This was a gripping read. I couldn't wait to find out the ending. I didn't particularly like the parts told from Niall's view point but loved the overall story.

When I Was You by Minka Kent will require you to suspend all manner of disbelief, but will reward you with a roller coaster of twists, turns, and surprises.

Brienne Dougray is suffering from severe memory loss following a traumatic event. Her only solace comes from her friendship with tenant Dr, Niall Emberlin, who becomes Brienne's only source of support in a world that she has created for herself, one of self-imposed isolation. As Brienne's trust and confidence in Niall continue to grow, she is stunned to discover that someone has assumed her identity, beginning a quest not only to find answers, but to reclaim the life which is so rightfully hers. But whom can you trust when you're not even sure of your own mind, and everything you thought you knew to be true is suddenly blurred beyond recognition?

This is a fun read that demands the reader take a leap of faith and, for me, the leap was one well worth taking.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer for this ARC.

Was ok. The first 1/2 of the book was a bit slow. The last 1/2 moved a lot quicker. Good ending. Some gaps that make it tough to read.

Thanks NetGalley for the arc.

Wow, this was such a good one! I started this book not knowing too much about it, but I became hooked and loved it!
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Brienne rarely leaves the house since her attack last year. She makes sure the doors are always locked, and even got a roommate, Niall, so she wouldn’t have to be alone. Then, she mysteriously gets a key one day to an apartment in her name. After looking her up, this woman has the same name, car, appearance, and even orders the same drink order. Who is this woman and why is she so similar to Brienne?
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I loved getting to know Brienne’s character and watching her change as the story goes on. I was so intrigued and wanted to know why there were two of this woman with the same name. Who should I trust? I also really enjoyed having part of the story from Niall’s point of view because it gave new perspective of the story and gave me more insight into his character. The twist wasn’t majorly surprising, but I was still hooked to see how the following events would play out. I loved this one and really enjoyed the ending too!
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Thank you Netgalley for the copy! The book is out now!!

Brienne Dougray, after surviving a near death attack, has isolate herself from the world, She barely leaves home, her friends had abandoned her and she is suffering from debilitating headache. Amidst all of this the only distraction in her life is her new tenant Dr. Niall Emberlin. He is charming, handsome, empathetic and caring.

But her world is turned upside down whe discovers there is another Brienne Dougray with same hair, same bag, same car, same clothes and it is as if she is living the life Brienne used to live before her accident. To find out who is she Brienne has to leave the comfort of her house and face the world once again.

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Can I just say I am truly blown by this book!! It has all the elements of a perfect psychology thriller. You actually keep guessing till the end that what will happen next.

Character development is the true star element of this book. They are highly unpredictable, convincing, manipulative and very interesting to read. They hooked you, make them like and the show their true colors.

I am a sucker for a high drama ending and this book completely satisfy that hunger. The ending will shock you and make you cry at the same time.

My only problem was that the suspense was revealed a little bit soon. The author could have drag that main suspense element a little bit more and then reveal it in a dramatic way. It is just my opinion.

Still apart from that the book has enough ups and downs to make it a one sitting read. And even you keep thinking that actually who is one step ahead in this game. I am truly and utterly impressed by the writing.

I would recommend this book to everyone who is looking for a good psychology thriller.

🌟🌟🌟💫 raised to 4.

Brienne is brutally beaten, something that leaves her scared and scarred. She is convinced she was targeted and her identity, her life stolen. Enter Niall Emberlin, a doctor who rents a room from Brienne and watches out for her. He seems to understand her, until he drops a bombshell.

Told in two voices, you hear Brienne’s side and the Niall’s side, then a combination. Suspenseful in the beginning as Brienne deals with identity theft and the trauma of being assaulted. Then you hear all about Niall, and things fall into place. The last part is their coming together and figuring out how the story will end.

The author adds to the suspense by keeping the last chapters very short, going back and forth between the main characters. The characters are definitely flawed, leaving you feeling sorry on minute and frustrated the next, and angry at best. Fast paced, perfect for a cozy night in or a vacation read.

I received this book as an Amazon First Read, and it must have sounded so good, I requested it again from NetGalley! Opinion is mine alone!

Review was also left on B&N and Amazon.

This was a great read once you get past the first quarter of the book, which was VERY repetitive. Brienne's scared emotional state and her need to find out who took her identity became boring after the first ten mentions or so. The reader knows how she feels because that is the premise of the book! Once you get past the annoying beginning, this is a great read.

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! No spoilers. 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. Truly Amazing and appreciated the whole story. This is going to be a must read for many many readers. Maybe even a book club pick.

I love a good thriller and this was one I couldn't put down. There was a sense of unease about it right from the beginning but it was hard to guess exactly what was going on. Then everything became clear and from then on it was just wondering what was going to happen next!! Lots of twists and turns and unexpected alliances. It's really frightening when you realize how easily identity theft can occur - - and what someone can do to your life!

6 months after a brutal attack Brienne is finally trying to get her life back to normal, but suffering from severe migraines and memory loss it's harder than she expected. She decided to get a live in tenant at her home and decides on Niall Emberlin who is a Doctor and he starts acting very strange... Brienne receives a set of keys in the mail for an apartment she didn't rent and finds out there is an exact replica of her going around town, who is this double who is trying to take over her life? with no family and no friends she has to figure out who this stranger is that is trying to impersonate her!

The whole end half of the book I was literally yelling CALL THE POLICE, the book did get a little bit maddening over the fact that she just wanted to do things herself, but overall it was a good easy read.

Thankyou netgally and publishers for the early release of this book.

I loved this book. From the very beginning, I was immediately hooked. Stayed up all night to finish it and am glad I did!

Brienne Dougray has suffered through trauma in her life. She was raised by her grandparents after she was taken away from her neglectful mother. Six months ago she was brutally stabbed and beaten and left for dead in an alley. Her wallet, purse, and watch were stolen as well. She's left with OCD, nightmares, migraines, PTSD, and a traumatic brain injury. She's also left with fear.

Brienne's fear is strong enough that she rarely leaves the house and her friends encourage her to take on a tenant. She does, Niall Emberlin, and quickly becomes co-dependent on him. Her friends start disappearing from her life and all she is left with is Niall.

A mysterious key arrives at her house and when Brienne starts to investigate she discovers someone is living their lives as her. A whole other Brienne Dougray is living the life she used to live before the attack, down to their social media presence. She contacts a private investigator who treats her like she's crazy so she decides to investigate on her own. Niall eventually gets involved and Brienne starts to doubt her own sanity.

There are twists and turns aplenty in this book. Just when you think you have it all figured out you are thrown a curve ball that sends you in another direction. I finished this book in a couple hours because I just could not find a good place to stop. I wanted to know every detail and didn't put it down until I was finished!

I know some readers, like me, will wonder why Brienne didn't go to the police at several times during the course of the book. Please, keep in mind that she was a victim and felt that the police had failed her by not finding her attacker. This mentality, along with the gaslighting and other aspects in the plot, can lead people to irrational decisions. That being said, I'll ask again...Brienne, why the hell didn't you go to the police?!

This book is slow for the first little bit but I appreciate it because Ms. Kent really gets into the details of what happens when someone isolates themselves from the world. Once the action gets going, however, it just doesn't stop. Fast paced page turner for sure!

Pick up this book ASAP. You will not be disappointed. This is the first book I've read by Ms. Kent but I am a fan now and am looking forward to reading more by her.

A million thanks to NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer for allowing me to read this book in exchange for a review. It was an absolute pleasure.

When I Was You by Minka Kent is another outstanding and unputdownable read by this author. Just like The Stillwater Girls is When I Was You a gripping thriller of it's finest with a storyline that kept me in suspense from start til the last page. A truly unputdownable read, excellent written, beautifully thought out and beautifully told.
Brienne is living a reclusing life after being viciously attacked. She seldom leaves her home and her only contact is her tenant. Niall, a doctor at the local hospital is a quiet man. But what Brienne not - yet - knows, he spun a web around her , an evil and masterminded web.
I read the book, cover to cover, in one sitting, I literally couldn't put it down.
I highly recommend the book, 5+ stars.

I really liked this book. I'm a huge fan of Minka and I love all her books. This one was definitely addictive. I was hooked from the very first page. All the twists and turns leave you guessing. It's a great thriller that deserves to be read.

Thank you Netgalley, the author and publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

A quick read that was way too over the top. Hard to believe, unlikeable characters, the writing was engaging and I enjoyed the pace but I found the book just way too unbelievable and wanted to scream just call the police!

This is my second Minka Kent novel, but it won’t be my last. Brienne suffered a random attack with left her suffering from migraine headaches. She decided to take in a border to ease her nerves, and feels fortunate that Niall, a kind oncologist from the local hospital moves in. Soon Brienne snoops around and finds that Niall is married. Brienne’s life becomes twisted with Niall’s and there will only be one victor.

All I want is an answer. An explanation. And for this to end. I don't even need an apology despite the fact that it's beyond reprehensible to inflict mental trauma on someone who has already been victimized.

3.5 stars rounded to 4

The best advice I can give you about When I Was You is. despite the incredibly slow pacing at the beginning, to keep reading. Once you hit the 40% mark, the novel kicks into gear, and the action is fast-paced and fun.

Told from dual perspectives, those of Brienne and Niall, I have to admit the story is a bit far-fetched. The characters actions, particularly Brienne's, could easily be construed as "off-the-wall."
Hey, who knew gaslighting was so believable?

Not only was this my Amazon First pick for January, I also received an ARC from the publisher (many thanks). The opinions are entirely my own. Overall, I'm satisfied. Minka Kent is a very engaging writer, despite a couple issues within the story.

Brienne is a prisoner in her own home after an attack leaves her with terrible headaches and memory loss. She relies on her new tenant, Dr. Niall Emberlin for support, but then she uncovers a disquieting piece of information. Someone else is living her life, with her name, her car and even friends. Will Brienne be strong enough to leave her “fortress” to confront this person? Kent has more than one bombshell hidden in this thriller and readers will be rapt

WOW talk about a mind twister. Get ready for a journey that you will think about after your done reading it. This is psychological thriller that keeps the reader intrigued and turning pages as fast as your little fingers will let it. I absolutely loved this story. The storyline was so interesting that it completely captivated me and was so intriguing that I couldn’t stop reading it until I finished with the very last word. I definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for an amazing book. Enjoy happy reading 📚
"I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book."

This is a gripping story that will keep you guessing. You will wonder who is who and what will happen next.

Brienne Dougray was brutally attacked and her attacker was never found. From that her whole world has been flipped upside down. She is afraid to leave her home and while she is there she is always on alert. When a friend suggest she get a tenant so there is someone living in the home with her she has no idea how her life will change.

Dr. Niall Emberlin moves into Brienne's home as her tenant and he is very helpful and comforting to her. When she discovers information in his room one day and then discovers there is another woman who has stolen her identity she starts to doubt everything she thought was true.

So many twist and turns in this book and oh so good. It is one that was hard to put down because I needed to know what was going to happen next. It will keep you guessing for sure.

I received an early copy from Netgalley to read and review with my honest opinion. This is a great book and I enjoyed it. It is 5 stars for me and I highly recommend it.