Meeting the parents is always nerve wracking, which is exactly what Theo is doing over the Christmas holidays at the mountain family retreat of her mega wealthy fiancé. As she’s there snippets of her lost life begin to come back, and she soon finds out that she had entered the viper nest, and just hopes to get out of there…alive

Full of twists, turns, lies, deceptions, mind games, and murders, “A Killing Cold” is just the type of book that a thriller junkie like me loves

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This was absolutely ridiculous. I love me a twisty book, do not get me wrong, but the constant, I remember! Just kidding no I don't! Oh wait its this! No nevermind! GAVE. ME. A. HEADACHE. By the end I couldn't stop rolling my eyes at the CONSTANT twists.

I really enjoyed the super thick mystery of this story and the various twists and turns it took. This author always knows how to pull me in and keep me guessing. I did get part of the twist correct before the reveal but not all of it, and that's always a fun time! If you like slow burn thrillers that slowly unravel until you're left with all the facts, then this is the book for you! I thought the narrator did an excellent job and I hung on her every word. I would recommend the audio route.

5/5

I’m blindly recommending this. I stayed up way past my bedtime to finish this one. The characters are engaging and dynamic; the story is unique and enticing; and the writing kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time.

If you like mysteries, thrillers, or twists, this one is for you.

How far would you go to uncover the truth? Would you go so far as to hurt someone you love or even compromise yourself in some way? Would you take heed to threats and warnings or brush them off?

This book is full of mysteries and intrigue and does a nice job of meandering while helping you piece together the story. The author did a good job with giving you little pieces here and there to make you think you had it solved.

Having the audiobook brought a different tone to the story that stressed the anxiety of the main character which was mirrored in oneself while listening; it helped bring the story to life.

There was some nice world building with small details that really helped to bring out aspects of the book. Makes me think about different traditions within my friend and family groups. It also happened to take place near Christmas and I read it just after Christmas so still have the family loyalty and quality time on the mind.

Thank you to Flatiron Books for the eARC copy, Macmillan audio for the advance audiobook, the author Kate Alice Marshall, and NetGalley!

A whirlwind romance, ominous threats, and a two week stay at a family’s winter retreat…what could go wrong?!?
This one was such an additive listen!! The narrator, Karissa Vacker does a wonderfully job port saying all of the characters including many male voices. I was lost in the story. While the pace was a bit slow, the writing truly captivated and I was invested in Theo’s story and which side would Connor take. The plot twists were so good as well. A wealthy family with many secrets protecting their own. Don’t miss out on this one.

This was so full of twists and turns and really held my attention. I loved the narrator as well. Had my headphones in non stop I could not put this one down! Thanks!!!!

Theo and Conner met 6 months ago and fell head over heels in love. Now engaged, he is taking her to his wealthy family’s winter retreat. She has been receiving text messages from an unknown person warning her not to go. The Dalton family is ruthless and don’t exactly give her a warm welcome.
Theo has a feeling she has been at this winter retreat before. And as she begins to remember things and she does her own sleuthing, the mysteries surrounding her past…and her present, come head to head.
This was a fun, if not a very believable read. I listened to this in audio format and the narrator, Karissa Vacker, did a truly excellent job.
I have read two previous books by Kate Alice Marshall before, one I didn’t like and one I loved. This one falls in the middle for me. I enjoyed the sense of isolation and the tense atmosphere was beautifully written. Theo was a great main character, who was flawed and likable. It just boils down to how believable I found this book and it’s just too many coincidences for me. I think you have to believe in fate for this story to work for you and that’s just not me.
But, overall, it’s a fun, fast paced thriller that’s an enjoyable winter read.

I love Kate Alice Marshall and I enjoyed this narrator. This wealthy family’s winter retreat, their family secrets and drama were great and everything was perfectly paced. Most all of the hints that were dropped throughout made it fun while putting the story together. Until the end, I felt like it was too much and keeping up with the twists just became annoying.

Thank you, NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for this surprise ALC!

A Killing Cold by Kate Alice Marshall

Thank you to @macmillan.audio, @netgalley, and @kmarshallarts for the opportunity to read this #advancedlistenercopy in exchange for my #honestaudiobookreview! This book will be available February 4.

This was a chilling one - no pun intended! Such a dangerous and twisted web - definitely not possible to guess all the twists and turns! This had the high stakes feel of The Family Game with the ruthlessness of The Fiancée and the holiday backdrop made it all the better. This is one you’ll be glad you snuggled up next to the fire to enjoy! I highly recommend this for thriller fans who enjoy a solid mystery!

TWs: inf*delity, framing, g*slighting, loss of a loved one, child n*glect and abandonment, t*lk of su*cide,dr*gging, more

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ - 4.5/5

I've been very picky about my mystery/thrillers recently. I’ve only been reading authors that worked really well for me before which is why I was excited to pick this one up. This one is probably my favorite by her yet, I had a lot of fun with it. The winter setting and the seclusion was done really well, the MC was endearing. I really liked how it ended up playing with some tropes and how the twists worked out.

I had really loved Karissa Vacker’s narration in both of the other Marshall novels I listened to, her narration style and tone works really well for the first person, female MC thriller. The plot was also easy to follow on audio.

This was a phenomenal thriller! This was a super easy read and was hard to put down! Every chapter ended on a cliffhanger, and I couldn't wait to read more. It was amazing from the beginning until the very last chapter. It's definitely worth the read!

This was an awesome fast paced thriller that kept me guessing!
I highly recommend this book!
I loved the snowy isolated vibe ❄️
Huge thanks to netgalley & publisher for this arc!
I will definitely read Kate’s next book!

This was a thrilling fast paced read! I love a good snowy isolated cottage vibe. The characters kept me interested and the narration was great. 😊 so many plot twists and a great ending too!

I just finished listening to A Killing Cold by Kate Alice Marshall. What a wonderful read! She is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors!

4.5 stars rounded up.

Straight away we meet Theo and her wealthy fiancé Connor. Theo is nervous to meet his family due to their wealth and her lack of family and modest lifestyle.

Their weeks spent with family at their remote cabin start in a frightening way with messages and notes showing up for Theo. As the puzzling events unfold, Theo feels uneasy and investigates on her own.

Eventually, we learn the truth about so many parts of the story and it’s not as great as it seemed.

Advanced listener copy provided by Macmillan Audio but all opinions are my own.

I am liking Kate Alice Marshall books very much! This is a great winter read! Suspense and surprise. KAM is becoming a go-to author in my book! Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to listen. Also, great narration.

Thank you @macmillan.audio & @netgalley for my complimentary audiobook. All opinions expressed are my own.

Theo Scott and affluent Connor Dalton are set to marry when he brings her to his family's Christmas retreat, located in a remote area with no cell service. Anxious about meeting his family, Theo is met with mixed reactions, as they question her intentions in marrying Connor. Meanwhile, she receives unsettling text messages urging her to stay away from Connor. Adding to her unease, Theo experiences hazy memories suggesting she has visited this secluded retreat in the past.

MY THOUGHTS: The expertly crafted plot of this thriller had me hooked from beginning to end! I loved the isolated winter setting which added to the building tension throughout the book. The characters were intricately developed, each with their own motives and secrets, which kept me guessing throughout the story. Just when I thought I had everything figured out, the surprising plot twist caught me off guard. I enjoyed the audio version of this book, expertly narrated by Karissa Vacker. If you enjoy a winter thriller, you will not want to miss this one!

I devoured this FANTASTIC audiobook! I love Marshall’s writing style and this book kept me guessing until the end! WOW! Thank you for the ARC of this book!!! I will be recommending to my friends!!!

This was a whirlwind of a story! I was absolutely refunded the whole time. Every guess wrong. Even when I was right, I was still wrong.

Theo not even knowing her own past and thr tidbits she's dropping from the start about being a bad kid...it all just, wow. Really wow.

So much choice in this book. So much rich privilege. And this was absolutely delicious from start to finish.