5 ⭐⁣
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Already one of my TOP READS of 2025!!! Wow. Catherine Cowles did not come to play with this one. I'm SO OBSESSED!!! I listened to the audiobook, and I didn't want to stop listening at all. Literally kept me at the edge of my seat. The banter, the mystery, the suspense, the intensity, the angst, it was PERFECT!!! The only sad thing is that this is a standalone, and I WANT more books in this world. Lol

Ridley has a crime podcast after her twin sister had gone missing. She went to a small town, Shady Cove, to talk to people in that town about a case that was never solved. There she met the grumpy, sheriff, Colt. Colt didn't want Ridley near the case at all. I remember I was so shocked when we know why he didn't want her near it. I didn't see that coming. There was a lot of disagreements and back and forth between them, but as Colt starts to see who Ridley really is, he started to warm up to her.

Love Ridley and Colt so much. Both of their feelings and life was never the same because of one thing. Ridley made it to a positive change, while Colt made it a negative thing in his life. It took Ridley to come to Shady Cover for him to realize it. Totally adore them!!

Please pick up this one. It's so good and amazing.

5⭐️
1.5🌶️

Tropes: small town, suspense, true crime podcaster FMC, grumpy sheriff MMC, forced proximity

I HAVE NO WORDS. Catherine’s writing always makes me go through all the feels but this story is just so damn heartbreaking. My heart ached for Ridley, Emerson, Colt and all the pain they’ve gone through. I truly couldn’t get enough of these characters. I was floored when all the pieces came together in the end… as always Catherine blows my freaking mind with these twists. My jaw is honestly still on the floor.

Colt + Ridley were everything. I loved how they challenged each other, how Ridley didn’t put up with Colt’s asshole attitude and how she brought out the best side of him he’d been missing since everything happened. I just can’t say enough good this and will be thinking about this story for a long time.

I secretly wish this was at least getting another book with Emerson & Trey buuuuut that’s wishful thinking🩷

I LOVED this book! It was gripping, I could not stop listening and when I had to, I was counting down until I could listen again. I loved the plot, it was fast paced and a unique storyline with Ridley being a podcast host. I thought Ridley and Colter had great chemistry and banter. And I was definitely surprised in the end of the book. The twist and turns this story took kept me on the edge of my seat. I wish there was more to come in this world because i would read all about it!

I devour everything Catherine writes, but I have to say that she’s outdone herself with All The Missing Pieces! This standalone novel (pleeeeease make it a series!) is more suspense driven than usual and I was here for it! We’re talking edge of the seat excitement, twists and turns a plenty, a jaw dropping revelation and the most delicious grumpy x sunshine romance along the way. And did I mention the sprinkle of growly “who did this to you” goodness? Swoon!

Catherine has a knack of creating the most realistic and engaging characters and their POVs help the reader get right under their skin. I loved Ridley’s commitment to helping others and her joie de vivre as she tries to live life to its fullest for both herself and her missing twin. Her dynamic with closed off, grumpy Colt was epic and I loved seeing her chip away at his walls and help him to start really living. The tension between these two was butterfly inducing and Colt’s protectiveness of Ridley was romance goals! And the spice. Was. Spicing!

There are so many great side characters and I adored how Ridley won the quirky town residents over and created a found family for herself.

Rule number one of a CC novel is suspect EVERYONE, and I had a giant list of potential villains as I read this! Suffice to say, I did not guess the killer, thanks to the genius plot twist! One of these days …

I read the book first, then went straight to the audio and I loved it even more the second time around! Andi Arndt and Sebastian York are two of my favourite narrators and they perfectly brought grumpy Colt and sunshiny Ridley to life. They had me laughing, blushing and on the edge of my seat and I loved every minute!

All The Missing Pieces is a clever, twisty and achingly romantic story that had me in a chokehold from the start. If you haven’t got this audio on your TBR yet, then you’re missing out!

𝓐𝓵𝓵 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓜𝓲𝓼𝓼𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓟𝓲𝓮𝓬𝓮𝓼
♾️ ⭐️

| Thank you @dreamscape_media @catherinecowlesauthor @sourcebookscasa for the early listening access! |

𝚆𝚛𝚒𝚝𝚝𝚎𝚗 𝚋𝚢: 𝙲𝚊𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚒𝚗𝚎 𝙲𝚘𝚠𝚕𝚎𝚜
𝙿𝚞𝚋 𝚍𝚊𝚝𝚎: 𝙹𝚊𝚗𝚞𝚊𝚛𝚢 𝟽, 𝟸𝟶𝟸𝟻
𝘕𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺: 𝘈𝘯𝘥𝘪 𝘈𝘳𝘯𝘥𝘵, 𝘚𝘦𝘣𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘯 𝘠𝘰𝘳𝘬

Ａｕｄｉｏｂｏｏｋ Ｒｅｖｉｅｗ

📖(𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘭𝘭 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥):
𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙥𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚 • 𝙛𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙛𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙮 • 𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨 • 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙛 • 𝙨𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙩𝙤𝙬𝙣 • 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙫𝙖𝙣 • 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙩 & 𝙙𝙤𝙜 • 𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙚 𝙘𝙧𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙥𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩 • 𝙢𝙮𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙮 • 𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙪𝙣𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧 • 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙙 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙭𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙮 • 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙈𝙈𝘾 • 𝙗𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙 • 𝙢𝙞𝙭𝙚𝙙 𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙧𝙚 •

💭:
All the stars ♾️⭐️ and emotions! I didn’t want this book to ever end.

This is the first book by Catherine Cowles I’ve read, and I’m kicking myself for taking so long to finally do so.

I have her Sparrow Falls series to read next and I’m excited to delve into the worlds CC has written.

🩵:
AtMP has everything I look for in my romance books:
- great writing
- seamless writing/transitioning
- more plot than steam (steam is just fine but I don’t want an entire book of it, I need an actual plot/story).
- tough topics handled delicately & w/ respect (if applicable)
* strong FMC always a bonus, esp when character growth is shown

🎧:
I was invested immediately after starting this book on audio. I finished it in just one day.

The narrators did an excellent job portraying Ridley and Colt!

💘:
The genre mashup of romance with mystery and some suspense was chef’s kiss 💋!

🧩:
When I say this book was everything, take it from me and be sure to add it to your tbr.

📝 Notes to self:
𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘰𝘴 & 𝘓𝘢𝘸𝘮𝘢𝘯 *𝘴𝘸𝘰𝘰𝘯*
𝘛𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘉𝘰𝘸𝘴𝘦𝘳 *𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 🥹*

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Catherine Cowles is the queen when it comes to romantic suspense. She literally writes it like no one else. And to no one’s surprise I didn’t figure out this one either! 🤣

The whole vibe of this story I just ate up! Ridley being a true crime podcaster and the reason why was truly unique and kept me hooked. I loved seeing her connection to cases and following her through the investigation.
Colt…OMG. This man…🫠 Law man…even though they were “enemies” there was an undeniable pull with them. They could really relate to one another more than anyone else and I just loved their relationship. And his nickname for her is absolutely my favorite. Chaos…it was so perfect!

I am still thinking about this book weeks after finishing it. It has catapulted to one of my favorite Catherine books ever! It had me hooked from the jump and guessing till the end. I cannot wait to read more about Shady Cove. Thank you to sourcebooks and Catherine for the arc.

Overall: 5
Spice: 2.5

Tropes:
Romantic Suspense
Small Town
Grumpy x Sunshine
Forced Proximity
Who Hurt You

Catherine Cowles is my favourite romantic suspense authors - no one does it like her and I ate this up! I was immediately hooked by the prologue and I felt like I was along for the ride with Ridley.

I also listened to this on audio. It is narrated by Andi Arndt and Sebastian York - a match made in audio heaven! They were both so great at portraying the emotions of Ridley and Colt. I really enjoyed their performance and would definitely recommend!

I really enjoyed the concept of this book, and I loved that Ridley had such high stakes in her career, and reasoning for doing what she was. I loved Ridley’s passion, determination and the connection that both Colt and Ridley had to the story. Their connection was palpable and the banter, push and pull between them was everything.

I hope Catherine decides to turn this into a full series because I need Emerson’s story like I need air!

“𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘵, 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱𝘦𝘥 𝘮𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘪𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘴. 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘐 𝘥𝘪𝘥𝘯’𝘵 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘦 𝘐 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘦𝘥.”

Off the rip, I was in my feelings from the dedication. It was so heartwarmingly touching.

The prologue that was the kick off for the high level anticipation that filled me during my read. I know a character hate to see a Catherine prologue coming cause they already know it’s the end. My hurt was broken for Ridley before I began the first chapter.

No matter how many Catherine Cowles books I read, she never fails to have me on the edge of my seat. Even with her formulaic brand of storytelling, there’s this addictive captivating appeal she brings to every story leaving it with its own unique magic. All the Missing Pieces isn’t any different.

The small town of Shady Cove and its residents added heart and humor. Along with leaving me eager for more stories to come! And Tater, absolutely cannot leave out Tater whose tooth hugs and loving “affection” of Colt had me laughing out loud.

When I tell Lawman and Chaos sizzled with their banter, chemistry and spice. I love the way Ridley let Colt have it and wasn’t afraid to tell him about himself.

Colt may be a brood but when he fell and opened his heart, he became as swoony as he wanted to be. Ridley was a sweetheart with a fearless spirit and genuine heart. These two bother harbored so much pain from their past. They didn’t just find love in each other but healing.

Now, I’m usually always wrong even with my endless list of suspects but this time I was truly and honestly clueless. Catherine seriously shook me this time.

To no one’s surprise, Andi Arndt and Sebastian York were just outstanding in their performance. Their narration brought out all the emotions and beauty of Colt and Ridley’s story.

All the Missing Pieces is unlike anything I have read and listened to in a while! This unique storyline was full of emotions, sizzling chemistry, and so much suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat and guessing from page one to the very end. Colt and Ridley's chemistry was sizzling, and the banter between all the characters had me falling in love with the small town of Shady Cove. I can't wait to go back for more in this new series by the incredible Catherine Cowles!

“Should’ve told you before now. You look beautiful. A kind of beauty that would make any man stop in his tracks. But it’s only matched by your fierceness.” Those brown eyes sparked gold. “Show no mercy, Chaos.”

Catherine Cowles has done it again with another banger series starter! Catherine will rip your heart right out with All the Missing Pieces. In turn, she gives us one of the most beautiful, gripping love stories I’ve had the pleasure of reading. When a mysterious podcaster and a grumpy sheriff meet, sparks (and claws) fly. Can the short-fused lone wolf and the traveler who speaks in half-truths and threadbare trust see eye to eye long enough to find justice? I love the new community of Shady Cove, Catherine’s world building paints a vivid setting of this bucolic yet anguished small town. Her new community of eccentric characters is compelling, funny, and contributes to the suspenseful tone of the story. This is a must-listen for any true crime podcast-loving romance reader! Colt and Ridley were a lovely balance of grumpy/sunshine; She is the vivacious optimist to his gritty pragmatist. I thought they had a genuine, well-rounded maturity that, though beyond their years, was a refreshing attribute in the MCs. From their fiery banter to the HEA, I enjoyed it all.

Sebastian York and Andi Arndt were perfectly paired to bring All the Missing Pieces off the page! I always know I’m in for a captivating, amusing, heartfelt listen when I press play with these two. Sebastian’s performance as the buttoned-up, gruff, guilt-ridden Colter Brooks was fantastic. He captured the tongue-tied grump with an edge of humor and seduction. Andi gave a flawless performance as Ridley Bennett, whose penchant for cherishing gratitude and joy after soul-altering loss is only matched by her voracious desire to hunt for the truth behind her sister’s disappearance.

I absolutely LOVED this audiobook - I read it in tandem with the e-arc I was also given the opportunity to read. Thank you Catherine, NetGalley, and team!!

4.5 stars!

"All the Missing Pieces" by Catherine Cowles is a wonderful book. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this well-written, page-turning romantic suspense novel. I must admit, I have not read a ton of the romantic suspense genre, but if they are all as good as this one, consider me a fan. I have not read any other books by Catherine Cowles, but now I am excited to go back and read her other work because she does a spectacular job of bringing these grumpy/sunshine characters and this small-town mystery to life in a captivating, engaging, interesting way. I really enjoyed watching this mystery slowly unravel over time as Ridley, an intelligent, savvy true crime podcaster with an actual reason to want to help victims and get these stories out there to the public, tries to get justice for a woman who survived a horrific event as a teenager. I loved the banter between Ridley and Colt, the town's gruff, attractive sheriff. Colt has a reason to want Ridley out of his town and away from the victim: she is his sister, and he is protective of her peace. I also loved all of the town's secondary characters, who get in on the banter and shenanigans throughout the story. Finally, Andi Arndt and Sebastian York bring this book and these characters to life in a spectacular way. Seriously, they are some of the best audiobook narrators out there! Absolutely incredible narration work here. I loved this book, and I think you will, too!

Thank you to NetGalley, Catherine Cowles, and Dreamscape Media for the complimentary ALC of this book. All opinions are my own. I was not compensated for this review.

The way Catherine never misses! Literally did not see it coming! She always does this to me and I love it! Such a good book. First time reading about a true crime podcaster. Absolutely loved this book. Definitely a must read. Definitely loved the grumpy sunshine aspect of this book and the banter between Ridley and Colt. Tatter the cat was hilarious.

If you have not read a Catherine Cowles book, I do not know what you are waiting for!!! Go pick this book up!

4.25 stars

in this romantic suspense book we follow ridley and colt. 5 years prior, ridley tragically lost her twin sister and the culprit was never caught. as a result, ridley takes on cold cases in her true crime podcast in hopes of bringing more awareness. her podcast brings her to shady cove where she meets colt, the local sherriff. colt doesn’t want her sniffing around his town and bringing up bad memories of the past.

i enjoyed this one! the suspense part was my favorite and i loved watching everything unravel. i’ve never read a book where an mc is a podcast host which is cool!

ridley and colt def had their rough start but ended up being so good for each other and understanding each other, especially when it mattered most.

there’s also fun pets in this one!! especially love princess tater and her tooth hugs 🫶🫶

def pick this up if you’re looking for a good romantic suspense- or any catherine cowles book for that matter, she never misses!!!

Catherine has done it again!!! Another incredible romantic suspense where I am 100% convinced I know the suspect andddd I still get it wrong😆 The way she writes suspense is incredible as it keeps you guessing until the very end while changing your suspect many times! She is my go to author for romantic suspense but add in the true crime element of this one and it just made it even better!

Ridley runs a true crime podcast covering cold cases after her own loss of her twin sister who was never found. She goes from place to place in her van and her next stop is the small town of Shady Cove. For this case, the woman got away but the person responsible was never found. However, the sheriff in town, Colt is not pleased to have her in town looking around.

Small Town
Suspense
Sheriff MMC
True Crime Podcaster
Grumpy/Sunshine
Enemies to Lovers

AUDIO REVIEW:
WOW!!! What an incredible casting for this book that perfectly captures the demeanor and personalities of these characters while keeping you on the edge of your seat with their performance!!! It’s a dual narration by Sebastian York and Andi Arndt that completely elevates this mysterious and emotional story!!

Andi is one of my all time favorites for Catherine’s stories!!! In this book she makes you FEEL the suspense while brining out such intense emotion in her voice that was so stripped down and raw at times making you feel everything Ridley is going through! At the same time, the tone she uses captures the feeling of the suspense as it builds up which keeps you hooked right into the story!

Sebastian as a grumpy cop…perfection!!! This man also couldn’t have been better for this role! His deep, gruff tone showcased the grouchy demeanor of Colt and his fierce protectiveness of Emerson. Then as the story goes on and the relationship develops you can hear how his voice softens with Ridley as well. It just gave so much life to Colt and made him feel like a real character!

Overall, this is one I highly recommend listening to as it will give you an even more immerse experience of this story!!!

I love everything Catherine writes, and this was no exception!

The way that Catherine writes romantic suspense makes me so excited for every new release she has, and being a true crime junkie, this was the perfect premise for me.

We follow Ridley, a true crime podcaster with a traumatic event in her past, and the local Sheriff, Colt, work to investigate an unsolved abduction of a local resident who happens to be Colt's sister. Through their investigation, they get closer, but can they catch the unsub and can Colt keep Ridley save?

A great small town, romantic suspense to add to your TBR!

Thank you Catherine Cowles and Sourcebooks for the ARC in exchange for my review!

I LOVED this book! If you love listening to true crime podcasts and romance books, then you’ll LOVE this one!

I always love being introduced to new small towns written by Catherine Cowles as they always feel like home to me straight away even though I’ve never actually lived in a town like the ones she has created.

We’re introduced to Ridley who is a true crime podcaster visiting Shady Cove as she thinks this is where a serial killer had his first victim, however she meets Colt, the town sheriff who doesn’t want her sniffing around and bringing up the past again. Ridley is determined though so she doesn’t let Colt stop her and suddenly finds him helping her look into the case.

I loved the tension between Ridley and Colt and was obsessed with his nickname for her, Chaos. They both have a stake in the mystery they’re trying to solve and are broken by the thing they have a shared experience of which pushes them together and makes them more determined to get to the bottom of what is happening. Colt is super protective and commanding but it’s all from a place of love, while Ridley is such a free spirit who draws people in.

I loved the way their romance unfolded and couldn’t stop reading. This was such a good story of overcoming your trauma and grief and finding someone who loves you no matter what you’ve been through. It’s the perfect grumpy x sunshine romance filled with so much emotion.

And as always, Catherine continues to keep me guessing whenever I think I know who the bad guy is!

I really loved this book and the audiobook was amazing. I highly recommend.

Ridley’s twin disappeared when they were in college and she thinks she's figured things out. She's turned into a podcaster who has made it her mission to help other families who have a loved one at the center of a cold case. To get to the bottom of her sister's case, she finds herself in Shady Cove wanting to cover a cold case where the victim survived. Word gets around fast in a small town because Sheriff Colter Brooks isn't exactly welcoming Ridley in with open arms. Especially when his sister is the victim in this cold case.

This book was in a way quite different from the typical romances I read, even though I do pick up romantic suspense a bit. This book definitely has some suspense, but I think it was just the whole solving a crime, podcaster fmc, adorable animals, quirky small town, but still romcom vibes but a little mystery that made it so different. And different is good! One of my favorite parts was all the pets involved, especially Tater. I also loved all the small town people. They were all so loving, crazy and funny! I will definitely be on the lookout for book two!

Andi Arndt and Sebastian York are perfection as always. SebYo makes the best grumpy guys and Andi is always a favorite when it comes to the sunshine. Can't go wrong with these two.

Thank you to NetGalley and the author for an advanced copy of this audiobook. Opinions are my own.

✨ ARC Review✨

Rate: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Wow, I am shook. I devoured this book in one sitting, and let me tell you—I could NOT stop!! The suspense? It had me on the edge of my seat, heart pounding, glued to the pages like my life depended on it. And the romance? OH. MY. GOD. Perfection doesn’t even begin to cover it. I’m still reeling!

Ridley is a true crime podcaster on a mission to not only find her missing twin sister but also help other families get closure. Despite everything she’s been through, she remains a ray of sunshine, full of positivity and strength. She was such an inspiring character and quickly became one of my all-time favorites.

And then… Colt. The grumpy, brooding sheriff with a mile-wide protective instinct. At first, I was like, "Ugh, he’s such a jerk." But WOW, once he started opening up? I was completely hooked. His chemistry with Ridley? Explosive. Their enemies-to-lovers vibe had me grinning like a fool, and the banter between them? Chef’s kiss. I couldn’t get enough of them!

But hold up, I cannot forget Tater. YES, Ridley’s cat is a star in this book! She’s sassy, and hilarious, and literally had me laughing out loud with her tooth hugs and hilarious antics. I never thought a cat could steal my heart like Tater did, but here we are. She was the PERFECT addition to this already amazing book.

Now, let’s talk about that SUSPENSE. My jaw is STILL on the floor. I thought I had it all figured out—I did not. The villain? I literally did NOT see that coming. It was a twist so wild that I was left sitting there like, “Wait, WHAT?!” The whole investigation kept me on the edge of my seat, and I could not turn the pages fast enough to see what would happen next.

On top of all that, the emotional depth was just next level. We’re talking grief, trauma, and all the raw, real stuff that just hits you in the gut. And in the midst of it all, there’s this heartwarming, sometimes heartbreaking, but always beautiful romance that completely stole my heart.

“Haven’t you figured it out yet Chaos. You’ve had me breaking all the rules since the day I met you.”

This story follows Ridley, a cold case podcaster with a highly popular community that contributes through online forums. Now, Ridley is chasing leads on a case that hits very close to home, leading her to Shady Cove, where it all may have begun. Little did she know that her investigation would stir up the community—and catch the attention of the grumpy yet handsome local sheriff. Can she get to the bottom of this case?

I absolutely loved this one! As a true crime fan who often listens to podcasts, this was great. I felt for Ridley—she wants to make a difference while also seeking answers and closure for herself and others. She approached everything with good intentions and a fiery spirit, yet tread carefully. I especially enjoyed how she gave Colt a run for his money, helping him confront his feelings and manage his guilt. Loved Colt and Ridley together. I will say though this is the first time I managed to guess who was responsible.

The characters are fantastic, the scenic imagery is brilliant, and the story is easy to follow. The spice is just right, and I need a book on Emerson and Trey—they radiate chemistry as side characters. Also, I highly recommend the audiobook if you’re thinking of picking this up!

Genre/Type: Adult Romance 18+
APK: Kindle ARC / Audiobook ALC
Pages: 427
Audiobook Length: 10hrs 50mins
Narrators: Andi Arndt and Sebastian York - Dual
Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟.5
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Series or Stand Alone: Book One In The Shady Cove Series
Tropes or Themes: Small Town, Enemies To Lovers, Grumpy Sunshine, Forced Proximity, Slow Burn, Suspense, Mutual Agreement, Tension, Chemistry, Protective MMC, Who Did That To You, Taken Care Of, Medical Content, Alcohol, Violence, Sexual Content, Dirty Talk, Praise, Eyes On Me, Dining Table Scene and Water Scene
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