All the Dangerous Things centers on Isabelle, a mother whose infant son went missing a year ago. Plagued by insomnia and guilt, she becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth, even as she starts to question her own reality. The intriguing premise, along with Stacy Willingham’s tense, emotional storytelling, makes for a solid 4-star read. Karissa Vacker's narration is a standout—her performance perfectly captures Isabelle’s unraveling state of mind, adding depth and intensity to the audiobook experience. Vacker's voice keeps you hooked and brings the psychological tension to life.

I'm not sure if Stacy Willingham's books are for me. While I think this delivered exactly what it promised, the plot is just a little slow and predictable for me. I liked it, but didn't love it.

Great thriller, a bit of a slow burn, maybe too much of a slow burn for me, but I like Willingnham's writing style and will def continue to pick up her books

Stacy Willingham's "All the Dangerous Things" is a breathtaking thriller that grabs you from the first page and never lets go. With its intricate plot, compelling characters, and relentless suspense, this novel is a standout in the world of psychological thrillers.

From the outset, Willingham plunges readers into a world of secrets and deception. The protagonist, a complex and flawed woman grappling with her past, finds herself entangled in a web of lies that threatens everything she holds dear. As the story unfolds, layers of suspense are meticulously peeled back, revealing shocking revelations and twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats.

The characters in "All the Dangerous Things" are masterfully crafted. Each one feels distinct and fully realized, with motivations that drive their actions and decisions. The protagonist's journey of self-discovery is both harrowing and empowering, as she confronts her own demons while navigating the treacherous waters of trust and betrayal.

Willingham's writing is taut and atmospheric, creating a palpable sense of tension that permeates every page. The pacing is relentless, with short, punchy chapters that propel the narrative forward at breakneck speed. The author's ability to maintain suspense while delving into deep emotional truths is nothing short of remarkable.

Moreover, the novel's setting is vividly rendered, from the gritty city streets to the secluded cabins in the wilderness. Each location serves as a backdrop for the unfolding drama, enhancing the sense of danger and unpredictability that permeates the story.

"All the Dangerous Things" is not just a thriller; it's a meditation on identity, resilience, and the lengths we will go to protect those we love. Stacy Willingham has crafted a gripping tale that will resonate with readers long after they turn the final page. For fans of Gillian Flynn and Paula Hawkins, this novel is a must-read that exemplifies the very best of the genre. Prepare to be enthralled, shocked, and ultimately moved by this riveting masterpiece of suspense.

This was a good story and I enjoyed the voice of the narrator. It kept me from listening all the way to the end.

“All the Dangerous Things” by Stacy Willingham is a psychological thriller that delves into memory, mental health, and buried secrets. Isabelle Drake, a recent insomniac, is desperate to find her kidnapped son, Mason. Partnering with true crime podcaster Waylon Spencer, Isabelle unravels disturbing memories from her past, questioning everyone’s culpability, including her own. Willingham’s novel grips readers with its suspenseful exploration of truth and trust.

“All the Dangerous Things” weaves insomnia, trauma, and motherhood into a chilling narrative. The relentless pursuit of answers keeps you guessing until the final revelation.

Thank you Netgalley and publishers for this egalley.
I have really enjoyed Willingham's style. She is masterful at twists and turns and always catches me off guard with the ending. All the Dangerous Things is no different. The story follows Isabella Drake, who has lost her son. Its been one year sonce she has held Mason and she hasnt had a more than an hour of rest.
The book bounces between timelines, where you learn some questioning things about Isabella that makes you wonder what is real.

Excellent book! I really enjoyed how the story was crafted.

Stacy Willingham delivers a gut punch in this one. I knew there was more to the story and Isabelle’s son’s disappearance. I was not expecting what I never thought. All the ideas I had were not the case. I’ve read all of Willingham’s books & she’s one of my favorites - a must-read author of #thrillers.

Karissa Vacker is a favorite narrator and she once again delivered different voices in the perfect way!

Thank you ,Stacy Willingham, Minotaur Books Macmillan Audio & netgalley for my audiobook copy! All opinions are my own.

Netgalley gifted me free copy of this audio book in exchange for my honest review. I have been sitting on this one for a while now, thinking about my rating. I really enjoyed this story, and quite a bit more than the author's previous work. In this one, you follow a slightly unlikeable main character, whose son disappeared from his bedroom. She is married to an apparently supportive and winner of a husband. Both have had their own tragedies independently and now they have lost their only child in a mysterious disappearance. She pursues a podcaster to tell her story and keep the media attention alive in the search for her son. I was so engaged with the writing style and the pacing of this story. The twists were perfectly timed and just wild enough to drop my jaw. Like Willingham's previous work, I had a tiny qualm with her overuse of certain words, but this was minor in comparison to A Flicker in the Dark. This was an addicting read that I would highly recommend.

Whoa! This book!
CONSTANT twists and turns.
I would absolutely recommend to everyone!
The narrator was spectacular!

I listened to the audio version of this book. The narration is not the best, but did not distract me from the story. I enjoyed how the feelings and emotions of several characters played an important role in the plot of the story and kept me guessing even after I thought I had the case solved. Not only would this be a good book for regular fans of the thriller genre, but it would also be a good gateway book for someone who would like to try out a thriller without too much violence or trauma. I look forward to reading more books by this author!

This was my first Stacy Willingham novel and it did NOT disappoint. People are always raving on her and I totally get the hype now!!

This was requested when I first found out about NetGalley and I had requested so many ARCs that I could not get to all of them before they were archived. I really wanted to get to this one, as it seemed interesting. If I can find this somewhere for a reasonable price, I will try to get it! I am giving this book three stars, as I don't want to give it a good or bad rating, since I did not get to it and we have to leave a star rating.

I have a hard time with books that have sad parts involving toddlers since I have one of my own and I have high anxiety. That makes this book a hard read for me

Oh my goodness, this book is so good! Full of layers and twists, I started listening and never wanted to stop! This story always features a really important message about the societal expectations put on women, especially mothers and I loved it. The narration is also perfectly done by Karissa Vacker!

All the Dangerous Things by Stacy Willingham is a psychological thriller about memory and mental health, about questioning your own mind and your own past. Isabella Drake is grieving the loss of her toddler son, Mason. He was kidnapped from his crib when Isabelle and her husband, Ben were sleeping in another room. A year later the missing child’s case has gone cold. But Isabelle has not been able to sleep since then. The story is told in a first person with an unreliable narrator. Isabelle turns to anyone who will listen to her including true crime podcaster, which changes things for her. Isabelle is now forced to look inward, seeking answers to questions she had kept buried inside. Questions from her childhood and the incident that happened when Isabelle lived with her mother, father and sister. That something was covered up and never spoken about. Something that Isabelle knows she was involved in, but can’t place what exactly it was that forces her to face some unknown/forgotten truths. Imagine being in a situation where you do not who you are and what you’re capable of but you have a vague inclination of somethings that have been happening that could’ve been your fault? Yea, that’s not great, right! But, its exactly what Isabelle has to go through on a daily basis especially after the horrible event of losing her child. Now Isabelle even suspects herself wondering it was her fault that Mason is missing!
This book deals with the self-blaming we as parents tend to do, especially due to guilt–both perceived and real! I think that is one of the strongest parts of this book. The twist at the end was jaw dropping and was worth the drag in the middle parts. This was a riveting thriller and I did enjoy it but I loved A Flicker in the Dark more. So, I’m giving it 3.5 stars rounded down to 3.

I almost gave up on this book because I thought I knew where it was going and it was the one kind of story that might trigger me. I am so glad I kept on. The narrator was amazing and the MC's quest to find her son, mixed with the trauma of her past was so well done that it kept me guessing the whole way through.

I found this book highly digestible and easy to read. I flew through the audio of this book and overall had a fun time with the story.

I do feel like at times, it was a bit predictable. However, that didn't detract from my enjoyment of the book as a whole. I found that I went through a range of emotions around our main character and in the end was mostly satisfied with the ending.

I also think the audiobook is very well narrated and would recommend picking it up along side this book!

**Read an ARC from Netgalley Rating : 4 Stars

I don’t know how I feel about this one it was a really well written books but some of the tropes on this one were just not for me. This story follows Isabella months after her son mysteriously disappeared causing her marriage to fall apart. After running into a podcaster she starts looking into other things that may have happened this is when Isabella realizes that she is sleep walking again making her afraid she did something to her son and doesn’t remember. This book was a good domestic thriller if you are a fan of unreliable narrators. Me personally never liked them and feel like that is hindering my enjoyment of this book. That being said the writing is amazing and the twists are great. I really want to pick up more from this author in the future. Idid listen to the audiobook and really enjoyed the narrator they were easy to understand and entertaining. I would like to thank netgalley and the publishers for a chance to read this book for an honest review.

In this book, we follow Isabelle, a mother who has had her son taken from her and since that time hasn't been able to sleep. Her insomnia plays a crucial role in the story line, impacting our ability to count her as a reliable narrator. She connects with a true crime podcaster and continues the search for her son, Mason. The deeper she digs, the more information about herself she uncovers.

This book was a decent story, but it wasn't as thrilling of a thriller as I'd like. It is undoubtedly more domestic of a thriller, involving families and children and the secrets that sometimes lurk in family trees. Isabelle isn't exactly likable, but I think it's universal to feel the pain of a mother who is looking for her taken child.

In the end, I'd call this an average read. I enjoyed it, but there wasn't anything that really stuck with me. I enjoyed the narration, and the voice intonation and pitch wasn't too monotone or overly cheesy. I believed the emotion involved in the tension of the story.