This was enjoyable from beginning to end. She set all the important pieces of the story really well, and she hit all the beats of the story at a pretty good pace for me. Although, I imagine some parts could feel a little dragged out to some people, especially if you’re looking for a thriller. This is a mystery, not a thriller, in my opinion. And as a mystery, it’s very compelling. 

I liked that the story focuses on her relationship with her son and husband as well as the mystery. It made the story feel more emotionally tethered and well rounded. I loved that she included motherhood and the importance of our connection to other people as themes without overwhelming the story.