Thank you NetGalley for giving me the chance to read this book ahead of time in exchange for a review. You should read it!

3/5 - thanks to Netgalley as usual - you know I love my advanced reader copies. I started this while I was painfully finishing Code Name Verity and it honestly sucked me in. I will admit I think the plot was a tad complicated with a lot of characters, but overall it was a good “who did it” thriller and ended in a satisfying way. I won’t spoil it but - those are who were bad were the one who paid in the end.

It was written well but I thought the switching from past to present AND different characters was sometimes hard to follow as it was non linear but also multiple POV! Not a bad book but in my opinion nothing super special. It did help me get through a rough book tho since I was reading two at a time and that always helps.

Molly Sand Must Die was a quick and easy read with an awesome plot line. This is my first book by this author but I found her writing to be superb, The plot is interesting even though Molly was a bit annoying for me. This book deals with domestic violence but does it in a way where it is respectful of readers who may have a trigger with the topic.

This book is not what it seems and is filled with questions. From the horrible way Molly is treated by her husband, to the creepy guy that hits on her at the gym constantly, and then to the teenage child of her husband and his first wife.. everyone is easily a suspect in Molly's murder.

This book had me on edge and constantly unknown as to what was happening next. I am so happy I was approved an ARC read for this book, it was incredibly good!

This book was gripping and hard to put down. It didn't feel like everything else you see out there, it felt very fresh. I really enjoyed this book!

Laura Snider's* *Molly Sand Must Die* is a gripping, dark thriller that plunges readers into the chaotic lives of two women trapped in their own spiraling marriages. Molly Sand, suffocating under the oppressive control of her husband, finds herself teetering on the edge, desperate to escape with her children before she loses herself entirely. Her turmoil is palpable, as Snider deftly explores the psychological depths of a woman on the brink, her mind teeming with the desire to break free—even if it means embracing the darkness within.

Parallel to Molly’s story is that of Angel Malone, a skilled attorney whose marriage is unraveling under the weight of financial stress and her husband’s growing instability. Angel’s struggle is no less intense, as she grapples with the responsibility of protecting herself and her children while confronting her own vulnerabilities. The pressure mounts as both women’s lives hurtle toward a dramatic collision, one that Snider crafts with the precision of a seasoned attorney familiar with the gray areas of justice.

What makes *Molly Sand Must Die* so compelling is Snider’s ability to blur the lines between right and wrong, forcing readers to question the morality of the characters' actions. The fateful meeting between Molly and Angel sets off a chain of events that will keep you on the edge of your seat, as the pursuit of justice takes on unexpected and chilling forms.

Snider's writing is sharp and immersive, pulling readers into the emotional and psychological maelstrom that defines the lives of her protagonists. The tension builds steadily, leading to a heart-stopping climax that challenges conventional notions of justice and retribution. The characters are complex, their motivations layered, and the stakes incredibly high.

For fans of thrillers that delve into the dark corners of the human psyche, *Molly Sand Must Die* offers a tense and thought-provoking read. It’s a story of desperation, empowerment, and the lengths to which one might go when pushed to the brink. Snider masterfully weaves together themes of infidelity, control, and the quest for freedom, delivering a novel that is as intense as it is unforgettable.

Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher, and author for an advanced copy to review.

This was a good book! Super quick and easy, and it hooks you right from the start. I did manage to guess the ending but it didn’t overall ruin my experience with the book. I would definitely recommend!

I really enjoyed this fast paced thriller. This story was full of twists and turns. Even though the ending was a little predictable, it was a really enjoyable read, I couldn't put it down.

Thank you to NetGalley and Severn River Publishing for an ARC of Molly Sand Must Die.

This was a quick read and kept my interest the whole time. Unfortunately, it was too predictable. I normally can’t guess the endings of mystery/thrillers, but I had this one figured out from the very beginning. I kept hoping there would be a big twist and prove my theory wrong, but there wasn’t. It was still a decent book and I would consider this author again. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this advanced reader’s copy.

This book will get your attention from the very prologue. This author does know how to start a book!
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A murder needs to be solved and here is the list of the characters involved in the life of the deceased (Molly) :
- Frank (Molly's husband)
- Vivian (first wife of Frank)
- Frank JR (son of Frank and Vivian)
- Angel (lawyer of Frank)
- Mike (angels husband)
- Logan (Molly's Friend)
- Tyrone (detective)
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*Let me explain a bit how the characters are connected:
So Molly's is Frank's fifth wife and has two children with him. Frank is basically an asshole and abuser. Molly's friend Logan helps her with taking care of her kids when Molly goes to the gym (Frank is the owner). Angel is Frank lawyer who is in charge to handle his divorce Case with Vivian. Ironically she also isn't leading a happy marriage life. Which brings us to Mike who is basically good for nothing, no job and lives of Angel's money but he also complains that she is a work alcoholic and gives him no attention. They have two children (Twins). Mike started to go to the Frank's Gym and scheduled his timing same as Molly's. Tyrone is the detective who is im charge to solve the murder mystery.
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Molly is death: How, who, what, why. You can find all the answers in one sitting. For this book is written in a multiply pov which brings you to the past pov of Molly to make you see and understand why "MOLLY SAND MUST
DIE".
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I literally devoured this book and that ending was the best ever. Really cunning.
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Thank you so much netgalley and Severn River Publishing.

A big thank you to NetGalley and Severn River Publishing for giving me the opportunity to read an ARC of Molly Sand Must Die.

This is the first book from Laura Snider that I’ve read, and if you’re looking for something that hooks you in quickly, is an easy read that you can finish in a sitting and has twists and turns then this is for you!

I enjoyed it, even though Molly is a bit of a wet blanket - it was hard to warm to her character but I think given what she goes through it’s understandable. There probably could have been trigger warnings at the beginning, as there are portrayals of domestic violence but they aren’t extensive and the story moves on quickly.

I really appreciated the lack of “fluff” - where authors seem to just try and fill pages with unnecessary information to pad out a chapter. This book moved at a fast but not frantic pace, and it was cleverly done. A couple of the twists are pretty obvious early on, but all in all I recommend this as an easy read whether you’re just dipping your toes into the thriller genre, or looking for a palate cleanser between longer books.

3.75 stars

*Molly Sand Must Die* gripped me from the start. It's the kind of "popcorn thriller" that’s perfect for a weekend escape—a book you can devour in one or two sittings.

One of the aspects I really enjoyed was the alternating timeline and multiple perspectives. This narrative structure added layers to the story, creating a sense of mystery and suspense as the plot unfolded. It also allowed for a deeper exploration of the events leading up to the climax.

I struggled a bit with the believability of the age of Angel (35) having supposedly having served as an attorney on a divorce that happened 15 years ago. Unfortunately that timeline became distracting as I found myself having to flip back and double check all the facts to see if I was misunderstanding something.

That small inconsistency aside, if you're looking for a page-turning story that doesn’t demand too much heavy thinking but still delivers on excitement, *Molly Sand Must Die* is a solid choice.

I would like to thank NetGalley, Severn River Publishing, and the author for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Investigate alongside detective Tyrone as he works to solve the ensuing case of the missing person. What a wonderful book! The short, interesting chapters that switched between the current and previous characters had me completely engrossed, and at the end of each one, I couldn't wait to read more. Because it was such an easy read, I still liked seeing the story come to fruition even after my suspicions about it were confirmed! This was an easy 4 star read!

Thank you to NetGalley and Severn River Publishing for an ARC copy of this book.

This book is about a young woman named Molly Sand who went missing on Valentine's day. Her body was discovered by the farmer Old Pete in the pig pen on June 15. The main suspect is her husband Frank Sand who is the richest man in their town, and untouchable thanks to his lawyer Angel Malone. This book is a tangled web of abusive and possessive relationships.

I think this was a very mild and predictable murder mystery. It would make a great palate cleanser after reading something more intense.
I found it hard to connect with a lot of the characters, and there were a lot of them. Domestic Violence is a hard subject to talk about and write about, but even with all the things the women were going through, they just didn't feel real. The characters felt forced. Part of that could be that the story was being told from so many different character perspectives at different times. It just didn't feel like I could connect with any of the characters.
The best part of the book was the very beginning with Old Pete and the pig pen. It was disgusting, but the book slowed down from there.

"Molly Sand Must Die" is more than just a thriller; it is a thought-provoking exploration of themes such as justice, revenge, and the impact of trauma. Snider's skillful storytelling ensures that readers are not only entertained but also left contemplating the moral questions posed by the novel long after they have turned the last page.

Molly Sand Must Die is a quick paced crime/thriller book. It keeps you guessing from the very beginning.

Molly is stuck in an abusive controlling marriage, and fears there is no way out. Frank is her controlling husband, who has multiple businesses and needs to control every aspect of her life.
Angel is Franks lawyer who is also stuck in a loveless marriage. How do Molly and Angel get out of their respective marriages alive?

I enjoyed the 'past' and 'present' chapters, really filling you in on every detail in the lead up to Molly's death. There are a few unlikeable characters who were written about perfectly. It was easy to keep up with who was who throughout.

Although the ending was a little predictable it was a really enjoyable read. I feel like the Author has left a little opening for more books with these characters.

Two amazing characters really come to life in the hands of this talented author. Be prepared for some dark themes and some confronting images, which are sometimes pretty graphic. This is a thriller which offers a fast paced plot and an intense way of describing events. I loved it.

Rating: 4.5 ⭐️ rounded up!

Molly Sand is married (his 5th wife!) to Frank- a womanizing, abusive husband and has two kids. She has no choice or freedom in her life- Frank controls her money, her body, what she eats and wears, even doctor appointments.. and obviously tracks her movements on via her phones location. She was last seen on February 14th.. until a farmer finds his pigs eating what he believes to be the body of Molly 4 months later.

Vivian is Frank’s first wife - the mother to his only other child Frankie Jr. Post divorce she was awarded part ownership of his businesses that were opened during their marriage. She and Frank have a tumultuous relationship & she’s now decided to take him back to court for more child support just a few months before Frankie Jr turns 18.

Angel is Frank’s attorney. She has represented him through every divorce and is believed to be his main confidant. Her husband Mike is an unhappy, dishonest man who has no one but himself as a priority despite being married to Angel and having two daughters with her. He is also rumored to have had an affair with Molly. Then Mike goes missing too.

Where is Molly and what happened to her during those 4 months? Where is Mike? Did he hurt Molly? Did Frank do it?!

All these questions and more throughout the book as we follow Tyrone Gulley sort through the evidence and details and interview people connected to Molly and Frank. Will he be able to solve the mystery of what truly happened?

This book was an absolute surprise in the best way. I could not put it down and finished it in one sitting. The multiple points of view were done well- giving the reader just enough to want more. I loved it and will absolutely be recommending to any suspense/thriller story lovers when it comes out on 8/10/24!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this arc in exchange for my honest review!

This was a book I would not typically read in a genre I enjoy occasionally. It was a quick crime thriller read, easy to digest, but too far-fetched to feel any genuine connection to any of the characters. Molly was probably my least favorite character. I struggled to feel any sympathy for her. The author highlighted a few good themes, like the effects of youth and manipulation, bullying, and both spousal and child abuse, but the plot was staid and often predictable. I liked how Laura Snider introduced the story and her main character, Molly, in her opening chapters. Despite a somewhat dime-store plot and characters that weren’t developed well enough to like or dislike, I kept reading. By the middle, I was interested, by the end I was hooked. The story flowed, making this a great little beach read I read in a few hours. Tyrone was my favorite character. He added reality and dimension to an otherwise predictable plot. There were a few twists and turns, such as the ones surrounding Nolan’s character, which helped boost this book to a four for me. The husbands were almost laughable, though, and Frank’s tough, no-nonsense lawyer produced a good chuckle or two.
By the end of the story, I knew I would read another by the author. Molly Sand Must Die should be on your list if you are looking for a Lifetime dramedy, a simplistic comedic crime thriller for a quick beach or rainy weekend read. Give the book a chance. You may like the simplicity of Snider’s plot and subplots, which include a lot of interesting backstories about each of her characters. It's a solid three, but I rank it a four because it had me hooked with the opening scenes. Thank you to Net Galley and Severn River Publishing for the free ARC. This review is voluntary.

This book was very intriguing! From sex, lies, betrayal, murder & suspense! This book was great and has you hanging off the edge of your seat until the very end!

I really enjoyed the perspective from multiple points of view and the investigations!

Thank you Laura Snider, Severn River Publishing, & NetGalley for allowing me to read this amazing book!