"Who to Believe" by Edwin Hill is a gripping and intricately plotted mystery that keeps readers guessing from start to finish. The story follows Hester Thursby, a resourceful librarian, as she becomes embroiled in a complex web of secrets and deception when a former classmate goes missing. As Hester digs deeper, she uncovers layers of intrigue that challenge her understanding of trust and loyalty.

Hill’s writing is sharp and engaging, with a well-paced narrative that expertly balances suspense and character development. Hester is a relatable protagonist—intelligent and determined—whose personal journey adds depth to the story. The supporting characters are equally well-crafted, each with their own motivations and secrets that enrich the narrative.

The plot is skillfully constructed, with twists and turns that keep readers on their toes. Hill explores themes of truth, perception, and the difficulty of discerning whom to trust in a world where appearances can be deceiving. The atmospheric setting enhances the tension, immersing readers in the unfolding drama.

Overall, "Who to Believe" is a compelling and thought-provoking thriller that captivates with its intricate storytelling and well-developed characters. Edwin Hill has crafted a novel that will resonate with fans of psychological suspense and mystery, making it a must-read for those who enjoy a well-executed plot with emotional depth. This book will keep you turning pages long into the night!

Who to Believe by Edwin Hill is an intriguing domestic thriller set in a quiet New England town, where the murder of restaurateur Laurel Thibodeau sparks suspicion among a group of friends. The multiple perspectives and hidden secrets keep the story engaging, but the pacing felt slow at times, and the big reveals didn’t always land as strongly as I hoped. While the tension builds well, the payoff lacked the punch I expected. That said, some twists were surprising, and the complex characters made for an interesting read overall. A decent thriller, but not as gripping as I had anticipated.

Thank you Recorded Books for allowing me to read and review Who to Believe by Edwin Hill.

DNF @21%

Cannot connect. Dialogue is childish yet adult content. I do my best not to DNF NetGalley, however, there is no chance this will improve to my expectations.

I had the audiobook and think possibly if I had the print book my experience would have been different.

I had a great time reading this mystery/thriller book. The plot grabbed my attention right away, and I found myself speeding up my listening to find out the ending.

The story was divided into several sections, each focusing on a different character connected to the mystery. I believe this really enriched the narrative since we got to see what each character was thinking.

I am excited to read more from this author!

Thanks to NetGalley for this advance copy!

Idk this one has weird vibes, lol
Not necessarily in a bad way as i enjoyed most of the story but the sense of 'something sinister was at play in the backend and will be revealed soon and then when i kept waiting nothing much really happenede' ruined the mood for me and it because a bit repetitive after a while
Still some of the twist were shocking and i would like to give author credit for that

Who to Believe by Edwin Hill is a masterfully crafted domestic thriller that delves into the complexities of trust and deception among a close-knit group of friends. The story begins with a seemingly innocent birthday celebration shortly after the shocking murder of Laurel Tribodeau, a local restaurateur. This event sets off a chain reaction of suspense and intrigue, drawing readers into a tightly woven narrative.

The characters are vividly portrayed, each with their own secrets and motivations. The story is primarily driven by the perspectives of the friends who attended the birthday party, each revealing their own version of events. This multi-perspective approach keeps the reader engaged, constantly questioning who is telling the truth and who might be hiding something more sinister.

The plot thickens when another death occurs following the party, raising the stakes and adding layers of complexity to the mystery. Hill skillfully plants clues and red herrings throughout the narrative, maintaining a high level of suspense and making it difficult to predict the final outcome. The story’s structure is particularly impressive, with each chapter building on the last to create a crescendo of tension and drama.

One of the novel's most compelling aspects is its exploration of the characters' psychological depths. The friends' interactions are fraught with hidden resentments and unspoken histories, all of which come to a head as the plot unfolds. Hill's keen insight into human nature and relationships adds a rich layer of realism to the story, making the characters' actions and motivations both believable and intriguing.

The climax of the book is both shocking and satisfying, as the true connections between the characters and the murders are revealed. The resolution ties up the various narrative threads in a way that is both surprising and logical, leaving the reader with a sense of closure.

The audiobook version, narrated by a talented ensemble cast, enhances the storytelling experience. The narrators bring the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth, making it easy to follow the shifts in perspective and the unfolding drama.

In conclusion, Who to Believe is a compelling and intricate thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. Edwin Hill's expert storytelling, complex characters, and relentless pacing make this a standout novel in the genre, one that is sure to be remembered and talked about long after the final page is turned.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed all the different perspectives and how each one got the chance to show their side of the story surrounding the murders in the neighborhood. All of these characters were hiding something and were all unreliable narrators and had me guessing who the actual murderer was. This story was set up in such an interesting way and I enjoyed the thrill of it all.

it was an interesting book. Just okay. easily forgettable. but the writing was good. I'd give HIll another chance

"Monreith, Massachusetts, was once a small community of whalers and farmers. These days it’s a well-to-do town filled with commuters drawn to its rugged coastline and country roads. A peaceful, predictable place—until popular restaurateur Laurel Thibodeau is found brutally murdered in her own home. Suspicion naturally falls on Laurel’s husband, Simon, who had gambling debts that only her life insurance policy could fix. But there are other rumors too . . ."

This story has layers! The town of Monreith is the type of town where everyone knows everyone else's business. Neighbors are close and those that grew up there have a long history together. We follow several of the towns members and their kids as we learn the various relationships that bind them together.....and a few secrets a long the way.
Told from multiple POV's this one takes a few chapters to get all the characters straight and understand their relationships. But boy does it weave a web of messy characters! While pretty much each person in this story holds a secret, some of those secrets are truly dark. This story is layered and kept me guessing to the end. I just love messed up characters doing dark and messed up things.
The audiobook has a full cast of narrators that bring so much life to each of the characters. I highly recommend the audiobook for this one!

Thank you to @netgalley @kensingtonbooks and @recordedbooks for the gifted copy of this book.

This was well paced and I thought the audiobook format was a fun way to get into the story. I loved that it had a multiple cast of narrators to portray each POV, and I loved the setting of the small Massachusetts beach town. All the secrets, mystery, and wondering who I could trust made for a fun read overall.

*many thanks to Netgalley, RB Media and Kensington for the gifted copy for review.

3.5⭐️⭐️⭐️



✨ First time to notice this author and I love the blurb, but as much as I love the blurb I think I kind of lost a little bit with story. I think it’s because of how the POV of each other makes the story a little bit confusing 🙁

🙏 Thankyou netgalley for the opportunity to hear this arc for a honest review.



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This was so surprising! I was sucked into this story and all the many characters. I didn’t have any issues keeping up with the different characters. They were all unique and well crafted. I was really puzzled with this one. Who did it??? I did eventually figure it out but I wasn’t bummed about that. It kept me intrigued and engrossed throughout.

I enjoyed this one but am not sure that I would buy it now that I've read it. But I do have some ppl to recommend it to!

I was fortunate to receive an audio book of this. I finished listening to it very quickly because I was so engaged in the story. I loved hearing the different narrations and different points of view from each person in the story. The title was perfect because everyone had a different take on what transpired, and I loved hearing from every character. This was a very enjoyable audiobook.

Perfectly titled!!!

Excellent performance/narration!! No issues from me on this.

This story has an abundance of back stabbing partners, point of views telling the story and unreliable narrators.

The Shrink
The Patient
The cop
The partner
The reverend
The dog

I think that’s all of the point of views that make up this story of murder and deceit.

So on audio was a bit to keep up with the previous mentioned murders that were referenced in the current investigation and then couple more add to the mix.

I truly enjoyed the premise and story wound together nicely. Could have maybe used a summary at the end or slightly more ensuring that all ends were tied up well.

Lots of male to male romance that even went to mention their clothing choices, not really sure why i needed to know the color of his biking outfit or how many buttons were undone on his shirt. This didn’t add to the story and in general led to my mind wondering off during these scenes then would have to rewind a bit to make sure i didn’t actually miss something important.

Overall good story, love the idea/premise. Definitely would read more by this author, few things that could have been better.

Thanks to Netgalley for my advanced audio copy in exchange for my honest review.

Thanks to NetGalley and RB Media for an advanced audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

4 stars

Lots going on among six friends in a small Massachusetts beach town. A local woman was murdered and her husband, who has a gambling problem, is the prime suspect. The POV changes for each of the main characters. Let's just say the neighbors have a lot of baggage.


Excellent narration by Jonathan Todd Ross, Jennifer O'Donnell, Robb Moreira, Nick Walther, Laura Knight Keating, and Leah Horowitz.

I am not sure how I feel about this book. It had some good parts. However, there was so much with the different characters. I found my mind drifting off during the audiobook and I would forget who was talking or what had been going on. Not my favorite read.

What a cahnge the telling of this story was!
I absolutely adored the structure of this book! It tells the story of the same murder and its aftermath through various perspectives, showing the intricate details that shape the narrative.

With each viewpoint, we find fresh secrets, leading us on a compelling journey where the evidence constantly shifts, pointing towards different culprits. The storytelling is remarkably creative and executed with finesse.

As mentioned before the plot is about the mysterious murder of a woman. While her husband remains the primary suspect, attention shifts to a tight-knit group of six friends, each harboring their own skeletons in the closet.

The narration by different artists fit this story perfectly!

Thank you #NetGalley #RB Media, Recorded Books for this audiobook

This book started off very strong, and I enjoyed Farley's and Alice's POV's. Unfortunately, after that it became to convoluted and confusing and it lost my attention tbh. There were to many people and ridiculous situations to keep track of. The timeline hopping in Georgia's POV was very confusing and unnecessary. The amount of murderers were unrealistic. And the amount of people who were sleeping together and having affairs were hard to keep track of. I felt really nothing when learning who killed Farley at the end because there was to much going on by then, and I didn't connect with any of the characters. I'll give it a 3 star only because I really liked the first few chapters, but probably won't be reading any more books by this author.

Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC.

🎧 Audiobook review 🌟🌟🌟💫 rounded up

I wouldn't categorize this book as a thriller but rather as a whodunit mystery suspense.

It has a full cast of narrators, which I love, but I have to admit that I got a thrown because along with the full cast, you also get all their POVs surrounding the same timeline, which I wasn't expecting. It initially left me a little confused and lost in the shuffle for a short time.
You have the psychiatrist, their patient, the detective, the psychiatrist's boyfriend and his daughter, the minister, and even the dog. Which I loved by the way and one reason why I rounded up. I think I have all of them straight and I wanted to lay them out for you, because I think it would have been better if I had known that I would be getting multiple POVs so that I could easily distinguish when we were switching POVs. If I had known that when I began listening and knew that we would be hitting the same record of time from these POVs, it might have helped with my confusion and make sense of everything. Once I had it all straight in my mind, I was able to engage more in each and the story.

I loved how it started out with the psychiatrist who knows all the secrets of the small town. I ate that up. He's a captivating MC who has surprises up his sleeve. He was probably my favorite character storyteller. I appreciated his narration and POV. I was laughing when he was talking about how good-looking he was. I also really liked his daughter's point of view and narration. Both were very animated and a little over the top, but in a fun way. Their stories held my attention.

Although there was some confusion initially With the writing style, I found it interesting once I grasped it. I can say that I enjoyed listening to certain POVs more than others and that some held my interest better. The first time we entered Max's POV, he lost me for a moment, as it took on a detective mystery feel and I was in to the gossipy psychiatrist's POV. While I didn’t hate it I was a little disappointed when it changed and it took me a second to figure out that it was and where we were headed. When we landed back with Chloe (the daughter), it really picked up for me again.

In my opinion, this book was good. Looking back at the same events through different POVs can be interesting, but it got a little drawn-out for me because the event wasn't particularly thrilling, if you will but it was suspenseful.

I do have to say I don't think I've read anything quite like this with so many points of view and a recounting of the same event from their different points of view that helped you uncover what happened. Some will definitely love that and some will definitely hate that. I was somewhere in between, but I think that it must take some skill and another reason I rounded up. I still love getting fresh perspectives, but I was unsure if I had too many to keep track of for a while. I did enjoy the book enough to go back and revisit the parts I was unsure of. If I wasn't enjoying it, I wouldn't have done that. I think I will definitely check out another book by this author at some point. Before entering, I suggest reading a synopsis for this one to get an idea of what to expect. If I read one of his books again, I will read it rather than go blind.

It’s a yes, for me, knowing that some will love this and some will not.

Thank you NetGalley, RB Media and Edwin Hill for sending me this Audiobook in exchange for my honest review..

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