This book was wild and crazy! The premise is that 17 year old Phoebe Dean's brother, Grant, drove home from a party with her and his "girlfriend" Becca J. Holt in the car, and Phoebe died as a result. He also did not call for help right away leaving everyone to wonder why... It is now the 10 year anniversary and all of the lose ends are starting to come together. Other characters involve June and her brother Wyatt.

Positives:
This book felt a bit YA and a bit suspense
Multiple POVs if you enjoy books written that way
The final twist was one I did not see coming
Some powerful scenes, especially in the beginning

Negatives:
Slow burn. All of the action had already taken place when the story/plot began.
I did not care for one of the characters in this book. They were all awful human beings.
This one was too dark for me.

I will read another by this author, but will not recommend this particular title.

I loved the book and definitely looking forward to reading more books by this author. I like books that capture my attention from the beginning and this one definitely did. I’d definitely recommend this book to anyone that is looking for a good read that holds your attention.

Twenty-Seven Minutes by Ashley Tate was unfortunately not a match for me but I do think readers will enjoy this slow burn thriller. I look forward to trying another book by Ashley Tate, I think she has potential as an author and I look forward to seeing what she does next!

Thank you to Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the ARC!

This book had a lot of things that I like: alternating points of view, unreliable narrators, suspense. However, I don't think that this book was as strong as it could have been, and I am having trouble remembering some of the details (mostly my fault because I didn't review as soon as I finished the book.) That being said, this is the authors debut novel and I do take that into consideration. I think the author has a great potential to grow and be a strong writer, and I do think this book was good for a debut.

3 stars because the potential was there and it was suspenseful. I look forward to future works by Ms. Tate.

✨Book Thoughts✨
Twenty-Seven Minutes by Ashley Tate
Pub Date: January 30, 2024

I’m always up for a nice suspenseful read so I was happy to get this arc. Thanks Net Galley and Poisoned Pen Press for sending this to me in exchange for an honest review. This story unfolds through multiple points of views and two timelines (present day and 10 years before). It was hard to really care about any of these characters as they all seemed a little bit unstable but isn’t that what a good psychological thriller gives you? There are two sets of brother-sister siblings and I found myself often mixing up the family backgrounds. This novel definitely delivered on the suspense but it wasn’t one that was surprising and I’m sure most readers will figure things out fairly quickly. In the end I felt that this was a story I had heard before, one that wasn’t surprising or shocking. For a book I could summarize in one sentence I really do applaud the writing.

Twenty Seven Minutes by Ashley Tate is one of those books where I didn't particularly like any of the characters but that seemed intentional. Despite a slow start I found I kept turning the pages. I did have one issue with it regarding one of the characters but that would give spoilers so I won't go into details here. This is a dark read but overall a good one.

This book was so good! It really kept me on my toes wondering if certain characters were delusional and having hallucinations or what was going on!

10 years ago there was a car accident. Grant Dean was driving and his sister Phoebe was with him. Another person, was also in the car. Why did it take 27 minutes for Grant to call 911. That is the one question everyone has asked.
Meanwhile you have a mother who has died and her daughter is dealing with that when her brother shows up after many years of missing.
The twist at the end got me. I did not see that coming.
I liked how the characters developed and going from the past to the present to find out what had gone on. Things are not always as they seem.

Overall this was a good read.

Thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the E-ARC.

All thoughts and opinions are honest and my own.

The premise was intriguing-why did he wait 27 minutes to get help for his sister? Told in two timelines with one of the characters stalking another and being obsessed. None of the characters were that likeable and all had issues. Interesting ending that was a little predictable.

Twenty-Seven Minutes by Ashley Tate was thrilling. The tensions will keep you on the edge of the page. You want to keep reading to discover the truth.

This book was very good from beginning to end. In a nutshell, it's about a sleeper town who has had its residents wondering for the past ten years why it took Grant exactly 27 minutes to call for help for his sister Phoebe after being in a car accident. Fans of Lucinda Berry, Daniel Hurst and Freida McFadden will enjoy the suspense this books builds. I kind of feel as if this book could be turned into a movie easily!

Ten years ago a young girl was involved in an accident and her friends waited 27 mins to phone an ambulance. Could she have been saved in this time? The neighbourhood looks back on the effects of that night. There are some twists in this book but I just didn’t click with it at all and didn’t find it gripping. I did finish it but I wouldn’t recommend it.

Ten years have passed since the tragic car accident that killed Phoebe Dean and left Grant Dean and Becca Hoyt injured. Even ten years later, rumors still circulate and questions are raised about why it took twenty seven minutes after the accident for Grant Dean to call for help. Those impacted by the tragedy, and the whole town for that matter, are still dealing with the grief of Phoebe’s death.

The story unfolds through flashbacks and is told from the points of view of Grant, Becca, June and Wyatt. This story is a slow burn buildup to its climax. The characters are pretty well fleshed out and each have their own distinct voice. None of them are particularly likable and honestly are all somewhat unbalanced. The story concept is interesting and the book is well written and descriptive which does hold your interest, but it does get a bit repetitive causing it to feel like it’s taking forever to get to the final reveal.

It's about an accident that takes place in the past, about 10 years ago. Had an ambulance been called 27 minutes prior the girl might of made it. The book was very long and there was a really good twist at the end, but took too long to get to the twist. I think I would have liked it more if it was a bit shorter.

It is ten years after Phoebe Dean's death. She died in a car accident and her brother was driving. Will the town finally learn the truth about what happened that night?
There are four main characters we follow and I found them too similar to tell apart from each other. Had the author finessed a few elements, this story could have gone from good to great.

Uh yeah this book just wasn’t for me. I didn’t care for any characters or the story like at all. Don’t know what else to say lol.

Gripping, chilling, addictive. Three words to perfectly describe this book. Why did it take 27-minutes to make a phone call that could have saved someone's life? I loved reading this novel and uncovering that question and so many more. So many twist and turns, secrets and more.

I highly recommend this book.

This fast paced mystery from Ashley Tate had me staying up late to read "just one more chapter." Over the course of three days we learn what really happened that night on the bridge and why it truly took so long to call Police -- 27 minutes. This was an impressive debut and I look forward to reading more from Ashley Tate. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

**Review: Twenty-Seven Minutes by Ashley Tate**

⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3 out of 5 stars)

Ashley Tate's *Twenty-Seven Minutes* is an intriguing novel that offers a unique premise but ultimately delivers a mixed reading experience. With elements of suspense and drama, the book explores themes of trauma, memory, and the quest for truth.

The story revolves around the aftermath of a tragic event at a high school, where a fire claims the lives of several students. The protagonist, Sophie, struggles to piece together what happened during the crucial twenty-seven minutes before the fire broke out. As she delves deeper into the mystery, secrets about her classmates and their interconnected lives come to light.

Tate's writing is atmospheric and evocative, capturing the emotional weight of the characters' experiences. The pacing is steady, allowing for a gradual build-up of suspense. The portrayal of teenage angst and the complexities of high school relationships feels authentic, adding a layer of realism to the narrative.

However, the novel has its shortcomings. While the central mystery is compelling, the resolution may leave some readers feeling unsatisfied. Certain plot twists feel predictable, and the ending, though emotionally charged, lacks the impact needed to tie all the threads together cohesively.

The characters are well-drawn, but not all are fully developed. Sophie, as the protagonist, is relatable and sympathetic, yet some secondary characters feel one-dimensional and serve more as plot devices than fully realized individuals. This can make it challenging for readers to become deeply invested in their fates.

One of the novel's strengths is its exploration of trauma and memory. Tate handles these themes with sensitivity, highlighting how past events shape our present selves. The psychological depth adds richness to the story, even if the plot occasionally falters.

Overall, *Twenty-Seven Minutes* is a solid read with moments of brilliance. While it may not fully satisfy all readers, it offers enough intrigue and emotional depth to make it worth exploring. Fans of young adult fiction and psychological dramas might find it particularly engaging.

In summary, Ashley Tate's debut novel shows promise but falls short of its potential. It's a decent read that sparks curiosity, even if it doesn't completely deliver on its premise. *Twenty-Seven Minutes* earns a neutral three stars, striking a balance between its strengths and weaknesses.