3.75 rounded up to 4 stars. This kept me captivated and I liked the multiple points of view/dual timelines. I just thought it was a wee bit slow. Overall, I enjoyed the book!

A haunting story of a missing boy told in a now and then format. I appreciated that the audio was cleverly done with six narrators for the six main characters that are tied closely to the disappearance, had it just been one or two I would have not been able to keep the characters straight. I couldn’t NOT be affected by the story itself-from when Davy went missing to the effects it had on those close to him decades later. This wasn’t quite non-fiction, wasn’t quite a crime documentary or fiction story’s neither contemporary fiction but a great mix of all. The dedication to true missing boys and the author’s notes had me tearing up.

3.5/5 stars!

Thanks NetGalley and HarperCollins Focus for this AARC!

I give this one a 3.5/5.

The narrators were fantastic. I'm not always a fan of multiple narrators but it worked for me here.

I love the intermingling of TJ's book with the past, but I do wish there was more of it. I'd love to have heard more of the details of his evening and his thoughts back then. I feel like he lacked depth, overall. I needed more from him. I also would have liked more of a resolution between TJ (or Thaddeus, whichever name you prefer) and Gordon. I feel like a lot of the conversations in the book that were supposed to be deep and impactful were really short. Overall I do wish the book was longer.

When the person responsible for Davy's death was introduced I immediately knew they were responsible for his death or disappearance in some way, which for me always kind of spoils things. I kept waiting to be proven wrong, but I was proven right.

Thank you Harper Muse Audiobooks & Netgalley for the advance reading copy. I was captivated from chapter 1 by the concept of this novel, which follows 4 individuals who are tied to the case of a missing child in 1985. Fast forward to 2006 & the missing child's jacket is found and the cold case reopened. I enjoyed the multiple POV and past/present format of this novel. I kept the pace moving and me unable to stop listening to find out the next piece of the puzzle.

“She looked at the three people she stood with and knew they too knew what it was to carry guilt about a night that refused to be in the past.”

As a mom and an empath I have historically avoided missing children novels at all costs but for some crazy and unexpected reason, this summer I have read many; The Return of Ellie Black (Emiko Jean), If Something Happens to Me (Alex Finlay) and All the Colors of the Dark (Chris Whitaker). Maybe I was drawn to favorite authors, compelling summaries, or trusted recommendation sources, but here comes another character driven story. The gorgeous cover prominently displaying a Patti Callahan Henry blurb, garnered my attention and definitely delivered.

11 year old Davy Malcor goes missing in a small North Carolina town in 1985. 20 years later the unsolved presumed kidnapping still has drastic implications for Davy’s family, potential suspects and the town itself. The 2006 timeline features Davy’s older brother Thaddeus, now a best selling author, out on book tour for his memoir about his family’s tragedy. He is summoned back to Wynotte where there’s been a new development in the case which reignites the firestorm of regret, guilt and heartbreak. Thaddeus hasn’t disclosed everything to his readers or the police, and he’s not the only one.
Informed by real life cases of missing children in the 1980s (see Author’s Note) scenes involving Davy’s mom are particularly well written and Ms. Whalen has taken great care with an incredibly sensitive subject.

The full cast narration on the audio version bumped this up to a solid 4 star read for me. Cassandra Campbell, George Newbern, Kirby Heyborne, Jane Oppenheimer, MacLeod Andrews, and Renata Friedman … BRAVO!

Thanks to Net Galley, Harper Muse Audiobooks and Harper Collins Focus for the early copy in exchange for my honest review.

I'm torn on this book.

It was a slow burn, lagging in a few places, no matter how compelling the subject matter was. The ending was anti-climactic to me because there were not enough details about what actually happened. I thought I missed a chapter. It was like the author was purposely avoiding the info about what happened to Davy and just wanted to tell the stories of the survivors, like how he died was irrelevant. There are ways to make the survivors' stories front and center, but you cannot just shrug off the details of what happened.

I really loved the idea of this book, the characters being very palpable and realistic, and you can see how the years after the trauma shaped and broke them. It was sometimes hard to witness.

"A haunting and emotional rollercoaster, 'Every Moment Since' masterfully weaves together the complex lives of four individuals forever changed by the disappearance of young Davy Malcor. Marybeth Mayhew Whalen's vivid prose expertly captures the inner turmoil and secrets of the characters, making it impossible to put the book down.

The story is a poignant exploration of grief, guilt, and redemption, delving deep into the human psyche. Thaddeus's struggle with fame and truth, Tabitha's regret and advocacy, Anissa's hidden connection, and Gordon's quiet desperation all intertwine to create a rich tapestry of emotions.

Whalen's writing is evocative and immersive, transporting readers to the small town of Wynotte, North Carolina. The pacing is expertly handled, slowly revealing the events of that fateful night and the aftermath.

This book is a must-read for fans of mystery, family drama, and character-driven fiction. Be prepared for a emotional journey that will linger long after the final page is turned. (5/5 stars)

Note: The advance praise quoted in the synopsis is spot on - this book will indeed grip you with its mystery and alter your heart with its beautifully drawn characters.

What a wonderfully written book about a truly difficult Topic. Not only was I instantly into the story, I was able to connect with each of the family members and feel Their heart, wrenching journey. The writer did such an excellent job, portraying each characters journey through Grief and tragedy Over decades of time. I liked the format of moving between the past and present and the connections that were created between the two. Though a work of fiction, The same feelings for trade were relatable and thought-provoking. I enjoyed my time spent with this book. thank you, NetGalley and McMillan Audio for the arc of this audiobook.

I found this one a little on the underwhelming side. The pace was slow and the plot seemed to just meander along, without any real surprises. There were a lot of POVs to sort through but the narrators of the audio version did a good job of helping me differentiate those.

his bittersweet read is about a child named Davie that went missing. It’s been 20 years and his family is finally on the verge of finding out just where he’s been all this time. Interesting and heartbreaking all in one read.

I was given both the book and audio book. I listened to the audio book. I really liked that there was different narrators for all the different characters. I really felt for the four main characters though I would have liked to have gotten the father and sister`s feelings too. There was a lot of lying going on in this book and even still in the end people did not come clean to everyone. I felt like the murderer was kind of anti-calmatic at least for me. Overall I felt for the family and their loss of their son from the moment he went missing so the writing was good.

Thank you NetGalley & Harper Muise for the ARC of this book.

The story is told from the POV of Thaddius, Tabitha, Anissa, and Gordon, who are all connected to Davy Malcor, a young boy who went missing in the 1980s.

The discovery of his jacket 20 years later reopens this cold case and journey to discover what happened the night he went missing begins.

4.5☆
Loved the story, the multiple POVs, and how everything wove together in the end.

Add this to your TBR!!!! *check the trigger warnings-*

Let me start by thanking HarperCollins via NetGalley for allowing me to listen to this ARC. Between the amazing storytelling of author Marybeth Mayhew Whalen, combined with PHENOMENAL narrators, Every Moment Since will be one of my top books for 2024 and will be a book I think about and very likely listen to again.

Thaddeus, aka TJ, is Davy's older brother. One night, the brothers go to a field to play "night games," and through a series of siblings being siblings, Davy goes missing. Twenty years go by, and a break in the case happens. The author then takes you on a journey to discover the events of that tragic night. Whenever I thought I had the story figured out, there was a new twist or turn I could have never imagined.

This was an audiobook I could not stop listening to. I listened at home, in the car, while setting up my classroom, in the shower, and when I was trying to go to bed. I could not stop; I needed to know how it ended. This book will haunt your thoughts even after you finish it.

*child loss, CSA*

Just when I think I'm tired of the "missing child/return to hometown" trope, another book will come along that changes my mind. This one is more literary than suspense/thriller and offers some character study elements. The only perspective I did not feel much toward was Gordon Swift, the person accused of hurting Davy. Recommended for fans of Alice Feeney, Kate Alice Marshall, and Lisa Jewell.

I listened to the audiobook and the narrators were all amazing! The book was powerful. It’s a mix of mystery and domestic fiction but so much more. Beautifully written story.

I really liked this book. The family drama and mystery surrounding Davey was interesting and intriguing. I was guessing until the very end.

This book kept me thinking and predicting. Great crime thriller. Loved the present and past storylines flipping back and forth.

Every Moment Since by Marybeth Mayhew Whalen is an extraordinary story about Davy, a boy who has been missing for many years, and the people who have been most affected by the tragedy. His brother Thaddeus is a bestselling author whose book detailing the events surrounding Davy’s disappearance has earned him a lot of attention but he hasn’t found peace. Their mother Tabitha makes weekly lists of her regrets but nothing on those lists will bring back her youngest son. Anissa is working on the case and cannot share the crucial information that she befriended Davy the night that he disappeared. Gordon has been accused by the police and the community but he maintains his innocence even after a new clue points to him once again.

This poignant, read-in-one-sitting masterpiece will rip your heart out and give you hope all at the same time. I’m grateful to NetGalley for allowing me to listen to the ARC because the narration was outstanding and I’m now officially a Marybeth Mayhew Whalen fan.

Really well written with great plot and pacing- a thriller mystery that will keep you guessing the whole time with various POVs and real characters.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
Wow. A lot to unpack here with this book. First, phenomenal performance by all of the narrators. They did an excellent job.
The beginning of the book was a little confusing with the different POV’s and also the different timelines. However all of it came together and you get to learn more about each character and the roll they played in Davey’s life and disappearance.
Phenomenal book though about family and friends and a town facing a tragic loss and coming together as one to solve what happened.
Some slight surprises at the end that you kind of expected but were unsure about. Really great book.