Today I have a review of 29 Seconds by T.M. Logan, publishing on September 10, 2019 via St. Martin’s Press.
I reviewed Logan’s Lies last year and loved it!
My Thoughts:
Sarah is just starting out with her first professor job, working under Alan Hawthorne, a well known scholar and TV host. Hawthorne is bringing in millions of dollars in grants while he mistreats women and has gotten away with it for years. He now has his sights set on Sarah.
Hawthorne is becoming more dangerous in his advances towards Sarah, and she’s feeling trapped. That all changes when, while driving home, she helps a young child being kidnapped. The father of that child is a bit of a brigand, and he’s in her debt, offering to make all her “problems” disappear. Sarah’s only problem? You know the one.
All she has to do is make a 29 second phone call.
Gosh, I got looped into Sarah’s story fast. I’m sure so many can relate to her. Logan did an impeccable job with these characters. I could imagine them perfectly. Everything heats up after Sarah saves the little girl, and it’s all such a wildly entertaining ride of unpredictability!
Overall, this is another one of those one-sitting, compulsive, addictive reads, so be prepared. Original from start to finish and timely, T.M. Logan has delivered another bold thriller!
I received a complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.
About the Book:
From the bestselling author of LIES comes 29 SECONDS, a sensational new thriller that explores what happens when a split second thought of revenge takes on a life of its own.
“Give me one name. One person. And I will make them disappear.”Sarah is a young professor struggling to prove herself in a workplace controlled by the charming and manipulative Alan Hawthorne, a renowned scholar and television host. The beloved professor rakes in million-dollar grants for the university where Sarah works—so his inappropriate treatment of female colleagues behind closed doors has gone unchallenged for years. And Sarah is his newest target.
When Hawthorne’s advances become threatening, she’s left with nowhere to turn. Until the night she witnesses an attempted kidnapping of a young child on her drive home, and impulsively jumps in to intervene. The child’s father turns out to be a successful businessman with dangerous connections—and her act of bravery has put this powerful man in her debt. He lives by his own brutal code, and all debts must be repaid. In the only way he knows how. The man gives Sarah a burner phone and an unbelievable offer. A once-in-a-lifetime deal that can make all her problems disappear.
No consequences. No traces. No chance of being found out. All it takes is a 29-second phone call.
Because everyone has a name to give. Don’t they?
Have you read 29 Seconds, or is it on your TBR? Happy Reading! ~ Jennifer THR
Fab review!
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Thanks, Nicki!
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This was my first read of the author and I’m now sold! Glad you loved it, too, and if I could have kept my eyes pried open, it would have been a one-sitting read for me as well😏 Excellent review, Jennifer💜
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Thanks, Jonetta! I understand! Woo- the price we pay in lost sleep for these books we love! ♥️
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Great review, I have this on my wishlist and I must go and buy it 😁
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Thanks, Jules! I hope you do and that you enjoy it too! It’s so good!
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I read this one too, Jennifer. Some of it hits close to home, but it’s a great thriller!
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I think it is relatable in some way for so many of us, Kris. ♥️ I’m happy you enjoyed it too!
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I started reading this one last night. Great review, Jennifer!
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Thanks, Darinda! I hope you find it compelling and memorable too!
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Oh oh oh!! I love the sound of this one and after reading your wonderful review, I’m adding it to the mountain!💜 Have a great day Jen!☔💜📚
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Thanks, Sus! It was a great read, and I happen to think you’ll love it!
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Already have this one in my sight. Terrific review of what looks to be quite a thriller!
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Thanks, Marialyce! It was SO GOOD!
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Pretty picture and wonderful review, Jennifer! I added this suspense thriller to my TBR list.🌻💕📚🌹🥰😘
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Thanks, Virginia! It was a great read and I hope you love it too!
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I’ve heard such great things about this author, I’m glad you reviewed this book, because it reminds me I need to try Logan out!
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Thanks, Tammy! I hope you get a chance to check him out!
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I have this book on my bedside table, but I still haven’t read it yet. Loved your review, Jenn, and your photography as always is impeccable.
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Aww, thank you, Stephen! I look forward to your thoughts on it when you get to it!
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I loved this one too!!
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I’m so happy to hear that!
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Ah I love books that force you to read them all in one go! This does sound like a gripping story between the kidnapping and the dangerous advances being made on Sarah!
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It was gripping for sure, LP! Such an original thriller!
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Great review, Jennifer:). I’m glad this one lived up to your expectations after enjoying the previous book so much from this author.
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Thanks, Sarah! Me, too!
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Ooh, this sounds so suspenseful!
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Great review, Jennifer!! <3<3
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Fab review! I’m glad to hear you enjoyed 29 Seconds as well.
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I judged the book by its cover and thought this looked like an addictive read!
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Ooh, sounds intriguing! I’d have difficulty whittling my list down to just one person though – I’d like for him to make the entire House of Commons disappear… 😉
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This one sounds exciting. do hate when people get away with obviously bad behavior. Excellent review!
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Thanks, Anne! It was exciting and entertaining!
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Fantastic review Jennifer! I agree it was very original! It was a edge of your seat read!
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Thanks, Kim! I’m so happy you enjoyed it and found it thrilling too!
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I’m so excited to read this book and can tell that I will get really invested in it like you did! Brilliant review as always, Jennifer!
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Thanks, Darina! I really hope you enjoy it and look forward to your take!
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Another grab me and pull me in review Jennifer. I need to make time for this one as I already have it on my kindle.
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I really liked this one 🙂 Listened to it on audio ❤
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I’m so happy you loved this, too, Norrie. I thought it was fab. ♥️
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