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So this book is one of those reads that you go along thinking one thing then it all gets turned on its head half way through and then it all gets turned around again at the end. I never knew who was telling the truth which I love and it’s not often a book truly keeps me guessing. I loved this book.

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This was an enjoyable read with plenty of twists and turns all the way through. The characters were good, the story itself was suspenseful and the style of writing was perfect. I have read other books by this author before and I have enjoyed them all.. looking forward to the next one out. I would recommend this book to anyone that likes reading psychological books.
Thank you netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for a honest review.

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Another twisty page turner from D E White. Just when I thought I’d worked everything out, another plot twist appeared.
As with D E Whites other titles, this book was read in two nail biting sittings as I didn’t want to put it down..

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Fabulous thriller that grabs you at page 1 and never lets go,
Prepare for a roller coaster thriller of a read with a twist that will leave you breathless,
Joy Maddison, a famous podcaster disappeared while out on her evening jog exactly five years ago,
leaving behind a wildly successful career, husband and small children.
Presumed dead when no trace of her surfaced again.
Or has it now, 5 years later??
The story takes off with whispers of her possible resurfacing and what could possibly be her tie to a
drug addicted homeless woman with recurring drug and alcohol fueled flashbacks to Joy's car and
last seen location,
Great story with good, even movement between the "then" and "now" segues.
White hits a home run with intrigue and suspense.

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This book had me hooked from the very first page. It was full of twists and turns that kept me guessing until the end. It had a brilliant story with a great cast of characters.
A brilliant novel that I highly recommend. I can't wait to read more by the author.
❤️ Thank you to storm publishing, netgalley and the author for my arc ebook copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

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Slow to start but did build to a good solid thriller……..too repetitive in places with character talking etc but that aside was immersive enough for me to quickly read these parts and move on to the next bits
A good ending,altogether an intriguing read

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I decided to read just one more chapter before going to sleep, but instead I finished the book because it was too hard to put down.

The plot is intriguing, the characters are relatable, but the pace is a bit slow. It is definitely a story that will play mind tricks on you - my favorite kind of book.

The book centers around a popular influencer, Joy, who disappeared five years ago without a trace. When a possible sighting of her surfaces, new questions arise.

If you like suspense, twists and an abundance of drama, I would definitely recommend this book. My rating is 4 stars and I’d like to thank NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the advanced copy.

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What a fantastic thriller this was! It was not an easy read, not gonna lie, as in it needed a lot of concentration cos if you blinked you missed something but it was captivating! It took me a while to properly get into it but once I did I could not wait to find out what was going to happen. Would definitely recommend if you like thrillers, it keeps you on the edge of your seat

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This started out depressing and disturbing. Then it took a turn and I couldn’t put it down. There were so many questions throughout the book—unfortunately the ending answers didn’t do them justice. Some made sense but others came from left field and were unbelievable. Still, it was a good read!
Advanced reader copy courtesy of the publishers at NetGalley for review.

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You know her was a very gripping read which had me guessing until the very end. Every time I thought I had sussed it out bang another twist which I wasn’t expecting. This was a fantastic who done it thriller which had a bit of everything. I will definitely be looking out for more books from This author and I will definitely be recommending this to others great read.

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You Know Her started slow but I stuck with it. Glad I did - the twists and turns throughout the book made it worth it (and the ending was perfect!)

The book was longer than it needed to be (lots of unnecessary internal dialogue and the characters were not very likeable!)

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You Know Her by D. E. White

Five years ago, during a sweltering summer heatwave, perfect wife and mother Joy Maddison set off for her usual evening run – and vanished without a trace.

The final video of Joy, posted online by her devastated husband, has been viewed over a hundred million times. In the last frame she smiles for the camera, waves and says, ‘See you later, my darlings. Love you all!’ . before turning to open the gate to the woods.

I was taken with this book from the first chapter . I've read many , many books on this type of genre but I felt this one was a little different from the rest
It would also make an excellent t.v. series .

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You Know Her is a gripping thriller that kept me guessing. From the beginning, the clues slowly revealed themselves, but just when you thought you knew what had happened you'd be back to guessing again. There were events in the book that didn't seem plausible, but the pace and twists of the plot definitely lend itself to movie material.

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I really enjoyed this book overall, it definitely kept me hooked throughout. I would love to read more books by this author in the future and I would recommend this book.

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Joy, a popular influencer disappears without trace for five years.
There are reports that she was seen in Spain, but investigations came to nothing.

Mattie is a drug addict, living in a squalid building, and she is the image of Joy. She has no memories of her life before she became homeless.

I did enjoy this book, but it was a little drawn out.
It was suspenseful, and apart from Joy, Bobby and Lucy, the characters weren't likeable at all.
I suspected quite a few of the characters of trying to get rid of Joy, but it was only close to the end that I actually realised who was responsible.
I did feel a deep dissatisfaction for the motive to get rid of her. Did not quite ring true for me.

3/5 stars from me.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

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Well I did not see that coming! I really enjoyed this and found it a pretty quick and easy read. Some parts are a bit repetitive but other than that, it had all the makings of a really captivating story. There were so many twists and turns, I had no idea who to trust and who was lying, there is so much suspense and tension that I couldn't get to the end quick enough. Possibly if we start to overthink it then you'd have a lot of questions about hoe it plays out and why the characters didn't make better choices but I'm all about enjoying it for what it is and leaving it at that. Really good read

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Well that was totally different for me!! Wow! Great read! This book definitely had some crazy stuff going on! It had suspense, intrigue, action, murder, mystery, gas lighting, kidnapping, serial killers, A fantastic who done it that I did not see coming at all! Great plot twist and some really crazy twists and turns! The storyline was crazy interesting and had me glued to my Kindle! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this one! I highly recommend reading this book as it was well worth reading! Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me! Definitely a different but fantastic read!

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"You Know Her" is a mystery novel that promises intrigue and suspense but falls somewhat short of its potential. The story revolves around the disappearance of Joy Maddison during a summer heatwave five years ago and the viral video posted by her husband, which has captured the attention of millions online. On the fifth anniversary of her disappearance, a chance sighting near her home sparks new hope and questions about her fate.

The characters are adequately developed, and their emotions and struggles are relatable. Joy's husband's determination to find his wife and the impact of her disappearance on her family and community are explored to some extent. However, the character development could have been deeper to create a stronger connection with the reader.

The plot is filled with suspense and unexpected turns, which maintain a level of engagement throughout the story. The oppressive heatwave serves as an atmospheric backdrop, emphasizing the tension and uncertainty surrounding Joy's disappearance. The pacing is reasonable, with clues and revelations gradually unfolding, leading to a somewhat predictable but still satisfying conclusion.

The comparison to books like "Gone Girl," "The Silent Patient," and "The Girl on the Train" may raise expectations that "You Know Her" doesn't quite meet. While it shares some elements with these psychological thrillers, it lacks the same level of complexity, depth, and jaw-dropping twists that define those novels.

One of the drawbacks of the book is that some of the characters' actions and decisions may come across as implausible or melodramatic, which can hinder immersion in the story.

In summary, "You Know Her" is a decent mystery novel with elements of suspense and intrigue. While it may not reach the heights of the most acclaimed psychological thrillers, it still offers an engaging and readable experience. If you're looking for a moderately suspenseful story with a familiar premise, this book might be worth a read.

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Vlogger Joy Maddison is loved and hated in equal measure. With millions of viewers, she is followed by fans who want to see her every move and copy her, and trolls who are waiting for the inevitable slip up.

Five years ago, Joy goes off for a run in the local woods and disappears. Has she been kidnapped, murdered or has she just had enough and eloped with a mystery lover?

This book had so much potential and the story line, though not original, was interesting. Unfortunately there was so much waffle and repetition it was hard to get into the story. Slow, meandering and with lots of contradictions made it a laborious read.

With a really good tidy up and a thorough edit it could be a winner.

2.5*

Thank you NetGalley and Storm.

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3.5⭐Although the plot is interesting, the excessive amount of repetitive internal dialogue made it difficult to continue reading, especially in the beginning. Despite this issue, I was still hooked by the story and couldn't stop turning the pages to find out what happened to Darling Joy. The writing was well crafted, the characters were intriguing, and the constant uncertainty of who to trust kept me guessing until the end. The revelation of who kidnapped Joy five years ago was shocking as it was the least expected person, which made it even more gripping.

Thank you, NetGalley and Storm Publishing for providing me with an eARC.

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