Blindspot

Wow! Fantastic read! This book had a great who done it that I had kind of figured out but of course couldn't figure out the why?! It was a great almost legal thriller as the main character was a district attorney! Lots of double crossing, murder, mystery, back stabbing, and some great twists and turns! Like I said a fantastic who done it! The storyline was very interesting and kept me glued to my kindle! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this one! I highly recommend reading this book as it was well worth reading! Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!

Blindspot

Rachel Matthews is an attorney with a teenage daughter. As a single parent, Charley can be a handful, and it is hard on Rachel because she does not get to spend as much time as she wants and her job is demanding.

Rachel starts getting messages and flowers from an unknown person. The messages are threatening and demand money to keep her daughter safe. She teams up with her investigator friend to solve the mystery. Does one of her past clients have a grudge with her?

Rachel is at the scene of a murder and she is friends with his wife. Is there a connection? Can she find out who the threats are coming from?

This novel is gripping with twist that completely stumped me!

I absolutely devoured this book. I was a little partial as I am from the local area that this book is based. Points because Wisconsin is never the topic of conversation or a book plot.

Rachel Matthews, our MC is being stalked. She is a well known and respected prosecutor trying to make a living and raise her daughter. She reconnects with an old high school friend, Max to help investigate, former cop, gone PI. When one of the characters winds up dead, Rachel knows she is screwed. I will say I was pretty sure I had it right, but wasn’t sure why. I was right 😁

"Blind Spot" by Maggie Smith is a heart-pounding thriller that kept mes on the edge of my seat from start to finish. Rachel Matthews, a determined prosecutor, finds herself entangled in a sinister game orchestrated by a sadistic stalker. As the stakes rise and the threats become increasingly personal, Rachel must navigate through a maze of danger to protect her family, her career, and her freedom. You feel her worry and concern as she navigates each page you read.

The skillful storytelling is evident throughout the novel, as it expertly weaves together suspense, mystery, and emotion. The protagonist, Rachel, is a compelling character whose strength and vulnerability make her easy to root for. As she races against time to uncover the truth, readers are drawn deeper into a web of deception and betrayal.

The plot twists and turns with each chapter, kept me guessing until the very end. Just when I thought I had it all figured out, Smith throws another curveball that left me reeling. and saying to myself, Nope I didn't guess that. The pacing is relentless, ensuring that there is never a dull moment in this gripping tale.

While "Blind Spot" is undoubtedly a page-turner, it also delves into deeper themes such as revenge, resilience, and the lengths we will go to protect the ones we love. Smith's exploration of these themes adds depth to the story, making it more than just a standard thriller.

Overall, "Blind Spot" is a captivating read that will satisfy fans of suspenseful thrillers. With its complex characters, intricate plot, and unexpected twists, it's a book that will keep you guessing until the very end. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a thrilling ride from beginning to end.

Thank you Puzzle Box Press and Maggie Smith for the gifted copy!

I really enjoyed this book! It had excellent pacing so I never wanted to put it down, and there were so many twists and turns I didn't see coming. First and foremost though the premise was just so interesting - I won't say too much as the synopsis of the book doesn't give away what's so interesting to me about it.

I also love that this book takes place in the Midwest as a Midwest girlie myself. I was also lucky enough to receive a promo package for this book and I can't wait to show off the goodies I got.

Suffice to say I loved this book and will definitely be reading whatever Maggie Smith writes next!

Pub date: May 21

What a fantastic cast of characters - are any of them what they seem? Most of them are pretty hard to like, but I think that makes them more credible as players in this twisty drama. When things start coming together in this mystery, the pace really picks up and makes the investment in the back story well worth it. Snippets of insight into the procedural and legal processes add an extra layer of interest to this, too.

“𝖠 𝗆𝗒𝗌𝗍𝖾𝗋𝗒'𝗌 𝗌𝗈 𝖾𝖺𝗌𝗒 𝗍𝗈 𝗌𝗈𝗅𝗏𝖾 𝗈𝗇𝖼𝖾 𝗌𝗈𝗆𝖾𝗈𝗇𝖾 𝗌𝗁𝗈𝗐𝗌 𝗒𝗈𝗎 𝗍𝗁𝖾 𝖼𝗅𝗎𝖾𝗌."

What a twisted game of guess who! This book has so many secrets and complex characters it will leave your head spinning. Told in a past/present style writing. If you enjoy legal thrillers you need to add this one to your list!

Rachel Matthews is an Assistant District Attorney who is a single mum to daughter Charley. Generally speaking they have a great mother and daughter relationship but as we all know, teenage years are not easy for either parent or child. Rachel's job is extremely demanding, working long hours and under constant pressure to perform.

Rachel revels in her job but personally she has some issues, she has recently been receiving phone calls and then a video from a person who is not identifying themselves. The voice on the phone sending chilling messages that leave her imagination running wild, and once she receives the video Rachel is becoming very frightened and concerned as to who is doing this and more importantly why? Rachel has received threats before and seems to come with the job, locking up the most dangerous and vile people, but now she also fears for her daughter. Not long after, she then receives a ransom demand of $50,000. The person asks Rachel to meet him in a secluded area on a beach to deliver the cash, she realises she should probably not go there alone, or at least let someone know what she is about to do, but she is under strict instructions and due to the safety of Charley, she follows them exactly as told but when she arrives she is then faced with another dilemma.

If you are a thriller reader I am sure you will enjoy this book. It moves along relatively quickly and the characterization is excellent. .There is a constant feeling of suspence and tension that will have you guessing all the way through, I thought I had it all worked out but I was wrong which is just the kind of book I like, I always enjoy putting my detective cap on and trying to see if I can identify who the culprit is. A very good read, highly recommended.

Thank you to Netgalley, the author and publisher for an advanced copy, all opinions expressed are my own

I thought I absolutely figured out who it was, I was wrong! This book did such a great job leading me one way, then blowing my mind in the end. This took a bit for me to get going, but once it did, I was hooked. Highly recommend.

I loved this book. In fact it was hard to put down. Rachel is an attorney raising her teenage daughter when a stalker begins to harass her. There are lots of twists and turns and nobody is who you think they are. I’ll definitely be looking for more from this author.

I was not able to put this book down. The story was great. So many twists I never saw coming.
Excellent 5*****

If you like a twisty mystery with a thrilling edge, you will love Maggie Smith’s latest novel, Blind Spot. The murder mystery keeps readers on their toes throughout starting with the deliciously wicked opening. Imagine spending your entire career putting bad people in jail and suddenly the tables turn and you are the accused. The characters in this novel have depth. They represent flawed and complicated individuals that readers will recognize, if not identify with. Page turner is an overused phrase, but in the case of Blind Spot, it is very hard to put the book down to do anything as trivial as making dinner or going to sleep. It is a fast read because of the pacing and the excellent writing characteristic of Smith’s storytelling. I would easily compare this to Scott Turow’s Presumed Innocent. However, there are very few courtroom scenes. It’s far more a psychological suspense novel than a courtroom drama. I was lucky enough to get my hands on an ARC (advance reader copy) and this is my honest review. The book releases May 21st, but you can pre-order your digital or paperback copy now from Amazon. I’ve heard through the grapevine that an audio version will be released, as well. Five stars.

Rachel Matthews (39) is a successful assistant prosecuting attorney. She is good at what she does. Over the years she’s had her share of threats from defendant’s she has put away but this time, the threats have struck a nerve. When the mysterious phone calls with the weird breathing began, she pushed it out of her mind. But the day she arrived at work to find an enormous bouquet of her favorite flower sitting on her desk, she is shaken. Determined not to let this problem get the best of her, Rachel searches old case files for who might be out of prison and seeking revenge. At home she finds a thumb drive on her door. It contains a video of herself, her daughter and her house. Someone has invaded her space and she is beyond upset. It is time to contact the police. Unfortunately, there’s not much they can do, her stalker hasn’t done anything illegal, yet.

Taking matters into her own hands, Rachel and an old friend from school, who now works as a private investigator, begin their own search for her stalker. Surprisingly, the stalker switches tactics and makes a demand of $50,000 to keep her daughter safe. Borrowing the money, Rachel agrees to the stalker’s demands to meet him, alone, on a deserted beach. She knows it’s crazy but, as a single mom, she’ll do anything to protect her daughter. Terrified, she arrives at the beach just in time to be the only witness to a murder. Stunned, she runs away from the crime scene. Now, as the only witness to a murder and having left the scene of a crime she finds herself on the wrong side of the law. Will she find her stalker before she’s arrested?

A suspenseful crime thriller. A fast pace book with plenty of twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the end. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you #NetGalley #MaggieSmith for this ARC. Pub date May 21, 2024

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Rachel Mathews is a single mother with a demanding job as Assistant District Attorney. She is trying to be a good mother and balance work and home life. Her daughter is a teenager and they keep butting heads. Now, a stalker is threatening to harm her teenage daughter.

Rachel tries to figure out who her stalker is. She stumbles into a crime scene and soon is arrested for murder.

Will Rachel be able to figure out who the real killer is or will she loose her job, family and live behind bars.

I enjoyed this fast paced twisty thriller. I thought I had it figured out but the ending surprised me. I love it when I can get shocked at the end of a book.

If you like trying to solve a puzzle of who done it add this to your TBR pile. You will be glad you did.

Rachel Matthews is an attorney with a teenage daughter. As a single parent, Charley can be a handful, and it is hard on Rachel because she does not get to spend as much time as she wants and her job is demanding.

Rachel starts getting messages and flowers from an unknown person. The messages are threatening and demand money to keep her daughter safe. She teams up with her investigator friend to solve the mystery. Does one of her past clients have a grudge with her?

Rachel is at the scene of a murder and she is friends with his wife. Is there a connection? Can she find out who the threats are coming from?

This novel is gripping with twist that completely stumped me!

If there was only one word I could use to describe this book it would be: ADDICTING!

I had to force myself to put it down last night and then avoided all adult responsibilities today to complete 😬 what a twisty cat and mouse thriller this was! I was at the edge of my seat, suspicious of everyone and couldn’t wait to find out what was going to happen. The very first chapter hooked me and never let go. This was such a great read and I flew through it. Highly recommend!

Thank you to the author and Thriller Book Lovers Promotions for the opportunity to read this ARC! Bravo!

In Blindspot: A Psychological Suspense by Maggie Smith, an ambitious prosecutor on the hunt for her sadistic stalker finds herself framed for murder when he turns up dead.

Rachel Matthews is used to stress—from the cutthroat world of the district attorney’s office to her escalating clashes with her teenage daughter. So when a stranger sends a lavish bouquet with a macabre message and leaves a disturbing video on her doorstep, she’s quick to act. Teaming up with an old classmate turned private investigator, she wades through old case files, searching for someone harboring a grudge against her.

Blindspot is a very good "lawyer" drama. The first chapter already had a twist, which I liked. The story starts off with someone being killed, but the reader doesn't know who just yet. Clues are left along the way to reveal what occurred, and the story gives you plenty of action and red herrings to keep you turning the pages.

As the author mentions, Blindspot is about choices people make and their possible consequences. I enjoyed this fast-paced story and read it fairly quickly because I needed to know what would happen next. This is a good suspense thriller to add to your to-be-read list. I liked the characters, and the plot held my interest.

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This was a great story based on revenge. It was very fast paced and had nice character development. I was entertained throughout and highly recommend to others!

This was a great read full of mystery and secrets that I couldn't wait to solve and this made me desperate to keep reading!

Blind Spot by Maggie Smith is a thrilling book that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The book follows the story of Rachel Matthews, a former district attorney who is being framed by someone from her past or an old court case. Even though the police are not willing to help her, Rachel is determined to protect herself and those she loves.

The book is a page-turner, and the fast-paced tempo of the story will make it hard for you to put down. The characters are well-developed and will either make you fall in love with them or hate them. The author has done an excellent job of keeping the readers guessing throughout the book, and the ending is something that you won't see coming.

I gave this book a solid four stars, and I recommend it to all thrill-seekers out there. Blind Spot is a must-read for anyone who loves suspense and mystery, and it will leave you wanting more.

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It seems someone is out to get Rachel, leaving her threatening messages and calling her at odd times. Getting her old PI buddy Max to help her find out who is behind it all eases the load of Rachel, who is busy at work at the district attorney's office. But when Rachel is linked to a crime, thanks to said stalker, she knows she needs to get herself out of this pickle and fast....or it will be her who is in the jail cell.

What a super addictive book this was! Fast paced with short chapters had me flipping through at rapid speed. There were a lot of twists that kept me intrigued and a big reveal that had my jaw dropping. Cleverly written, I think all thriller lovers will enjoy it.

I was given this book by NetGalley for an honest review-
Rachel is a busy attorney with a teenage daughter. And then- her life gets crazier when she receives a bouquet of flowers with a message, and then a video and more. She can’t imagine who is stalking her and why? Could it be an unhappy client? As things escalate she worries for her life and her daughters. You won’t want to miss this book!

A huge thank you to @maggiesmithwrites for the opportunity to read and review an advanced copy of Blindspot. As a reviewer with the team @thrillerbookloversthepulse this book will keep you guessing until the very end! Get ready for a thrill ride!

Rachel is a District Attorney with her star on the rise. A devoted single mother, she manages both her career and motherhood with the occasional teenage battle. When she attends an after work event, she meets a new friend Olivia and her off putting husband Zach. She can’t put her finger on what bothers her about this marriage, but she knows Zach cannot be trusted. Shortly after their meeting, Rachel begins to receive threatening phone calls, which quickly escalate to vandalism and a break-in. Then, out of the blue, Rachel runs into an old high school friend, Max, who is also a private investigator. Working together, they attempt to find out who is Rachel’s stalker. But when Zach is suddenly shot dead and Rachel is accused of the crime, it will take Rachel to look deep in her past to unravel the truth.

This was one of those books I couldn’t put down and couldn’t wait to see how it ended. I definitely recommend adding the Blindspot to your TBR.

This book was so captivating!! I could not put it down once I started it. The relationship between Rachel and her daughter was so interesting I loved every second of it. The mystery throughout the entire book had me hooked and wanting more! Definitely recommending this book.