I was so excited to read this because I've been really in the zone of mystery/thriller/suspenses after nearly a decade of being totally off of them AND because it's set in the Pacific Northwest, my lifelong home. I was actually imagining that Quinn was inspired by the real-life story of Linda Hazzard and "Starvation Heights" (look it up if you're not aware, infuriating and fascinating in equal measure) but alas. The premise and beginning were intriquing to me but as many others, I found some of the treatment of mental illness careless at best, and there was also a weird connection to gender affirming surgeries that just felt icky. Not one I'd recommend widely, unfortunately.

If you love thrillers set in remote locations just as much as I do, then look no further than THE CLINIC by Cate Quinn. This was so fun and spooky -- the perfect book for a binge-read session!

Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishing Company for providing me this Advanced Readers Copy of The Clinic by Cate Quinn!

As far as thrillers go, this one fit a lot of the typical tropes and was interesting enough. It wasn't, however, particularly new or different from what many thrillers have done in the past. The unavailable and self-medicating FMC, conspiracy theories and false twists around every corner, and the actual twist was just a slight variation of something I predicted near the beginning. That being said, as a fan of thrillers, I still enjoyed reading this, I just didn't find anything groundbreaking in it. I definitely recommend it to thriller lovers who are happy with the typical tropes found in the genre.

From the start, you know there's something wrong with this clinic. The practitioners are questionable, the setting is too remote, and the clients are of high society-- something is bound to go very, very wrong. You'll be rooting for a couple of likeable characters while hoping more than one gets their comeuppance!

An absolutely haunting and chilling read. This was hard to put down. The lengths that someone will go to prove that things are not as they appear - and yet, there are twists that are going to make you gasp with surprise.

Fascinating and engaging!

The Clinic
Cate Quinn
3 ⭐️

The clinic is a twisty, psychological thriller about Meg who enter a rehab clinic in the Pacific Northwest. Her famous sister recently died there under suspicious circumstances and she enters undercover to find out the truth about really happened to her. The problem is she has been popping a few too many pills herself so this is proving to be harder than she expected. I actually really liked this one. It is a little far fetched and off the rails at times, but it is highly entertaining and the twist at the end is fun! I am giving this one a solid 3 ⭐️!

I want to thank #Netgalley and SOURCEBOOKS Landmark for the ARC. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

A wild and crazy thriller about a rehab clinic full of celebrities trying to get sober...or are they? If there is any truth to this story, it is an absolute whirlwind!

I binged the audiobook is such a short time because I couldn’t put it down. I loved the atmospheric feel that the author gives with the Clinic that is completely isolated from the outside world. When shit hits the fan you’re on your own. I was a little disappointed in the ending but over all I enjoyed it.

Thank you source books an netgalley for an arc.

The story starts off good, and I was excited to pick it up and read it, but 75% of the way through, the whole feel changes, and it goes a little off the rails. I really had to convince myself to finish the book.
I would not recommend to a friend.

This book annoyed me to no end. The characters were all so self righteous and for what? The big twist was shocking but also too ridiculous to believe. I kept reading to figure out “whodunnit” so it kept me engaged, but I was already so over it by the time it ended.

This is a well written book with a lot of thrills. I am thankful for the chance to have read this. Will recommend to others with a similar interest.

This book started out so strong and went downhill about halfway through. The characters were pretty awful, and the ending was a bit flat to me— it felt like the author just had a deadline to meet and finished it to meet that. Disappointed

A famous woman dies mysteriously at an exclusive rehab called the Clinic. Her sister takes it upon herself to get to the bottom of it, and checks herself into the rehab. Keep in mind, she also has some dependency issues!

. The beginning was fantastic! I was pulled in by the prose. Unfortunately things kind of fell apart for me in the second half. Just a bit too outlandish and illogical. It was also a tad too long. That said, it was still an enjoyable read and I will definitely read what Quinn writes next!

This was the first novel I have read by this author and this was a book that I enjoyed. I would recommend this novel.

I read this book while waiting for a hurricane to literally pass over my house and this was just the type of distraction I needed.

I enjoyed the locked-room atmosphere of THE CLINIC, along with most of the characters.

That is surprising seeing as how our main character, Meg, is sort of morally gray. We just aren't sure what we are dealing with other than we know she has prescription medicine and alcohol dependencies.

When her sister dies at a rehab clinic for the famous, Meg goes undercover to find out what happened.

I thought the story was a bit unbelievable at times, but I just really enjoyed the plot and the way Meg's story was told.

Thank you NetGalley and Sourcebooks Landmark for an e-copy of THE CLINIC to review.

I rate THE CLINIC four out of five stars.

The Clinic by Cate Quinn is a gripping psychological thriller set in a remote rehab clinic on the Pacific Northwest coast. The story begins with Meg, an undercover investigator at a Los Angeles casino, who learns of her estranged sister Haley's death at an exclusive rehab facility. Determined to uncover the truth behind Haley's death, Meg checks herself into the clinic under the guise of a patient. The narrative is split between Meg and Cara, the clinic's manager, as they navigate the eerie and mysterious circumstances surrounding the supposed suicide.

The Clinic excels in its atmospheric setting and complex character portrayals. Quinn's ability to weave a suspenseful and psychologically rich narrative keeps readers hooked from start to finish. However, some may find the pacing uneven at times, and the dark themes may not be suitable for all readers.

Overall, The Clinic is a must-read for fans of psychological thrillers, offering a deep dive into the complexities of addiction, trauma, and the human psyche.

Unfortunately, I really struggled with this book and could not finish it. I found the main story hard to follow and the POVs were confusing for me.

This is a great thriller set in a rehab clinic located in the Pacific Northwest. The main character, Meg, checks herself into the clinic to try to find out what happened to her sister who was reported to have committed suicide. This one will keep you guessing.

*The Clinic* by Cate Quinn – 4 Stars**

Cate Quinn’s *The Clinic* is a dark and gripping thriller that delves into the psychological complexities of its characters while maintaining an intense, fast-paced narrative. Set in a remote, high-end rehabilitation center, the story follows the unraveling of secrets as patients with troubled pasts confront their deepest fears and darkest truths.

Quinn masterfully crafts a tense atmosphere, building suspense with each chapter. The characters are flawed but deeply human, and their interactions drive much of the emotional weight of the story. The twists and turns keep readers on edge, with a few surprises that are truly shocking, making this book hard to put down.

However, at times, the story does dip into familiar thriller tropes, and some plot points might feel predictable to avid readers of the genre. A bit more development of the clinic’s setting and its psychological impact on the characters could have added an extra layer of depth.

Overall, *The Clinic* is a well-executed thriller with enough psychological tension and character intrigue to satisfy fans of the genre. It’s a dark, captivating read that will keep you hooked until the final reveal.