I listened to this thriller and thought the characters were well-described and matched the storyline perfectly. A fast-paced thriller, it was also a fun, intense read, with lots of twists and turns. The ending was completely unpredictable and jaw-dropping! I look forward to more thrillers by this author! Thank you, NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this!

The Business Trip is a fast-paced thriller that grabs your attention right from the start. I thoroughly enjoyed the unlikable characters and watching the story unfold. It’s surprising to think this was a debut novel! If you’re a fan of unique thrillers with unexpected twists that keep you engaged from beginning to end, I highly recommend this read.

This was a popcorn thriller at its finest. It was fast-paced and I kept thinking I knew what was going on, It turns out I was wrong. I recommend this especially if you need a palette cleanser! I listened to this, and every character has its own narrator. This made it a lot of fun! 4 stars.

I appreciate the publisher and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to listen to this book in exchange for an honest review.

4 out of 5 Stars! Thank you, Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for this audiobook of The Business Trip by Jessie Gracia. Narrated by Andrew Eiden; Dylan Fitzpatrick; Fred Berman; Gail Shalan; Hillary Huber; Jennifer Pickens; John Pirhalla; Kimberly M. Wetherell; Kirby Heyborne and Tim Campbell.

What a narrating cast! I really enjoyed this audiobook! My first book by this author and she delivered! I did not expect the ending of this and it was a different one for me. It was a little slow at first in the beginning but it definitely picked up. I listened to this during my business trip and may have been a little paranoid during it LOL.

Overall, this was unique, great narrator cast, and my first audiobook/review for 2025. Thanks!

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This is a short but jam packed book, l’ll tell you this much. So many wild twists and turns. Two women are off go out of town for two separate reasons. Both have their IDs found in Atlanta, presumably dead with the arrogant News Director as prime suspect. But everything really isn’t what it seems, is it? ⁣
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I liked the book. Definitely not likable characters are you want everyone to get in trouble. You have to suspend belief for this to work, but it was entertaining. The ending was satisfying, but I felt like a large part of the book was repetitive and not providing additional help to connect pieces. ⁣
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This is a full cast narration, so I’m definitely recommend the audio if you’re an audio person. Some of the POVs I felt were excessive as it was a retelling from their side. We already knew the story and it didn’t really fill in gaps.⁣
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Anywho, we’re on our last day of our anniversary trip and woke up in @mammothcavenps to the beautiful snow dropping. Honestly, a dream to wake up and have my coffee every morning. Back to the real world we go.

Wow this one was wild - I really enjoyed the first half as the mystery came to a boiling part. It sort of went downhill once the perspectives changed becuase it felt like all the thrill was gone. Then there was a final twist that I definitely didn’t see coming - but it actually sort of made it worse? I really liked the writing style though and the initial twists and turns were engaging - I will definitely read the next author’s books

I aboslutely loved the narrator for the Business Trip!

The Business Trip by Jessica Garcia is a captivating thriller that I really enjoyed.
A really unique premise.

Synoposis:

Stephanie and Jasmine have nothing and everything in common. The two women don’t know each other but are on the same plane. Stephanie is on a business trip and Jasmine is fleeing an abusive relationship. After a few days, they text their friends the same exact messages about the same man—the messages becoming stranger and more erratic.

And then the two women vanish. The texts go silent, the red flags go up, and the panic sets in. When Stephanie and Jasmine are each declared missing and in danger, it begs the questions: Who is Trent McCarthy? What did he do to these women— or what did they do to him?

Twist upon twist, layer upon layer, where nothing is as it seems, The Business Trip takes you on a descent into the depths of a mastermind manipulator. But who is playing who?

Absolutely LOVED IT!

This novel! Wow! Definitely a thrilling, twisted, and addicting audiobook. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing an advanced audiobook copy in exchange for a fair and honest review.

I am blown away that this is a debut novel. What an excellent book. From start to finish this book kept me interested and had me guessing at each twist. It starts with more of a slow burn feeling and then halfway through really picks up the pace. I enjoyed the alternating character perspectives, they made the audio shine and even easier to listen to. If you enjoy audiobooks with different voices for each character, this is a great one to add to the TBR list.

And of course, that ENDING. Phenomenal, loved it. Just when I thought I had the book figured out, the twists did not stop coming and the ending was one of the more memorable finishes to a book I have read in a long time.

Looking forward to more by this author in the future.

You were warned — don’t talk to strangers.

And, be careful on a plane.

Wow, this took a turn that I was not expecting and I loved that it surprised me! Sometimes I feel jaded and disappointed with how easy it is to guess the big twist or reveal. Not this time.

Two women meet on a flight. One is a news director on her way to a conference and the other is escaping an abusive boyfriend. They have nothing in common. Friendly conversation ensues and the trip passes pleasantly. Nothing, however, will go as planned.

The narrative flips between points of view and the characters are interesting and unique. It was so hard to step away from reading so I found myself forgetting about all the things I really meant to do today and read it in a single session. Lots of drama and the reader is totally drawn in by the activities and behavior of the characters.

I was lucky enough to be able to listen to the audiobook while reading along in the e-book ARC, both provided by the publishers. The talented cast of narrators really brought this story to life with their voices and dramatic flair. It definitely enhanced my enjoyment of the story. Well done.

Two women traveling on the same plane each for different reasons meet. Stephanie and Jasmine have nothing in common. Meeting the same guy, after a few days they both go missing.

Both women keep in contact with friends but as days pass fewer and fewer messages are received. The messages became stranger and stranger. Now friends are worried. Where are they, what’s happened?

Who is this guy they met? Who is Trent McCarthy? Does he have something to do with the disappearance?

Thank you NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for this audio ARC copy for an honest review.

The Business Trip by Jessie Garcia is a mystery thriller with some unexpected twists, especially a jaw dropping ending.
I listened to the audiobook with a full cast, which was excellent.
Thank you NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Two women from different walks of life end up sitting together on a plane. Stephanie is on her way to attend a conference she's not excited about, and Jasmine has finally managed to escape her abusive relationship. The women are similar in appearance but have little else in common. The plane lands and the women go their separate ways, but soon their friends back home start receiving messages from both women about the same man; messages that turn from fun to sinister. Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, The Business Trip takes you on a twisted ride that comes to a surprising conclusion.

The book is told from many points of view, and the audiobook made it easy to follow thanks to the great cast of voice actors. There were elements of this book I enjoyed, but some parts were so far-fetched it was hard to power through. I didn't care for the conclusion, but I applaud Jessie Garcia for creating a story that reads like it came from a seasoned author. Even though I didn't love this one, I would consider reading another of her books in the future.

3.5 Stars.

Thanks to NetGalley and Macmillian Audio for an ALC of this book!

The Business Trip has a truly unique plot. Reading so many Psychological Thrillers, it feels like there are many common twists and themes, but The Business Trip has a unique story that I really enjoyed! I have to admit, I listened to the audio book twice before writing my review.
I don’t want to give away any spoilers, so apologies for being vague. Definitely worth reading if you enjoy psychological thrillers. Two women head west on the same flight and a few days later, instead of returning home, they appear to be off starting a new relationship with an amazing man they just met….but are both women starting a relationship with the same man? What in the world is going on? I thought this would be a mundane plot twist and I would walk away from the novel. I couldn’t have been more wrong! I was drawn in and couldn’t stop.

I highly recommend this novel.
The narration was spot on.
Enjoy!

Two women, one man, and a trail of cryptic texts—The Business Trip will make you question everything you think you know about trust.

The Business Trip by Jessie Garcia is an addictive, tightly woven thriller that had me hooked from the first page. It follows two women, Stephanie and Jasmine, who are complete strangers but become connected in the most unsettling way. Stephanie is on a work trip, while Jasmine is fleeing an abusive relationship. Their lives seem worlds apart until they each start sending identical, increasingly erratic texts to their friends about the same man, Trent McCarthy. And then—both women vanish.

The mystery at the heart of this book is masterfully constructed. It's the kind of thriller where you’ll want to scream, ‘Don’t trust him!’ but you’re not sure who the warning is actually for. Garcia keeps the tension high with red herrings, unexpected twists, and just enough clues to keep you on edge without revealing too much. The pacing is relentless in the best way—every chapter adds to the suspense, pulling you deeper into the tangled web of what happened to Stephanie and Jasmine. The characters feel real, flawed, and desperate, which only makes the stakes feel more personal and urgent. Garcia also does a brilliant job of exploring the question: How much can we trust what people tell us, especially when fear and danger are in the mix?

Now, about the audiobook. The full cast narration, featuring Andrew Eiden, Dylan Fitzpatrick, Fred Berman, Gail Shalan, Hillary Huber, Jennifer Pickens, John Pirhalla, Kimberly M. Wetherell, Kirby Heyborne, and Tim Campbell, elevates an already compelling story. Each narrator brings something unique to their character, making the shifts in perspective seamless and immersive. The performances capture the emotional depth and suspense perfectly, and the different voices added a layer of intensity I might have missed in print. It’s a gripping listen that complements Garcia’s sharp storytelling.

In the end, The Business Trip is a well-executed thriller that keeps you guessing until the very last moment. Jessie Garcia weaves a gripping tale of mystery and suspense, anchored by flawed yet relatable characters and a plot full of sharp twists. Whether you’re drawn to stories about psychological intrigue, unpredictable turns, or deeply human struggles, this book has something to offer.

Thanks to Macmillan Audio for providing me with an advance copy for review.

This unique thriller caught me by surprise! The Business Trip is a fast paced story about two very different women who meet on a plane, Stephanie, a career woman and Jasmine, a woman escaping an abusive boyfriend, After this chance meeting, their lives are never the same. Their families and friends receive strange texts from each of the women stating that they have met a man named Trent McCarthy, then both woman go missing.

This was an exciting novel with shocking turns that continued to keep my attention. Sometimes thrillers are predictable, but this had an ending that surprised me so much that I was mad at myself for not paying attention to a major clue.

Thank you Net Galley and Macmillan Audio for the Advanced Reader Copy. I will definitely recommend to all of my reader friends who love a great suspenseful thriller. #NetaGalley #TheBusinessTrip @MacmillanAudio @Macmillan.Audio

Thank you Netgalley and Macmillan Audio fpr the opportunity to listen to the audiobook of The Business Trip. I loved this novel. It had so many twists. I didn't know where the story was headed. I finished it in one day. I just didn't want to stop listening. 5 star from beginning to end! Will definitely be recommending to others.

This book had a lot of points of view. Like, a lot. And while that kind of thing can sometimes make a story feel scattered, I’ll give credit where it’s due, the author actually spent enough time fleshing out each character’s perspective. The downside? With so many POVs, I didn’t feel like I got to build a solid connection with any one character. I found myself jumping around too much to really form those bonds, which made it hard to get fully invested in anyone’s journey.

That said, I did enjoy the complexity of the storylines and how they all wove together. Jessie Garcia clearly put a lot of thought into making sure all the threads eventually crossed paths, and I found myself appreciating how neatly things tied up in the end. It’s one of those books where you have to pay attention, but when all the pieces come together, it feels rewarding.

Still, while the intricate plotting was impressive, some parts of the story stretched believability a little too far. For instance, Jasmine’s ability to transform herself so thoroughly with makeup that she could fool people into thinking she was someone else? A bit much. And then there’s the contradiction in her character, she was ruthless and capable of doing some truly brutal things to others, yet she stayed in a relationship where she let her boyfriend mistreat her. It just didn’t quite add up for me.

This was a smartly crafted, multi-layered read, but the sheer number of characters and occasional unrealistic moments made it harder to fully immerse myself. If you like a book with a lot going on and don’t mind sacrificing deep character connections for a twisty, complex plot, it’s definitely worth a shot. I highly recommend the audiobook as well, because the narrators were fantastic!

Thank you, #NetGalley and #StMartinsPress, for the chance to read this in exchange for an honest review!

Thank you to Jessie Garcia, MacMillan Audio, and NetGalley for an advances listener copy of The Business Trip!

4 out of 5 Stars

I really enjoyed the audio of this book. I thought the voices and inflection for each character matched their personalities very well - especially the voices for Trent McCarthy and Jasmine's boyfriend. The author did a great job writing those characters as jerks and the narrators portrayed them absolutely perfectly.

Overall I thought this book was fun, fast-paced, and engaging. There were a lot of characters which can sometimes be hard to follow. Though I did get a few characters confused a handful of times, the story was easy to follow and it was fun to get the perspectives of some of the more colorful characters in the book.

This was a super twisty story. I didn't really know how Jasmine and Stephanie's paths were going to intertwine and when I finally found out how they did, I was shocked at the direction the story took. The storyline was pretty unpredictable, but once I learned what happened so many little pieces and clues fell into place and I wanted to kick myself for not guessing what would happen sooner.

I was not sure about this one after the first couple chapters, but then it picked up and had some pretty major twists that I did not see coming. I ended up thinking about the twists in this one for several days after finishing it!

I recommend this audiobook which is well narrated, especially if you love thrillers with wild twists!

*The Business Trip* was an absolutely gripping thriller that kept me hooked from start to finish! Listening to it during my own trip from Madison to San Diego added an extra layer of suspense. The story expertly weaves together the lives of Stephanie and Jasmine, two women with seemingly nothing in common who become entangled in a chilling mystery.

The twists were masterfully executed—especially the major one I never saw coming! Just when I thought I had it figured out, the story shifted in an entirely new direction. Jessie Garcia crafted a complex narrative full of suspense, manipulation, and psychological depth.

This was a perfect, edge-of-your-seat read (or listen) for anyone who loves unpredictable thrillers. Highly recommend!