Interesting book, thanks to Edelweiss for the review copy. Lots of twists and turns. ( )

Oh, this book, this book, I don't know about this book...it was interesting, yes, but some of the ways they had the plot and things unfold and then explained or implied, it irked me. I haven't known for sure how to review this one for a little while now because of how it rubbed me the wrong way with some of the story, especially the ending.
So, what drives me nuts is how they explain the MC, Abigail, accepting things and going on with her life as normal, which I can't really say much because if I do it will spoil the story, but Ugh it drove me nuts. I did not like the ending. I don't know how much I liked this book because of the way it was written.
Okay, I'm going to say something and it might be spoilery so here's your warning: don't read further if you don't want spoilers.

I dislike that after we find out why Abigail is living in this town and that her Dad was killed as one of the Fraternity Four who went missing etc and she figures out who/how her Dad was killed she's just okay with it - like she doesn't seem to have that much anger toward the person who killed her Dad/was involved in his death and she doesn't have them arrested. Instead, Abigail finds out who the current killer is and has them arrested and blamed and covers for her dad's killer - I mean what the heck? I do not like when stories use Stockholm syndrome, like it's all fine and dandy or whatever, and don't point out the issue with it or anything. I don't know, maybe I misread or misunderstood it, but that ruined the whole book for me and I did not like it at all.
Thanks to NetGalley and Scribner/Marysue Rucci Books for letting me read and review this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. ( )

The Appalachian Trail has had real unsolved murders on it. So I had hopes that this book would tie into that more....or be more gripping and suspenseful.....but I might be getting ahead of myself in the review.

Seven individuals have gone missing from the town of Cutter's Pass. It now has become a small town of legend (and probably would be featured on some Discovery Channel show). When a relative of a victim starts coming around seeking answers, it prompts Abby to seek answers. After all, she hasn't really been able to sleep well or think past the demons. What is the story that she just cannot crack?

I struggled with getting into this book. Or perhaps you could say staying engaged with the book. Instead of gripping suspense, I more got thoughtful meandering. We live through Abby's eyes including the resolution of the story. Never have I clamored for a flashback scene as much as I did while reading "The Last to Vanish." I wanted to experience what was happening (as macabre as that sounds) as opposed to being told.

By the time the ending came about, and ending I did not fully foresee, I was just ready for the book to be over. I think THAT is due to the author's writing style. I have tried other books of hers and something has been off. At least this one I finished. Is it enough to go back? That I am unsure of...... ( )

Happy Pub Day!

The Last To Vanish is Megan Miranda’s latest book that brings you a dark and gloomy atmosphere complete with a mystery that in the beginning you aren’t quite sure what/why/how it will evolve.

She is able to spin a story like none other and if you are a fan of her previous titles you will enjoy this one just as much.
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Note: This book is for the thriller lovers who enjoy a vivid slow burn with a highly skilled plot located in a small town where people “coincidentally” disappear. ( )

This book features a town that is as much a character as the players are, with the seven disappearances seemingly connected over a twenty-five years period. As everything unfolds, though, you'll learn otherwise as bits of hidden events and secrets unfold in a most satisfying way. ( )