A gripping novel where past horrors make the present situation a little bit darker, a little bit scarier. The main character is well developed and likeable. The story moves at a fast pace and draws you in. There are lots of twists and turns throughout making this one a twist turny read. In this town you do not know who you can trust

Review of “The Nowhere Girls” by Dana Perry. Out today, April 2nd!

3,5 ⭐️

This thriller really had me hooked, I’m not gonna lie. I was intrigued by the story from the very first page and really wanted to know what was going to happen. I had my theories, which ended up being all wrong, so I was pleasantly surprised by the finale and ending. Will also definitely be reading book 2 when it comes out.

Our FMC, Nikki, is a bad-ass FBI-agent, and I really liked her character. The dynamics between her and the other characters in this book were well-written and interesting to read about: especially with Bill. I really had some fun with Girard as well, I invisioned a Scully/Hitchcock (Brooklyn 99) type of man and I found that to be very funny. I am happy that he got his moment, though, I wanted that for him.

And Greg, he was just golden-retriever gone a bit overboard. I must say I really liked him as a character and how much he loved Nikki, but I do also understand her troubles. I just had a weak spot for him, I can’t help it.

The only thing I didn’t really like was how repetitive the writing was. So many things were repeated over and over again, that I got a bit confused as to why that was. It resulted in my skimming some of the pages and parts where the repetitions were.

Overall, a recommendation. A very nice thriller that will keep you reading. Also, it’s a short read, so perfect for when you’re in a slump, trying to get out. I liked this one!

Thank you so much to Netgalley and the publisher, Bookouture, for this E-ARC in exchange for a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

The Nowhere Girls is book one in the Detective Nikki Cassidy series by Dana Perry.
The book drew me in within the first few pages and is packed full of action and suspense.
This book is full of suspense and mystery. Dana Perry does an excellent job of building the tension.
Was a good, exciting crime thriller that showcases Dana’s skills for brisk pacing, twisty plotting and edgy characters. The story quickly reels the reader in and keeps them engrossed all the way to the abrupt ending.

Thank You NetGalley and Bookouture for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!

The Nowhere Girls is the first instalment of a new series about a maverick FBI agent investigating the murder of her younger sister fifteen years earlier. I had not come across this author before and for some reason thought he was British, but saw a couple of rave reviews and requested the first on a whim without paying too much attention to what it was about - I was also seduced by the comparison with Robert Dugoni. Unfortunately I was somewhat disappointed - the story was okay - all the usual serial killer thriller tropes, but the writing very pedestrian and the narrative horribly repetitive.

Nikki Cassidy has never forgiven herself for the actions as a teenager that led to the disappearance and subsequent murder of her twelve year old sister. Now she works to rescue other missing kids as part of the Crimes Against Children division of the FBI. When the man in prison for the crime breaks his silence and tells her that he’s not the killer after all, Nikki returns to her home town to investigate, but then another girl vanishes under similar circumstances and the local police chief is less than thrilled at her interference. Can Nikki and her colleagues track down the real killer before it’s too late?

I think my problem here is that it was all too familiar - the characters, plot and twists felt the same as every other entry in this overcrowded genre, and my expectations had been raised by all the 5-star advance reviews. This is the first of three novels in this series being published simultaneously, and from what I can tell, all covering the same kind of ground story wise. I’m just glad I didn’t ask for all three. If you like this sort of thing, and I certainly used to, and don’t mind an irritatingly cocky heroine, and unrealistic dialogue, then do give this a shot, but I can only muster an unenthusiastic 2.5 stars, rounded up because I at least didn’t predict who the baddie would turn out to be.

Thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture for the ARC. The Nowhere Girls is published on April 2nd.
Note - at the time of writing, the blurb on both Amazon and GoodReads is completely wrong - I’m surprised no one else seems to have noticed!

I love that Nikki Cassidy is an FBI agent.
I love that she’s from the Midwest.
I love that she’s the central character in a brand new series.
The action is slow at first but then it gains traction as Nikki noses around more in her hometown probing her sister’s murder.
I had my suspicions but was was only correct about one relationship that I knew was doomed.
I loved sifting through all the clues and trying to fit them together to form the truth.
Off to read the next book in the series!

Such a great plot!!! And the twist???? Bravo!!!! Nikki Cassidy is going to be on my list of favorite characters. Thank goodness I got the next two books as arcs because I will be reading them back to back.

Returning home is not always easy. The Nowhere Girls is the twist filled first book in the intriguing new series by Dana Perry. The plot drew me in right away and did not let go. FBI agent Nikki Cassidy meets with the man who is imprisoned for kidnapping and murdering her sister fifteen years ago. They sit in silence until this year, when he requests to meet with her and informs her, that he did not kill her sister.

Then she learns that another young girl has been taken and days later her body has been found. Nikki is determined to catch the killer no matter what it takes. Questions swirl through her mind. If the man imprisoned for killing her sister didn't do it, then who is responsible. Is the current missing girls case related to her sister Caitlin's murder case?

Nikki is a great character. She is determined, intelligent, and driven. Her father was a police officer who passed away shortly after her sister's death. Nikki has lived with guilt over inviting her sister out the night she was taken, and this guilt has motivated her to not only become an agent but to bring her sister's killer to justice. This case is personal for Nikki, and she is not willing to stop even if it affects her personal life.

I found this book to be captivating, twist filled, secret filled, and hard to put down! I enjoyed the mounting tension and danger that kicked into high gear the later part of the book. I had both the book and the audiobook version of this book and thought the narrator did a fantastic job of bringing this book to life!

I look forward to reading the next book in the series!

I think there's a lot of potential in the books in these series. Nikki is an intriguing and well rounded characters, a carreer oriented women.
These books are page turners that keeps you turning pages even if there's a sort of template that is common to all three novels.
I enjoyed, had fun and was kept guessing.
This is a review for all the three novels.
3.5 upped to 4
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

The Nowhere Girls by Dana Perry and narrated by Madeline Pell is the first book in the new Detective Nikki Cassidy series. However the narrator Madeline Pell wasn't the best and I ended up turning the audiobook off and reading the book which was excellent!
So glad I did. It was an absolutely addictive and a gripping crime thriller that had me gripped from the beginning till the end, this book was a page turner.
I loved the main character Detective Nikki Cassidy is an FBI agent who is on the hunt to figure out who kidnapped and killed her sister younger Caitlin. This book was a full of twists and turns and the last chapter was WoW.......which leads to the next case and book in this brilliant new series.

Highly recommend this book and looking forward reading the next book in this series.

Big Thank you to Netgalley and Bookouture audio for both of my arc.

On the anniversary of her sisters death, FBI agent Nikki Cassidy returns to her hometown, only to have a couple of days later another young girl abducted.
A good start to the series of books though I found the plot somewhat slow to start. The style was also quite repetitive, especially in the first half of the book. It will be interesting to see how the character develops in subsequent books.

In Dana Perry's "The Nowhere Girls," readers are plunged into a riveting narrative that intertwines themes of justice, revenge, and the haunting legacy of loss. FBI agent Nikki Cassidy's quest for answers and closure propels this gripping debut in the Detective Nicki Cassidy series.

The story unfolds on the anniversary of Nikki's sister Caitlin's tragic murder, a wound that still cuts deep after fifteen years. When another young girl is abducted and found dead in a chillingly familiar manner, Nikki's determination to stop the killer becomes a personal crusade. Perry skillfully builds tension from the outset, with Nikki's emotions driving the narrative forward with palpable urgency.

The small-town setting of Groveton, Ohio, adds layers of intrigue as Nikki navigates through a web of secrets and suspicions. Perry's vivid descriptions breathe life into the town and its inhabitants, creating a backdrop that feels both familiar and unsettling.

Nikki Cassidy emerges as a resilient and determined protagonist, grappling with her past traumas while relentlessly pursuing justice. Her character arc is compelling, drawing readers into her world and evoking empathy for her struggles. The supporting cast, including the residents of Groveton, adds depth and complexity to the story, with each character harboring their own motivations and secrets.

The plot is intricately woven, with twists and turns that keep readers guessing until the final pages. Perry's writing style is engaging, with evocative imagery and sharp dialogue that heightens the suspenseful atmosphere. The cat-and-mouse game between Nikki and the killer is riveting, showcasing Perry's talent for crafting gripping suspense.

While "The Nowhere Girls" delivers a thrilling and emotionally resonant story, there are moments where the pacing could be tightened for added impact. However, the overall narrative strength and compelling characters make this book a standout debut in the Detective Nicki Cassidy series.

In conclusion, "The Nowhere Girls" is a must-read for fans of Lisa Regan, Robert Dugoni, and Kendra Elliot. Dana Perry's ability to blend heart-racing suspense with themes of resilience and justice makes this book an addictive page-turner that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment in the series.

Thanks to Ms Perry, the publisher and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review

Ok, so I’d really really love this trilogy if the repetition wasn’t there. I loved the plot and definitely wanted to know more, but as I kept reading the amount of times that was repeated it really got under my skin. There’s a great story here, just needs some revisions on repetition. It would really hold readers a lot more in my opinion.

I really want to like this one but unfortunately it wasn’t for me. I struggled to connect to the protagonist so I found it hard to care about what happened to her. The plot itself was okay, but it was slow to start. I probably won’t continue the series, however I’m sure it’ll find the right readers.

This was a good book! Detective Cassidy is such a likable character that you can’t help but enjoy. This book had a good story and is worth the read if you like books trying to solve a crime.

Nikki Cassidy is an interesting character. Being from Ohio I really enjoyed the settings and accuracy. The case kept me guessing and the overall book arc kept me invested. The end left me running for book two.

First book in the Agent Nikki Cassidy series
A great book to start a new series off
And this one did not disappoint
Can’t wait for the next in this series
Thanks NetGalley

Looking forward to the next in this series. Always excited to come across “new to me” authors. Thank you for the opportunity to
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I really wanted to love this this book. I love the concept of the story, and it had so much potential. I think the writing style is what ruined it for me. It seemed to be for YA almost to the point of a high schooler writing it. As I read the book, it got worse. I hate to say that, but that's the feeling I got, and I want to give my review honestly. The story was very repetitive and over descriptive. A part of the book could have been taken out because of it. The book did have some twists and turns that were unpredictable. However, I did guess the ending and about a quarter way through the book. It did leave a little bit of a cliffhanger, which I didn't see the point in doing.

Overall, I wouldn't go out of my way to find this book. It did have some good parts, though. Like I said before, the potential was there, but the ball was dropped in my opinion

2.5 ⭐️

Thank you Booktoure and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.

Yet another great read in the Nikki Cassidy FBI series. Nikki is asked by a woman to try and find out who killed her daughter 20 years ago after the man who had confessed and is serving time has now been found innocent and said he lied when he confessed to doing it. Other bodies start to show up with references to her dead sister. Can she trust those around her or is someone leading another life.
I look forward to reading books from this author.

The Nowhere Girls set in Huntsdale, a small community in America.
Huntsdale is the home town of Nikki Cassidy - FBI agent - and sister to Caitlin who was kidnapped and murdered 15 years ago when she was 12.
Nikki returns to speak to her sister’s murderer in prison who reveals that he didn’t do it and gives cryptic clues to suggest others were involved. Whilst Nikki is there another girl goes missing on the same date that her sister was taken. Can she solve the crime in time to save the new missing girl?
A quick paced story, keeps you wanting to figure it all out.
I wasn’t too keen on Nikki initially - I found her to be a bit arrogant but I soon warmed up to her.
The story was well paced and flowed nicely with twists that I found to be unexpected. Would recommend to others.