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I work in an ICU which made some aspects of the book a little hard for me! But would rec if you’re not in healthcare

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Read Completed 4/10/24 | 3.75 - 4 stars

THE GOOD GIRL (2014) | 4 stars
PRETTY BABY (2015) | 3.5 stars
DON'T YOU CRY (2016) | 3 stars
EVERY LAST LIE (2017) | 3.75 stars
WHEN THE LIGHTS GO OUT (2018) | 2.5 stars
THE OTHER MRS. (2020) | 3 stars
LOCAL WOMAN MISSING (2021) | 3.75 stars
JUST THE NICEST COUPLE (2023) | 4 stars

Mary Kubica is super hit or miss for me, this was one of the better reads for me. This felt like it flowed fairly well, and although it takes a while to get going, there are some really good things that happen in the second half of the book! I really appreciated the twists and there were definitely things I didn't see coming.

Aside from the slower pace in the beginning, I think my only complaint really is that things just don't quite wrap up cleanly. I wanted things to be more connected to really pack a bigger punch. There are a couple different story lines happening here and I think if one more of the could have been connected to the main event, it really would have had a lasting impression. Instead, there were all these big and little pieces that didn't really have anything to do with each other half the time.

I was going to round up and give this four stars, but the more I think about some of the messier parts of it, the more I'm going to stay in the 3 star range at 3.75 stars. This was an enjoyable read and I really like the twisty parts that got me! But some of the plotting was messy and a few things just dropped off in order to make the reader doubt things but didn't have a good explanation.

I did enjoy my read and I'm happy with the reading experience and I'm going to stop thinking about it before I take away any more stars.

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Thank you NetGalley for letting me read this book. Meghan is an ICU nurse who is recently divorced and trying to raise a teenage daughter. One night, a mystery patient comes in, assumed to have jumped off a bridge and Meghan some how ends up more intertwined in her life.
The first half of the book focuses on the woman and the bridge who is in a coma with not too much action. Mary is a good writer enough to keep you going to wanting to know how the story plays out. Eventually more twists happen and everything starts to fit together. The ending was great however some plot holes were never addressed. I get the concept of leaving the reader guessing but some ideas I wished were explained better. Overall a great read.

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I have never read Mary Kubica before but I so enjoyed this one. the mystery, the twists and the climax made for an enjoyable reading experience. Read in about 2 days!

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Whoa! What a ride! Mary Kubica knows how to keep you hooked, and never giving it away until the shocking twist! I finished this book in one day, I just needed to know!

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Mary Kubica's "She's Not Sorry" is a riveting and suspenseful novel that keeps readers in suspended animation until the very end. With its skillful plotting and intricate character dynamics, this psychological thriller is sure to leave readers on the edge of their seats

What sets "She's Not Sorry" apart is Kubica's ability to create tension and suspense with each new twist and turn of the plot. From the opening pages to the heart-stopping climax, this novel keeps readers on their toes, eagerly turning the pages to uncover the next shocking revelation. Kubica's prose is taut and atmospheric, drawing readers into the dark and twisted world of [setting] with its vivid descriptions and evocative imagery.

But perhaps the greatest strength of "She's Not Sorry" lies in its complex and multifaceted characters. From [Main Character's Name]'s relentless determination to [antagonist's name]'s chilling manipulation, each character is given depth and nuance, making them feel like real people with their own motivations and desires. Kubica deftly explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the nature of truth, keeping readers emotionally invested in the outcome until the very end.

In conclusion, "She's Not Sorry" is a four-star thriller that will keep you guessing until the final page. With its gripping plot, compelling characters, and atmospheric writing, this novel is sure to satisfy fans of the genre. While it may not reinvent the wheel, it delivers exactly what it promises: a pulse-pounding ride through the dark heart of human nature. Mary Kubica continues to prove herself as a master of suspense, and "She's Not Sorry" is further evidence of her talent and skill as a storyteller.

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**Thank you so much to Harlequinn Books for sending me an ebook ARC**

If you love a book that keeps you constantly second guessing yourself, your theories, and the characters, you need to get this book!


This book followers Meghan, an ICU nurse who is treating a patient with a traumatic brain injury after she supposedly jumped off a bridge. However, new evidence comes to light that suggests she may not have jumped, but been pushed. Meghan becomes very close with Meghan's family and the situation in general, and starts to search for answers. However, then she starts to worry that she and her teenage daughter Sienna may be in danger.

This book has more twists and turns than almost any other book. It is very fast paced and a quick read! At several points, I was so shocked that I had to set the book down just to process what happened. The author weaves together all of these small details throughout the book that seem insignificant and creates this masterfully written puzzle. I could have never guessed some of the major plot twists! This is definitely a book where you are constantly second guessing and suspecting every one of the characters and what's happening and true. It was hard for me to even develop a theory because I had so many questions and there were so many different pieces to the puzzles.

This is not a book that you want to read late at night or before you go out by yourself. It is very suspenseful!

One tiny detail that frustrated me a little reading this book was the repetitive mentions of directions and street names, always detailing the roads she walks to get everywhere. They weren't significant to the plot and at times took me out of the story because it was kind of confusing and unhelpful.

Please be sure to check the trigger warnings because it does discuss very heavy themes, especially surrounding suicide, domestic abuse, and kidnapping.

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I binged this book in two days, I couldn’t put it down!

It’s fast paced and full of suspense and twists. There was one major twist that I didn’t see coming that was just SO GOOD! I think it's best to go into this one blindly and just enjoy the ride. I have been a big Mary Kubica fan for years, and I think her books just kept getting better and better. If you’re looking for a thriller that will take you on a rollercoaster full of twist then check this one out.

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Another solid book from Mary Kubica! Thank you to Netgalley and publisher for ARC in exchange for my honest feedback. If you have read Local Woman Missing, Just the Nicest Couple or The Other Mrs..this book is right up your alley. It has the same feel and same mystery vibe. I really enjoyed this book and characters. It started with a twist and it is a quick read!

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'She's Not Sorry' by Mary Kubica is not this author's strongest work but still has a great twist and is thoroughly readable!

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This has been my favorite Mary Kubica so far. It was such an interesting and layered story with crazy twists and turns. She is one of the thriller writers who really wants me feel things when i read her work because it is so raw. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys thrillers or is looking to get into the genre. I hope this book surpasses her previous works because she is just getting better with each book!!

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FAST PACED thriller! First Mary Kubica book and I am hooked, can't wait to read her other books. An ICU RN becomes very curious about her patient who was presumed to jump off a bridge and severely injured and is unresponsive with multiorgan injuries all while there is an attacker on the loose in Chicago that has this RN very concerned about her and her daughter's wellbeing. Unexpected twists & keeps you guessing till the very end. Highly recommend!

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I absolutely loved this book! This is the 2nd book I’ve read by Kubica and I find her writing style so smooth and intriguing. As a nurse, I naturally took to the MC. She was very likable even after learning the bad things she did. This book was hard to put down. I enjoyed the twists as each characters inner demons unraveled throughout the story.

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This book grabbed my attention from the beginning and right when I thought I knew what was gonna happen; the author threw in a plot twist that I didn't see coming. And I almost always see it coming! I audibly gasped! I loved the story, but honestly, I don't understand why there was a whole separate side story going on. I really enjoyed the book. 3.75 out of 5 round up to 4 stars. Thank you, netgalley, for sharing this book with me in exchange for my honest review.

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She's Not Sorry is a thriller of pulsating suspense, skilfull plotting, and palpable tension. I read it in one sitting, turning page after page, and before I knew it, I was done. It had been a long time since I just *had* to keep reading a book - no matter the time or circumstances - and I'm so glad to have gotten that feeling back again. This was a thriller that got me out of my thriller book rut, and if you're also in a rut, this may be the book for you.

There's so much I want to say about the twists and turns (and ending!!!), but I won't, because I really do think readers should go into this knowing as little as possible. I knew next to nothing and truly believe this enhanced the reading experience. However, I will say that some specifics about the interconnections of the characters hindered the reading experience for me. Not enough to fully pull me out of my groove, but enough for me to wonder retrospectively and think, "Huh, I don't think that's ever explained". This is balanced out, though, by Mary Kubica's writing, which was fast-paced and easily digestible.

Thank you to the publisher via Netgalley for providing me with a digital advanced copy of She's Not Sorry by Mary Kubica. All thoughts and opinions are my own and are not influenced by any third parties. #ShesNotSorry #NetGalley

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The author kept me guessing the entire time. It is a twisty tale of a nurse and a patient that is in a coma, after jumping from a bridge. I don’t think you should read too much about this book, go into it just knowing that, it will make it so much more enjoyable!

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She’s Not Sorry- Mary Kubica
Star rating- 4
Thank you NetGalley, Mary Kubica and Harlequin Trade Publishing | Park Row for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Mary Kubica is a master of suspense, from the first page to the last I was thrilled and surprised. This book takes you through a roller-coaster of mysteries and twists. I wasn’t able to guess even one of the many twists. This book did leave me with some questions for different characters, which I wish I had answers for. Overall, this was a really quick and fun read and I highly recommend it.

Meghan is a single mother and ICU nurse. She is doing her best to keep up with her changing life. When a patient named Caitlin comes in, a suspected suicide, something in Meghan is shook by this woman’s story. As more and more of Caitlin’s story is revealed while she is in a coma, Meghan starts to get a little too interested in the mystery surrounding her.

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She’s Not Sorry by Mary Kubica

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One of my quickest binge reads of the year!!! She’s Not Sorry is a very twisty and intriguing thriller you will not be able to put down!! In this story, we get to know Meghan, an ICU nurse living in Chicago with her daughter and they have a lot going on. Meghan is treating a patient who is in a coma after a suspected suicide attempt. The twists in this book came from left and right!! Mary Kubica weaves an emotional and addicting mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for an ARC of this book!!

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She's Not Sorry by Mary Kubica is a fast-paced thriller that does disappoint! From the first page, there are twists and turns throughout that kept me engaged wanting to find resolution to all the plot threads. This book keeps you on a slow burn as new information is unveiled twist by twist. As an experienced ICU nurse, Meghan Michaels is extremely likeable as a main character and makes you want to cheer her on for being a caring person. I always find Mary Kubica's writing style to be riveting and engaging and this book can be added to a long list of winning reads from the author. Thanks to NetGalley, Mary Kubica, and Harlequin Trade Publishing for an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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This thriller was unfortunately not one of her best. The timeline was not clear, such that the reveal of where we were in the timeline was more confusing than shocking, and this poor woman seemed to be the target of at least two, if not three, very bad people - all unconnected from each other. Which, even one of the things that happened would be a very bad day for anyone. Would have been much better if the author could have found a way to link everything together, rather than just a series of extreme unlucky people.

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