Wow… I was already familiar with this author from her romance novels, and immediately knew I had to pick up this book when she announced it. I’m such a sucker for Mystery/Thriller that has to do with family, and this book did not disappoint. I found myself second guessing everything right along with the main character. Lovers of mystery, drama, and believing in the ones you love should absolutely check this one out.

This was such a twisty debut. Marissa and Ethan Creighton both share a love of music. Sharing playlists is one of their things. I won’t go into spoiler territory, but I loved how the playlists play a huge role in this story. Even though since their son Logan was born, Marissa feels a change in Ethan.
Before he leaves for work one morning, he asks Marissa to trust him. She has no idea that he will not come home that night. All of her insecurities come out and her overbearing family does not help. But Marissa is determined to understand why her husband left. Even if it will expose all of his secrets and make her doubt her own family
I enjoyed walking next to Marissa, uncovering clues, and watching her gain strength. I’ve been thinking about how this book ended for days. That is the only part that just seemed to not totally work for me. No spoilers, but after everything was revealed, I personally would have been playing, Going to California, alone.

Very unique way to tell a story in this suspense filled drama. A husband goes missing after leaving the house and making his wife promise to trust him. He then communicates to her through songs shared on playlists, as music plays a big part in their history. She has to decipher what he is trying to tell her to hopefully answer questions about his disappearance and bring him back home. While I found it frustrating that the husband chose to do this rather than just tell her what was going on (I would be seriously enraged at this if it happened in real life) it truly was a fun way to watch the story unfold.

What a great thriller debut!

This is gripping from the first page. Marissa is a strong FMC who comes into her own by the end of the book. I really enjoyed her character arc.

I loved the pace of this book, there was never a moment when I lost interest. I flew this book really quickly because even after I had figured out the main mystery, I wanted to know what was going to happen to all the characters involved.

Thank you NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer for the free arc book in exchange for my honest opinion.

I absolutely loved this read! The suspense and the clues never stop, so I couldn’t put it down! The characters were gritty and real to me. I will definitely be looking for more from this author. Brilliant!

Great mystery thriller! Really liked the concept of it and the idea of the playlists. Quick and easy to read, I will say this is an 3.5 stars, I think its hard to find thrillers above 4 stars, so this is a very good rating!

This was my first ever ARC and I was super excited to read it. Tell Me You Trust Me is a thriller which has a lot of music inside it! An unusual combination, right?! The plot is quite original - the main character's husband goes missing, he leaves her clues, and they communicate with each other via song titles on their Spotify playlist. As obsessed as I am with exploring new tunes, finding perfect music for books/events/moods and creating playlists, the book felt somewhat relatable and it was fun reading it. While the plot and pace were very good, I thought the characters and dialogues needed a bit more development. I'd still recommend it for a quick suspense read.

WOW oh WOW!!! This debut thriller was FANTASTIC! The way my heart was beating just a little too fast during some of the scenes, and having a child involved really added another layer of suspense. Elle captured Marissa's feelings and showed how she dug deep to find all the strength, knowledge, and power to take ownership of her life. I LOVED this book and I cannot wait for the next by Elle Owens!

Thank you to Thomas & Mercer and Netgalley for an advanced reader copy of Tell Me You Trust Me. Overall, this was a pretty enjoyable reading experience and an interesting plot. However, I think that this book lacked a bit in execution and could be improved. There were a few instances where I thought to myself, “show, don’t tell!”, and was taken out of the writing by the main character which felt inconsistent at times.

As soon as I finished this book, I went to see if there were any other books written by Elle Owens. First, I would like to say thank you very much for allowing me to have an advanced reader copy. I absolutely loved this book. The mystery, the thrill was just amazing. I am going to purchase a physical copy that’s how much I love this book. It kept me on my toes. it was not predictable. I thought it was going one way, but it didn’t. It was just a good mystery thriller when you think you know who is all involved and have it all figured out, you really don’t! It’s just amazing. I highly highly highly recommend it.

good mystery about a family company and daughter and husband who wonders if she can trust him. She is on the run and trying to solve the mystery of why her husband has money and why he is left her . she solves the mystery and finds out more about her family and husband and they communicate by song titles off Spotify.

I thoroughly enjoyed unraveling this mystery. It had me hooked almost from page 1. If i had started this on a weekend, I would likely have finished it the same day.

I do not want to give away any spoilers so I will only say I needed to know what happened to Ethan almost as much as Marissa did!

Talk about a toxic family! This was a very fun mystery. I really enjoyed the use of music and song titles between the characters to communicate. I thought that was very inventive on the author’s part and added a bit of fun to the story.

"Tell Me You Trust Me" is a fast-paced debut thriller that delivers a truly fun read. The story follows Marissa, a woman whose life is turned upside down when her husband mysteriously goes missing. As she frantically searches for answers, Marissa discovers that her husband has left behind a series of cryptic clues, leading her on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth.

The chapter endings are engaging, keeping you hooked, and the music references sprinkled throughout the narrative add an enjoyable touch. Marissa’s character development is a highlight, making her journey both relatable and compelling. The author’s writing style is sharp and concise, perfectly complementing the book’s brisk pace. The narrative delves into themes of trust, deception, and the blurred lines between friend and foe, with tension that builds skillfully until the very last page.

"Tell Me You Trust Me" is a thrill ride from start to finish. Its fast pace and intriguing plot make it an enjoyable and addictive read. If you're looking for a thriller that’s both fun and thought-provoking, this book is a fantastic choice.

Loved the premise of this amazing story! Plenty of twists and so well done. Will keep you reading late into the night! Highly recommend.

Marissa's husband Ethan is missing. The last thing he said to her? Tell me you trust me. Marissa fears that she - and her young son Logan - will never see Ethan again. But then she discovers a message in their shared playlist, and they start communicating using song titles, though Marissa remains in the dark about why Ethan disappeared in the first place. And Marissa's overbearing family is not making the situation any better. Will she uncover the truth behind the lies, mysteries, and subterfuge? This debut thriller from Elle Owens is fast-paced, very twisty, and deliciously sinister. I loved the use of song titles as communication/code. Most of the characters (and Marissa's parents in particular) were not very likeable, and at times quite frustrating, but this all contributed to the storyline. Fans of The Last Thing He Told Me will enjoy this novel.

This book was AMAZING and I was fully invested the entire way. I didn't want to put it down! All the twists and turns and following the clues with the characters. Made it super fun to make predictions. Thanks again for this early read!

Elle Owens' Tell Me Your Trust Me is a captivating debut that introduces readers to a world of suspense and intrigue. Owens' writing style is both elegant and evocative, drawing readers into the story with vivid imagery and compelling characters. Her ability to create tension and suspense is masterful, keeping the reader guessing until the very end.

This thriller is a must-read for fans of the genre, offering a fresh perspective and a plot that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

This book kicks off immediately. We start off finding out that Marissa's husband, Ethan, hasn't been home in a few days and yet his keys and wallet are at home. Ethan works with Marissa's dad and brother and yet they have no clue on his whereabouts either. Everyone finds it hard to believe that Ethan would leave Marissa and their 2-year old son Logan, but things are not looking good.

Marissa feels that things seem off and doesn't think that he's left her on his own. She starts digging for clues when she realizes he has been using his Spotify account (which they share). They are quickly able to connect via songs (which I loved) but there are more questions than answers.

I couldn't put this book DOWN! 📚 It’s full of twists and turns that kept me hooked. Thank you, Netgalley and Elle Owens, for the early copy. This book will be released in February 2025, so make sure to add it to your TBR list! 📅

I absolutely devoured this book! I hardly ever finish a book in 24 hours and I could not put this one down! Marissa is incredibly relatable and the use of music spoke to my heart. Every move Marissa made, felt very real and not over thought. A lot of times in mystery and thrillers, characters make choices that seem very unrealistic if it were to truly happen. Marissa and Ethan's relationship is absolutely beautiful.
My biggest critique is the ending felt different from the rest of the book. Maybe it is because it was more dialogue heavy at the end. I can't place my finger on it but the tone shifted and felt a little off.

Thank you Netgalley and Thomas & Mercer for an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review!