When Nicole's daughter goes missing one day, she never ever expected it to link back to her past. How has she been found out?

This dual timeline music centred story was narrated so well on audio and had so many twists that I couldn't help listening to it in one sitting. It was so hard to put down and that ending, whoa. This was another winner for Sandie Jones. If you like thrillers with lots of secrets and lies, you'll enjoy this one.

I really loved the sound of this one- the 1980s, a band and secrets from the past and dual timelines- what could be better? Overall I enjoyed this book. Written through multiple POVs, it did a great job of capturing the angst and pain of adolescence. I did find myself more drawn to the past storyline and kind of wished the book had just stayed there. Still, this was a solid thriller with interesting twists and turns.

The audiobook was very well done. The narrator, Imogen Wilde did a good job of capturing the nuance and voice of all the various characters- both their younger and older selves. That can be a tricky feat and Wilder excelled at it. Honestly, I have been struggling a little bit with books lately and this audiobook is what got me through. Thank you to @macmillan.audio and @netgalley for this audio arc.

Sandie Jones delivers an engaging dual-timeline mystery that keeps you hooked from start to finish. I Would Die For You follows Nicole as her quiet life is upended by the sudden disappearance of her daughter, forcing her to confront a past tied to the rise and fall of a legendary 1980s British band. The alternating timelines create steady intrigue, and while some twists are more predictable than others, the emotional stakes and well-developed characters make this a compelling read.

Thank you Sandie Jones, Macmillan Audio, and Netgalley for the advanced copy!

Thank you for an advance copy of this book..I have read Sandie Jones books before but this one seemed different from her others, and unfortunately not in the best way. The plot was convoluted and somewhat confusing,...the characters were completely unlikeable, which made me not interested in what happens. I did enjoy the narration and I did stick with this book, but it didn't have the payoff at the end I hoped for. This was just ok for me.

"I Would Die For You" begins with Nicole Feiney being questioned about her past interactions with a rock band in the 1980s. Soon after, she discovers that her daughter has been taken from school by a so-called aunt—who doesn’t actually exist. Although her daughter is quickly returned, the real mystery is just beginning, as echoes from Nicole’s past start to haunt her present.

The narrative shifts between Nicole’s present in California and her past in London, gradually revealing that something terrible happened—and that Nicole may be one of the few people who knows the truth.

As the mystery unfolds, the story takes some far-fetched turns, making certain plot points feel a bit eye-roll-inducing. Additionally, the pacing between the two timelines feels uneven, which disrupts the flow of the novel.

Overall, I’d call it a "fine" mystery—engaging enough but not one I’d rave about. However, the audiobook narrator does an excellent job bringing the story to life, giving the audio version an edge over the digital format.

Book: I Would Die For You
Author: Sandie Jones
Format: Audiobook
Genre: Mystery
Places Featured: California, United States and London, England
Review Score: ⭐️⭐️⭐️

I Would Die for You is told between two timelines. I personally usually hate when things are told between two timelines because I get confused, but in this case it worked well and helped with the development of the story. I could not stop listening to this one. The narrator sucked me in and I was hooked. It took no time to finish and I felt like for the most part everything came together quite nicely. I did however feel that the ending was abrupt. Thank you NetGalley, Sandie Jones, and Macmillan Audio for the ARC!

4 stars
I enjoyed reading the ARC of this title and also enjoyed the audio. As with the ARC, my only issue was that the ending of the story seemed abrupt leaving some questions unanswered. Perhaps that was intentional, but it leaves me frustrated as a reader. Thank you to MacMillan Audio for the opportunity to listen to this audio in return for an honest review.

Secrets. Lies. A decades-old mystery that Nicole thought she left on another continent, in another century. Will her past come back to haunt her and threaten her current life, which she's carefully cultivated and kept separate?
The years of lies and delusions eventually unravel in a convoluted spiral of half-truths.

I was intrigued to find out that the idea for this book was inspired by the author's time as a *dedicated fan* (groupie?) of the real-life band Duran Duran.

I listened to the audiobook narrated by Imogen Wilde. She did a great job distinguishing the characters and bringing the story to life. I would highly recommend the audio version of this story, and I will seek out other books narrated by Imogen Wilde in the future. Her voice is pleasant and easy to listen to, while keeping my attention.

I recommend this book for readers who enjoy twisty thrillers, complicated family dramas, and behind-the-scenes stories about bands.

Thank you to Macmillan Audio for the Advanced Listener's Copy provided through #NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

I listened to the audio version of this book and I must admit it took me longer than usual to become attached to the character. About a quarter of the way through listening I felt I had a good grasp of the characters and plot and was fully absorbed by the drama. This is definitely a great little thriller without being overly graphic like many others in the genre.

This was my first Sandie Jones novel and, while it was entertaining, I also found it a bit over the top.
Somehow two sisters find themselves entangled with the same pop superstar. Despite the fact that the band is "the next Beatles" and have a wide enough fan base to stop traffic, have basically no security and Cassie is able to get right up next to them and into several secret parties with no problems. Also, her best friend later becomes pregnant with a popstar's baby and has a secret recording that could make her a lot of money, but never tells the media this despite the fact that she could make a ton of money that she needed?
I think the novel would have worked better had the male been just some random guy that Cassie had fixated on: grocery store cashier would have been perfect and easy. The game aspect of this blows everything into wild proportions that are fairly unbelievable. Great narration and a wild ride, just hold your disbelief.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author Sandie Jones, and Macmillan audio for my advance copy of this audiobook.

Nicole Forbes is living a quiet life in 2011 when two things happen in the same day: a journalist shows up at her door asking about the downfall of a famous British band, and her daughter vanishes — allegedly picked up by an aunt who doesn’t exist. The mystery seems to point back to Nicole’s own sister, Cassie, whose obsessive crush on the band’s frontman, Ben Edwards, once altered the course of their lives forever.

The dual timeline structure works well, with the 1986 storyline offering a compelling look at the frenzied world of fandom and a sister’s single-minded fixation on a pop star. Cassie’s unpredictable behavior keeps things interesting, and the eventual reveal of what went down between her, Ben, and Nicole is satisfying — though not without some confusion-inducing plot holes.

The present-day mystery, on the other hand, leans too heavily on withheld information and convoluted twists. As a first-person narrator, Nicole keeps too much from the reader, making the mystery feel more like an artificial puzzle than an organic unraveling. Add in a frustratingly distrustful marriage, some repetitive writing, and a resolution bogged down by shuffled identities, and the modern-day storyline feels like a missed opportunity. Frankly, the 1986 plot could have stood on its own.

The audiobook’s single narrator delivers a solid performance, though it feels like an odd choice given the book’s shift between first- and third-person narration. Still, Imogen Wilde's delivery is smooth, making for an easy listening experience.

Readers drawn to the nostalgia of a fictionalized 80s pop band will likely enjoy I Would Die for You, but overall, this one falls into "airport book" territory — fine for passing the time, but not particularly memorable.

Thank you NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for this ALC.

Imogen Wilde is a great performer. She had me sticking around to the end.

I still have so many questions about this story that were not answered by the end.

This book bounces back and forth from present time in California back to the late eighties in London. The book starts off with what seems to be a kidnapping and then bounces back and forth describing Nicole's life in California and her life in London. It also explores the dynamics of her relationship with her sister and a turning point moment in their lives that involves rock stars. I do enjoy novels with multiple timelines and stories being explained from different characters perspectives. The narrator did a great job bringing the characters to life and the twists and turns were entertaining but this was not my favorite Sandie Jones book. Some of the twists seemed a little far fetched and at times I had a hard time following along.

Release: March 25, 2025
-Sandie Jones
Publisher: Macmillin audio

Rating: 3.75 ★ 

Review:
"I Would Die for You" by Sandie Jones is a gripping psychological thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. Jones, known for her twist-filled narratives, once again delivers a captivating story with plenty of suspense and unexpected turns.
Jones effectively builds tension and uncertainty throughout the book, making it hard to predict where the story will go next.
The character development is one of the novel's strengths.
The pacing is fast, with each chapter leaving readers wanting more. However, the book occasionally falls into some well-trodden tropes of the genre, such as overly dramatic scenes and moments that feel somewhat predictable. Still, Sandie Jones excels in creating a tense atmosphere that keeps you turning the pages.
Overall, "I Would Die for You" is an enjoyable, fast-paced read for fans of psychological thrillers, filled with intrigue, manipulation, and twists that will keep you hooked until the very end.

Summary:
Nicole Forbes has built a quiet life in a small California coastal town with her husband and daughter, far removed from her past. But when a writer unexpectedly appears at her door, eager for her take on the downfall of a legendary British band from the 1980s, she’s forced to face memories she thought were long buried. That same day, her daughter disappears—her school insists her aunt picked her up, but Nicole doesn’t have a sister. Convinced the two events are connected, she must confront painful truths to protect the life she’s worked so hard to create.
Flashback to 1986, where sixteen-year-old Cassie is infatuated with London’s hottest band, Secret Oktober, and especially its lead singer, Ben Edwards. Determined to capture his attention at the band’s infamous backstage parties, she’ll do whatever it takes. But everything changes when Ben becomes captivated by Nicole, Cassie’s older sister, after hearing her sing at a local bar. His fascination sets off a devastating chain of events that threatens to destroy their family.
Sandie Jones’ gripping novel delves into the dark side of fame and obsession, weaving a suspenseful and shocking tale.

Favorite Quote:
"I would die for you.. but would you do the same for me?"

Mystery/ thriller. This had a very disjointed feel to it. Dual time line, multiple POV. Situations were far fetched, didn’t really like most of the characters. 3 stars.

I absolutely loved the narrator’s voice in this one—listening on 2.0 speed was perfect, and she made the experience so easy and enjoyable. Her tone added a nice touch to the story, and she was a pleasure to listen to throughout.

The dual timelines—set in 2011 and 1986—added an interesting structure, though I did find myself questioning some of the era-specific details. The story had intriguing moments, but it didn’t fully hook me, and I didn’t feel that constant pull to find out what would happen next. The characters were a bit of a mixed bag for me; while Cassie started off as an intriguing character, her development took a turn that didn’t quite resonate.

The ending also left me a little surprised—it wrapped up more abruptly than I expected, and I found myself wondering if I had missed something. That said, it’s always fun to try something new, and I know plenty of readers enjoy unexpected twists and unconventional endings.

Overall, while this one wasn’t a standout for me story-wise, the narration was excellent, and I can see it appealing to those who enjoy layered timelines and complex character dynamics.

I have seen some mixed reviews for this one, but I’m here to admit that I enjoyed it. It summoned memories of NKOTB and other bands from the 90s!

While others have mentioned wanting more from Nicole’s relationship with her husband, Brad, that is not really vital to the story, and therefore, it didn’t bother me. In fact, I was more engaged with the 1980s storyline and the mystery of what happened to the band, so I only cared about the present day to see how everything played out.

I will admit that repetition of the song lyrics got a little annoying and the ending felt rushed. And, speaking of that ending, well – I am not sure if I loved it or hated it! Hated it, I think! I wanted more but read it and tell me what you think!

In true Sandie Jones fashion, one character is not quite how she appears, and I appreciated when that came to light. I also liked the pace of it. It kept me engaged and I needed to find out how it all came together. That’s why I am rounding up my 3.5 stars to 4 for its entertainment and engaging mystery. While it may have lacked the character depth of other mysteries, it was a twisty ride that kept me intrigued from start to finish.

I had both the eARC and ALC (thank you to @netgalley and @macmillanaudio) so I could experience this one as an immersive read. I thought the audio version, narrated by Imogen Wilde, was very well done!

I Would Die for You by Sandie Jones was a bit suspenseful with some parts keeping me on the edge of my seat. A suspense/thriller involving an 80’s band sounded like fun. Narration was great but it was a bit difficult to follow the duo timelines at times. It really hopped around that I found it confusing at times and losing track of who the characters are and how they fit in the story. I’ve enjoyed many books by this author so I was a little bummed this one missed the mark. I may give it another try and read the book myself. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley.

I Would Die for You has all the makings of a gripping thriller—rock star drama, buried secrets, and a decades-old mystery—but ultimately, it’s a mixed bag. The dual timelines between 1980s London and present-day California add intrigue, but the transitions can be jarring and difficult to follow. While the premise is compelling, the pacing drags at times, and the characters don’t feel as fully developed as they could be. Imogen Wilde’s narration is solid, but even her performance can’t fully smooth out the confusion. It’s an okay read with moments of suspense, but not the strongest from Sandie Jones.

I’ve loved Sandie Jones and everything she’s done and this tops the list. The way the narrators go between 30 years and different perspectives is just perfect. It’s important to know that the book goes back and fourth in time and through different perspectives because that through me off at first. But I loved this book all the way through.