Thank you netgalley and to the publishers for the ARC. I enjoyed the story and plot of the book. It was engaging and the dialogue help drive the story. I enjoyed the ending of the story and would totally read another book by the author.

Rachel is a senior at Denman College, living a quiet life with just a handful of friends and her deep commitment to the college newspaper driving her. Her dream of becoming a journalist consumes her focus, leaving little room for anything else. But when a body is found in Pleasant Pond—her hometown—it shakes her carefully constructed world. The shock turns to disbelief when the victim is identified as Alison, her former high school nemesis. Rachel is left reeling. Can she cover the story with journalistic integrity? And what will the unearthing of their shared past mean for her future?

Through a series of expertly crafted flashbacks, Kate Russo masterfully builds tension and delves into the complex relationship between Rachel and Alison. The slow unraveling of what drove these two apart is as compelling as the central mystery itself. Russo shines in her portrayal of personal relationships, vividly capturing the stressors, fears, and conflicts that high school and college students often navigate.

While some aspects, such as the boyfriend character, occasionally feel like convenient plot devices, they are still grounded enough to remain believable. The emotional depth and authenticity of Rachel's journey, paired with the gripping central mystery, more than make up for any minor shortcomings.

Until Alison is an engrossing tale of secrets, rivalries, and self-discovery that fans of coming-of-age mysteries will absolutely enjoy. Russo’s talent for exploring human dynamics and crafting suspenseful storytelling ensures this book will linger in your thoughts long after you’ve turned the last page.

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