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Clusters : Case of the Missing
Seven year old Olivia Baxter and her dog vanish while playing in the front yard of her family's home. After a week of searching, Olivia's body was suddenly found in the closet, even after the police had thoroughly investigated the home.
Ethan Franco is a troubled journalist working for the Washington Gazette. His inability to move on from the past has deflated the passion he had for his career, causing him to lose his edge. Frustrated with Ethan Franco, but not wanting to lose his once star journalist, Editor-in-Chief, Jameson Stone assigns him a story to cover as a last chance to prove he could be the reporter he once was.
Ethan Franco begins his investigation into the mysterious death of Olivia Baxter and other unexplained disappearances, believing there may be a connection in the cases. No sooner did Franco begin his investigation then he realizes he is being tailed by government agencies.
Large footprints in the woods, strange sounds, foul stenches, and a looming government presence become pieces of the puzzle in cases of the missing.
Inspired by real events, the author of the Bohemian Grove trilogy and the Apocalypse brings forth a story that has been kept a secret for over a century -- a story that a large group of people are still trying to keep under wraps.
Ethan Franco is a troubled journalist working for the Washington Gazette. His inability to move on from the past has deflated the passion he had for his career, causing him to lose his edge. Frustrated with Ethan Franco, but not wanting to lose his once star journalist, Editor-in-Chief, Jameson Stone assigns him a story to cover as a last chance to prove he could be the reporter he once was.
Ethan Franco begins his investigation into the mysterious death of Olivia Baxter and other unexplained disappearances, believing there may be a connection in the cases. No sooner did Franco begin his investigation then he realizes he is being tailed by government agencies.
Large footprints in the woods, strange sounds, foul stenches, and a looming government presence become pieces of the puzzle in cases of the missing.
Inspired by real events, the author of the Bohemian Grove trilogy and the Apocalypse brings forth a story that has been kept a secret for over a century -- a story that a large group of people are still trying to keep under wraps.
290 pages, Hardcover
First published January 16, 2015
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About the author
T.M. Williams
18 books80 followersT.M. Williams began her writing career by accident when a song inspired a story. Once she discovered the writing bug she couldn't stop. Since starting her writing career late in 2012 she has gone on to write several more novels, including three Amazon best-sellers.
Genre: Experimental Fiction and Non-Fiction
To stay up-to-date on her work, book-signings, and events, you can follow her on her website www.theaccidentalwriter.com or her blog; www.theaccidentalwriterblog.com
She is published by Half Light Publishing, a traditional publishing house based out of Arizona.
To get a hold of the author, please email [email protected] - Please do not use Goodreads to message.
Genre: Experimental Fiction and Non-Fiction
To stay up-to-date on her work, book-signings, and events, you can follow her on her website www.theaccidentalwriter.com or her blog; www.theaccidentalwriterblog.com
She is published by Half Light Publishing, a traditional publishing house based out of Arizona.
To get a hold of the author, please email [email protected] - Please do not use Goodreads to message.
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January 7, 2016
I just can't finish this...it feels like something a mediocre high school student would turn in for a creative writing assignment.
January 25, 2016
I met T. M. Williams during a local author booksale; she signed this book for me and explained it was inspired after her learning about how many people go missing everywhere in national parks with no explanation and no clues. She was a serious and earnest woman, and I was intrigued to see what she would do with such a unique story.
The subject matter itself is fascinating. A journalist is instructed by his boss to find a link between two seemingly unrelated missing child cases (this hint is unfortunately never explained) and finds himself being tailed by the Feds as he discovers more and more cases and befriends a Sheriff who wants answers just as badly. The mystery paces itself well and you have no idea where the story might go -- what could the explanation possibly be for all of these disappearances?
Unfortunately, the unbelievably frequent spelling and grammatical errors make this book difficult to read. I can forgive a few typos from a small local publisher, but the misuse of bazaar for bizarre twice in one book is unacceptable (and this was just one of many jaw-dropping mistakes). The timing was also an issue; the journalist meets the Sheriff and then the next thing you know the Sheriff is inviting him onto a case and a throwaway line mentions they have been working together for months. What happened in all of that time? The characters themselves are also poorly fleshed out. Just when you think you have a handle on someone, they say or do something completely inconsistent with a previous action.
I would recommend it to people looking for a very unique story based on a terrifically creepy true phenomenon. Just brace yourself for some terrible typos.
The subject matter itself is fascinating. A journalist is instructed by his boss to find a link between two seemingly unrelated missing child cases (this hint is unfortunately never explained) and finds himself being tailed by the Feds as he discovers more and more cases and befriends a Sheriff who wants answers just as badly. The mystery paces itself well and you have no idea where the story might go -- what could the explanation possibly be for all of these disappearances?
Unfortunately, the unbelievably frequent spelling and grammatical errors make this book difficult to read. I can forgive a few typos from a small local publisher, but the misuse of bazaar for bizarre twice in one book is unacceptable (and this was just one of many jaw-dropping mistakes). The timing was also an issue; the journalist meets the Sheriff and then the next thing you know the Sheriff is inviting him onto a case and a throwaway line mentions they have been working together for months. What happened in all of that time? The characters themselves are also poorly fleshed out. Just when you think you have a handle on someone, they say or do something completely inconsistent with a previous action.
I would recommend it to people looking for a very unique story based on a terrifically creepy true phenomenon. Just brace yourself for some terrible typos.
August 30, 2015
Ethan is a reporter who is sent to figure out the connection between a recent missing child and a child that was missing 7 years ago. He starts to suspect that there is more to these cases than just children wandering off. He makes friends with and gains the trust of a small town sheriff and they start to band together to solve this case.
I was surprised that this was not the author's first novel as Clusters felt like a debut to me. The storyline was good, but not developed enough, nor were the characters. I didn't feel a connection to any of them because I didn't feel like I knew enough about them. Details of their past were hinted at, but never explored. Another thing I noticed was the transition of the scenes in the book were not fluid and sometimes I had to go back and reread the first paragraph before I noticed that there was a time difference of a day or a week that had happened in the story.
This book is based on real life events and the author references another author, David Paulides who wrote a series of books called Missing 4-1-1 that sound very interesting and have quite high ratings on Amazon. I checked my local library and they do not have them, but I will be on the lookout for them!
I was surprised that this was not the author's first novel as Clusters felt like a debut to me. The storyline was good, but not developed enough, nor were the characters. I didn't feel a connection to any of them because I didn't feel like I knew enough about them. Details of their past were hinted at, but never explored. Another thing I noticed was the transition of the scenes in the book were not fluid and sometimes I had to go back and reread the first paragraph before I noticed that there was a time difference of a day or a week that had happened in the story.
This book is based on real life events and the author references another author, David Paulides who wrote a series of books called Missing 4-1-1 that sound very interesting and have quite high ratings on Amazon. I checked my local library and they do not have them, but I will be on the lookout for them!
January 7, 2015
I was able to read a beta copy of Clusters and finished it in two days. It was simply that amazing.
All of this author's works are excellent, but this one is at the top of the list. The dialogue is world class, and that aspect puts this book in what should be best seller status. The two main characters have a great chemistry, and their interactions make the story flow seamlessly.
The plot of the story is based on true stories of missing people (some of their stories are presented at the end of chapters of this work). They aren't just your run of the mill missing stories. Calling their disappearances mysterious would be an understatement. That backdrop gives the story a constant feel of suspense.
Clusters: Case of the Missing is a five star book. Pick this up and follow the story of a courageous (yet personally troubled) reporter, a strong pragmatic sheriff, dubious government officials, the wonders of nature, and unpredictable twists and turns.
All of this author's works are excellent, but this one is at the top of the list. The dialogue is world class, and that aspect puts this book in what should be best seller status. The two main characters have a great chemistry, and their interactions make the story flow seamlessly.
The plot of the story is based on true stories of missing people (some of their stories are presented at the end of chapters of this work). They aren't just your run of the mill missing stories. Calling their disappearances mysterious would be an understatement. That backdrop gives the story a constant feel of suspense.
Clusters: Case of the Missing is a five star book. Pick this up and follow the story of a courageous (yet personally troubled) reporter, a strong pragmatic sheriff, dubious government officials, the wonders of nature, and unpredictable twists and turns.
January 12, 2015
Readers beware, you cannot put this book down! This is my favorite T.M. Williams book yet! It all begins with a missing child, and a reporter who thinks there might be more to the story when he links other missing cases together. And it ends with a twist I didn't see coming! Why are they missing? Why hasn't anyone else connected them? Where are they going? This story brings together real cases and fiction in a way I have never seen before. The twists throughout the book kept me hooked from chapter to chapter. I actually Google'd some of these cases! Some I had seen before, but even so, I needed more. Clusters: Case of the Missing made me aware of the odd disappearances of people, not just children, but adults too, in national parks. T.M. Williams, you've made me a believer! (And I don't want to go to any national parks anytime soon!)
December 8, 2015
The story was good, I really enjoyed it !
I really enjoyed the history of events that really happened and the notion that it is possible for a conspiracy to cover up sightings people seems to have experienced. The only thing I didn't like is, she should have hired a proof reader before having it published.
I really enjoyed the history of events that really happened and the notion that it is possible for a conspiracy to cover up sightings people seems to have experienced. The only thing I didn't like is, she should have hired a proof reader before having it published.
January 6, 2016
Ok
The book was just ok. I found myself getting bored and having a difficult time wanting to finish it. Characters weren't interesting and the story line a bit far fetched.
The book was just ok. I found myself getting bored and having a difficult time wanting to finish it. Characters weren't interesting and the story line a bit far fetched.
December 29, 2022
I went into this book expecting way more from it. The plot line sounded right up my ally but it failed to deliver in so many ways.
The book really needs to focus on additional proof reading and editing. There were so many errors I struggled to take the author seriously.
The story had a lot of promise but the characters just didn’t develop as much as they needed to. The plot could have used way more detail and I was left disappointed in the ending.
I’m actually embarrassed I bought this for a family member as a gift before reading it.
Wouldn’t waste my time reading it if I had known.
The book really needs to focus on additional proof reading and editing. There were so many errors I struggled to take the author seriously.
The story had a lot of promise but the characters just didn’t develop as much as they needed to. The plot could have used way more detail and I was left disappointed in the ending.
I’m actually embarrassed I bought this for a family member as a gift before reading it.
Wouldn’t waste my time reading it if I had known.
June 21, 2015
Originally posted on The Bibliophile Chronicles!
Read this book with the light on…
When a little girl and her dog mysteriously vanish, the police and locals put every effort into finding her. After a week of searching, her body is found in the closet of the family home – even though it was thoroughly searched.
Ethan Franco is a journalist for the Washington Gazette, but he’s on his last legs. He is given one last chance, to research the case of the little girl’s death, and a possible connection to a disappearance seven years ago. What Franco finds is much more than two disappearances, but hundreds over the years. Can he find out what is causing the mysterious vanishings, and why exactly are government vehicles beginning to follow him around?
Welcome to my stop on the Clusters blog tour, run by the wonderful Goddess Fish Promotions! I LOVED this book. Let me start off by saying that I don’t usually read mystery/crime thriller type novels – too often you guess within the first few chapters ‘whodunit’ and then the rest of the book is just a drag, but that absolutely isn’t the case with Clusters. I was confused, still trying to figure things out and frequently muttering ‘what the hell!?’ right up until the very end. This is a gripping puzzle, and one you’ll definitely want to find the answers to.
The story is complex and exciting. It moves along well, and constantly drops little bits of information about the disappearances. I’m telling you I had a list of theories in my head as I read and I was constantly changing it, adding to it, taking stuff away – it really is a fantastic plot that keeps you interested. It’s got plenty of action and mystery, and each chapter definitely leaves you intrigued and wanting more.
Clusters made me uncomfortable in the best way. It was so creepy and tense that I swear I was reading in bed and put the light back on. The footprints in the woods right next to the tent where everyone is asleep, the strange noises heard in the woods, and those menacing FBI agents all genuinely left me feeling uneasy. This book is so realistic, every bit of it feels possible. If there was something strange going on in the woods, would the government cover it up? Most likely. The fact that so many of the cases used in this story are real cases, just adds another dimension to that realism (and unsettling feeling) that drives this book. I really like the way that Williams added information about the cases she used – she provides information and links if you want to know more about the mysterious disappearances, because it made it even more shocking.
Franco and the Sheriff are great characters, and there’s a good chemistry between the two. I really liked them both. The dialogue between the two is good and the story is written in a superb way. In my opinion, you could not ask for a better mystery. It’s scary, intense and fascinating – it will stay with you long after you've finished reading it.
Read this book with the light on…
When a little girl and her dog mysteriously vanish, the police and locals put every effort into finding her. After a week of searching, her body is found in the closet of the family home – even though it was thoroughly searched.
Ethan Franco is a journalist for the Washington Gazette, but he’s on his last legs. He is given one last chance, to research the case of the little girl’s death, and a possible connection to a disappearance seven years ago. What Franco finds is much more than two disappearances, but hundreds over the years. Can he find out what is causing the mysterious vanishings, and why exactly are government vehicles beginning to follow him around?
Welcome to my stop on the Clusters blog tour, run by the wonderful Goddess Fish Promotions! I LOVED this book. Let me start off by saying that I don’t usually read mystery/crime thriller type novels – too often you guess within the first few chapters ‘whodunit’ and then the rest of the book is just a drag, but that absolutely isn’t the case with Clusters. I was confused, still trying to figure things out and frequently muttering ‘what the hell!?’ right up until the very end. This is a gripping puzzle, and one you’ll definitely want to find the answers to.
The story is complex and exciting. It moves along well, and constantly drops little bits of information about the disappearances. I’m telling you I had a list of theories in my head as I read and I was constantly changing it, adding to it, taking stuff away – it really is a fantastic plot that keeps you interested. It’s got plenty of action and mystery, and each chapter definitely leaves you intrigued and wanting more.
Clusters made me uncomfortable in the best way. It was so creepy and tense that I swear I was reading in bed and put the light back on. The footprints in the woods right next to the tent where everyone is asleep, the strange noises heard in the woods, and those menacing FBI agents all genuinely left me feeling uneasy. This book is so realistic, every bit of it feels possible. If there was something strange going on in the woods, would the government cover it up? Most likely. The fact that so many of the cases used in this story are real cases, just adds another dimension to that realism (and unsettling feeling) that drives this book. I really like the way that Williams added information about the cases she used – she provides information and links if you want to know more about the mysterious disappearances, because it made it even more shocking.
Franco and the Sheriff are great characters, and there’s a good chemistry between the two. I really liked them both. The dialogue between the two is good and the story is written in a superb way. In my opinion, you could not ask for a better mystery. It’s scary, intense and fascinating – it will stay with you long after you've finished reading it.
July 27, 2015
Our story is about a reporter - Ethan "Call me Franco" Franco- who starts out writing a story about a local disappearance and ends up trying to figure out why they are so common. Along the way he works with a cast of characters, one of which ends up missing and presumed dead. He faces the typical reaction of families with recent losses toward reporters. William's attitude is a bit more sympathetic toward her character than mine was in the same circumstances but I've experienced a loss that was covered by the press. It wasn't pretty and I feel sorry for the guy who got my sister on the phone after my father drowned, but let's just say that scene hit me pretty hard. Others may not experience the scene the way I did. It's an experience I wouldn't wish on anyone. In a way it actually enhanced my enjoyment of the story. In another it exposed me to a side of my own personality that I'm not real proud of. Either way it was well written and had to be there.
The aforementioned side characters are well done and act right. I was a bit skeptical at first when Franco walks up to be part of a search (and cover it in the process) because I knew what should happen the second the rest of the team found out he was a reporter and it went down just about right. The thing is, Williams used a fairly predictable occurrence to teach us more about Franco and his dedication while giving the characters around him a reason to trust him. He still had to work hard to gain the trust everyone else got but it gave them a reason to let him in. It just worked. I haven't seen many similar situations handled with the same skill or instinct. Kudos to her.
The aforementioned side characters are well done and act right. I was a bit skeptical at first when Franco walks up to be part of a search (and cover it in the process) because I knew what should happen the second the rest of the team found out he was a reporter and it went down just about right. The thing is, Williams used a fairly predictable occurrence to teach us more about Franco and his dedication while giving the characters around him a reason to trust him. He still had to work hard to gain the trust everyone else got but it gave them a reason to let him in. It just worked. I haven't seen many similar situations handled with the same skill or instinct. Kudos to her.
June 12, 2015
I am stunned at how unequivocally impeccable this book was written. Unless the reader reads the book backwards there is no possible way to decipher what is going to happen next in the story. As a reader, this story had me so creeped out. Clusters is one of those types of books that will make the hair stand up on the back of your neck and you will start to hear noises that might or might not be there. It will rattle your nerves yet you will be hooked from the beginning unable to put the book down. The book was influenced by real missing cases though a work of fiction yet what parts? As the author states in the last century and a half thousands of people have just completely vanished in national forests with no trace of them to ever be found again strangely happening in clusters. The characters occur sufficiently developed many express amiable personalities having a probability that you will personally get attached to them. I did. Placed at the completion of certain chapters the author intertwined true missing cases. I applaud T.M. Williams at writing such a remarkably unique story. The forests remain mysterious places to a lot of us. As Mark Twain said "truth is stranger than fiction" maybe the conclusion to this story is not far from the truth. That would explain a lot. You should read this book. Everybody should read it. It is not a book to miss.
Thanks to Making Connection Blog Tours I have been able to give an honest review of this book.
Thanks to Making Connection Blog Tours I have been able to give an honest review of this book.
September 21, 2015
I thought ‘Clusters’ was a really great story. It has all the elements that work together to give me that mystery ‘buzz’ where I feel a desperate need to know what really is going on. The fact that the story is inspired by real events makes the story all that more compelling.
The story grabs you straight from the beginning with the strange situation of Olivia Baxter’s death. Each chapter sets a vivid scene that does its part to further the story. You’ll find no fluff in ‘Clusters,’ making it a fairly quick read.
As someone from the great state of Washington, I can attest to the quiet and mysterious feeling you can get being around those great forests. Williams takes the setting and runs with it, grounding his story in those strange woods and letting readers wonder about what kind of things they may hold.
I really liked the conclusions Williams came up with for the unsolved stories that he drew his inspiration from. You could tell that he thought carefully to come up with a worthwhile and unexpected final scenario that did the stories justice in my opinion. Though I can’t stop wondering what really did happen. That’s a pretty nice way to keep readers thinking about the book long after they stop reading it. Well played.
The story grabs you straight from the beginning with the strange situation of Olivia Baxter’s death. Each chapter sets a vivid scene that does its part to further the story. You’ll find no fluff in ‘Clusters,’ making it a fairly quick read.
As someone from the great state of Washington, I can attest to the quiet and mysterious feeling you can get being around those great forests. Williams takes the setting and runs with it, grounding his story in those strange woods and letting readers wonder about what kind of things they may hold.
I really liked the conclusions Williams came up with for the unsolved stories that he drew his inspiration from. You could tell that he thought carefully to come up with a worthwhile and unexpected final scenario that did the stories justice in my opinion. Though I can’t stop wondering what really did happen. That’s a pretty nice way to keep readers thinking about the book long after they stop reading it. Well played.
January 29, 2015
*I have recieved this book as an ARC in return for an honest review* With that being said....I was completely drawn into this book! As with other T.M. Williams books, I was immersed in the story and had a hard time putting it down. A reporter that has been looking into missing persons cases, having the feeling that there is more to it and begins his own investigations into "clusters" of missing people. Why are they disappearing, some no more than feet away from friends or family. Where do they go? Why do some come back with no recollection of where they were or what had happened in the time they are missing? All of your questions get answered and you will be amazed at what is going on! Also, as T.M. Williams does on all her books, she has done research of her own into missing peoples cases and some of these cases are added throughout the book. I found myself looking up cases on the internet to learn more and I have the feeling some of you might too! Great work and highly recommended.
January 25, 2015
T.M. Williams takes you into the woods with her wonderful story about the missing people in our National Forests. She weaves a tale about children missing then mysteriously returning. This tale is focused on Franco. He is a journalist who is doing one last story. He gets a whiff of a cover up and does everything in his power to dig deeper than others had. Sherriff Moore is a by the book small town cop. He like a things his way. The two of them together try to uncover the secrets of the missing children. This is truly a page turner. T.M. Williams has managed to give me chills and opened my eyes to all the horrible disappearances have really happened in our National Forests. Well done. Another great book! I received this book as an ARC.
April 16, 2015
Clusters was an excellent book! The characters had so much personality, and the storyline was strong. For quite awhile I was racking my brain trying to figure out what could have possibly happened in each case. When T.M. Williams shares her theory, it started making sense to me but there were still a few unanswered questions. You have to finish the whole book to really "get it," and I'm certainly glad I did. I realize that these cases are based off of real incidents and that the authors theory is just that, but once again she has you wondering what's true in life, and where another conspiracy might be hidden.
May 1, 2015
Guessing? You bet! Glues to your reader? Absolutely! Able to do anything else you may need to do? Might as well give that thought up! Once you start there is not turning back! I had the hardest time when it came to to let my reader rest or re- charge. I needed to keep reading just to see where the next page was taking me! Ever felt as if you were so lost in a book that you have actually felt like you lost yourself from reality? This book will take you there! Well written, there's nothing that I can say that I didn't like about this book! I have not reviewed for this author before, but sure am looking forward to more!
*Received for an honest review*
*Received for an honest review*
October 11, 2015
Clusters has a very interesting hook that made me want to know what was going on. Unfortunately, the book has two problems. First, it could stand a more thorough editing. There are enough errors to be distracting for readers who care about such things. Second, the twist didn't really do the hook justice in my opinion. The plot went in a direction I never expected, but not entirely in a good way. There were still several unanswered questions after "the reveal".
The book is very fast-paced and the characterization was pretty good. Overall I found it to be a pretty entertaining read that could have been something remarkable.
The book is very fast-paced and the characterization was pretty good. Overall I found it to be a pretty entertaining read that could have been something remarkable.
March 19, 2015
I received this from Goodreads, so with that out of the way, let me just say this was a really great escape!
Our hero, a journalist, looking for a story, gets wrapped up in a bigger mystery than he could have possibly imagined. This book keeps you turning pages, as you, yourself, go deeper into frightening territory. Filled with foreboding, you can almost picture misty woods and grey forbidding caves.
I simply could not put this down. My family found me completely unresponsive while I was reading this!
You will read this quickly, and be more than satisfied with it!
Our hero, a journalist, looking for a story, gets wrapped up in a bigger mystery than he could have possibly imagined. This book keeps you turning pages, as you, yourself, go deeper into frightening territory. Filled with foreboding, you can almost picture misty woods and grey forbidding caves.
I simply could not put this down. My family found me completely unresponsive while I was reading this!
You will read this quickly, and be more than satisfied with it!
June 5, 2015
Oh my gosh I loved this book - not only were the "true" stories treated with respect and dignity, but you can see the growth of the characters in their settings as the story progresses. You can feel the fatigue as the searches progress. The relationship between the characters is easy to believe and understand - I was excited for this book to be released and T.M. Williams did not disappoint. Please write more!! Oh, and we want a sequel where the Hominids WIN! Oh and this book gave me a panic attack while camping and I am not afraid of the woods at all. Well done, Williams, well done!
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January 9, 2016
Different
I thought it was really interesting when the author inserted the true stories behind some of the characters. They were weird, sad and spooky. This isn't my usual read as there wasn't any romance. That was fine since it wasn't listed as one. I enjoyed the story, and even though I wasn't thrilled with the ending, it worked. (Not like in Gone Girl where the ending ruined the whole book for me). I would read another of his books. I liked the writing and the pace (and the story!).
I thought it was really interesting when the author inserted the true stories behind some of the characters. They were weird, sad and spooky. This isn't my usual read as there wasn't any romance. That was fine since it wasn't listed as one. I enjoyed the story, and even though I wasn't thrilled with the ending, it worked. (Not like in Gone Girl where the ending ruined the whole book for me). I would read another of his books. I liked the writing and the pace (and the story!).
May 6, 2015
I didn't realize there was so many disappearances in our national parks, I'd like to learn more about that. The author did a good job weaving fiction with truth and coming up with an interesting theory, as well as, informing the public of serious issue.
February 9, 2016
Intriguing
This is a pretty interesting book since the concept is based on actual missing people from national forests. Apparently a lot of people go missing and are never found. The author took that fact and wrote her own conclusion. It was interesting from start to finish.
This is a pretty interesting book since the concept is based on actual missing people from national forests. Apparently a lot of people go missing and are never found. The author took that fact and wrote her own conclusion. It was interesting from start to finish.
February 17, 2015
T.M. Williams you have done a great job of scaring the daylights out of me. I loved this book. The twists and turns had me second guessing everything I thought. I can't wait to read more from her.
February 17, 2015
It's hard for a book to get my attention and to keep it. This book is doing just that. I can't put it down!
June 11, 2015
File this this under those books you won't put down until you finish.
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April 18, 2016
I enjoyed this for the scare factor. It is sad how many people go missing without closure. What happened to the cat? What happened to the camera footage from the drone? Did I miss something?
May 9, 2016
This book had me hooked from the start. Every page had me wanting more.
September 3, 2016
This was a weird one. It's short enough to read in one sitting, and there seems to be a lot going on, but there's a lack of real meat to the story. The first part of the book is full of characters popping up, relating plot then shuffling back out of the book. I rather lost track of who, what, where and when. Still, none of these characters had any depth, and their fate was consequently of no interest to me. Halfway through the book things start to gel into something like a plot, and there's a tantalising whiff of X-Files style action, but somehow this never builds into anything significant. Overall the reader is left wishing this book was either longer, with deeper characterisation and plot - or a far shorter, crisper, short story. Adding to the confusion is the structure of the book, interspersing some chapters with unnecessary, and to my mind somewhat distasteful, descriptions of real-life disappearances.
I wouldn't give up on Williams entirely, and this book does show hints of promise. I do feel that in future she would benefit from sharper editing and proofreading.
I wouldn't give up on Williams entirely, and this book does show hints of promise. I do feel that in future she would benefit from sharper editing and proofreading.
June 12, 2018
I spent much of my time reading this book planning to start my review by saying that it badly needed both an editor and a proofreader. Then I got to the end and saw that the author thanked both her editor and her proofreader in the acknowledgments, which is baffling to me. How did such a terribly written book manage to get past two people whose job it was to make sure the book wasn't written terribly?
Plot lines are introduced and then dropped with no resolution or explanation. Characters are so thinly drawn that they only get a forename or surname, seldom both. Homophone problems abound ("bazaar" instead of "bizarre"; "rod iron" instead of "wrought iron"), as do continuity flaws. And even when the author makes her big reveal of what's really going on, it in no way explains several events that occurred early in the book that led the intrepid journalist protagonist to investigate in the first place.
There were some interesting ideas buried deep in the core of this book that a real editor might have been able to steer into something good, but unfortunately that did not happen.
Plot lines are introduced and then dropped with no resolution or explanation. Characters are so thinly drawn that they only get a forename or surname, seldom both. Homophone problems abound ("bazaar" instead of "bizarre"; "rod iron" instead of "wrought iron"), as do continuity flaws. And even when the author makes her big reveal of what's really going on, it in no way explains several events that occurred early in the book that led the intrepid journalist protagonist to investigate in the first place.
There were some interesting ideas buried deep in the core of this book that a real editor might have been able to steer into something good, but unfortunately that did not happen.
February 21, 2016
Oh dear........deleted this 11% in. A couple of passages make NO sense whatsoever and I couldn't be bothered trying to make sense of it.
Even on one of the opening pages this was written-"...and some never are found" which is pretty rubbish use of the English language but it gets worse. He used buzz's instead of buzzes then this odd sentence-"...something that made this different from all other reporters" and my final hurrah from this author was this passage that makes absolutely no sense whatsoever-"He walked through the dark rooms that he knew so well in the large, single pane, living room window". For real ???
He mentions 2 cases being 600 miles apart after just letting us know it took a reporter 3 hours to drive there. He must be on warp-speed !
I've no patience at all trying to wade through books presented like this.
Even on one of the opening pages this was written-"...and some never are found" which is pretty rubbish use of the English language but it gets worse. He used buzz's instead of buzzes then this odd sentence-"...something that made this different from all other reporters" and my final hurrah from this author was this passage that makes absolutely no sense whatsoever-"He walked through the dark rooms that he knew so well in the large, single pane, living room window". For real ???
He mentions 2 cases being 600 miles apart after just letting us know it took a reporter 3 hours to drive there. He must be on warp-speed !
I've no patience at all trying to wade through books presented like this.
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