Published by Boldwood Books Genres: Fiction, Mystery, thriller
Format: ARC, eBook
Friends, secrets, and a destination wedding set the stage for The Reunion. Four friends (Dan, Rod, Zoe, Lily) who drifted apart after their graduation come together to attend Rod’s wedding to Bella in Scotland. They all cram themselves in a car to go to the Manor home that Rod has inherited. There is not much space in the car as it is full of tension, secrets, dread, and unease. I found this part to be nicely done; especially the awkwardness of being around friends who you used to be close with but have since lost touch.
Each of the characters has a secret that is weighing on them. There is also a shared secret from their past concerning their friend, Saul, which has been weighing down on them as well. But they are hoping to make the most of the weekend but after a night of partying, things take a dark turn. Dan, Lily, Zoe, and Rod will find themselves questioning themselves, others, and the past. I enjoyed how the author showed us what many of the characters were thinking and how each was affected by their actions in the past and in the current day.
This was a twist filled read which kept me on my toes and fully invested. This was a four-star read for me for most of the read, but when it came closer and it was time for the reveal, I began to feel let down. Even when I had a strong inkling about how things would end, it lost me a little. I felt the book was engaging and captivating but then it fizzled out a bit at the end. It is still a worthwhile read and I look forward to reading more of M.A. Hunter’s books in the future.
Thank you to Boldwood Books and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
