfortable.

So comfortable that when everything you thought you knew is hurled out the window and you're left with that "Sixth Sense" moment, it's all the more jarring.

Definetly a book you'll want to re-read just so you can try to find any hints that you clearly missed the first time around.

4.5 Stars ⭐ rounded up


Thank you thank you thank you Jordan Hanley with St Martin's Press for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.💖

Because You're Mine was my first book by Rea Frey. I had heard great things about this book from some of my reading friends and after being in a "thriller rut" I was looking for something to get me out of it.

This book had all the elements of a great domestic thriller, highly detailed characters, mystery, and suspense. I think what I have been missing lately with thrillers is the ability to really get to know the characters and what happened in their pasts to play into their current situations and Frey did an amazing job with this aspect. I also loved getting to know Lee's son Mason. His character was great and I loved what a big role he had in this book.

This book had a perfect balance of thinking I had it all figured it out and also keeping me on the edge of my seat. Her writing is edgy and this book is full of secrets. I thought I knew what was happening and I was in for a big surprise at the end.

I am excited to read more of Frey's writing in the future! Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Its seems as if everyone has a secret, and the dramatic flash-forward beginning keeps us on the edge of our seats as the story unfolds. I loved the dictionary-inspired diary entries . They added depth and a new layer, kept the book moving in a fresh and novel way. We aren’t exactly sure who is penning them, which adds tension.

A story of deception and double-crosses, it's a fast-moving story with a host of complicated characters.

A very addictive read!
There are three main characters, Lee, Her best friend Grace, and her son Mason’s OT, Noah.
Early in the book, secrets are hinted at, by all three, and you think, this is too easy, I have it figured out.
Slowly you find out their secrets, most of which I did figure out before being revealed
BUT...
Just enough of a punch and a twist to it, that you keep reading. And you try to put it down to go to sleep, but your mind is spinning in circles so you pick it back up and continue.
The final secret was the one I did not guess.
This is a great and very addictive book!

For me, there were some violent scenes that were unsettling and bothered me, but not enough to put it down for good. Those scenes Are not the type of thing I normally read.

Thank you Netgalley for a great page turner!

This book is not as it seems... don’t even try to figure it out as I’m sure you won’t - I loved Not Her Daughter so was delighted when I saw Rea Frey had a second novel coming out. And even more delighted when I was able to snap up an ARC on Netgalley.

The story surrounds 3 main characters, each with their own complexities and issues. Lee; single mother to Mason, who has special needs, and she is struggling to make ends meet in her home hairdressing salon, Grace; her school Mum friend, a divorcee with one son, and Noah; the saviour tutor who understands Mason and spends his days tutoring him. He also has his demons in the past. The three of their relationships are linked in a way that is going to shatter them one way or another....
I liked the way the story was told, in each of their point of view, both past and present.
I did find it slightly slow to get into unlike her first novel, but once it got going I couldn’t put it down and needed answers. The story really ramps up after the school mums go on a weekend away and tragedy strikes. You’re left thinking how can this possibly play out... I thought I had it figured but no! The twist at the end was a shocker... I actually had to re-read the end several times just to make sure.
Emotional rollercoaster!
I gave the book 4 stars instead of 5 just because I felt it a little slow to get into and a little rushed at the end (maybe as I didn’t see the ending coming). But overall a fantastic read and highly recommended. Looking forward to the next one!

Thank you to NetGalley, Rea Frey and St. Martin's Press for this ARC.

Wow, just wow. This book was amazing! I love the perspectives of the three main characters, and how it was written in both past and present. The ending was a HUGE shocker that made me say "holy crap" out loud.

Wonderful book with a super shocker ending. Loved it.

This book was a thrilling ride from start to finish. As a mother, I understand the need to protect my child, but there are times when we just need a break. However, a mother's fear never takes breaks. And for Lee, she needs a break the most, but her fears are also deeply ingrained (as well they should be). The writing paired with the thrilling story propelled me from beginning to end in just a short couple of days. These characters were--are--real, and this story is gripping.

Thank you Rea Frey and St. Martin’s Press for gifting me a copy of this book in exchange of an honest review. All opinions are my own.

I rate this book a 5 out of 5 Stars.

Rea Frey, the amount of talent you have is astounding. I was lucky enough to be able to review “NOT HER DAUGHTER” and absolutely fell in love with it, so as soon as I saw Rea was writing another book, I knew I had to have it. This book I love just as equally, if not more than NHD.

First off, let’s start with the Note From The Author, Rea starts off this book with her own personal story, and when I read it, my first thought was “wow” I sent her a message, and I thanked her for her honesty, and for making herself very relatable to some of her readers. Make sure you read it!

I loved everyone, I loved that every single character was unreliable in one way or another. I didn’t know who to trust, and I felt like my head was spinning trying to keep up with them. (In the best way possible). I loved he formatting, the Parts 1, 2, 3, the alternating characters, the alternating between past, and present. The insights you get to Lee, Grace, and Noah. It was quite literally the best guessing game I have ever played. This was like a puzzle, and I had the pleasure of piecing this incredible story together.

There was so much complexity to this story, it wasn’t just a simple read. Everyone had a tragic, dark history, and even saying that, once I got to the end, I was completely blindsided, I was for sure I had it figured out, I had even messaged Rea and told her my guess. Happy to say, I was way off course! I am so happy that the ending was so mind blowing, and nothing I could have ever predicted.

When you read other reviews, stating this book is Compulsive, edge of your seat, twisted, evil, dark, creative, intense, thrill ride, atmospheric, etc. It is all of that, and so much more. It is dark, and delicious, heart breaking, and perfect, I LOVED EVERY. SINGLE. PAGE.

Shocking, suspenseful, and wow, I never saw that coming. Rea Frey's story about a group of friends, their children, and a very big secret will leave you with your jaw completely on the floor. Frey's writing is genius as what happens to the character who dies is given to the reader in the first chapter. Readers must wait to find out who it is who has died and must wait even longer to find out why. Not to worry though, as this book reads as smooth as butter. My eyeballs were glued to the pages and I couldn't wait to get home each day to pick it up and read. With a cast of strong-willed characters and ulterior motives, this book is sure to please fans of the mystery and suspense categories.

Thank you to Netgalley, Rea Frey, and St. Martin's Press for my ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I received a copy of from NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion. Thank you to the author and publisher for the opportunity.

5 Stars and here’s why:

Total book hangover. Read it in one night. Couldn’t put it down. Ms. Frey’s BECAUSE YOU’RE MINE is engaging and well written, but more importantly, she captured my attention from the get-go and I simply couldn’t stop reading. I just planted myself in a chair and devoured this story. There are so many twists and turns, and the plot is tightly woven, that the reader needs to pay attention to every nuance because just when you think something makes sense, bam! You’re going to be thrown for a loop and your heart will be pounding and your head will be spinning. I totally had whiplash trying to keep my wits about me while reading this story! This is my second book by this author, and I have to say, she knocked it out of the park.

If you like extraordinary writing, a plot-driven story with suspense and intrigue, plus well-drawn characters that have you thinking for days afterward, then this book is definitely for you. Highly recommend.

A group of friends decide to go away for the weekend and one of them ends up dead. The story starts out with a fall and the reader continues to tumble through the many twists and turns throughout the story.
This story has many surprises and a shock towards the end. I greatly enjoyed this story. It was never quite what it seemed.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the advanced copy of the book.

Wow this book blew me away.At first I found Lee a little irritating at first but with all of her stress it is understandable.I like Grace who is the supportive best friend and Noah who is the sensitive tutor who brings Lee's son out of his shell.All three have secrets.

This is told in in Grace's,Noah's and Lee's POV in both the present and past.Even with the flashbacks the pace remains fast and steady.The twist and turns make sense and manged to surprise me.

I've been burnt out on domestic thriller/dramas lately and this was a breath of fresh air.

I was so excited to read this book as I enjoyed this authors first book. I am so glad she wrote a second book, I enjoyed this book and I will keep this author on my TBR list !

I swear every time I read a book published by St. Martin's Press I discover another author I MUST follow. Rea Frey, I am delighted to say, is no exception.

I absolutely loved this book. The writing was clear, yet descriptive and stuck to the plot, no rambling. At the same time, the characters were fully developed, including backstory. The novel piques your interest in the beginning, then grabs hold and won't let go until it rockets to the end. Ah, the end, I love it when I don't see the final twist coming. Because You're Mine was a pleasure to read from the first chapter to the oh so satisfying end.

Come the first week of August, I'll be telling everyone this is a book not to be missed!

Wow! I LOVED this book! Frey's writing is absolutely engaging, incredible, exciting, etc. I really enjoy reading books about mothers and their children, so I jumped at the chance to read this one. This was probably the best book I have read this year so far. It was that good! I was surprised by the twists and turns along the way, and I was so engaged with the characters. I could not wait to see how the story unfolded. I highly recommend this one to all readers who are looking for a book they cannot put down!

Rea Frey is AMAZING. I read her first book (Not Her Daughter) through NetGalley and when I was contacted by her publisher about the second, jumped at the chance. Frey has a marvelous ability to develop characters that leap off the page (for good and ill) and to throw out-of-nowhere twists in when you absolutely least expect them. She has a brilliant writing style that is very engaging and compelling, with just enough twists, turns, and teasers to keep you guessing - and flipping pages furiously while you do.

The reveal in (literally) the last pages can be a dangerous plot forma - it backfires more often than it works, in my opinion, because most authors use it as a last-ditch attempt to save a faltering piece of plot. Not so AT ALL here - Frey works it to maximum advantage, using it not to tie up loose ends but to shatter a lot of what the reader thought based on the entirety of the story. In masterful hands, such a trick is not only fabulous to read but evidence of a marvelous ability to plot and plan that makes everything read up to that point feel like a game of cat and mouse with you, the reader, left hunting for the cheese...

I'd read Frey's grocery list at this point - she's that good. If you aren't familiar with her work, you should be!

I've been anxiously awaiting the release of this book! Thank goodness I didn't have to wait until the release date in August! I loved Rea's first book Not Without My Daughter, and I loved this book as well! I'll be ordering a copy for my library!

Wow. This book had me guessing from start to finish. I actually did an out loud WTF , shook my head, and went back a page to make sure I had it right. The story had everything you want in a thriller. Good characters, interesting back stories, twists and turns. I couldn’t put it down till I got to the unexpected and goose bump inducing ending.

Whoa...LOVED this book. It hooked me from the first page and I literally read for hours before finally making myself put it down. It reads super fast and the characters are totally engaging. My favorite book I've read in a long time.

Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

This is one of those books that gripped me by the throat and didn't let go! I loved Frey's first book so knew this one would have plenty of suspense and surprises and wow, did it ever! The story revolves around best friends Lee and Grace, their sons, and Noah, an occupational therapist and teacher. To say much more would simply not do justice to the novel; it just begs to be read! Past and present, secrets, lies, betrayal, deception...what's not to like? There is also sexual abuse, alcoholism, and drug use as well so if these bother you be aware. But it's just such a riveting plot that I couldn't stop reading. Literally gasped at the end...what???

I would normally give a bit of a recap of the plot here, but I won’t, because I could not do it justice. There were so many “oh my goodness” moments! You think you have just worked it out, and then there was another twist. That ending was so startling and unexpected that I defy anyone to work out what was going to happen! I did read the previous book, Not Her Daughter, by the author and loved it and this one is just as amazing, or even better. She sure knows how to tell a story and keep you on the edge of your seat. Highly recommended!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Special thanks to the author, the publisher and NetGalley for a free, electronic ARC of this novel.
“Because You’re Mine” is the newest novel by author Rea Frey, whose previous work, “Not Her Daughter” surprised and delighted me.
Single mother Lee has finally found a life that works for her and her sensitive son, Mason. She knows how he needs to adhere to a strict routine, and how he thrives in a controlled environment. One day, when her best friend Grace encourages her to go away on a girls’ weekend, Lee takes the biggest plunge of her life and leaves Mason with his teacher and mentor, Noah, and tries to enjoy some time with her friends. However, while on the retreat someone turns up dead. As secrets start to unveil with the help of a diary, it is soon discovered that Noah is not who he claims to be and Grace has some huge secrets of her own.
I thought I had predicted the twist in this novel early on. Even still, I was hooked form the beginning, desperate to see how it all played out! When I turned out to be mostly wrong, I was actually delighted (a feat that does not happen often for me).
All the characters had major secrets, and none of them are what you expect. From page one, the character development is top-notch and the plot weaves down a twisty-turny, thorny path. All this describes an author with years of experience honing her craft. However, as Frey is a new author, her storytelling speaks to her innate skill and creativity. She was simply born to write.
Mason’s eccentricities are honest and charming, and I was completely hooked from the start. Anyone who loves a special need child knows the delight in their brutal honesty and the joys that a small gesture can bring. Frey is upfront and delightful in her depiction of such needs, and there are no excuses or justifications, Mason simply fits into the world as only he can.
From the powerful, heart-wrenching authors’ note at the beginning (and I highly suggest you read every word), to the surprise ending, “Mine” is gripping, suspenseful and completely immersive.

Wow. I absolutelyloved this book. Fast moving. Lots of twists and turns. At first I didn't like the back and forth between past and present, but I got used to it and it was fine. I never did figure out the ending. I had idea but wasn't right. I would highly redeemed this. Interesting learning about the autistic child too. Thank you to netgalley for letting me preview this book for honest review.
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First, I want to thank Rea Frey, St. Martin’s Griffin, and NetGalley for providing me with this book so I may bring you with this review.

Rea Frey seriously brought out all of sorts of emotions in this reader in Because You’re Mine. There were many moments in the story where Rea totally shocked me that I never saw coming. Moments where I stress you will need a box of tissues!! Not to mention all the secrets that this book has that eventually will come out. This was a must-read book though.

This book may not be for everyone as it deals with some difficult subjects that may trigger some. Some of those topics are rape, bearing a child out of rape, suicide, alcoholism, your best friend dating your father, etc.
In the very beginning of this book Rea writes an extremely personal note to her readers. She tells her extremely brave story about the time her teenage boyfriend raped her and how it affected her afterword’s. She also lists some great references if you or anyone you know have been sexually abused or having suicidal thoughts.

My favorite character in this book was Mason. The book didn’t come out and literally say it but all the traits were there he had Asperger’s. Ironically, I had the honor of babysitting a 8 year old boy by the name of Mason who had this. He too like the character in the book was so incredibly bright and didn’t like change either. Many scenes with Mason pulled on my heart strings big time. Not to mention I have a soft spot for children and adults with this disorder.

One thing I could feel while reading this book was that Rea was very passionate about Mason and Wyatt (another boy with Asperger’s) story line and that it was close to her heart! This made for a more special read.
Sadly, the book didn’t hook me right always. It took a little bit to really grab my attention. However, when it did I was totally hooked and could not put it down.

Lee, Grace, and Noah have secrets...How do their lives intersect and which one has the darkest secret.? Mason is the on the spectrum son that Lee must keep safe. There are many twists and turns and you will be blown away by the surprise ending. Thanks to St. Martin’s Press and to NetGalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

Fantastic psychological book! What a surprising twist at the end! Definitely one of my favorite books!!

What a detailed novel, every scent and movement is documented.
It cracks you apart from the start and keeps reeling you in as you anticipate what comes next.
The death of Lee is complex and deep. This story is gripping right to the last page.

This is an absolutely amazing, mesmerizing, can’t put it down novel! It is full of emotion, twists and turns, and believable characters. The ending did surprise me, but the author laid the groundwork so completely throughout the entire book, that it was totally believable. I love books like this! Brilliant idea and exceptional plotting. Please make this one into a movie!

Thanks to NetGalley, the author and publisher for an advanced reading copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

You think you know…you think you have the story figured out right? It was just an accident..or was it?

Thank you #netgalley and #stmartinspress for the #arc of this suspenseful story!

It took a minute to grab my attention but, a quarter of the way through and I was hooked!! This book is number two for Rea Frey and I think she’s two for two! Thoroughly enjoyed and couldn’t put it down!

Lee is the mom of Mason, an autistic boy who’s wise beyond his years and feels alone in the mist of her friends. Noah is Masons therapist who Lee has a crush on, but does he have more to do with the story than they’re letting on? This story takes some good twists and turns and goes between the past and present.

Must read!!

It was off to a good start! The story was alluring it did draw me in.. I kept turning the pages to find out the big mystery.. but about midway through the book i felt like the story started to drift off and became too lengthy in the chapters and i started to lose interest. other than that i thought it was a good book . i like the characters they felt believable and you could feel their emotions coming out through the story! it is a riveting suspense!

I received invite so I requested
I read her book, 'Not Her Daughter" and that book surprised me off my feet

Having a child myself with Sensory Processing Disorder,
I understand the hypersensitivity and hypo-sensitivity. I felt for her dealing with it as a parent.

"The truth will set you free
but the lies are what keeps me safe"

This book has twists and will make you want to sneak around the turn.
You will keep reading to discover the conclusion.

Wow! There aren’t words to describe this story! You have to read it yourself. This is a didn’t stop reading until I finished it book. A riveting story of friendship, family, love and secrets. Immerse yourself in the lives of Grace and Lee. Two friends who each have secrets of their own and what they are afraid to reveal to the other.

I wAs given an advanced copy to read in exchange for an honest review.

I enjoyed this book. I really loved how it had so many twists and turns. I recommend this read for anyone who likes a story that keeps you guessing until the end.

Single mother Lee has the daily routine down to a science: shower in six minutes. Cut food into perfect squares. Never leave her on-the-spectrum son Mason in someone else’s care. She’ll do anything—anything—to keep his carefully constructed world from falling apart. Do anything to keep him safe.

But when her best friend Grace convinces her she needs a small break from motherhood to recharge her batteries, Lee gives in to a weekend trip. Surely a long weekend away from home won’t hurt?
Noah, Mason’s handsome, bright, charismatic tutor—the first man in ages Lee’s even noticed—is more than happy to stay with him.
Forty-eight hours later, someone is dead.

I definitely felt connected to these characters and was engrossed with the story from page one. When they say you don't see that ending coming, they mean it! It was a complete shock, I'm still thinking about it even after hours of having finished this book. Highly recommend!

Thank you #NetGalley and #st.martinsbooks for the ARC of Because You're Mine by Rea Frey
Pub Date: 06 Aug 2019

Man. Oh. Man. That was awesome.

I was hooked from page 1 and it didn’t disappoint. Rea Frey did an awesome job with leaving little Easter eggs for the reader to look back on when the twists and turns happened. Most impressive was how the book turned your world upside-down by the end, just when you thought you had it figured out.

Characters were great - easy to get to know and interesting enough that you wanted to always learn more about their histories. They felt like they could be your own friends, very likeable..

I really wish I had someone to talk to about this book! It was fantastic and I’ll be thinking about it for a while.

What an amazing ride this book was....starts off fast paced ..... hooked from the start and it just keeps going full steam ahead.......until the end.....I promise you , you will not see the end coming.....you might think you do but you won’t.
I’m a big Rea Frey fan, her first book was awesome and this one was just as good if not better. Go check her out!

Thank you st Martin's Press for giving me the opportunity to read this book. I loved the authors previous book, Not Her Daughter , so I was excited to read this new book . The book did not disappoint . Absolutely loved the characters . They were very well developed. The whole book was full of secrets , betrayal , guilt and lies. It goes from a fight between Lee and grace who seem to be the best of friends to a tragedy . Then to top it off the surprise ending that left me with chills . If you want a wonderful read full of suspense your going to want to buy this book, and be prepared because you won't be able to set it down!

I was drawn right into this well written thriller.One of those books that Incould not putt down and the ending wow never expected.thanks#netgalley #st.martinsbooks.

Oh my gosh. I started reading the book with great anticipation. I admit to being a bit disappointed and restarted the book twice trying to differentiate the characters and felt like it was just dragging. And then WHAM! This was intentional and lulled me into no expectations so I was completely rattled as events unfolded. I could not put this book down and my emotions were all over the place. Even when I thought I knew the direction it was going, I was wrong. It really makes me look twice at neighbors or co workers who I feel like I know well only to have no idea what circumstances they’ve endured and the resulting personality quirks that ensued. We all have secrets so who do we trust? I wish there were more than 5 stars and should come with a warning... This is a call in sick to work kind of book. #netgalley #stmartinspress #reafrey

Wow! I love this book. I read the whole book in one sitting, I couldn’t put it down, It is an amazing, well thought out domestic mystery novel. It has believable, true to life characters and the writing has a pleasing flow. The author has a wonderful talent for establishing the relationships of all the characters. The ending I did not see coming. This is an awesome read. I look forward to reading more books from this author. I was provided an advance reader copy of this book by NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

Because You're Mine by Rea Frey kept me riveted with its twists and turns, including a last second surprise that was totally unexpected! Her second novel, Ms. Frey has learned much since writing Not Her Daughter, which I felt had far too many holes in the plot to be viable. Because You're Mine has likable characters with challenging pasts who are quick to help each other when times are rough. Lee has a son on the autism spectrum and her friend Grace is always there to lend a hand. Noah, Lee's son's tutor is also there to help with raising Mason and they are a great team, until tragedy strikes and Grace and Noah must pick up the pieces. A uniquely suspenseful story that shocks you until the very last page. Don't miss this one!

Wow! This one drew me in from the beginning and kept me riveted until the end. And the ending .... not at all what I was expecting. Great job weaving the past with the present. Overall, just FANTASTIC!! Loved Rea Frey's first book; LOVED this one. This definitely needs to be on your TBR list.

Thank you #netgalley and #stmartinspress for the eARC,

This domestic mystery was a great, easy read. The characters were all so well defined. Mason, the six year old character was very realistic, and he captured my heart . Great story line, with many secrets. I thought I know the ending, I was wrong. Really enjoyed this book, will continue to follow this author. I would highly recommend it to friends and family. Thank you for the advanced copy.

A bit of a domestic thriller. Three lives and perspectives intersect in unpredictable ways. I think this would be a great beach book! It is quick reading and the plot is complicated but not so dense you can't read a ton in one sitting! A mysterious death, people with unknown pasts and secrets. All very compelling stuff.

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Beyond amazing I enjoyed this book so very much. The characters and storyline were fantastic. The ending I did not see coming Could not put down nor did I want to.

Because You're Mine
Rea Frey

Description
An “insidious, suspenseful tale” (J.T. Ellison) with a “shocker of an ending you won’t see coming” (Michele Campbell), Because You're Mine by Rea Frey, the author who “brings to mind Jodi Picoult” (Booklist) and “will appeal to readers of Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen” (Sally Hepworth) is a novel about how the truth will set you free.

But it’s the lies that keep you safe.

Single mother Lee has the daily routine down to a science: shower in six minutes. Cut food into perfect squares. Never leave her on-the-spectrum son Mason in someone else’s care. She’ll do anything—anything—to keep his carefully constructed world from falling apart. Do anything to keep him safe.

But when her best friend Grace convinces her she needs a small break from motherhood to recharge her batteries, Lee gives in to a weekend trip. Surely a long weekend away from home won’t hurt?
Noah, Mason’s handsome, bright, charismatic tutor—the first man in ages Lee’s even noticed—is more than happy to stay with him.
Forty-eight hours later, someone is dead.
But not all is as it seems. Noah may be more than who he claims to be. Grace has a secret—one that will destroy Lee. Lee has secrets of her own that she will do anything to keep hidden.
As the dominoes begin to fall and the past comes to light, perhaps it's no mystery someone is gone after all…
Because You're Mine is a breathtaking novel of domestic drama and suspense.
Prepare to stay up all night.
** Thank you, NetGalley for the opportunity for an advance copy of Because You're Mine* for an honest review.

This book keeps you guessing to the very end. There are plenty of twists and turns until the last page with surprises. When you think you have it figured out, you are wrong. It was one you feel fully invested in, and I read the book in one day. GREAT !! 5 plus.

So I sat down about four hours ago with the intent to start reading this book - just the first few chapters. Here we are, four hours later, and I devoured the entire book. That’s how good it is. The story is told in three different perspectives. I made a lot of assumptions while reading this but I was wrong every time. The storyline was riveting but I also fell in love with the way the author approached sensitive topics such as sexual assault, alcoholism, and suicide. All subjects were appropriately integrated into the story. I felt empathy for each characters’ struggle - it felt like I really knew these people. I also loved how none of the characters were perfect, yet they were all likable. I think some of the secondary characters were *mostly* useless, though they did add some comic relief.

I had read the author's first book and enjoyed it. I enjoyed this one even more. It is a well written book that does a good job of moving from past to present. In addition, the book had a number of fun surprises. A book that I would recommend to others.