Hello!
I have finished several books lately and need to share those reviews! The latest book I finished was Find Her by Lisa Gardner. It was the first book I have read by this author and have another book by her in my “to read” pile.
Flora Dane is a victim.
Seven years ago, carefree college student Flora was kidnapped while on spring break. For 472 days, Flora learned just how much one person can endure.
Flora Dane is a survivor.
Miraculously alive after her ordeal, Flora has spent the past five years reacquainting herself with the rhythms of normal life, working with her FBI victim advocate, Samuel Keynes. She has a mother who’s never stopped loving her, a brother who is scared of the person she’s become, and a bedroom wall, covered with photos of other girls who’ve never made it home.
Flora Dane is reckless.
…Or is she? When Boston Detective D.D. Warren is called to the scene of a crime– a dead man and the bound, naked woman who killed him– she learns that Flora has taken on three other suspects since her return to society. Is Flora a victim, or a vigilante? And with her firsthand knowledge of criminal behavior, could she hold the key to rescuing a missing college student whose abduction has rocked Boston? When Flora herself disappears, D.D. realizes a far more sinister predator is out there. One who’s determined that this time, Flora Dane will never escape.
I really enjoyed this book. It was a page turner and kept me guessing, but let me warn you, it is very dark. One chapter is from the detectives point of view, the next is present day Flora’s view and the next is told by Flora as she is held captive by her capture. I must share I would give this book 4 stars, except the end got wrapped up pretty quickly and had some typical wrap up events…the cops suddenly hearing a gun shoot and just being in the right place at the right time. So I will give this three stars. Its a fun read and will keep you guessing…almost until the end.