The Family Bones by Elle Marr
Thank you to Wunderkind PR for my copy; all opinions are my own
Olivia Eriksen is a Psych student studying where being psychopathic is something you’re born with, or grow into. She’s particularly interested in this subject because a lot of people in her family show psychopathic tendencies. Some are actual murderers, but not all of them. She brings her fiance to a family reunion so she can get a one-on-one interview with her grandfather for her dissertation. Of course, things immediately start to go wrong and Olivia’s not sure who is to blame…
I liked this one overall, but it wasn’t a favorite. I thought it was a bit of a slow build and then I ended up guessing most of the twists, based on clues throughout. I did find the premise interesting and it definitely picks up once you get near the end. There’s Olivia’s POV and then the POV of a podcaster who is looking into a missing person case. I wish the podcaster, Birdie, played a larger role.
I gave this 3 stars, but I have read Lies We Bury by Marr and that was a 5 star read, so I do like the author and would read more of their work.
Sounds like it could be interesting, but also that it didn’t quite make a huge impression. Thanks for sharing!
I don’t mind figuring a few things out with well placed clues, but I’m always a little disappointed when no are really no surprises or twists at all. Glad it was still enjoyable!
Ok, Olivia and her family (and this premise actually) kind of blow my mind an dmake me very curious about this! I am glad it picks up to the end@
I like the idea of a podcaster investigation. Too bad this didn’t quite meet expectations. I’ll look into Lie We Bury.
I guess there is some comfort in knowing how things will end, but sometimes we really want more for sure!
The premise definitely does sound interesting, but I cannot stand when you can pretty much guess everything throughout, especially in a book that is supposed to be a mystery or thriller. Takes out all the fun. Sorry this wasn’t a win for you, but glad it wasn’t terrible either!
Definitely an interesting premise!