*Assume Nothing* by Joshua Corin presents an intriguing premise—a young woman, obsessed with the detective who solved her mother’s murder and implicated her father, delves into a new mystery that blurs the lines between truth and fiction. However, despite its compelling concept, the novel falters in execution. The story feels disjointed, jumping between timelines and perspectives in a way that disrupts the narrative flow and makes it difficult for readers to stay fully engaged. The complex layers of deception and revelation might have been more effective if they had been more tightly woven together, but instead, the plot sometimes feels muddled and confusing, leaving readers grasping for clarity.

Additionally, the audiobook experience of *Assume Nothing* suffers due to the narrator’s delivery, which fails to elevate the story’s tense atmosphere, and includes some odd, misplaced accent.

The pacing feels off, and the narrator’s tone often lacks the emotional depth required to convey the subtle nuances of the characters’ internal struggles. This can make it hard for listeners to connect with the protagonist, Kat McCann, who, despite her intriguing background, comes across as somewhat flat and unrelatable. The disjointed nature of the plot, coupled with a less-than-compelling narration, makes *Assume Nothing* a challenging read or listen, even for those drawn to psychological thrillers or mysteries.