REVIEW: THE BURIED BY LISA CHILDS
I did not like anything about this book. I didn't like the characters, and the storyline. I was disappointed because I was expecting something like; people sequestered on an island with a murderer. It was supposed to be exciting and thrilling, but this book was just not 'it' for me
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This book reminded me of why I don't like romantic suspense. I didn't even feel law enforcement vibes from the FMC. There was no detection, the kind of book that the perps reveal themselves. I didn’t even feel any chemistry or romantic vibes from Beverley and James

Honestly- someone should just shut everything on that island down but then there wouldn't be more fodder for thrillers about women caught/murdered/disappeared there at the sanitarium/spa/wellness center. This is the fourth in the series and Ive read all of them but I think this was my last (even if it's not the author's) if only because, again, the place is cursed. Mae, a state trooper. assumes her sister's identity in order to gain access to look for info about missing women. Bode, the fitness guy, knows she's not who she says she is but he finds himself helping her,. Thanks to netgalley for the ARC. This is. more than a tad unrealistic but it might do the trick for travel.

Although this is a good mystery, it’s very confusing if you haven’t read the previous books in the series. Unfortunately, I have not, so I felt lost from the beginning. Still a solid mystery though.

I gave this book a good try but stopped halfway as I could not comprehend the logic of the characters. As I had not read the prequels, it was also difficult to situate the different elements in the present. So many things did not make sense that I just gave up.

My thanks to Net Galley and Kensington for a allowing me to review this arc.

I liked this book but did not realize it was part of a series. Great mystery, lots of twists, well written, well done. I felt not knowing more of Heather and Erika s stories, I missed something. Do recommend.

Thanks to NetGalley for an eARC of this book. It was a good mystery. I didn't realize it was part of a series until I was partway through the book. I plan to read the books before this one. If you haven't read the previous books, the author did a good job filling in those blanks, but I still want to learn the stories of some other characters. In The Buried, we have Bode James and Sergeant Beverly Mae Montgomery, that are we follow. Sergeant Montgomery believes that Bode James is responsible for two missing women Heather and Erika, one already found dead. She can't get a warrant to investigate the wellness resort Bode is part owner of, so she uses a disguise and vacation leave to stay at the resort to explore. However, Bode immediately sees through her disguise but allows her to stay because he also wants to find out who is responsible for Heather and Erika going missing. There is also a larger story that seems to be taking the series to figure out, which happened 40 years before at what is now called Halcyon Hall. At that time, it was called Bainesworth Manor, and young girls were sent there that were pregnant. Many of the young women and some of the babies disappeared. Edie Stone, a reporter, has been investigating that mystery. The story has several twists, and a killer is trying to take out those that get in the way.
I look forward to more books in this series.

It’s the 4th book in the series and it’s a psychological, thriller, mystery novel. Definitely had some great elements and takes you on a wild ride. Highly recommend this book!

Insane-asylum turned elite-spa, Halcyon Hall has long guarded secrets, and state trooper Mae Montgomery is determined to expose them all. To do so, she checks in under the name of her late sister.

Fitness trainer Bode James knows the spa’s latest guest isn’t whom she claims. With a killer still on the loose and some blaming him, her presence could uncover the truth. The problem is Mae blames him for the death of her sister.

The perfect blend of suspense and romance, I thoroughly enjoyed the Bane Island series, including its newest entry, The Buried. The island’s eerie and at times suffocating nature makes the perfect backdrop for thrilling gothic tales.

Lisa Childs pens characters I simultaneously mistrust and root for until they ultimately feel like friends. Ones I want to keep returning to and undoubtedly will. The spine-tingling setting, riveting writing, and blend of romance and mystery ensured that I'll revisit these stories in the future.

While each installment has its own mystery, due to the number of characters and an overarching thread, I would recommend reading this series in order.

Although all the questions have now been answered, I’m not ready to say goodbye to this fictional corner of Maine and would love to see more mysteries set on Bane Island. Childs has created a world ripe with possibilities.

If like me, you enjoy stories that lean toward 75% mystery and 25% romance, give these a try! Readers should be prepared for some strong language.

The story about Bainesworth Manor on Bane Island in Maine is a convoluted mystery of family secrets and deceit. There are many twists to the plot that will keep you reading to the very end!

Wow! This latest installment keeps the tension high! I found myself holding my breath several times. Bode and Mae have great chemistry and together they search for answers. There's plenty of suspense and surprises. I was stunned by the reveal. We finally have answers and readers will love the way this concludes.

The Buried is book #4 in this series about an asylum of girls, in a manor full of evil.
This story is about Mae who is a State Trooper who assumes her sisters identity in order to find our what has happened to some missing woman.
Bode is a single girl Dad and fitness/wellness trainer who knows about Mae and wants to help her find out the truth. Will Mae let him? Can Bode prove to Mae that he's not like his relatives? Follow them on the journey filled with lots of twists, action, beautiful described scenery. You will not be disappointed.
I don't recommend this book as a standalone, I feel in order to know the characters and full story you should read in order.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and the previous ones, I'm a fan of Lisa Childs and feel her books are well written and thought out.
I was given this book by NetGallery in return for my honest review.
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THE BURIED
By Lisa Childs
Comes out September 26 2023

This is a book four in the Bane Island series. It revolves around the old Bainesworth Manor. That was once an asylum for wayward girls! The Manor was on the coast of Maine
First book - The Runaway
Second Book - The Hunted
Third Book - The Missing

This book can be read as a standalone. But I think, reading them an order would give you a better understanding of what was actually happening around the manner.

This book is based around the characters Mae Montgomery and Bode James.
Mae is a police sergeant, looking into some mysterious deaths that happened at the manor. Also looking for some missing women.

Body James is the wellness fitness trainer. He is also a Bainesworth. He is trying to erase the past suspicions about the manner. He has a single dad and he does not want his daughter growing up under the same suspicions that he had to go up under.

This is definitely an intense mystery. It will keep you on the edge of your seat. There are so many twists and turns it’s hard to get into what is actually happening in the book. You definitely have to read it to appreciate it.
Lisa Childs did an amazing job once again!

I was given this book by NetGalley in return for my honest review.

Will the evil of Bainesworth Manor ever be fully known. Mae knows that she has no choice but to take over her dead sister’s identity to find out the truth. She knows that Bode knows more about her sister’s death. And she will uncover the truth but she just didn’t expect Bode and his daughter.
Bode knows the truth about Mae but can he convince her that he had nothing to do with the latest death at the manor? He knows that his family are mostly evil but all him & his brother Elijah want us to help people but he fears that everything that they have done is for nothing. But will him & Mae uncover the last secrets that are hidden below?
Do they have a chance at happiness together?
A great read in the series. Enjoyed finding out more about the families they certainly were evil & twisted.
Mae is a strong independent woman that doesn’t trust easily. All she wants is the truth and she won’t back down until she finds the truth. Bode & Elijah are good men that only want to help others and they have fought hard to prove that they aren’t they same as the rest of the family.
I received an ARC copy via Netgalley and the publisher. This is my voluntary review.

This book was fantastic. It’s the 4rh book in The Bane Island Novel series. I hope there’s more books to come. I’ll list all the books at the end of this review. So many secrets at the Bainesworth Manor that now has been transformed into a spa.
Bode James is a trainer at the spa, and helps people. He and his brother Elijah have just found out some awful things, and just experienced the worst kind of evil within there own family.
Now seeing to there new arrival he knew it couldn’t be, and he had to check in on the person. He couldn’t believe who it was. The one person who looked at him as the one responsible for death of so many. He should throw out, and send her back. He had to prove his innocence to her. His brother already fell for the reporter Edie Stone.

Beverly Mae Montgomery did know what she was doing going to Halcyon Hall, but she needed answers about her sisters. She hoped Bode would let her in. Well she would do whatever she needed to do.

While Mae is in the manor she learns many things, and her life is in danger. The only thing is she things Bode is the person is in charge. He’s always there afterwards. Buy the book to see what happens. So much more to come.

First book-The Runaway
Second book- The Hunted
Third book- The Missing

I believe I could’ve enjoyed this more if I had read the previous books. It’s not a standalone in my opinion. I was confused by the characters and backstory. I believe it’s a good book if you have read in order.

Here is another installment in the saga of the old mental hospital on Bane Island. Bode and his brother have returned to Bane Island and as the last surviving members of the family have restored the place and opened a spa where the rich and famous can come to escape from the outside world for a period of time. Mae Montgomery, a state trooper, comes to stay at the facility undercover, trying to investigate a missing person and a murder. There are many old tales and mysteries tied to the mental hospital and locals are highly suspicious of the goings on there. There are a lot of interesting twist and turns in this story and I was left wondering who the culprit was until the last moment. This is a great suspense read. I highly recommend this entire series.

I have voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book that I received from NetGalley. All views expressed are only my own honest opinion.

I have enjoyed this series of books about Bane Island ad the latest addition was no exception. The wintery descriptions are so well written you feel like are there.The characters are very likeable and plot kept me guessing right to the end.I would highly recommend this book.

Such a great book. It often leaves you on the edge of your seat. It’s fast paced. I couldn’t stop turning the pages. The author does such a fantastic job at describing scenery that I felt I was there. I read and reviewed an advanced free copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Excellent blend of action, characterization, setting, and twisty plot.

The story begins in media res, in the middle of the story as it should.

Bode is the best kind of unreliable narrator. And Mae is the FMC we all need.

"He moved, then. Suddenly. He literally swept her off her feet."

Swoon.

Best line of this book? "Family was so much more than DNA. Family was acceptance and love... She loved them all."

Fourth book in the Bane Island series. For me this was not a stand alone read. I felt lost with all the characters and their backgroundshaving not read the prior books. For being uncover Mae is found out rather quickly by Bodie. Readable mystery with creepy atomosphere.
Thank you to the author, publisher, and Netgalley for the opportunity to preview the book.