Many thanks to NetGalley and Oceanview Publishing for gifting me a digital copy of this crime story by Matt Witten - 4 stars for an intriguing read!
Twenty years ago, Susan and Danny's young daughter was murdered. A suspect confessed and was sentenced to death for the crime. In the present time, Curt, or The Monster, as Susan refers to him, is set to be executed. Susan is determined to be in North Dakota to see him die, so with the help of her Upstate New York community, she sets out to drive there. However, along the way she uncovers what she believes to be evidence that Curt is possibly innocent.
This was a good crime/mystery story that kept me interested until the end. You will feel for Susan as she does everything possible to get to North Dakota. There are additional strong characters in Kyra, a teenager who helps Susan, and Robert, the FBI agent who got Curt's confession. Extra points were given because this story takes place in my area and I loved reading about all the local spots the author put in this book. Be sure to read the author's note at the end - he's spent lots of time in this area as well, plus the book has a true crime story at its inception.
Hi Sharon, Thanks so much for your review of The Necklace! I'm glad you enjoyed. I wanted to let you know that my next novel, Killer Story, will come out from Oceanview in January.
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