Michael and Natalie are having marital problems. She thinks he’s having an affair. He’s worried about her because of her severe insomnia. They see a counselor who suggests they go away together to reconnect. Michael is eager, but Natalie has a different idea. Why not take the children? They’d love New York City, and it would give them a chance to enjoy family time.
When they arrive at the hotel, Natalie sends Michael out for pizza because they’re all tired. When he returns the family and their suitcases are gone. Frantic, he looks for them. Suspecting foul play, he contacts the police, but it appears Natalie left of her own accord. Now Michael is frantic to find her and starts on a cross country road trip with a detective who drops hints about Michael’s past.
The story is fast paced, the plot interesting, and twist at the end unexpected. These are all good points, but there are other aspects that keep the book from being outstanding. The characters are not easy to relate to. Natalie seems completely out of control at times making bad decisions and having hallucinations and delusions. Michael is easier to like, but he is hidden behind his concern for his past.
The book is a bit long, but if you like psychological thrillers, you may enjoy it.
I received this book from St. Martin’s Press for this review.
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