Well that was a ride.

I truly didn't expect this to go where it did and my mind is still trying to put it all together. But there's sociopaths, wilderness, a traumatic past event, Instagram, bear court and a very unreliable narrator.

It's a quick read that'll be perfect for poolside..

Wow! From the first page, I was hooked and couldn’t put the book down. An immediate thriller that kept twisting and surprising me until the last page! Loved this story so much!

This was an enjoyable and fun book. I liked the descriptions and the adventure. I'm not an outdoorsy person but this book made me feel like I could be with a lot of training. There was a lot of suspense throughout. I enjoyed the main character Cassie and the secondary character Ben. My only complaint is the pacing felt off because of the social media posts, journal entries, and jumping between "then" and "now." It wasn't difficult to keep up with but the different forms of media to read always threw me off. The social media especially felt annoying to read (which is similar to real life) and didn't feel like it was absolutely necessary.
Overall though I enjoyed this book and would recommend it. It had a good twist in the end that I was grateful for because it connected quite a bit I was confused about throughout the book.

Have You Seen Her by Catherine McKenzie is about Cassie Peters, who has left her hectic and secretive life in New York City for refuge in her hometown of Mammoth Lakes, California. There, she begins working again with Yosemite Search and Rescue, where a case she worked on a decade ago continues to haunt her.

It took me a bit to get invested in the story. I did like Cassie, and I really liked the setting and the descriptions of the atmosphere and locale. The story is written from multiple points of view and timelines, so you need to pay attention to follow what is happening.

The story had a good mystery. The characters were well-developed, and I liked the location. Overall, an okay read for me. I would check out other books by this author. I rate this a 3.75 out of 5 stars (rounded to 4).

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It was good. The premise of the book was really interesting but personally, I struggled with the disconnect between the storytelling style and the storytelling that went beyond an unreliable narrator. Once I figured out what was most likely happening, it became a little predictable, which isn't a bad thing because I often take that to mean the author popped enough clues in there that everything fits and starts to make sense. But it also had me questioning the purpose of the first 3/4ths of the book because it didn't feel like any of it was true but it also didn't add anything to the story.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this captivating eARC.

Wow!

I have been trying to determine how to best provide feedback for this novel without including spoilers (a practice I personally view as abhorrent). I feel that
a novel's delicious secrets should be introduced in the story how and when the author intended. A large part of my reading enjoyment is in discovering these "golden nuggets' myself; I cannot fathom that any true fan of an author or genre would DISAGREE with this sentiment.

If you have read Catherine McKenzie before - let me tell you, this book is McKenzie honed to an entire new rapier edge of Machiavellian delight!

Being a fan of "revenge" novels, you can begin by thinking of "Strangers on a Train" however let me assure you this novel is unlike any other psychological thriller you have read before!

Readers who enjoy Jennifer Heller's novels, who have not yet read this author - this is THE NOVEL to read first to begin your journey.

Note to author: If this is the type of cleverness that your previous editor prevented you from writing, I say, "bring it ON!" Great job writing this one, reading it was a " guilty pleasure".

Until next time, and remember, keep your friends at a distance and (those who you perceive to be) your enemies a bit closer..

Breathtaking. Gripping. Ominous.
These words describe Catherine McKenzie’s newest thriller AND the location in which it takes place. This action-packed story begins with Cassie Peters secretly leaving her marriage and home in NYC for Mammoth, CA and the majestic mountains of Yosemite National Park, where she re-joins a Search and Rescue team after being gone for ten years. As she and her team are sent out on several search missions in the majestic surroundings, Cassie is triggered into re-living a difficult search she’d been part of back then and which has haunted her ever since. Within days of her arrival, two other young women and their partners show up at the base camp bringing with them their own secrets and mystery. What are the secrets these three women have and what awaits them in the rugged mountains?

Fast paced and full of twisty turns, McKenzie once again shows us her creative ability in this genre. Her descriptions of Yosemite, Mammoth and the surrounding areas are beautifully detailed throughout the story. So strap into your climbing gear and get ready to scale this suspenseful novel.

Thank you NetGalley and Atria Books for the opportunity to read this advanced copy.
Publication date: June 27, 2023

I was given this book by NetGalley for an honest review-
Yosemite National Park search and rescue- Cassie once again begins work there. She grabbed a burner phone and left her abusive husband hoping to disappear. Two other women with secrets are there camping. Jada who is in an abusive relationship with Jim and Petal who lives with an older women. And when the couple disappear and then the disappearance of Petal Add to that the murder of Cassie’s husband- how does this all connect the three?
A twisty thriller that will keep you reading to the shocking ending!

I had a hard time getting into this book. Once I was, I didn’t want to put it down. The dual timelines could get a bit confusing at times and I had some trouble keeping things straight. It was a good book, loved all the details, and the conclusion was something I didn’t see coming. Thanks to NetGalley and the author for an ARC of this book.

At first, I struggled to get into this story, but it didn't take too long to grab my interest. I loved the setting and how each storyline weaved the plot. This was a good thriller with a shocking ending.

First book I've read by the author. This took a little while for me to get into, but I did eventually, and I enjoyed it. The tale took a few odd twists which I appreciated. Overall, a decent read.

I received a complimentary copy of the novel from the publisher and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Another standout from Catherine McKenzie! Cassie is leaving her old life and a sketchy ex-husband behind in NYC to return to her hometown to work as a search and rescue officer in Yosemite. I loved the element about the details of being a SAR worker, learning climbing lingo, and how mountain life works. Weave that in with a mysterious park guest disappearance and Cassie's old life weaving her way back into her new one and wow! You'll never see the end coming. I loved this and couldn't put it down.

Excellent book! The main character is running from something in New York so she takes a job as a rescue worker-climber -in Yosemite. If you love fast paced domestic thrillers then this book is for you. Try to go into this one as blind as possible.

The first half was a bit slow and boring - almost DNF'd but the second half was so much better! I'm glad I finished it as the ending was so unexpected. Thanks to NetGalley and Atria Books for the ARC!

Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to read this in exchange for my honest feedback. 3.5 out of 5 ⭐️‘s

i absolutely ate up the setting for this book! yosemite? camping? climbing? sign me up!!! this book follows 3 different story lines all linking up towards the end of the book. the twist got me good! the ending just felt a little rushed and wasn’t too happy with it. why i didn’t rate it higher! but really did love the plot and setting in yosemite.

*also check TW!!! * there is abuse

It's a mystery written in multiple POV from the past and present, I wasn't sure how I would enjoy the back and forth, but it was written so well that it captured you and made it to were you wanted the past POV to understand fully. The plot and character were beautifully executed!!

Thank you NetGalley and Atria Books for the copy of Have You Seen Her by Catherine McKenzie. There was a lot more to the story than the description indicated, but the book started slowly, giving a lot of information about her life in the past with a few glimpses of the present. The two different timelines were confusing to me. I usually enjoy dual timeline books, but for some reason I couldn’t keep them straight until I was well into the book and even then I would have to check back to see if it was Then or Now. I’m still unsure how long ago Then was. The characters were well-written and I liked how they were distinctive and flawed. If you love a twisty ending, this is the book for you - the ending was completely unexpected and I want to read the book again to see what clues I missed. This was a good read, but it took too much work to understand the timelines.

I loved this book, a mystery told in multiple timelines with multiple viewpoint. The main character was relatable and the story was very well written, dropping little breadcrumbs of clues along the way as well as deep emotional truths. Left me wondering how a sequel would work, how she, esp Cassie would live beyond this chapter , carrying what she carried

I was so grateful to received this ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

I adore Catherine McKenzie's writing, and I also love supporting a Canadian author! The premise of this novel had me hooked, and it did not disappoint.

Have You Seen Her is written in multiple POV from the past and present. The switching back and forth was well done, and easy to follow. I found the current timeline chapters gave just enough to really question what the heck was going on, while the past chapters gave you everything you'd want in the storyline. The characters were really well developed, and I did enjoy the mystery aspect to their backgrounds and actions.

The ending had me completely shocked... at times I had suspicions, but I was totally wrong. This was a great read with lots of twists and turns, I would highly recommend adding this to your TBR!

Holy smokes!!! I'm scared to leave the house now! What if Smokey Bear is out there!
Who the hell is always watching over us....
Wait, we have to get through this together. What good is having a plan if you don't use them both!
If you're looking for adventure, action, hot characters with plenty of fragility and toxicity then sit right down and pre-order once this becomes available.
Catherine McKenzie and Atria are always a powerful duo and with Have You Seen her the bar has just been raised!
This takes place in Yosemite with SAR (Search and Rescue) that is now part of Cassie's life after departing NYC and leaving behind a tragic past.
After all we have 3 women, we have dark secrets, and we have powerful dynamics with an increasingly dangerous plot and some headstrong women that will rock your world!
If you want honesty you got it with me because I don't toss 5 stars like salad in exchange for any ARC's. You must earn it and this one goes that extra mile in the mystery/thriller genre.
I loved how Cassie Peters enters with her secretive past leading readers on this secretive hunt throughout the book. Always with pieces of bread being tossed to keep the reader's imagination evolving with the character.
Petal Fernandez is not a flower of a gal but a hard core piece that will take your arse down and force you to seek shelter. She's had a rough life albeit with her parents and she sure as hell won't let Sandy Cramer (54 yo to her 23 yo self) alter that view.
Jada our third gal is a college grad going on this road trip with her boyfriend but with some twisty turns ahead as she's a real strong believer in Black Lives Matter and the racial tension is evident upon the evidence presented in several cases here.
Look, there's now 3 people missing with Jim Carlisle , Jada Johnson, and Petal Fernandez and it's beginning to become heated and argumentative on all ends especially on social media with the keyboard warriors.
The author throws in some political commentary and adds heat with the racial tensions so beware if you think this is all cushy without pushy.
Did I mention we might have a serial killer on our hands in the park!
One of our characters has a rap sheet a mile long and it's not looking good with some outstanding warrants...
However, that's not the only pitfall as cheating/infidelity is also being served up w/o icecream and people are falling and it's not head over heels in love but it's head over heels dead!
YIKES!
The pages are turning so fast that I believe I've procured a blister on my fingers.
Wait...hold on a second...breaking news...someone's been strangled, someone's been shot, and ....oh, snap!
Time to run...or was that hide....Made in the shade takes a whole new meaning because Jada is already to head out and leave it behind while some will have to stay behind ...literally and figuratively.
What I can say is what's well known - the system's rigged! Test dummies wanted! Here comes the play by play with plently of plays to swoop you up and carry you away!
Poor Sandy, but hey nobody said life is fair....Cassie -damn girl you made it! Petal you're a hoot. Jada enjoy the sun....bigger fish to fry.
Thank you to Catherine McKenzie, Atria, Netgalley for this fab ARC in exchange for this 5 star smokin' hot review! A must read!