Like mother, like Daughter had enough twists in the beginning to make you wonder how it was going to end. Once the book gave the profession of a character, it was easy to know who he was.

McCreight has written another highly suspenseful book that weaves what we think we know with what we believe we know. Mothers and daughters have always had a tough relationship no matter the decade. Moms try to protect and daughters want to be set free. The complicated relationship is explored in this book where new suspects pop out of every corner. Was it the husband, the daughters boyfriend or someone in her line of work. The story flows from one view to another with the characters as vivid as your next door neighbor. I finished this book in a day because it was so intriguing and fascinating.

Everyone needs to race to the store and buy this book! Kimberly McCreight is not talked about enough! This book was incredible! The storyline was well developed and that twist at the end! 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Wow, what a thriller! I read and loved Reconstructing Amelia years ago, so I was so excited when I got approved to read Like Mother, Like Daughter. There were so many complicated relationships in this book: not just concrete relationships, like between mothers and daughters, but also less tangible ones, like the relationship between truth and lies.

This was such a well-constructed whodunnit. There were so many possibilities! Mysteries upon mysteries, past and present. I found the time jumps to be very effective in building the various mysteries. I was off-kilter the entire time, and didn’t see the end coming at all. I also loved the use of mixed media - including emails and text messages. I read a lot of thrillers and find that sometimes they can become rote, but I flew through this one, excited to see what would come next! A definite five stars.

Wasn’t a fan of this one at all. Way too many random characters and alternating storylines that lead to a disappointing ending

A great read, in fact, I read it in a weekend. I really like the characters in the plot kept me guessing thank you for my advanced copy. I will recommend this to friends and family.

"Like Mother, Like Daughter" by Kimberly McCreight had me hooked from the first page, and I couldn't put it down until I reached the very end.

McCreight's writing style is nothing short of brilliant. The way she weaves the narrative through multiple timelines is a stroke of genius. Each chapter left me eagerly anticipating the continuation of the timeline it introduced, and the seamless transitions kept the suspense alive throughout.

What truly stood out for me was the realistic portrayal of the characters. Kat and Cleo felt like people I could know in real life, with their flaws and complexities. Cleo's perspective on her mother as rigid and controlling, contrasted with Kat's actions and secrets revealed in her viewpoint, adds layers to the mother-daughter relationship that kept me emotionally invested.

The exploration of the mother-daughter dynamic is a shining aspect of this novel. The tension and intricacies of their relationship are palpable, and I found myself empathizing with both characters as their stories unfolded. The author skillfully delves into the complexities of familial bonds, making the narrative not only suspenseful but also emotionally resonant.

The gripping plot revolves around Cleo's quest to find her missing mother, and the revelations she uncovers are jaw-dropping. The alternating viewpoints from Cleo's present-day perspective and her mother's days leading up to her disappearance create a captivating dual narrative that adds depth and richness to the storytelling.

For those who enjoy suspenseful thrillers with a strong focus on family dynamics, "Like Mother, Like Daughter" is an absolute must-read. Kimberly McCreight has crafted a compelling tale that keeps you on the edge of your seat, eagerly turning the pages to uncover the secrets hidden within the intricate web of mother-daughter relationships. Highly recommended!

A cat and mouse game from beginning to final pages. Kat and Cleo are mother and daughter with less than perfect relationship between them. Both have secrets they want to keep hidden. things change when Cleo comes home to find her mother's shoe and blood but her mother missing.

Many twists and turns to keep the reader thinking and guessing. Many red herrings to keep readers engaged and two very strong lead characters.

Highly recommend


Thank you NetGalley for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest opinion.

This book was utterly phenomenal! So much of it I didn’t see coming until it hit me in the face! The characters were amazing and so real. I loved how it was so wildly unpredictable. I had no idea what was coming next; it felt like a wild ride and I loved that! Kat and Cleo were the best characters in a group of wonderfully written characters but so many of them were incredibly nuanced. Can’t wait to read more from her!

Wow! I loved this book. Like Mother, Like Daughter was a sensational read and is an early contender for my favorite novel of 2024.

This book was smartly written and executed flawlessly. The writing style was brilliant and the timeline kept the story interesting and did a great job of building suspense. The characters were well thought out and complex. The author really captured the beauty and struggle of parenting while trying to protect and also build a connection. The ending was shocking but not over the top shocking that it wasn’t plausible.

I highly recommend Like Mother, Like Daughter to all readers that value excellent writing and character development.

A huge thank to you NetGalley and Knopf for the opportunity to devour this ARC before it’s intended release date of July 9, 2024.

This is a complex thriller with a few twists. It was a slow burn story for me. I enjoyed the book by this author and would like to read more of her books. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for and ARC of this book.

Kat is a mother who cares about her daughter Cleo. Too much in Cleo’s opinion, though she would probably use words like controlling, rigid, and unable to ever have fun. But then that might be because of her mother’s early life, which was hard and cold, and nothing like what Cleo has grown up knowing. Conversations regarding Kat’s past have always been brief and the main reason Cleo does not understand her mother. But when she was supposed to meet her and Kat is gone, leaving behind signs of a struggle, Cleo will put everything aside to find her mother.
Told from two POV’s,Kat in the days, leading up to her disappearance and Cleo in the now. She winds up learning an awful lot about her mother, hopefully enough to figure out where she is, and bring her home. Kat’s estranged, husband and Cleo’s father Aidan was a real piece of work. He was one of the many people I looked at twice. I was surprised by the conclusion, and could’ve kicked myself for overlooking a vital clue.

I really enjoyed this one. I preferred Kat's storyline, as I find Cleo to be a bit whiny. I think the author did a good job of describing a mother's love and undying devotion to get child, but I'm not sure her obsession with her daughter's sex life was really realistic. It makes sense once Kat's past is revealed, but even then I think it was a bit much. Cleo was incredibly selfish and immature in my opinion. Her character did show growth over the course of the story, but sometimes it was hard to really enjoy her chapters. The other minor characters, Annie, Janine, and Aidan, were all pretty awful humans.
Thanks to Net Galley for the book to review.

I would like to thank NetGalley for giving me this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

So… idk how I feel about this one. It didn’t suck, but it wasn’t great. I felt like there was too much going on to where it got to be confusing and repetitive. The first part of the book I was hooked, the middle was way too long and then the last 10% I was pretty sucked in again.

I totally get where people would love this and would easily rate it 5 stars, but personally it fell short for me.

College age Cleo has a rocky relationship with her mother, Kat, who is missing during a visit home from school. The house is a mess, which is very unusual for Kat. Cleo discovers evidence her mother may have been harmed. While the police suspect Kats husband, Cleo looks for clues to clear her dad’s name, which leads to discovering her mom may not have been the person she knew.

Lots of twists and turns and I was left wondering who the “suspect” was. While I enjoyed the cast of characters we met throughout the story, I found Cleo bratty and annoying., and disliked her character enough to put the book down every so often. .

Oh my gosh! The fabulous Kimberly McCreight knocks another one out of the park! I loved everything about this book. Solid characters that hooked me early on and absolutely did not let go. It was hard to know who to trust. Packed with tension, lies and so many secrets. Huge 5 stars from me.
Thank you NetGalley and Kimberly McCreight for the opportunity to read and review this cracker of a book.

I received a free ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

When Cleo arrives home to find her mother missing and signs of a struggle, she uncovers a web of lies. Her seemingly perfect mother, Kat, is a skilled "fixer"/lawyer hiding dangerous secrets. As threats escalate, they must confront their pasts to protect each other in a gripping tale of suspense and mother-daughter relationships.

Ever had a book so captivating you couldn't put it down? Well, I got to experience that with "Like Mother, Like Daughter" by Kimberly McCreight. I spent any free time I had during the day wrapped up in this book, completely absorbed in the story. Once I started reading, I was hooked. The plot and characters were so engaging, I just had to keep turning the pages. It switches between Kat's and Cleo's points of view, and even includes news articles and transcripts from therapy sessions, which add so much to the story. This is the first book I've read from McCreight, but it feels like she's honed in on her craft as a master storyteller. Her ability to divert my attention is like magic; I found myself surprised by the unexpected, unpredictable twists and turns. The intensity of the storyline is so gripping that you can't help but get lost in it. Every character seems to have secrets, making it hard to decipher who's telling the truth. I was completely enthralled and couldn't tear myself away until I reached the very last page.

This was a fun mystery/thriller. I did guess all of the twists but that didn’t take away from the reading experience.

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I kept looking for a good stopping place when reading "Like Mother, Like Daughter." Spoiler alert: there is none. This book takes off and never slows down.

The plot centers around the mother (Katrina) who has disappeared (leaving a blood trail in her house), the troubled relationship between daughter Cleo and her mother, and a lawsuit against a drug company.

Anxiety increases the longer Katrina is missing. Cleo realizes she really loves her mother and starts her own investigation. Fortunately, Detective Wilson is doing her own job as well as looking out for Cleo.

I'd venture to say that even if you guess the right person as the perp, you won't know why.

Kimberly McCreight has done a great job with "Like Mother, Like Daughter." I highly recommend this twisty, fast-moving mystery.

I enjoyed this read. I was a little frustrated at the beginning with switching between narratives from different people, legal documents (with some unfamiliar lingo) and therapy transcripts. It took a bit for me to settle in to the story, but once I did, I was hooked. The combination of mystery/suspense and mother/daughter angst was intriguing.

I did feel at the end like some of the story lines hadn't been fully developed - like they added to the complexity of the story just for complexity's sake rather than being an integral part of the plot. It felt a bit like I was on a ride that ended before I really got to my destination.

That aside, it was a highly entertaining read! I'd say 3.5 stars (rounding up to 4).