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Daughter of Mine by Megan Miranda

samsullivan220's review against another edition

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challenging dark mysterious tense medium-paced

4.5

mayaa3252's review against another edition

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3.0

This was okay. I liked the last 25%, but it felt like it took way too long for anything to really happen.

susanm_82's review against another edition

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dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

3.75

beeson_sherry's review against another edition

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4.0

When Hazel’s father dies, she’s left as the beneficiary of his home even though her father had sons. As Hazel explores the house, she’s thrown back into the disappearance of her mother. Her inheritance holds the clues to this mystery.

storyteller86's review against another edition

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5.0

When Hazel Sharp, daughter of Mirror Lake’s longtime local detective, unexpectedly inherits her childhood home, she’s warily drawn back to the town—and people—she left behind almost a decade earlier. But Hazel’s not the only relic of the past to return: a drought has descended on the region, and as the water level in the lake drops, long-hidden secrets begin to emerge…including evidence that may help finally explain the mystery of her mother’s disappearance.

Haunting.

Of all the books by Megan Miranda that I read, this one is my favorite. I was captivated by this book from the very beginning. Daughter of Mine is the type of mystery that you can’t get enough of. Every page had me wondering what was to come next. There is more behind Hazel’s mother leaving all those years ago. I wondered if Caden wanted Hazel to leave it alone because he knew something. I attempted to like Caden and understand why he was so cruel to Hazel, but I couldn’t. It felt like he blamed her for everything. He wasn't a character that was easy to like. I wondered what Caden was hiding.

Daughter Of Mine was frightening to read, especially at night. I felt Hazel’s fear when she sensed someone at the house, and I found myself looking around my room despite knowing that nobody was there. This was one of the books in which everyone was a suspect, everyone hiding something. I was on the edge of my seat, attempting to figure out along with Hazel who was responsible. Just when I thought I had figured out who it was, Miranda threw another twist our way. Daughter of Mine is a book that will keep you engaged.

The storyline isn't the only thing that caught my attention; it was also the cover and the title. Even if you've never read any of Megan Miranda's books, the cover alone shows mystery, intriguing your curiosity about the story within. I found the title intriguing, and as I began reading the book, the title made perfect sense. I highly recommend this book to any fans of mystery and thrillers. Be prepared for a thrilling experience!

mj_86's review against another edition

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dark mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5


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coupenn's review against another edition

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3.0

Story is 4 stars, but oh my, WHAT was that ending. I was not a fan of the last 75 or so pages.

aabravanel32's review against another edition

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challenging dark emotional lighthearted mysterious tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Way to go Alayna!!!

jordanreedsbooks's review against another edition

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4.0

As a long time fan of Megan Miranda, this book met and exceeded my expectations! This book kept me guessing the whole time as to who did it. I don't recommend reading this at night alone, it's had me on edge the whole last half. Would have been a five star for me if the ending didn't feel so rushed.

Hazel, the step daughter of a local police officer who has passed gets full rights to the house in his will. Her two brothers are of course upset. The boys mom passed in a tragic accident years ago, Hazel's mom disappeared. Or did she?

I'd absolutely recommend this book to anyone who loves a good thriller!

Thank you netgalley, Megan Miranda and the publisher for the ARC.

sailinginthetea's review against another edition

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dark mysterious tense medium-paced

4.75