Just Another Missing Person: A Novel

"Twisty and complex, with unexpected turns...and characters you really root for."--Emily Henry, #1 New York Times bestselling author

From the author of the Reese's Book Club Pick and the New York Times bestseller Wrong Place Wrong Time comes a new heart-stopping thriller in which a missing-person case unravels deeper, darker secrets that lead a detective to an impossible moral choice.

Not everyone who is lost should be found...

Twenty-two-year-old Olivia has been missing for one day...and counting. She was last seen on CCTV, entering a dead-end alley. And not coming back out again.

Julia, the detective heading up the search for Olivia, thinks she knows what to expect. A desperate family, a ticking clock, and long hours away from her husband and daughter. But she has no idea just how close to home this case is going to get.

Because the criminal at the heart of the disappearance has something she never expected. His weapon isn't a gun, or a knife: it's a secret. Her worst one. And her family's safety depends on one thing: Julia must NOT find out what happened to Olivia - and must frame somebody else for her murder.

If you find her, you will lose everything. What would you do?

This clever and endlessly surprising thriller is laced with a clever look at family and motherhood, and cements Gillian McAllister as a major talent in the world of suspense and a master of creating ethical dilemmas that show just how murky the distinction between right and wrong can be.

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376 pages

Average rating: 6.61

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Hotmessbooklover
Feb 05, 2025
5/10 stars
"Just Another Missing Person" is a classic cozy mystery that is both formulaic and engaging. The plot unfolds with a decent level of suspense, though I found some elements to be a bit predictable. This predictability may stem from McAllister's skillful foreshadowing, which adds an extra layer of anticipation to the story. Despite its predictability, the book managed to keep me entertained and invested in the characters and their journey. It's a delightful read for those who enjoy cozy mysteries, providing just the right mix of intrigue and charm.
KateGoodwin
Jan 31, 2025
6/10 stars
Slow start, better 2nd half.
Juliaj
Jan 23, 2025
8/10 stars
I liked this book but it was confusing at times when written in first person Great twist at the end though.
Stevie JM
Sep 11, 2024
10/10 stars
Top marks for this one full of clever twists!
Camzozo
Apr 02, 2024
6/10 stars
I thought it was a super quick, holiday type read. Not too racing on the brain, but fast and held my interest.

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