Known to the Victim

I am not sure how to talk about this book without giving anything away, ugh. I will say that this mystery is written very well and Kelley Armstrong is able to lead you down many paths. Each time I thought I had it figured out, I was proven incorrect.

I love reading Kelley Armstrong's work and I can't wait to read I'll Be Waiting, releasing October 2024.

3.5

Kept me hooked. Armstrong was always a good writer under both names. I for some reason was not crazy on the main character but no biggie. It definitely held some surprises. Despite being "podcast story", the podcast took a major backseat in the story so it wasn't what I was thinking. There were many holes, though. Not enough is explained on the end reveal's reasoning and profile and why and who and how indepth. Also, there is a lot of confusion to me on one character that pops up and it seems flaky.

Okay, suspense fans! You need to read Known to the Victim by K.L. Armstrong.
Amy Gibson's mother was murdered by her boyfriend. It took years and a lot of love from her brother Oliver to get Amy where she is now. She is a speaker and hosts a popular true crime podcast that focuses on crimes against women committed by their partners.

When Oliver is charged with an unthinkable crime, it's Amy's turn to defend him...because there's no way he did what they're saying...right?

This is such an addictive read! Just as you think you're on the path to one answer, the direction changes - and again and again. I loved having no idea as to how things are going to finally finish up.

There are two main characters - Amy and a P.I. named Dean. Both are show more strong personalities and they slowly earn the respect of the other.

I honestly couldn't book the book down! I needed to know the answer! show less

Known to the Victim by K L Armstrong
Psychological mystery / thriller.
Amy Gibson’s mother is brutally murdered by her new boyfriend. Amy is overcome with grief and basically withdraws from life until her estranged step-brother OlUber helps her return to normal.
Eight years later, Amy has worked hard to help victims with a true crime podcast that focuses on crimes against women, committed by their partners. She’s finding purpose in helping women in ways she couldn’t help her mother.
Suddenly Oliver is being accused of murdering his wife when witnesses at the time testified he wasn’t responsible. Then question arise about his girlfriend from college.
Amy does a podcast advising women about crimes and hidden agendas. She’s show more positive Oliver is a good guy. So what else can be going on?

You think you know who your friends are and who you can trust. You think, my accounts are safe. You think you’re protected from the darker elements. Until something happens. Then who do you listen to? Who do you trust to tell you the truth?
This thriller will asks those questions and takes you along for the ride of discovery and awareness.

I wanted to believe in the good.
Compelling thriller. More twists than expected through the very end. Who has your back?

I received a copy of this from NetGalley. show less

Loved the concept, love Kelley Armstrong...loathed the protagonist, who is unbearably smug and condescending.