My sincerest apologies, but this book simply wasn’t for me.

I tried multiple times to immerse myself in the story but found it difficult to stay engaged. Ultimately, I turned to the audiobook and managed to finish it, though more out of a sense of duty as an ARC reviewer than genuine interest.

The premise was intriguing enough to prompt me to request the book in the first place, and the writing was decent. However, I found the pacing unusually slow for a book marketed as a thriller/suspense (it felt much more like family/small town drama). I also found the story quite depressing. While this is understandable given the book’s themes, it was simply a bit too gloomy for my taste. Additionally, the characters weren’t particularly likeable, and the overall tone was just a little too dark for me.

It simply wasn’t the “thriller” I had anticipated.

Thank you @netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for an eARC of this book, which I have read and reviewed honestly and voluntarily.

DNF - I attempted to start this book and it just did not hold my interest. This may be a book I come back to in the future.

DNF at 40%, I just couldn't get into this and didn't care about any of the characters. I do enjoy an unreliable narrator usually, but at least someone needs to be a bit likeable.

Thank you for the earc in exchange for an honest review.

This is a very catchy thriller about what happened on that bridge 10 years ago. Phoebe is dead, her brother sleeps around to cover his grief, Becca is losing her clarity over a hidden secret and June is missing her runaway brother more than ever, with her mother very recently died.
But the secrets have a way to reveal themselves...

While the plot might seem a little bit absurd and the ending is a bit too metaphysical, there is a quality feature present here, too - a high level of catchability and readability. The authoress is a very good storyteller! So, while you will solve some clues soon and some are not really that shocking, the story and its arches are what holds (and keeps) the attention going strongly.
And this is *maybe* because, in its heart of hearts, this novel is not a mystery. It is a book about grief. And we all grieve.
And about relationships, these strange and strong bonds.

This book was a ride I hate doing reviews for thrillers because I dont know how to review without spoiling but lets just say this book kept me on my toes!

I really enjoyed this book! I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys mystery/thrillers. I thought it was a fun read.

I have a lot of mixed feelings on this book. For starters, I did not see the ending coming until about 90% of the way through. I think for some, it might have been easier to spot but for me at the time, it wasn’t clear until closer to the end. It still allowed for the shock factor but after considering it in context with the rest of the book, a lot didn’t add up. It seemed like some of the information was worded in a way to force you to look one way when the truth was somewhere else, but in doing so, was almost like lying to the reader. Don’t get me wrong, i like a good unreliable narrator, but this wasn’t that.

I did read the book within a 24 hour span because i could not sleep, and i was invested in the plot. I think this is a good read if you’re looking for a mystery thats going to keep you guessing but i also don’t think that it’s high up in the charts of my favorite reads. However, I would recommend reading it and I’m glad that I finally picked it up. It was enjoyable, but not something I’m going to think about all the time.

Thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the eARC and the opportunity to read and share my thoughts on this book!

As an avid thriller and mystery lover, I felt like I would enjoy this book a lot more than I did, especially with the timeline and the events surrounding that mysterious 27 minute period of time, but the plot felt a little flat to me and I found myself getting lost in the timeline jumps and the slow pacing in parts. It was an interesting concept and definitely had all the parts I love in a thriller but it ended up just being more of a middle of the road thriller for me.

Unfortunately I was unable to download this book before the archive date, so I'm not able to leave a review. I look forward to reading and reviewing books by this author in the future.

Twenty-Seven Minutes by Ashley Tate completely captivated me from start to finish. The book’s premise—an intense, real-time exploration of a tragic event—had me hooked right away. I was immediately drawn into the raw emotion and suspense that built with each passing minute, and Tate’s ability to create tension is unmatched. The story centers around a pivotal 27-minute period, and the way Tate weaves together the lives of the characters before, during, and after this event is both haunting and thought-provoking.

What I found particularly gripping was Tate’s portrayal of the characters’ inner struggles and the moral complexities they face. The novel doesn’t shy away from examining how people react under pressure, how their actions, even in moments of crisis, reveal the darker parts of their nature. The pacing is perfect—each minute adds weight to the unfolding tragedy, and by the time I reached the end, I felt like I had been on an emotional rollercoaster. Twenty-Seven Minutes is an impactful, unforgettable read that leaves you reflecting on the choices we make and the way we handle the most difficult moments in our lives.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advance copy of Twenty-Seven Minutes by Ashley Tate in exchange for my honest review and opinion. I really enjoyed this novel and found it to be a quick read with lots of twists and turns that keep you guessing from page to page what will happen next. I'd highly recommend.

This was a solid, alternating timeline twisty tale! It was easy to catch on to the POV alternating as well. It was very well written and I read it quickly! Couldn't wait to see how it all played out.
Thankful for the ARC!

This one didn't totally work for me. The timeline was one of the biggest issues with me - the story takes place 10 years after a tragic death within the community and the dialogue and conversations between the characters in the present setting just didn't seem realistic to me. I just found some plot holes and didn't really connect with the characters.

I am glad I read it and it could just be a "me problem" but with all the great thrillers out there, I think you could skip this one.

This book was confusing story. Parts of it were so good but then most dragged and lost the train of thought. I think editing would have helped but overall this was not my cup of tea.

Ashley Tate debuts with unpredictable mystery in "Twenty-Seven Minutes." While a bit of a slow-burn, mystery fans will likely enjoy it.

Twists and turns? Small town vibes? Check and check. I am more fast paced than slow burn so this was a bit of a struggle for me, but I recommend picking it up!

Ashley Tate’s Twenty-Seven Minutes is a haunting story about grief, guilt, and the weight of past mistakes. The novel follows Grant Dean, who waited twenty-seven minutes before calling for help after a car crash that killed his sister, Phoebe. The story unfolds through multiple perspectives, exploring how the tragedy shaped the lives of those involved. While the book builds an eerie, suspenseful atmosphere, the slow pacing and emotionally distant characters might make it a tough read for some. That said, the tension ramps up toward the end, delivering a satisfying, if somewhat uneven, conclusion.

I signed up for the ARC of this because the cover looked really cool and the synopsis sounded like something i would thoroughly enjoy. I was disappointed with it though unfortunately. There was a lot of drama which, although distracting, i could handle. I was not expecting the supernatural aspect of the book. at all. i found it to be out of place and a bit strange. There were a lot of characters, POVs, and timeline hopping which made it difficult to follow the plot as well. all in all it was a bit disheveled and confusing for me.

I felt like West Wilmer resembled the town of Brigadoon, only emerging every 10 years. While I understand the town was approaching the 10-year anniversary of Phoebe’s death, it seemed strange that no one talked (or gossiped) about the tragedy at all until that milestone. It felt as though the small-town gossip waited a decade to question the events surrounding the accident, which didn’t quite feel realistic. I also felt that two of the main characters appeared to be struggling with mental illness, yet it wasn’t properly addressed. Also, the accident happened while they were in high school, but we’re meant to believe they’re in their late 20s now—yet they still acted like immature teenagers. The whole story would have been much more believable if it had been set on the 1-year anniversary instead.

Unfortunately this book fell flat for me. I feel like nothing really happened up until the end and there were too many POVs in my opinion.