I flew through this thriller super quickly because of how intriguing it was. The first half had me completely invested, and there was a pretty neat twist at the end that I’m glad the author threw in there. I do think that the second half of the book wasn’t as strong as the first half, but I still enjoyed the reading experience overall.

There were a lot of POVs, but I actually didn’t mind that at all. I usually hate when authors do that because it can get very complicated, but I felt that the characters were all distinctive enough that I didn’t get confused or forget who some of the people were.

I think the book would’ve been a lot stronger if the second half was handled differently. It was basically a looooong explanation of what the killer did and how they accomplished it. Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for a big reveal. But I felt the length of this one was unnecessary, and things got way too repetitive and a bit dull. That’s what kept this read from being five stars for me.

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press for my gifted copy!

✈️ The Business Trip - Jessie Garcia

3.75 ⭐️- This was addictively good! What a fun, twisty psychological thriller debut. I was hooked from the very beginning!

I was addicted to this audio! It’s a full cast so I definitely recommend it. The thrill and mystery started from the very beginning with unlikeable characters, that I enjoyed not liking, twists and turns and multiple skeptical POVs. This was fast paced and easy to binge. There were a couple of storylines I felt were unfinished and I wanted more, but I did enjoy the ending.

Thanks to Netgalley, Macmillan Audio, and St. Martin Press for the early ARC and audio. This one’s out now!

Loved this thriller!!! Twists and turns and most I never saw coming! Even the villains were likeable. A great, quick read!!

This book is a multi-pov twisty thriller and I did not predict what was happening in this book. Even when I had little ideas of what could be going on, it was wrong and I didn't predict the ending at all. I enjoyed the twists, but the simple and somewhat choppy writing style (maybe too many pov?) wasn't my favourite which is why it was only a 3 star for me. I do recommend this though if you like twisty thrillers and it was a good read that kept me guessing.

Unfortunately not a fan! Way to many POV to keep track of and not a single likable character. My biggest issue was the unrealistic plot twist.

The Business Trip 💼 🩸
By: Jesse Garcia
Story: ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ 3.7/5
Narration: N/A

I’d like to thank NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for an early e-arc of The Business Trip by Jesse Garcia. Jasmine has had enough. Her abusive boyfriend Glenn has hit her one too many times and it’s time she finds a way out. Stephanie is a Television News Director whose life seems to be perfect. Yet, she believes that something is still missing. What do these two have in common? A flight that ends in identity theft, murder and romance? Well, maybe not romance. Find out what happens when two complete strangers on a plane end up with more in common than planned. Or was it planned?

I really enjoyed this one! As someone who rarely has a chance to sit down and read, I’m glad this was one of the ones I was able to experience. Every night felt like an escape into a world of suspense, questions and utter shock. While there were so many characters that one could find hard to remember, it actually made for a more interesting read. I have already recommended this one to others.

I was pleasantly surprised with this debut novel. I thought I had it figured out a couple times, and I was wrong! A woman on a business trip and a woman running from an abusive relationship have their worlds collide in an unexpected way. Both disappear and seem to be connected to the same man. So many twists and turns and the conclusion was not what I expected! This was a really enjoyable read for the authors debut! Always love a multiple POV read that keeps me on the edge of my seat and this one does just that! Thanks to NetGalley and St Martin’s Press for the ARC.

This page turner started with a bang and never let up!
Jasmine was on the run from her abusive boyfriend when she was seated next to Stephanie, a woman who was going to a conference in San Diego.
The author described how Jasmine skrimped and saved and why she had to get out of Madison. Glenn -her boyfriend was a jealous and abusive creep who tried to control every aspect of her life and all her money.
I don't typically care for multiple viewpoints but the author headed each chapter with the character in that chapter and also provided the timeline when the events occurred so it made it pretty easy to follow. She also gave enough background on each character to allow this reader to empathize with them and get a better perspective on their motivations and actions.
This book kept me on the edge of my seat, and hoping that Jasmine would be all right. I liked the suspense that the author built and thought the ending was a little rushed (just when I thought that Jasmine could breathe) but a great twist.
Although this was the debut novel for Jessie Garcia, I would love to see her next one as this one was so tightly woven.
I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher and am leaving my own opinions. Definitely 4.5*

The premise of this book is very intriguing and the first half is really good! The 2nd half is hard to believe and misses some parts that would really knock it out of the park.

4.5/5 Stars

Two women meet on a plane. Stephanie is going on a business trip, while Jasmine is trying to escape an abusive boyfriend. Days later, they each send text messages to their friends stating they've met a man named Trent McCarthy. Suddenly, the texts stop and the two women are declared missing.

I loved this so much, it was such a fun thriller! It had so many unexpected twists and turns, that kept you on the edge of your seat the entire time. I thought I had it figured out, but I was so wrong in the end. I really enjoyed the full-cast audio, and definitely recommend that format! There are a lot of characters to keep track of, but I thought they were all used well in the story. A lot of them are unlikeable, but I loved to hate them. Also big fan of Robert, Stephanie's neighbour and cat-sitter friend. I definitely did not see the ending coming, and was so pleased with how the story unfolded. The ending line also packed a punch.

I will definitely be checking out more from this author in the future.

Another great debut to start out the year. This is a domestic thriller full of twists and turns. I definitely didn't see that ending coming. It was a bit confusing in the beginning with a lot of different characters- friends and co workers. Were they really all needed? Probably not, but it all ties together beautifully. Jasmine and Stephanie meet on a plane and it's nothing but a wild ride from there.

Jessie Garcia's "The Business Trip" is an edge of your seat page turning thriller. I the read book in one evening. Well, more like I stayed up all night reading it, because I couldn't put it down.

I’m not really sure how to feel about this book as it blew my mind. I sort of expected a story of misunderstanding and it is not that at all. We follow Stephanie who is going on a business trip intersecting with Jasmine who is escaping a horrible relationship. I thought maybe they would help each other through the challenges they are having and it really turns into a “what just happened” scenario which keeps you turning the page to see how it will turn out. This is truly a dark tale with lighthearted moments that make you think it’s going to be a misunderstanding or take a more positive bent. However, there’s definitely female empowerment going on despite the parallel sociopath thing. I could put it down but it’s a dark vibe too. See hard to describe!

Considering this was a debut novel for the author, it was pretty good. It had more twists and turns than a back country road. Jasmine wasn't a very likable person. Robert was a great character. Don't even get me started on the despicable Trent character. LOL An intricate plot which allows you to think you know what is going on, but you'll be surprised. It's interesting the author came up with the idea for the story from her own plane ride. It does prove you never know who that stranger next to you is and what they are like. I'm interested to see what other books this author will write in the future.

This was a great debut. It kept you intrigued and guessing. I always think I will get a twist, but nope I am way off. This is one of those books!

Great book. Couldn’t wait to see where it lead to. I almost predicted the ending but it threw me for a loop!

I was excited to receive this ARC, but ultimately, it fell a little flat for me. It started off strong, with Jasmine looking for a way out. I was also intrigued by the early chapters focusing on Stephanie.

The story got a little clunky when more characters were introduced. I lost track of where I was & I just couldn't get back. The ending brought some good twists, but I had already lost the plot.

Overall thoughts: strong start, clunky middle, flat ending.

3.5 rounded up! This was an interesting read. I was really curious to find out how the two missing women who met the same man and sent the same texts connected. The story wasn’t at all what I thought it would be. The sudden part 2-4 made the book seem longer and more in depth. I liked seeing how the main character pulled off what they did, but I also hated that character so reading so much about them bothered me. The twists in this book were great. I recommend this book if you’re looking for a twisty, unique read.

The Business Trip is a steamy, fun romance that mixes work with pleasure in the best way. Garcia’s engaging writing and steamy chemistry between the leads make it a memorable, lighthearted read.

What did I just read?! A propulsively written debut novel by Jessie Garcia-with twists upon twists! When news director Stephanie flies to San Diego for a conference her colleagues and friends are stunned when she texts them that she met a great guy (another news director0 name Trent and was flying to his place in Atlanta for the week. Elsewhere in Madison, Wisconsin a waitress named Jasmine is plotting her escape from her abusive boyfriend. Both women end up on the same flight to San Diego. Soon, Jasmine sends a similar message to her friend Anna-she met a great guy named Trent and is going to stay with him in Atlanta. Within the next week both women disappear, Trent is arrested and the real mystery sets in. How did both women meet Trent and disappear? What's the connection between the three of them, if any? Just who is Jasmine? All these questions and more are answered in The Business Trip. This is a wickedly fun and twisty read (more thriller in the second half than expected) told from multiple perspectives-which increases the tension and mystery. I look forward to reading anything from Jessie Garcia.