This book was just okay for me. While Ruth Ware is undoubtedly a talented writer, I find her tendency to be overly detailed at times detracts from the pacing, which, in my opinion, is crucial for a compelling mystery.

4.5 stars! I kept putting off reading this one because I thought it would be too techie. Not so. Just a good whirlwind of murder and mayhem.

If you're a fan of action-packed novels Zero Days definitely needs to move to the top of your list. This book had my heart pounding and had everything from gaping wounds, hits for hire, people jumping off moving trains, police manhunts, valuable source code, and a few things in between. It was intense, emotive, and fast-paced.

This would translate super well to the big screen and I would love to watch an adaptation. As for books, it wasn't my usual style but I did find it entertaining. Admittedly, at times, it was verbose and could feel a little repetitive. There was also a major suspension of belief as with many man hunt storylines but maybe that's just because I know that I for one would never make it!

I listened to this novel on audio and it was highly entertaining. The narrator was good and definitely added to the theatrics. She was emotive and the acting felt authentic.

Overall, this was fun but just not totally for me. For readers more into action, I think this will exceed expectations.

Thank you to Gallery for the copy.

This is a 3.5 star review. The book opens up with Jack breaking into a company with her husband helping her. When she returns home her husband is dead and she is the prime suspect. Jack goes on the run and sets out to solve the crime. The book is action packed but the who did it was very obvious from the beginning. When she makes some stupid mistakes I began to lose interest. The book ended on a very predictable conclusion.

This was ok. Her books are hit or miss for me. I found it boring, I DNFd about 40% through. I was hoping the story would pick up :(

If you're a fan of Ruth Ware, you'll love Zero Days. This thriller is about a woman who sets out to find her husband's killer and clear her name. The story is full of twists and turns, with plenty of action.

The main character is a strong and determined woman, making her quest to solve the murder and save herself really engaging. Zero Days is a thrilling read with lots of excitement and surprises, perfect for anyone who enjoys a good mystery.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Gallery/Scout Press for the opportunity to read Zero Days!

Jack and her husband are hackers and Jack’s husband winds up dead. Jack becomes the main suspect and must solve the case. While this is a typical suspense plot, it is not a typical story. Many twist and turns through that will keep you guessing. While not my favorite Ruth Ward novel, this is a decent read. I felt the hacker theme to be a bit overdone in recent novels so had a hard time sticking to the book. Once I convinced myself to keep reading, the book did not disappoint.
Thank you NetGalley for an ARC.

This didn’t have the same type of compelling mystery as most of Ruth Ware’s other books do; however, the main character was interesting and the plot was compelling and exciting. The storyline keeps you on the edge of your seat, and the countdown on each chapter reinforces that sense of urgency.

Jack and Gabe are the best in the business at breaking into buildings and hacking security systems. As top penetration specialists, they get hired by high-profile companies to test their security vulnerabilities. But after a routine assignment goes terribly wrong, Jack returns home to a nightmare—someone brutally murdered Gabe, and the police suspect her of doing it.

Determined to clear her name, Jack goes on the run to find the killer. She uncovers a connection between Gabe’s death and a dangerous zero-day exploit, a vulnerability in a popular app that could be worth millions to the wrong people. Jack must stay one step ahead of the authorities and the killers.

This pulse-pounding, fast-paced novel kept me on the edge of my seat, making me feel Jack’s anxiety, as if I were the one on the run. The storyline is captivating, and it was fascinating to learn about penetration testers—who knew it was an actual job?

However, Ware’s repeated use of certain words, like “stupid,” became annoying, and the book is heavy on clichés. Even though I guessed the ending, I really enjoyed this book. Zero Days is an outstanding choice if you’ve been reading heavier novels and need a break—I can picture myself whipping through this while on vacation. Normally, I don’t read books like these for their literary value; I read them for pure entertainment.

Although not perfect, Zero Days is a high-octane thriller that plunges readers into a whirlwind of danger, suspense, and intrigue. I enjoyed it! 4 stars.

** I voluntarily reviewed a comp of this title provided by the publisher. The opinions are my own.

A thrilling and captivating adventure that pulls you in and keeps you guessing! Ruth Ware is at her best in this fast-paced tale.

DNFed at 49% because the killer seemed obvious and I was very bored - I was waiting on action to pick up, but the entire plot was Jack fumbling through London.

I did skip to the end to confirm that yes, I was correct about the killer.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for granting me free access to the advanced digital copy of this book.
I really love Ruth Ware and this was a great read.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this ARC.

I wasn't sure what I was going to get into with this book because this is my first read from this author. And it was pretty good. It was fast paced, always some kind of action going on, It wasn't super memorable but it was a nice read. I would say 3 star..

Tell me why I worte my review for her 2024 release before this one. That's just my life recently.

As with many other readers, I sign up for every Ruth Ware sight unseen, because I always know I'm going to be entertained. This is true even when things get wild and stretch belief. I always stick with her and am kept rapt, which is not true for other authors throwing in wild plot points. Zero Days is very actiony, and I don't know that it's her forte (yet), but I had a solid time with this one. And I know I'll be back, and I know my customers will be too.

The beginning of this book sucked me in and I was absorbed. It was suspenseful, thrilling and full of action. But about halfway through, it started to become incredibly unrealistic and repetitive. It was redeemed in the end with a few awesome twists I didn’t see coming and an extremely satisfying ending.

Zero Days is classic Ruth Ware, engaging and suspenseful from the first page. Although everything is wrapped up nicely by the end, it is never predictable, and the final pages are satisfying (although I do love a last page twist that this book was missing). It's a must-read if you are a fan of murder mysteries and Ruth Ware.

First, I would like to thank NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for allowing me an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Wow! This was action-y! She comes home and finds her husband murdered and then the police are after her. It was pretty techy but I followed along pretty well. I love the way Ruth Ware paints the picture and creates tension and anxiety for the reader. It is always easy to put myself in the main characters shoes while I'm reading and this one was stressful!! I wasn't sure I was going to make it! And I liked the ending. It was believable. It's so hard to leave a good review when I don't want to leave any spoilers.

DNF. I’ve read a few other Ruth Ware books that were really good and I really enjoyed. I just could not get into this one so I did not end up finishing it

I devoured this book. I love Ruth Ware, but this may be my favorite so far. I love the characters and I was eager to get back to the book every time I put it down.

Ruth Ware is an absolute genius! I'll read everything she writes so was very excited to see something new coming from her direction. The queen of thrillers brings us a hacker being accused of her husband's murder. The police are chasing her and she's actively on the run - one of the most suspenseful reading experiences I've had in a while. I'm a huge fan of Ware, but I think this is the first one I've read from her where I was pretty sure I knew what was going on the whole time and I was right - it's usually one or the other, which means she didn't really stump me this time. There wasn't as much of an "OMG" reveal, but was a great read overall.
Looking forward to the next one! Ruth Ware will always be an automatic read.