This is my first book by Mark Gillespie and I enjoyed the writing so I’m sure there will be more. The book started off good with some major drama. While the middle of the book does slow down a lot with the stalker deciding on a plan and when to execute it, the ending was action packed and very suspenseful.

3.5⭐️

It’s a good book to showcase the effects of cyber-bullying. Good pacing to the story. Believably characters and plot line. Definitely a psychological thriller. I’ll read more from this author.

Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book was so interesting but it did not give. I loved the plot, the writing and literally everything, but I wished it had more depth.

Rowan has humiliated a woman online and is forced to face the consequences. It's dark and deep, traumatic that will make you think about everything you post online. The core message is to just be kind but there is so much more to this book. It's a mystery to unravel.

This riveting novel promises to be an adrenaline-fueled journey that captivates readers from the very first page to the last. The author exhibits remarkable storytelling finesse by weaving a suspense-laden narrative brimming with unexpected twists and intricate plot developments, ensuring an immersive and captivating reading experience.

Within the pages of this literary gem, readers are introduced to a rich tapestry of characters, each possessing their unique motivations and guarded secrets. The story intricately unravels, orchestrating the convergence of their lives in a high-stakes, labyrinthine game of danger and deception. Throughout this mesmerizing narrative, the author masterfully maintains an unrelenting sense of suspense, keeping readers perpetually on their toes and fervently turning pages in their quest to unearth the enigmatic truths concealed within.

One of the most striking features of this book lies in its unparalleled ability to forge an almost tangible atmosphere of tension and disquiet. The author's meticulous and vivid descriptions, coupled with an unwavering dedication to detail, transport readers into the very heart of the story's world. As we accompany the characters through their tumultuous journey, we find ourselves experiencing the pulse-pounding events firsthand, as if we are right there with them, our senses ignited by the electrifying events that unfold.

This was an ok read! I was a little disappointed in the ending to be honest! I would read another book by this author!

Thanks to Netgalley, the author and the publisher for allowing me to read this ARC.
This is my first title by this author and will read more in the future.
Will recommend this to anyone looking for a thriller.
I requested this book as i was drawn in by the cover and thought it looked interesting.
This book was fast paced and kept you on your toes.
You think you know what is going on, but you really don't.
Thanks again for allowing me to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
5/5 stars

The issues which are included in the book are topical and controversial but the author handles them well. I thought the characters were well developed - I could feel for the people involved even where they didn't have a big role.

This book was a great read. There were several twists that I was not expecting that kept me on my toes. Every time I thought that I had it figured out, a new angle was thrown in. I would not describe the book as an “edge of your seat” book, but it was a quick and very enjoyable read. I recommend this book for anyone who does not like to figure out the ending too soon.

This is a heart-pounding novel that will captivate readers from start to finish. The author skillfully crafts a suspenseful narrative filled with unexpected twists and turns, ensuring an enthralling reading experience.

The story introduces readers to a diverse cast of characters, each with their own motivations and secrets. As the plot unfolds, their lives become intertwined in a high-stakes game of danger and deceit. The author expertly maintains a sense of suspense throughout the book, keeping readers guessing and eagerly turning the pages to uncover the truth.

One of the book's greatest strengths lies in its ability to create a palpable atmosphere of tension and unease. The author's vivid descriptions and attention to detail transport readers into the world of the story, making them feel as if they are right alongside the characters, experiencing the thrilling events firsthand.

This was a 3.5 star for me (if they're not going to give me 1/2 stars, I'm going to use them anyway!!!) Just when you think you know what's going on here, you realize it isn't as it seems, and another twist is thrown in your path. Rowan has herself a stalker - and you are led to think it's someone from the past she ran away from because of some horrible choices on her part. And it is someone from her past. But it's not who you think, or why you think, or something you could ever think. An even deeper secret is revealed and then bam, you're thrown another curveball. So much is tossed at you in the end that it leaves a mind reeling. Just as you think you have it figured out - blammo, you're not quite there yet!! I know that's very cryptic, but there's no way around that if I don't want to spoil the whole dang thing!

A hugely ill advised session on social media leads to ruining a life.

I found this book a bit slow and largely quite thin, the plot starts strong but silly inconsistencies appear and really this could be an excellent tale but it just doesn’t get there.

Mark Gillespie’s latest offering, I Know Who You Are, is one of those books that started off a bit slow and suddenly shifted into high gear and didn’t let off the throttle until that final page. Additionally, the twists and turns this story takes made it impossible to predict if Rowan is going to escape her stalker, or when he might strike. And then the twist takes you in to a new dimension. This is a timely book. Cyberbullying can have real consequences!

The story starts of in Glasgow which is a nice surprise as it is where I live. Rowan goes to uni, she’s just home after a few drinks at the Union. Soon she finds out that while out for a drink, she posted a video on twitter that destroyed someone’s life. The story is about everything that comes after and even before.

I really enjoyed the story, it’s a quick read, and a real page turner! We get to enjoy a bit of Scottish landscapes along the way which is always a plus.

In terms of the rhythm, I did find it a little slow, and I found it hard to believe that the stalker spent so many years watching her.

Overall I would recommend it, it was a good read and I would like to thank NetGalley, the publisher and the author for letting me read an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

I Know Who You Are by Mark Gillespie.
Rowan Wilson has finally escaped her dark past. Or so she thinks.
Rowan Wilson has humiliated another woman online. But she took it too far and caused a shocking tragedy which rocked her hometown to the core. Rowan is advised to leave – quickly.She's given a new identity and, desperate to make up for the damage she's caused, works hard to redeem herself.Now she lives a quiet life working at a drug and alcohol rehab centre. She keeps to herself and gives little away about her past.But is Rowan's second chance doomed before it begins?Someone is watching Rowan, day and night. He’s following her to work, and back to the flat where she lives alone. He knows who she really is, behind the lies.But who is he and what does he want?Two lives connected by tragedy. Destined to collide. And one last mind-blowing secret, waiting to be revealed.
Brilliant twisty read. Didn't see that coming. 5*.

Rowan did a bad thing! She bullied someone on social media and the fallout was so bad, she and her family moved miles away. She quit college and changed her name and appearance. She thought she was safe. But she's constantly looking over her shoulder.

And she would be right. Someone is following her. Making a plan. Waiting for the right moment.

While the book slowed in the middle it picks up again with tense nonstop action.

Thank you to NetGalley, Booksprout and Inkubator Books for an advance reader's copy.

Unfortunately I ended up DNFing this book. Nothing wrong with the book itself, it just was not my cup of tea. I found it to just be too slow, and I wasn’t a fan of the dual timelines in this format. I think when you’re bouncing around from time to time you have to have m, at least for me, something in each time that makes you want to bounce back to it when you’re in the other time, and wanting to jump to the other time to find out more information to put the pieces together. I just felt that was lacking here.

The summary of this book is what first caught my attention. The synopsis is broad but it still made me curious about what would take place.

I tend to enjoy dual POV in thriller books, so I was happily surprised when I realized that was the case. The main character, Rowan, is a tad bit boring and extremely paranoid. It makes sense why towards the end of the book, but either way, it took a bit of enjoyment out of the book.

The book was well written. The flow of the sentences felt natural and not something I had to pay much attention to. This allowed me to focus on what was written rather than how it was written. I always appreciate it when an author does this well. I also felt that he did a great job of maintaining an even pace throughout the book. I can’t pinpoint a section that I felt was dragging on.

I noticed little details that aligned with the culture of the date that the book was set on. I really appreciate how the author made sure to get these details right. For example, the song Happy was mentioned and I was transported back to 2014 when this song first came out. I truly think that he did a good job creating the appropriate setting.

There is a crime mentioned in the book that relates to a true crime case. I will not give details on which one because it would be considered a spoiler. While I thought the parallel to the case was okay, a part of me wished that the author would have come up with something original. Not everyone will know which case I am referring to, but as a true crime enthusiast, it was easy to see the similarities.

One of the twists at the end was entertaining and built up well. I do not feel that the twist came out of nowhere. There were small hints throughout the book that led up to the bigger twist.

All in all, I think that this was an okay read. I felt like this was an average suspense novel that didn’t do anything new. I definitely recommend reading this if you want a light read and are not looking for a new concept. This is also a quick read so that is a plus.
I am giving a 3.5 rating and rounding up to a 4.

Thank you to Deep Red Publishing, NetGalley, and the author for an advanced copy for my honest opinion.

In the end, this book does turn into a great page turner with a lot of plot twists, but you just have to make it through the first 75% of the book. The first quarter or so of this book was incredibly cheesy. I actually enjoyed reading the first quarter because I found it comical. It just seems incredibly dramatic that someone would kill themselves over one tweet and then that that person’s brother would go try and kill the girl that sent the tweet. I got the point the book was trying to make, but it wasn’t executed well because it was so over dramatic. It required an immense amount of suspending disbelief. Too much for me, personally. The next fifty percent of the book was honestly just kind of boring. There weren’t many breadcrumbs for me to follow to try and figure out who the guy was. It was just a very long buildup that could’ve been shorter. The last quarter of the book just seemed like a jumbled mess. The book had too many cliche horror tropes for one book. The last quarter of the book had absolutely nothing to do with the first quarter of the book. The “plot twist” was so out of left field it was like there was no possibility for me to have ever guessed the ending, and I don’t mean that in a good way. There was one plot twist that got me, but the final “plot twist” I saw coming from a mile away. Overall, I didn’t DNF it, the last quarter of the book was a mess, but it was also fast paced and had me page turning. I just think the overall critique of this book is just that it’s too much in one book. It’s not my cup of tea personally.

Rowan Wilson has finally escaped her dark past. Or so she thinks.

Rowan Wilson has humiliated another woman online. But she took it too far and caused a shocking tragedy which rocked her hometown to the core. Rowan is advised to leave – quickly.

She's given a new identity and, desperate to make up for the damage she's caused, works hard to redeem herself.

Now she lives a quiet life working at a drug and alcohol rehab centre. She keeps to herself and gives little away about her past.

But is Rowan's second chance doomed before it begins?

Someone is watching Rowan, day and night. He’s following her to work, and back to the flat where she lives alone. He knows who she really is, behind the lies.

But who is he and what does he want?

Two lives connected by tragedy. Destined to collide. And one last mind-blowing secret, waiting to be revealed.

I really enjoyed this thriller. Sheer perfection from start to finish.