Pawing Through my TBR
Welcome to my TBR Clear-Out Corner!
This is where I finally give some long-overdue love to the books that have been sitting (and staying!) on my shelves for far too long. With my trusty pups by my side and a cup of something warm in hand, I’m slowly but surely digging into the pile—one page at a time. Whether it’s a forgotten ARC, a backlist favorite, or that book I swore I’d read last year, this space is dedicated to fetching stories that have patiently waited their turn. Sit, stay, and scroll through what’s finally being read!
Now it’s your turn!
Got a TBR pile that’s starting to resemble a small mountain? Let’s tackle it together! Whether you’re clearing out unread books, rediscovering hidden gems, or finally cracking open that one novel everyone raved about, I’d love to hear what you’re reading. Drop your current TBR pick in the comments, or tag me in your posts—let’s make room on our shelves for new favorites, one pawprint at a time. 🐾
Just Another Missing Person by Gillian McAllister
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4 Pawprints – A Haunting, Clever Thriller with a Gut-Punch of a Twist
Gillian McAllister delivers yet again with Just Another Missing Person, a suspenseful and emotionally layered thriller that starts with a familiar premise—a missing teenage girl—and unravels into something much more intricate.
Detective Julia is assigned to the case of a young woman who disappears without a trace. But from the start, things feel off. Surveillance footage doesn’t add up, witnesses go quiet, and Julia’s own past starts clawing at her heels. As the case deepens, so does Julia’s moral dilemma—what would you do to protect your family, even if it meant compromising your integrity?
McAllister masterfully blends police procedural with deep emotional stakes, crafting a narrative where every choice feels weighty and personal. The pacing is steady but suspenseful, leading to a mid-book twist that completely redefines what you thought you were reading. That pivot is where the novel truly shines.
Some sections could have used a bit more urgency, but the emotional payoff and ethical gray areas make this a standout. This isn’t just a thriller—it’s a story about motherhood, sacrifice, and the cost of doing the “right” thing.
A quote that lingers:
“We all make decisions we think we can live with—until we have to.”
For fans of layered mysteries that ask big questions, Just Another Missing Person will leave you thinking long after you’ve turned the final page.