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Thank you for the ARC of Remember for my honest review.

This one was very intriguing to me just being a psychological thriller in general that is my favorite type of book. As someone who has memory issues due do a TBI I did enjoy this book. I did enjoy the mental illness part of this story because I feel like that is an important thing to put into books and shed some light on. I know what the mind does to protect us from my own trauma but having it on pages is really great for readers to see. This one is definitely a MUST read. The main character Portia is a GREAT character. LOVED this read!

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I just finished Remember by Patricia Shanae Smith, and I’m still processing everything—it was such an emotional rollercoaster. The story follows Portia, a young woman grappling with the devastating loss of her mother and sister, compounded by her struggle with severe social anxiety. Her life becomes a blur of isolation and coping mechanisms until Ethan, a new neighbor, enters her world and challenges her perceptions. As Portia confronts a traumatic past she can’t fully remember, the narrative unfolds with unexpected twists that kept me guessing until the very end.

This book delves deep into themes of memory, trauma, and the complexities of mental health. It’s not just a psychological thriller; it’s a poignant exploration of healing and self-discovery.

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Great read, Portia is an interesting character to get to know. Suspense and more. Loved it! This was a fast read for me and I recommend it.

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i really enjoyed this story. it was really really well told. the subject matter was handled with such brilliant detail and it felt "known". it felt professional and personal at the same time with the way it handled the very real issues of mental illness. and if anyone or someone they know suffers from mental illness and panic disorders especially then this will feel really well handled which sadly is definitely not always the case. in fact more often that not its not handled well.
this book tells so much into what the mind does to protect us. and what the mind does when its poorly. when the two go together it must be so very difficult. and who do you trust. or who should you trust. add to that our character then loses two people she loves, it can all come crashing down. but then what happens when years pass which you dont properly remember. and you have to piece it all together because somehow you are in custody with blood on your hands.
this book was a brilliant psychological thriller. it has twists,turns and surprises along the way which i didnt see coming. this book was both a great depiction of the heartbreak of those who suffer with mental illness and a great story.

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An excellent read for any and all readers! Author comes at you with both barrels and knocks you out of your shoes! Great job fleshing out all the characters. I give this book FIVE stars! Definitely recommend!

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This is an incredible book I couldn't put it down. The story line is full of tension and suspense, the characters are well developed I was so intrigued by Portia, she is a fantastic character. I read it in one very intense sitting

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What a read.

This is an intense and complex thriller and Portia is an amazing character.

Portias mother and sister were killed in a car accident... but why is Portia filled with angst and guilt.

Her demons come back to haunt her and as she unravels the story gets more intriguing.

It is superbly written and is a story well told.

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Loved this book so much! Top book I've read this year hands down. Thank you for letting me read this in advance!

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