I really enjoyed this book!! It held my interest and I did not want to put the book down. I have read Crowe's other books and I am a big fan of his character development and how he tells the story. I enjoyed the dual time lines and twists in this particular story. Ariana and Daniel are both troubled individuals, but Crowe does a great job of still making them likeable in this story. Without giving away any spoilers, the layers to Daniel's character and issues are very well done. I had some mixed opinions on the ending which left me with a 4.5 star review for this book.

Thank you to NetGallery and Inkubator books for allowing me to be an ARC reader of this book. I will definitely continue to recommend this book.

Thank you so much to Inkubator books and Caleb Crowe for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Wow!! Just wow! This book had everything I love in a psychological thriller! The story alternates between the past and present, and the author's way of transitioning between chapters/timelines is very clever, it did not go unnoticed. I love books that I can't stop thinking about when I'm not actively reading and this was one of those. The twists and suspense are evenly paced and although I figured out fairly early on what was going to happen I was still heavily invested in the story and eager to continue reading it. The twists don't disappoint. This was my first read by Caleb Crowe and definitely will not be my last.

This is a slow burn thriller. The main plot was fairly predictable, though there were a few unexpected minor twists along the way.

The writing was excellent - I considered adding an extra star just for that. I loved the clever transitions between the dual timelines.

Thanks NetGalley and Inkubator Books for the opportunity to read this.

Never Let You Go by Caleb Crowe
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This is a fantastic psychological thriller! The story is very intense and suspenseful! I was completely sucked in and surprised throughout the entire read! It’s such an entertaining and emotional roller coaster of a story.
This book has dual timelines from 10 years prior, with Ariana & Daniel as teens, to current day, Ariana & Daniel as adults. It builds up the storyline perfectly!

This is my first book from this author and he’s going to be a definite must read for me!
Thank you to NetGalley for an arc of this amazing and exciting story!!
*It comes out January 26th and is a must read!!*

This was an intriguing slow burn thriller read. The dual timeline structure was original, if a little repetitive towards the end. The art forgery subplot was engaging, and although the ending was fairly predictable, I enjoyed the book and the philosophical musings in the epilogue. Very well written with a lot of depth and great character development. 4.5 starts rounded up.

Caleb Crowe’s Never Let You Go is an elegantly crafted psychological thriller that grips you from the first sentence to the last. The unique structure—starting each chapter with the previous chapter’s final words—creates a seamless, hypnotic flow that heightens the suspense and pulls you deeper into the story.

Ariana and Daniel’s bond is equal parts poignant and unsettling, and Crowe expertly unravels their shared past while building tension toward a chilling and unforgettable conclusion. The writing is sharp and atmospheric, with twists that kept me guessing until the final page.

For fans of dark, emotionally charged thrillers, Never Let You Go is an absolute must-read. A brilliant exploration of obsession, trauma, and the inescapable pull of the past!

This book takes you for a wild ride… I was not expecting to enjoy it as much as I did or be as shocked by the twists and turns — but it really did have me on the edge of my seat!

Well worth the 4 star review and a recommendation to any thriller lover!

Caleb has done it again!

Never Let You Go was wonderful.
I loved the slow character building and backgrounds at the beginning and then the suspense builds and builds.
About half way through the book I simply could not put the book down!

Caleb Crowe's latest book is a breathtaking journey through connections, past and present, and the scar...both internal and external...that bind two people together. With its mind-bending exploration of multiple universes and the metaphor of "balloons" representing our realities, the book poses the haunting question: *What happens if you stop feeding that balloon air?*

From start to finish, this novel captivates with its depth and brilliance. Crowe masterfully delves into the human psyche, crafting characters so layered and complex that readers are constantly left guessing what is real and what isn't. The twists—both subtle and seismic—are expertly woven, ensuring every reveal lands with impact.

Adding to the novel's charm is its clever chapter structure, which offers an inventive layer of engagement. Small moments of humor punctuate the dark and satisfying narrative, making this book a multifaceted experience. It’s simultaneously a love story, a horror story, and a gripping mystery that lingers long after the final page.

As a longtime fan of Caleb Crowe, I’m blown away by the growth he demonstrates in this work. This novel not only solidifies his talent but leaves me eagerly anticipating what’s next. A must-read for fans of thoughtful, genre-defying fiction.

This book had me in a chokehold and I couldn’t put it down. It follows Ariana, a 17 year old who grew up in the system. She runs away from her foster family and lands a job as an au pair for a family with two kids, Poppy and Daniel.

At first, it seems like she finally caught a break. She doesn’t have to stress about where she’s going to live or how she’s going to get her next meal. But the longer she stays with the family, the more she realizes they have some serious issues. Weird things start happening and she forms a bond with Daniel. He’s smart but also very sensitive, and Ariana steps into the role of being his protector.

Then there’s a massive fire that burns the house down. Everyone dies except Daniel and Ariana. After that, they lose touch and reconnect 10 years later and again things begin to happen.

The story is told through dual timelines going between “then” and “now.” The author did an amazing job weaving the two together. It never felt confusing and I knew exactly what time line was being talked about.

The ending? Absolutely wild and I didn’t see that twist coming. This is the second book I’ve read by this author, and honestly, he’s become one of my faves. I love his writing style. It’s clear, engaging and immediately hooks you in.

If you get a chance to read this book....do it....so it now! Wow just WOW! As I'm reading I'm like ok I know where this is going. Well I may have had some of it figured out but the ending! Well done, the twists and the epilogue..chefs kiss! I'm gonna quote a lil passage here: past and their present, connecting, crossing over or their past and future. Anything is possible. Everything is possible....basically when two universes collide. Which, this was how cohesive Caleb's writing was bookending most of the chapters together by making the past and present collide!. Which is taking the last line of the last chapter and making it the first line in the next chapter. How brilliant is Caleb that he did that in the majority of the chapters. Well done! Bump bump....

I received an ARC copy of Never Let You Go from Inkubator Books, NetGalley and British author Caleb Crowe.

This story follows Tracey Jones (AKA Ariana Simpson) a teen placed into the foster system. She runs away and becomes an au pair for a family with two children, Poppy and Daniel.

As an adult, Ariana marries an art gallery owner that soon dies tragically. She struggles to keep his gallery dream when Daniel appears back into her adult life.

This psychological thriller kept me up late and anxious from beginning to end.

Slang and terms consistent with the London setting. Trauma, lies, tragedy and a monster that is inescapable. It was a fantastic ARC read to start 2025! It is a must read this year!

Awesome book!! Great author! Will be looking for more!!!!!!!!!!! Excellent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Psychological thriller and a slow suspenseful burn that's located in the UK.
The mystery was easily figured throughout. A great read for stalker obsessed vibes.
I’m unsure how I feel about the ending, I’m guessing
the Author lets you decide how you wished it to end.

Be careful what you wish for.

Ariana has had a rough childhood, now months away from being 18 she is desperately trying to free herself from the care system and runs away from her current foster family. She takes a job as an au pair of two children, one being a 12-year-old boy named Daniel. The two develop a friendship until they are driven apart by tragedy. Fast forward 10 years and they connect again after another tragedy rocks Ariana's world.

This book was a fast-paced read with dual timelines. The transitions back and forth are smooth. It kept my attention even though I pretty much figured out it all pretty early on, a part of me was hoping there would be something more so I kept reading. It had more of a suspenseful vibe than a "thriller" vibe to me. I did get a little irked with the different spellings of certain words, but had to remind myself it was written with British English spellings and not American English but it did bug me. So if this is something that bugs you too just be aware. It would be a good book for late teens/young adults.

Thank you to NetGalley, Inkubator Books, and of course, Caleb Crowe for the opportunity to read and review this book before its release on January 26, 2025. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Ariana, a girl trying to escape the foster care system finds a temporary job as a nanny for a wealthy and seemingly perfect family. She quickly builds a strong bond with the family’s 12 year old misfit son, Daniel, but they are driven apart by a devastating fire.

Ten years later Ariana is reeling from the shocking death of her husband and the stress of trying to save his failing business and Daniel reappears. What at first seems like a blessing quickly spirals into a dark web of twists, lies, and obsession.
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Never Let You Go is a masterfully written dark and twisty thriller. This story was so addictive, I literally devoured this book in almost one sitting. I especially enjoyed the transitions between timelines slowly revealing dark secrets and building Ariana’s story.

I have said it before, but I always appreciate when an author can write a dark suspenseful story without graphic scenes and triggers. Caleb Crowe did this expertly!

Never Let You go is a must-read for all thriller lovers!

Excellent read. Definitely kept me invested all the way through. However I did guess the main twist pretty early on but many others caught me off gaurd! Great great read!

A brilliant thriller that kept me wanting to keep on reading, I'm so looking forward to reading more books by this author, I found the ending it be a little bit odd!!

Big thanks to NetGalley, author Caleb Crowe and Inkubator books for the ARC and opportunity to review this book.

I believe this is my first by this author as I have seen him recommended in a psychological book lovers group on Facebook. I will absolutely be looking into other books he has written as I felt this one was well done.

I would have given 5 stars but that ending 😡 I don’t want to give away spoilers but I am not a fan on unanswered questions even though the ending was exactly the way it should be given the rest of the book.

The author did a great job in Daniel’s character and the way he portrayed his personality disorder. I feel Ariana’s character lacked a little and maybe could have had just a little more street cred given she had been through hell in the foster care system.

I loved the plot, the author did an amazing job in capturing the readers attention and keeping it through all of Daniel’s escapades. Well done!

4⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Inkubator Books for providing me with an early advanced digital copy!!

Caleb Crowe's "Never Let You Go" is a gripping psychological thriller delving into themes of obsession and the lingering influence of past events.
Featuring a dual timeline and morally intricate characters, the novel captivates readers by gradually unraveling its central mystery.

Crowe masterfully crafts an eerie and captivating atmosphere that grips readers from the start. His skill in delving into the intricacies of morally ambiguous characters is impressive. The protagonist's fixation, the antagonist's mysterious aura, and even the minor characters are richly developed, leaving me eager to keep turning the pages! I appreciated the way it fully immersed the reader in the stalker-like qualities and obsession of the characters and plot. The author's willingness to delve into more sinister themes was a bold choice that I found quite invigorating.