Today I have a review of Sadie! I’m sure you’ve seen this book around the blogosphere or Goodreads, and more than likely you’ve noticed the praise showered upon it. All absolutely, positively well-deserved. Please read on and let me introduce you to Sadie, an unforgettable, tenderly drawn character.
My Thoughts:
Sadie’s dad has never been around, and her mom walked out and left her as a teen to raise her younger sister, Mattie. They live in a deserted town in a trailer park where an elderly neighbor tries her best to look in on them but can only do so much.
One day Mattie is found dead, and Sadie understandably falls apart. But not for long because she finds herself buying a car to go cross country in search of her sister’s killer. She has just a few clues in her arsenal, but she is on his trail.
The story is told from Sadie’s perspective alternating with West McCray, a radio host recording a podcast while he tries to track Sadie down. Will West catch up to Sadie before something happens to her?
Sadie will absolutely break your heart. But don’t let that stop you from reading her story because she is someone everyone should get to know. So pure of heart, vulnerable and yet tough as nails, steadfast and wily. She is completely relatable and endearing in that intense vulnerability. She carries a piece of all of us in her character.
Sadie’s story is vivid and multi-dimensional. You will imagine the podcast is real and that Sadie is out there searching for Mattie, while West is searching for her. I know I did. I wish we could heal all the Sadies of the world so that the generational pain families inflict on one another could have less of a chance of being passed on. Everything about this story is brave, confrontational, brutal, ethereal, and breathtaking. I feel like I saw Sadie’s actual heart on those pages.
Thank you to Wednesday Books/St. Martin’s Press for the complimentary ARC. All opinions are my own.
Synopsis:
Sadie hasn’t had an easy life. Growing up on her own, she’s been raising her sister Mattie in an isolated small town, trying her best to provide a normal life and keep their heads above water.
But when Mattie is found dead, Sadie’s entire world crumbles. After a somewhat botched police investigation, Sadie is determined to bring her sister’s killer to justice and hits the road following a few meagre clues to find him.
When West McCray—a radio personality working on a segment about small, forgotten towns in America—overhears Sadie’s story at a local gas station, he becomes obsessed with finding the missing girl. He starts his own podcast as he tracks Sadie’s journey, trying to figure out what happened, hoping to find her before it’s too late.
Have you read Sadie, or do you plan to? Happy Reading! ~ Jennifer THR
Wow, Jennifer! What a beautiful review. You’ve represented Sadie so, so well.
I haven’t heard about this book so thanks for putting it on my radar.
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Thank you, Jonetta! Sadie really pulls on your heart. I think you’ll enjoy this one and you have me wondering about the audio for it! 😊
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I plan to read this book! It sounds really good. Fab review.
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Thank you, Chrissi! I don’t think you’ll regret reading this one. It’s definitely a stand-out.
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Thx for telling me about this book Jennifer. I think I might have seen it somewhere but didn’t have a clue what it was about. Very nice review of it. 😉
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Thanks, Laurie! It had much more depth than I ever expected, and the writing was so clear. I hope you’ve been having a great week so far! 💕
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Thanks Jennifer. 😉
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This one sounds like a real heart wrenching story… I love how well you describe Sadie’s character… 💗
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Aw, thank you, Lana! There is so much to her, she’s so well-written, that it was easier to describe her than it is with some characters. Hope you having some good quiet times this morning! ♥️
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Yes! Me too!🤗
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Beautiful review! I am anxious to read this book.
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Wonderful review of a book I am most anxious to read.
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Thanks, Marialyce! I hope it’s as meaningful to you as it was to me! Such a heartbreaking and honest read.
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Started this one last night! Love your review Jennifer!
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Thanks, Holls! I just missed reading this with you! I can’t wait to hear what you think! 💗 xo
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Wonderful review, Jennifer. Cannot wait to read this suspenseful novel. Thanks for recommendation. Happy Thursday! 🔦❤️📚
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Thank you, Virginia! I hope it’s a book you love, too! Also hope you’ve had a great Thursday! 💕
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Wow, what an awesome review Jennifer. Sadie does sound like a kickass herione, I have to read this now, it sounds too good to pass up! Thank you for sharing this wonderful review with all of us Jennifer. Have a great Thursday honey 😉
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Thank you, Jody! This is such a special story. I hope it’s a great read for you, too, and can’t wait to read what you think! Happy almost Friday! ♥️
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I loved this book and this review, Jennifer! Excellent ❤
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Thanks, Dee! I loved your review of this one too! Xo 😘
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Awesome review jen! Yes I do have this one and I’m planning on reading it very soon!😊💖
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Thanks, Sus! Oh, I’m super excited to see what you think of Sadie’s story. It’s definitely a tissue read. 💗 xo Hope you’ve had a good day!
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OMG! I perused NG um, well, a few times today so……🤔🤔 I’m afraid of what my haul will look like this week and next!!😊💖
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Ohh, do you want to confess just how many you requested? ♥️
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Well…,uh….well……I already got approved for four today and I’m waiting on 12!😰😰😰 It’s not my fault that Kensington added so many today and I browsed St Martin’s and you know what that’s like right?😊💖
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SMP on NG is like a mine field, but a wonderfully beautiful mine field if that’s possible! 😆 I can’t wait for your update this weekend! I love the suspense! ♥️
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SMH……it’s gonna be embarrassing!😱😱😱😱
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Great review! I’ve been on the fence about this one. Good reviews make me want to give it a chance.
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Thanks, Darinda! I don’t think I’ve seen any bad reviews of this amongst my reader friends. I hope you enjoy it, too, if you try it! 😊
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One of my favorite books of the year! Great review!
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Thanks, Paul! I can completely see why!
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Great review! How was this book not even on my radar before, but it certainly is now!
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Thanks, Janel! Oh, yes, it needs to be on your radar for certain! ♥️
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Fabulous review! Cannot wait to sink my teeth into this book!😁
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Thanks, Berit! I believe you will love Sadie and this book! 💜
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You always make books sound irresistible! It’s not good for my TBR… 😉
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I know, FF, I’ll have you upset about an up-tick in the TBR! 😉 😂 This book is a hard one to describe without gushing because of Sadie’s character!
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You make some of the best book pics I’ve ever seen. They really draw me to your posts. 😀
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Aw, thank you so much! I really love working on them, and it makes my day to hear that, so thank you again! 💗
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wow Jennifer, this sounds like quite a good read. I love all that you said about Sadie and the Sadies of this world. Sounds like an emotional read. Fab review!
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Thanks, Diana! It was a great emotional read, and I know you enjoy emotional reads too. Sadie is such an endearing character. It’s hard to forget her!
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Ahhh I need to read this! Great review, Jennifer!
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Thanks, Mack! I think you’d find it a wonderful read! ♥️
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I definitely plan to now Jen! Beautiful review and sounds like a heart-breaking read. I love a strong female character too!
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Thanks, Beth! This is totally your type of read. I just know you will love it, especially Sadie’s character. ♥️
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Such an awesome review, Jennifer! ❤ I'm so excited for this one. I requested the ARC a tad late (like…two days ago haha) so I don't know if I'll get it, but definitely be getting it one way or the other (bookstore, library, begging…) I can NOT wait to meet Sadie. 😀
(I wrote up this comment yesterday but forgot to post it!! Whoops! 😅)
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Aw, thanks for coming back to post your comment, Kathy, and thank you! Yeah, you definitely should not miss this one. I hope youc an get your hands on it, and I have my fingers crossed for the ARC! Either way, I can’t to read what you make of it once you do read it! 💗
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I don’t know if I should be more worried or excited about getting the ARC. 😛 I already have like…7 reviews I need to post by early September. I don’t know how you it!
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I slowed down on requesting and can finally breathe again. I’ve “only” had three reviews this week. I am worried, though, because just as soon as I got used to this, I requested some books, and I haven’t put them on the calendar (I’m bad about looking at the dates when I actually request!). Your reviews are more well-written and engaging than mine, and I know that must take a tremendous amount of time. You know what- if they aren’t all on time, it’s ok. Just do the best you can and that’s all that matters. Reviews are helpful no matter when they are written. ♥️
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You’re the sweetest, Jennifer. That actually makes me feel a LOT better and takes a load off my back. ❤ ❤ Maybe I'll read some light comics or romance books before diving into ARCs again. 🙂
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Wonderful review Jennifer! I read this one and I do agree with you. It was heartbreaking and it felt like Sadie’s life just flew out of these pages making it all so real. I can’t wait for more people loving this book.
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Thank you, Justine! I remember your review, and I think it was a reason behind me requesting this one! I’m grateful for that! I know, I want everyone to read and love Sadie too. I definitely need more reads from this author.
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What?! Really?! Oh, my gosh. You just made my day. Ahhhh, I mean being a bit responsible for you requesting it. Thank you Jennifer! Yes, more like we need to read more from Courtney 💕💕
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Absolutely to all, Justine! 😘 Make sure you sign up for the author’s newsletter if you haven’t already. She sent one out today, and everything she writes, gosh. She is just so thoughtful.
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I definitely plan to read it! Hopefully soon, your review has made me more excited!!
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Annie, I predict you will love this book! I can’t wait to hear your thoughts!
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I loooved this book! Great review! 😀 Have you listened to the podcast based on it?
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Thank you, Marie! I’m so happy you loved this one, too. I have not listened to the podcast, but I want to! Have you by chance signed up for the author’s newsletter? I’m soaking up everything she writes! It looks like I got a new one this morning!
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I like the podcast. It was really well made and brings a new life to the book. 😱 Yes, I signed up for it. 😀
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I only found out about this book recently but i want to read it at some point. That podcast thing sounds really cool! Reminds me of Six Stories in that aspect, and also cuz it’s another book i’m planning to read but haven’t got to it yet…
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I still need to read Six Stories! I have it waiting on my Kindle! I think you’d enjoy this one. Sadie is such a complex, endearing character, and quite fierce!
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