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📚 New Thriller ARC Review 📚

I just got done reading my ARC of The Night They Took My Son by Spencer Guerrero 📚🙂‍↕️

🚨 releases May 26th!! 🚨

4.5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨

I think this is my 3rd book by this author and I really enjoyed it! The plot was 10/10. Characters were unhinged AF 9/10. The writing in this one was, in my opinion, his best work yet. I have been a quiet fan of his books for quite a while now, and am an ARC reader. It has been great to see his writing not only improve with every book, but absolutely flourish creatively. If you haven’t read one of his books yet, jump on the bandwagon before he’s huge!! I’m telling you, he’s on the Freida McFadden, Riley Sager type trajectory. Overall, really solid, good read 🙂‍↕️

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#lemon8bookclub #bookwormsoflemon8 #lemon8challenge #thrillerbooks #bookrecommendations

2025/4/24 Edited to

An intriguing thriller, 'The Night They Took My Son' by Spencer Guerrero explores themes of child abduction through suspenseful dual timelines and engaging cliffhanger chapters. This story is crafted to keep readers on the edge of their seats with its alternating points of view, revealing the mystery piece by piece. Readers can expect gripping narratives that intertwine with Guerrero's notable style. Known for his talent in creating unhinged characters, Guerrero's latest work promises to be a standout in the thriller genre. As anticipation builds for its release on May 26th, early reviews reflect a captivating experience that resonates with fans of psychological thrillers. If you're looking for a gripping mystery with emotional depth, make sure to add 'The Night They Took My Son' to your reading list! With an increasing popularity akin to authors like Freida McFadden and Riley Sager, this book is poised to be a sensational hit among thriller lovers. Reading ARC books not only provides access to ungripped plots but also gives readers early insights into promising new releases. Engage with the community of thriller enthusiasts on platforms such as Lemon8 to share thoughts and recommendations about this eagerly anticipated novel.

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