Today I have a review of a book I group read, The Last Woman in the Forest, available today from Berkley!
About the Book:
From the national bestselling author of Breaking Wild, here is a riveting and powerful thriller about a woman whose greatest threat could be the man she loves.…
Marian Engström has found her true calling: working with rescue dogs to help protect endangered wildlife. Her first assignment takes her to northern Alberta, where she falls in love with her mentor, the daring and brilliant Tate. After they’re separated from each other on another assignment, Marian is shattered to learn of Tate’s tragic death. Worse still is the aftermath in which Marian discovers disturbing inconsistencies about Tate’s life, and begins to wonder if the man she loved could have been responsible for the unsolved murders of at least four women.
Hoping to clear Tate’s name, Marian reaches out to a retired forensic profiler who’s haunted by the open cases. But as Marian relives her relationship with Tate and circles ever closer to the truth, evil stalks her every move.…
My Thoughts:
Marian Engstrom is working with rescue dogs to protect wildlife. It’s her dream job, and she travels to northern Alberta only to fall in love with her mentor, Tate.
Marian is on a different assignment, away from Tate, when she finds out about his tragic death. On top of that, things start falling into place that suggest Tate may have been responsible for murdering four women.
Marian hires a forensic profiler to help prove Tate’s innocence and solve the murders, but as Marian gets closer to the truth, a darkness surrounds her.
The Last Woman in the Forest is a slow builder with beautiful writing easily bringing to mind the majestic landscape. I found the twists surprising, the overall the plot was chilling, and the back and forth timeline only added to the suspense. Overall, I recommend this creepy, original, atmospheric thriller.
I received a complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.
Check out these reviews by the other Book Besties:
Berit at Audio Killed the Bookmark
Mackenzie at PhDiva
I have heard of such a book. Seems like a sweet read
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It was a terrific read, Shalini! So original!
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This seems perfect for my taste and the cover is pulling me in! It does sound atmospheric too. Definitely adding it. Great review, Jen. Glad you enjoyed. 😁
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Thanks, favorite M! It’s a wonderfully atmospheric thriller, and I hope you get a chance to read it! ♥️
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You had me at atmospheric thriller. This one sounds so good. Great review.
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Thanks, Diana! The atmosphere was SO good in this one.
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Love that beautiful cover. Looks interesting. Nice review, Jennifer!
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Thanks, Marialyce! That cover is striking, isn’t it? It was a wonderful read.
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I would read this just because of the rescue dog storyline😊 Thanks for putting it on my radar!
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Thanks, Tammy! That was one fo my favorite aspects about it, too! So endearing!
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I am so “mad” at you for posting this!!! I read your review and instantly had to buy the book…even though I am on a book buying ban!!! 🙂 XO
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😂 I’m so sorry, Kelli! I can’t wait to hear what you think of it! The pressure! I hope you love it! ♥️
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I have this one to read and your review has moved it to the forefront. I love the Canadian setting which is why I got it. I can’t wait!
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Thanks, Mackey! Oh, yes, that setting- she brings it to life so richly! I’ll be watching for your thoughts!
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Wonderful review and picture, Jennifer! I have not read this suspenseful thriller and added it to my tbr list. 🐺🌸🌷💕📚
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Thanks, Virginia! I think you’d enjoy this one! Happy reading! ♥️
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Wonderful review! The twist was so great in the one. And I agree—chilling! Glad we got to read this together 💕
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Thanks, Mack! I agree with you! ♥️
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I love atmospheric writing!! This sounds very I triguung
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It’s beautifully done, Jee! Thank you so much! ♥️
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*intriguing! Great review, Jennifer! ❤️
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Great review Jen! Sounds very creepy!! Love your tulips too!😀💙
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Thanks so much, Sus! Mine are coming up in the yard- yay! But I’m worried about these next few cold nights! I thought of you yesterday when we had our tree person come out – we have a lot of stuff that has to be cut back each spring…He said he would be back after last freeze in two or three weeks! Two or three weeks! WOOOOOOO! ♥️
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Beautiful writing always helps with a slow burning story. Great review!
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Thanks, Chrissi! That’s absolutely true!
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Majestic is the perfect word! Loved reading this chilling and thrilling story with you! 🌲🐾
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Thanks so much, Berit! Those emojis are perfect for this book! ♥️
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I agree this one was pretty creepy at times. Wonderful review Jenni! ❤
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Thanks so much, Holls! It definitely was! Like it gave me the chills! ♥️
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I love the cover. Excellent review. I think I would like this dark mystery, with a dog and plenty of nature.
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Thanks, Anne! Me, too! I read the author has another book with similar atmosphere and dogs, too. She is wonderful at conveying the things she’s passionate about – nature and animals. ♥️
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Another beautiful cover!! Also, definitely not a plot twist that I was expected … but hopefully no harm comes to any of the rescues!!!
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The doggies are safe, thank goodness. I love this eye-catching cover, too, LP!
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Another one I passed up. Dang. Love your review, Jennifer! I want it now😧
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Thanks, Jonetta! That’s hard, I know! We can’t read them all, and it can be so hard to pick!
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Again I say, you Besties are so bad for my TBR. Wonderful review Jennifer. I have this one on my TBR now and am looking forward to getting to it. The mystery, thrill and wonderful setting have me wanting to get to it sooner rather than later. Of course, that cover is amazing as well.
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I think so, too, Carla. This is such a special and different kind of read. I hope you enjoy it when you get to it, and I look forward to your thoughts!
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Looks interesting Jenni! Great review as always my friend! 🤗
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Thanks, Beth! The atmosphere and animals added so much to this one!
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Beautiful review!
And what a plot! I’m intrigued. First i thought it’s going to be some depressing love story, but the murder mystery defo piqued my interest 😀
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Thanks, Norrie! It was a different sort of thriller for sure. The setting was my favorite aspect!
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I need to stop reading your book reviews, Jennifer. I’m adding way too many books to my TBR! LOL!
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😂 aww, Janet, I’m sorry! You have definitely tempted me as well!
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