Ask for Andrea: A Thriller

Noelle Ihli books are THE BEST. Couldn’t put this book down, very quick read… you really feel for all the characters… I was practically screaming toward the end of the book so I HIGHLY recommend. And she’s local so it’s even better 📍 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Other books of hers I’d recommend - Gray After Dark Run on Red None Left to Tell

4 stars because I read it in practically one sitting, but I wish I could get that time back. The story felt like it was told by an eighth grader who watched one episode of Dateline and decided to write a murder mystery. It was poorly written and the occasional plot holes and repetition took me way out of the story. The main characters don’t “find each other” until 2/3 of the way through the story. After that point, they mainly act as narrators for April’s story and don’t really have any actual impact. Very cool premise, but not very well executed unfortunately. :(

The character development felt soft but strong with nothing forced, nothing rushed. The story unfolds naturally, and you grow with these women in a way that feels effortless. The dual timelines and shifting perspectives (which can be confusing in so many thrillers) were handled beautifully. The transitions were smooth, intentional, and never once took me out of the story. Noelle truly kept the flow steady and immersive. This is a slower-paced thriller where you technically know “who did it”… but that doesn’t make it any less gripping. You’re still left with questions. You’re still waiting for the moment everything collides. And that anticipation builds in the best way. The ending wrapped up in a way that felt earned and satisfying which is hard to explain without spoilers, but trust me… it works. If you enjoy character-driven thrillers with emotional depth and a steady burn, I definitely recommend giving this one a read.

A solid 4.5 ⭐️

Loved it! Had me gripped the entire book. Read it!!

Refreshing spin on a psychological thriller. Also had some feel good parts I didn’t expect