Kelly has three days to kill a patient. If she fails, her daughter Lauren will die…

This had such an intriguing synopsis I just had to read it, and I was definitely not disappointed! This book was packed with great character development, a solid story line, plenty of twists and turns (even a couple I didn't see coming!) and just the right amount of terror in this psychological thriller! This book kept me perched on the edge of my seat until the very last page!

Dr Kelly lives on a remote Scottish island with her daughter Lauren, moving there after an event that tore her family apart.
Lauren is due off the island to attend an interview when Kelly receives a call from Lauren's phone, 3 days to kill a patient or your daughter dies.

Switching between multiple timelines, present and past, where we delve into why they ended up on the island and whether or not this is linked.
The narrator did a good job with this story, and it was twisty enough to keep me guessing.

Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

A big thanks to Bookouture Audio for the opportunity to listen to and review this audio book.

The storyline was ok, a standard psychologic thriller, a bit predictable, and a quick read.

However I disliked the audio version as I really didn't like the voice of the narrator who I found to be very slow and had a patronising tone, which just annoyed me. Eilidh Beaton reallllllllly hung on to some of her words, which put me of the book. I sped the audio up to 1..25 speed to make it more bearable and found this speed a better pace. With a different narrator I would have enjoyed it more.

2.5 stars for the book, but brought down to 2 for narration

This one sounded right up my street but I found it a slow burn that really only got going for the last 1/4 of the listen. The storyline was a little out there for the setting. I didn’t really find it believable when it came to the main characters actions. I found the main character and the narrator irritating and both together didn’t really change my mind. This one just wasn’t my cup of tea.

2.5/5 🌟🌟/🌟

Thanks to Netgalley and Bookouture Audio for the opportunity to read and review #FamilyDoctor

I received an early release of this book in exchange for my review. This story had a twisted plot line that kept readers engaged. Although it didn’t leave a lasting impression on my favorite books of the year, it was definitely worth reading for fans of the genre.

This book actually made me mad. It started off full force with the “event” taking place right at the beginning. Then it trailed off into all kinds of stuff that was relevant but not really important. Some could have been shortened or so.
It then went on to things that happened years ago leading up to the “event”. So went back and forth a few times. What happened in the past was pretty predictable. I figured out where it was going pretty quickly.
The ending was a surprise.
That was enjoyable and I wasn’t expecting it.

Overall good quick read.

Thank you NetGalley for the copy.

Huge thank you to Bookouture for the ARC!

I thought this one was easy enough to read/ listen to, but I was as captivated as I was by J's previous work, HOMEWRECKER!

I still think it was fun and a lot of people will enjoy it!

I can't wait for whatever J M Dalgiesh puts out next!

It's out now!

This is a twisty, cat and mouse thriller from J M Dalgliesh, expertly narrated by the talented (and beautifully accented), Eilidh Beaton.

I loved the setting of this novel - on a rural Scottish Hebridean Island. We soon learn that Dr Kelly has moved there with her 19 year old daughter, Lauren, sometime in the past 2 years. The story starts with Lauren leaving the island for an open day at a mainland university. All is well until Dr Kelly receives a phone call advising that if she wants to see her daughter alive again she must kill one of her patients!! The turmoil Kelly experiences is portrayed so well - I really did feel that I was living this!!

As the novel progresses we are introduced to all the main players in Kelly's life including estranged husband, Niall, and a number of her most prominent patients as Kelly ponders big questions such as who deserves to die. As the book reaches its climax the 'cat and mouse' element is played out quite spectacularly. My absolutely favourite element of the book however, was, without a doubt, the final deliciously dark plot twist executed to perfection through Eilidh Beaton's narration!

My thanks to NetGalley, author and publisher for the opportunity to review this book in exchange for an advance copy.

I was not a fan of this audiobook. I found the pacing very slow and repetitive. I did like the premise of the book--a doctor on a remote island has three days to kill one of her patients to save her daughter--but the main character was unlikable to me. I enjoyed the past/present style of the book. I will absolutely give this author another listen as I think his style is excellent.

This book took a little to get into initially as at times it seemed a little farfetched but then I was hooked and eager to hear the end. It kept me guessing right until the last twist and turn.

The plot delves into the intricacies of the medical profession, examining how Dr. Kelly's decisions, both professional and personal, blur the lines between right and wrong. The story is propelled by a sense of mounting dread as Kelly is forced to confront the darkness within her own life and that of her patients. The tension escalates as she uncovers secrets that make her question not only her role as a doctor but also her own identity and relationships.

Firstly I would like to say thank you for the opportunity to listen to this book. I was completely hooked from the start!

Really really enjoyed the characters and storyline and how everything all comes together. The narrator for this book is one of my favourites and really made the book come alive. Do have to say I loved the ending and how everything tied nicely together.

I'm sorry to say that The Family Doctor was not a good fit for me. I listened to the audio version and it took a very long time to take off. The narrator added no drama, no tension, no fear to her reading and the author spent so long getting to the nub of the matter I sometimes almost forgot that Dr Kelly had been charged with killing one of her patients in order to secure the life of her own daughter, in fact I'd go as far as to suggest that the doctor also seemed to have forgotten!
The dual timeline worked well but I didn't understand why there was an enquiry into the doctor's handling of the situation two years previously, given that both girls were dying, she saved one but time ran out for the second. Why didn't her husband or one of the other guests perform cpr?
Once it got going my interest was piqued and the language and imagery painted a realistic picture in the finale where a final twist caught me completely unaware.

Family Doctor by J M Dalgliesh and narrated by Eilidh Beaton is the first book I have read by this author and Wow this book was Excellent fast paced psychological thriller that will have you gripped from the beginning till the very end and I loved it, especially as it was dark and had lots of twists and turns throughout with a few dubious characters which worked will in the story. The setting of this book was excellent on a remote island off the coast of Scotland,

J.M. Dalgliesh had me on the edge of my seat and I did not want to turn my audiobook off. I am looking forward reading more book by this author.

The Narrator Eilidh Beaton was superb.

I highly recommend this audiobook/book. I loved it.

Big Thank you to NetGalley and especially Bookouture and Bookouture audiobook for my ARC.

Working as the only doctor on a remote Scottish isle brings an unexpected sense of peace to a woman with a troubled past, who has fled her previous life in the metropolis.

Dealing with a cast of quirky characters, she feels well settled in the practice, coddled by the support staff at the clinic. Until suddenly, terrifyingly, her only daughter goes missing - and she is forced to face the possibility that the actions of her past have come back to haunt her...

This thriller may appeal to most readers but I found the ending in particular, fairly predictable. The plot was clever enough, the writing not particularly memorable. This one was perhaps not for me.

📚 Review: The Family Doctor 👩🏻‍⚕️
This book was another hit by J.M. Dalgliesh. This is the second book I’ve read by him (the first being Home Wrecker) and this is the second book that I’ve loved.
Meet Doctor Kelly, her daughter Lauren has just been kidnapped. Doctor Kelly has three days to follow three rules or her daughter dies.
Rule 1: She must kill one of her patients.
Rule 2: She must not tell a soul.
Rule 3: She must not get caught.
If she fails at any of these things, Lauren dies.
This book was so good. With time being of the essence, it made for such a tense read. Kelly must choose which of her patients she’s going to kill. The kidnapper is in contact with her, taunting her the entire time. It’s a fast paced, crazy ride with twist upon twists, even down to the last sentence. 😱 I recommend this to any thriller lover. This was ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫/5 stars for me!

I’d like to thank @bookouture for the gift copy in exchange for an honest review. And @netgalley for also approving me for this as well.
Have a you read anything by this author? I just recently was introduced to his books and so far, he’s great.
This book is out NOW. So it’s available for purchase. Grab your copy today!

I listened to the audiobook version of this book, it’s a fast paced thriller that I couldn’t stop listening to!
With a surprising ending I personally didn’t guess!
Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture Audio for letting me review this book in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you Netgalley, bookouture audio and J M Dalgleish for the eArc of Family Doctor.
Narrated by Eilidh Beaton

This is a medium paced domestic thriller and I couldn't put it down. We follow our Mc, who is a doctor on a remote Island in Scotland. Doctor Howletts daughter goes missing and she has to kill one of her patients or her daughter dies.

This got straight into the plot and quickly unfolded with a good balance of character building and plot direction. Even though it all happens within a small village on a remote island, you get how remote this place is. There are some good reveals and some twists before the finale so this was a great page turner for me.

Eilidh Beaton narrated this book and suited this book well.

4 stars

I had high hopes for this story, described as a fast-paced thriller. It started strong, drawing me in as I analyzed each character, trying to determine who might have kidnapped the daughter. However, the momentum faltered midway, as the story slowed down, dragged, and struggled to hold my attention. I found it hard to connect with Kelly or Niall, as both characters had significant flaws. That said, the ending delivered some thrilling twists. While I wasn’t surprised by who was behind it all, the motive did catch me off guard.

Thank you NetGalley, Bookouture, and Bookouture Audio for the opportunity to read and listen to this ARC.

I listened to this on audiobook and I enjoyed it.
It was a different type of story, but I guessed quite early on who would be responsible - it didn't ruin it.
Quite a lot of death, with affairs, Lies and drugs!
I liked the narrator and thought she was right for the story.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.