That’s Not My Name 🧠😶‍🌫️🪾

book review | That’s Not My Name by Megan Lally 🪪🩸

my rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Setting: rural Oregon 🌲

This book consists of two stories told concurrently. A teenage girl wakes up, bruised and bloody, with amnesia. She is taken in by a man claiming to be her father but she has no recollection of this man or their house. Meanwhile, the police are investigating her disappearance and her boyfriend, Drew, is the prime suspect.

I enjoyed this book way more than I thought I would. Listened to the audiobook and couldn’t shut it off.

Big fan of books with unreliable narrators!

I actually did not except that ending! Great twist.

Have you read That’s Not My Name? Let me know what you thought! 🏚️

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7/17 Edited to

... Read moreReading "That’s Not My Name" truly immerses you in a world where trust and memory are fragile and deceptive. The dual narrative approach not only deepens the mystery but also reflects how fractured identity and perception can be after trauma. From my experience, audiobooks with unreliable narrators add an extra layer of intrigue, making every chapter a puzzle piece I couldn't ignore. The setting in rural Oregon amplifies the isolation and suspense, making the protagonist’s amnesia and the unfolding investigation even more gripping. One of the standout elements in this novel is how it explores the psychological turmoil behind amnesia—the fear of 'not knowing' yourself and questioning what is true. The phrase from the cover, "She thought she had her life back. She was wrong," resonates as a powerful warning that memory loss can blur the lines between reality and lies, a theme Megan Lally masterfully weaves throughout. If you enjoy thrillers that challenge your assumptions and deliver strong twists, this book is a fantastic pick. The investigation into the missing girl and the suspicion around her boyfriend keeps readers guessing until the very end. It reminded me of other missing-person stories where uncovering truth involves navigating through deception and broken trust. For those who love engaging, suspenseful reads with psychological depth, this is a must-listen or read. Feel free to share your thoughts if you've explored this title—you might find the twists and character revelations just as surprising and compelling as I did.

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