This was a really great filth thriller. Lots of cat and mouse and very plot driven. This is definitely a different perspective of a thriller. and I very much enjoyed the differences. The FMC was in an accident that messed with her brain and stole her short term memory. Finding the courage and strength to work at overcoming her obstacles, she witnesses a murder. She tries to find the murderer as while trying to hold on to her glimpses of memory. As she overcomes little by little, she turns herself from a victim to a hero. Great read.

What an unusual book. This might be especially liked by people who have had - or know someone who has had - some sort of brain injury. There's a lot of information on the subject that seems to be well researched but it sort of slows the story down a bit. It's an interesting story, though, and the narrator does a good job.

This is a fascinating story and Quinn is such an amazing character trying her best to solve a murder despite the way her brain can't remember (due to her own attack three months ago) and how memories slip away, despite her trying to keep a hold of them as long as possible. The way she compensates with the little notebook and post its all over her house just proves what a strong woman she is and how Quinn works so hard to recover lost moments. Now, I know that probably the detective who ends up with the possible murder case would not have put so much trust and faith in someone with such a TBI injury but it makes for a nice story and Detective Reyes comes off as compassionate and someone for Quinn to lean on as they try to solve the case. The way it is done with dreams and artwork and plan old tracking down clues and suspicions makes it a thrilling story that I am glad I got a chance to listen to. Though I would love to have been able to see some of the drawings that Quinn does (the regular stuff, not dealing with the murder or her own attack).

So, this was a good story and the narrator did a wonderful job in keeping me hooked to see if Quinn and Detective Reyes could solve the case before anyone else was killed. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for letting me listen to this audiobook in exchange for a review.

“Echoes of Memory” by Sara Driscoll follows a woman who, after having injury related daily memory loss, witnesses a murder and must try to put together the pieces to what happened.

I think this book may have a niche audience. There is a lot of information about brain injuries and memory in this book. At some points, it feels like an information dump. I enjoyed that the book seems very well researched. However, I could see some people not being interested in this.

I think this story was a little slow, but it kept me intrigued. It could have been sped up. There are some things I do not think were strictly necessary for this story. However, it felt more realistic than some thrillers do. It was easy to follow the story, and the main character’s choices made sense.

The ending was the most disappointing part of this book for me. Everything came together perfectly, which was great! However, I appreciate thrillers having some sort of twist. The ending of this book was expected by the time I got there.

Overall, I had a fun time and felt intrigued by the way the story played out, but I don’t think it will be very memorable to me.

I listened to the audiobook and enjoyed the narrator. The premise was interesting but the book felt slow and repetitive. I know that the main character has a brain injury and that’s a lot of the plot but it felt like it was too much. I know this will be a favorite for some but it just wasn’t the book for me.

Actual Rating 2.5

This is a really slow read. There’s a heavy focus on brain function, memory recall versus retention, and how memory loss affects different people in different ways. Not to mention that since the protagonist couldn’t remember most things from after her brain injury, there was a lot of repetition of somewhat basic info that the reader didn’t need to be reminded of. I do wish these aspects had been trimmed down; maybe rather than such a heavy emphasis on telling us these things, if there’d been a character from Quinn’s “before” that could have helped show some of those elements it would have been more impactful and taken less page time.

About a third of the way through, a second POV is introduced. It worked decently to provide info on the case that we wouldn’t have gotten to see otherwise, but there wasn’t really any character development for this POV, which made it impossible to connect with the characters and their chapters. And actually, despite most of the book being about Quinn, you don’t really get a feel for her as a person beyond her memory struggles.

Unfortunately, I just found this one rather boring and didn’t have much of a connection to the characters or plot. If you’re interested in a slow mystery with a focus on memory, then you may like this one and I am an outlier here, so keep that in mind. My thanks to NetGalley and RBMedia for allowing me to read this work, which will be published July 23, 2024. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are my own.

Wow, I did not enjoy this book. It was like reading a tbi textbook. No thank you. Could have been an interesting story but way too technical.

Thank you, Netgalley, for the ARC of this book!
This book had everything I was looking for. Fast paced, great character development and the plot was well executed. The books plot was original and engaging and had great dialogue.
This book blew any expectation I had out of the water. I will be following the author for future books.

Absorbing mystery thriller.

Quinn Fleming is trying to reclaim her life after a vicious nighttime attack left her with a traumatic brain injury. The trauma resulted in a type of amnesia that prevents her from forming new memories. Although she's back to work as a florist in a San Diego flower shop, she cannot function without her post it labels on every surface and her diary notebook in which she records every detail of her daily existence. Then she witnesses a murder in the alley behind the floral shop. In order not to forget what she saw in the dark, she records every detail immediately and gets the police involved. Fortunately, Quinn is an artist, and she pours any snippet of memory into sketches from dreams and flashes of insight. Unfortunately, someone else knows that she was there in the alley and saw what happened. That someone does not want Quinn to remember anything.

I enjoyed the story, especially the clinical details about TBI and this particular type of amnesia. The recovery from such an injury can be very arduous and frustrating. I liked how the main character approached her situation and all her efforts to keep making progress toward recovering lost memories and also to increase her ability to make new ones. The other characters in the book were also fleshed out and important to the narrative. The mystery was complicated and the pacing of the revelations as it was solved was well done.

Fortunately, I was able to listen to the audiobook while also following along in the e-book ARC -- both provided by the publisher. The narrator of the audiobook, Cynthia Farrell, did an excellent job of voicing and giving nuance to all the characters. both male and female. It definitely enhanced my enjoyment of the book.

I tried a few times with this book. I liked the MC and setup but couldn’t stand to be around the male characters. They couldn’t help but grand stand and blabber on or “mansplain” there are enough of these guys already I don’t need more.

Quinn was a victim of an attack that left her with virtually no short term memory. If she doesn’t write something down, it is forgotten. This brings obvious issues with daily life, but the problems multiply when she is the only witness to a murder outside of her work.

She’s given a hard time about not being able to recall this without her notes and questioned as though she is reading a prepared statement. The police don’t trust her and feel she is wasting their time.

Thankfully, there is one cop, Detective Reyes, with a brain who doesn’t treat Quinn unfairly and wants to work with her. Quinn is determined to solve the case and identify the killer before they find her. She works or her memory retention and simultaneously works on solving the murder she witnessed, searching for proof.

I enjoyed the perspective of this interesting take on an unreliable narrator- it made me think how I would live life with a similar condition.

Thank you to NetGalley and RBmedia for access to the ARC in exchange for an honest review. Publish date 7/23/24!

“If I don’t write it down… I won’t remember it”

… this was almost like a spin on 50 first dates but with a murder mystery twist.
We find ourselves in the book wondering if all of her thoughts are that of conjectures, or truly memories shes gaining back after a TBI.

The end is really great. Not sure it leaves enough question for a sequel but well written overall makes you want to continue to read on. Fast paced

This was the first book I have listened to by Sara Driscoll and I know it won't be my last. This book was so unique. I couldn't stop listening to this story. Cynthia Farrell did an amazing job narrating this story and kept me entertained through the whole book. While I was listening I just kept trying to imagine losing your memory and trying to figure out how you can go about life on a daily. Then to carry around a notebook to help you remember to find out you witnessed a murder. I was just blown away by the story. I had so much fun with this book. The characters are well written and enjoyable. I love how she had a good support system through all of this. I would definitely recommend this audiobook. It's a great mystery thriller that will keep you wanting more.


Thank you NetGalley and RB Media for allowing me to listen to this ARC for my honest opinion.

3.5 Stars

Before the start of the book we learn Quinn has had a traumatic brain injury when she was attacked outside a nightclub. She had a full recovery... other than losing most of her short term memory and before the accident she remembers. The only way she is getting through the day is writing it all down i full details and leaving notes for herself. If she sees or does something enough she will remember some of the new things but has to review it a lot before she starts.


So when Quinn witnesses a murder behind the flower shop where she works, she immediately jots everything down. The cops of scene are not believing her since she's reading for her notebook. but the Detective that takes over the case learns about what happen to her so she's trying to help her remember and help with anything from her VERY detailed notes to solve this case.

With enough of her notes and flashes of images start coming back to her where she starts drawling will she be able to help solve the case? Was she seen that night? Are they looking for her?

I loved the premise of this book but some of the descriptions of her memory loss and then how she could remember somethings just had a little disconnect for me. But I'm curious in reading other books this author

Thank you to NetGalley for this audio arc in exchange for my honest opinions.

Quinn is sure she has witnessed a murder - but after investigation and finding nothing, the police don't believe her because she suffers from a condition called Post Traumatic Amnesia. She keeps a notebook where she draws the events she wants - or needs to remember, and she is increasingly remembering more details of the murder. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC/audiobook!

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this eARC in audiobook format.

In “Echoes of Memory,” Sara Driscoll crafts a gripping tale that delves into the fragile nature of memory and the resilience of the human spirit.

Narrated by the talented Cynthia Farrell, this audiobook brings to life the harrowing journey of Quinn Fleming, a San Diego florist grappling with post-traumatic amnesia. Quinn’s life is a delicate balance of routine and survival, as she relies on handwritten notes to navigate her day-to-day existence after a brutal attack leaves her unable to retain new memories.

Driscoll masterfully weaved a narrative that is suspenseful and deeply emotional. When Quinn witnesses a murder, her fragmented recollections become the only means of solving that crime...

Cynthia Farrell’s narration is mesmerizing. Her ability to convey Quinn’s vulnerability and determination adds an extra layer of depth to the story. 

Driscoll’s exploration of memory loss is fascinating; she delves into the psychological impact of Quinn’s condition with sensitivity and insight, creating a protagonist who is fragile yet fiercely determined. 

“Echoes of Memory” is a mystery which offers a fresh perspective on the classic whodunit.

Driscoll’s intricate plot and well-developed characters, combined with Farrell’s exceptional narration, make this audiobook a must-listen for fans of psychological thrillers and mysteries.

These days there are precious few original stories left to tell, however Driscoll managed to deliver a uniquely compelling mystery /psychological thriller with her latest novel.

Couldn't get interested in this one. Not sure if it was the narrator or just the book. Listened to the first 4 chapters and gave up.

I am absolutely enamored with Driscoll's K9 mystery books. Recently, I stumbled upon a new release that not only stands alone but also boasts a truly intriguing plot. I have a deep appreciation for authors who shed light on unseen disabilities, as living with one can be incredibly challenging.

Quinn Fleming, a San Diego florist, suffers from post-traumatic amnesia after a brutal attack. She witnesses a murder but can't remember it afterward. Using her handwritten notes and flashbacks, she tries to solve the crime before the killer comes after her.

As I delved into this book, I found myself completely engrossed, suspicious of every character and their motives. The writing was impeccable, drawing me in with its intricate details and well-thought-out storyline. I was particularly frustrated by the dismissive attitude of the police officers towards Quinn and her condition. However, my faith was restored when Detective Reyes took charge, showing understanding and support towards Quinn.

The audiobook version was a delight to listen to, with the narrator skillfully portraying each character with distinct voices. I found myself walking for miles, unable to tear myself away from the captivating story.

This book is a perfect beach read, easy to digest yet highly engaging. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for a thrilling and well-crafted mystery novel.

Thank you NetGalley and RBmedia for digital ARC copy. I am leaving this review voluntarily.

This book follows Quinn’s journey in trying to remember her own attack and one she witnessed. It goes through some of her tactics for remembering. It was interesting reading some of the things she implemented to help her get through her day to day and help solve the cases. The concept of her sketching the perpetrator and clues was a nice touch. The ending was a twist I did not see coming!

This is my second Driscoll book. She is becoming one of my new favorite authors. I enjoyed her choice in writing this in third person view. It helped build the story line nicely in my opinion.

Thank you NetGalley, Sara Driscoll & Kessington books for the opportunity to read this early. Publishing date 7/23/2024.

Book Title: Echoes of Memory
Author: Sara Driscoll
Format: 🎧
Narrator: Cynthia Farrell
Publisher: RB Media
Genre: Mystery/Thriller
Pub Date: July 23, 2024
My Rating: 4.2 Stars
Pages 330

San Diego florist Quinn Fleming has been dealing with a traumatic brain injury after she was attacked outside a nightclub. Although told she has fully recovery-there still a very serious situation in that she has no short term memory.
Then one evening after the shop closed while taking out the trash she witnesses a murder. Although she has no memory she has learned to always keep a notebook with her to write down anything and everything.
Detective Reyes, familiar with Quinn’s background, knows about her lack of memory and notetaking and is hoping it will help find the killer and solve this crime.

Although the details about memory loss got a bit repetitive, I have to admit it totally kept me interested. I am a high school Guidance Counselor and worked with a student who had been injured in a wrestling match which resulted in traumatic brain injury.
He was a large teenager who was on the quiet side. However, after his injury his personality completely changed. He became over friendly – did not pick up on social clues that he was over stepping. We adults often had to remind him and although he was confused at being corrected, he knew to trust us.
This story had me wondering how he is doing now.

I loved Quinn and was pulling for her. Additionally thought Detective Reyes was great.
Hmm and what about Quinn & Will?

Hmmm wonder with Quinn artistic skills and Reyes investigative skills if perhaps these two should team up in another story. Not many stories are based in San Diego – There surely are a lot of stories an author can come up with from the fun Gaslamp area!
Hint Hint – Ms. Driscoll or Jen J. Danna!!!!

Want to thank NetGalley and RB Media for this early audiobook.
Publishing Release Date scheduled for July 23, 2024