The Lucky Ones: A Novel

The Lucky Ones by Tiffany Reisz was a uniquely one of a kind experience. I relished the writing style, and variety of genres that were woven together to create this seamless and profoundly written mystery. Allison receives a letter from her former foster brother, thirteen years after leaving their home on the Oregon Coast. Learning her foster dad, Dr Capello, a man of strength, virtuosity and unconditional love is on his death bed, she decides to return to her childhood home to say goodbye. Upon arriving to the coastal house, that was Allison’s home for years, she finds her past has begun to haunt her. Removed from the home after a fall and a bout of amnesia, she chose to move on and avoid thinking about that period of her life, until now. Back in the house, she begins to dig into the unanswered question of who may have wanted to bring her harm when she was just a child. Is she safe after all these years or could the person who wanted her gone still be out to get her? Allison rekindles her relationship with her foster siblings, as well as spends time with Dr Capello. As more questions arise, she begins to investigate unusual circumstances from many years past and what comes to light could change everything she thought she knew. She struggles with discovering who she can trust. It seems there may be some who prefer the secrets from their past remain buried, and they will stop at nothing to succeed. This book encompassed such an array of genres. There was plenty of mystery, suspense, and romance. Parts were so creepy I had a chill down my spine. Others were unexpected and shocking. One thing this book is not, is predictable. With all the different aspects mixed together, by the end I was left pondering my thoughts and feelings based on the unforeseen turn of events. It pushed deep down, was thought provoking, and intriguing. While I tore through this book in one day, I would say this was not a thrilling page turner. This book goes to a much deeper level. It is a stimulating mystery that will keep compelling you forward, in a desire to unravel the astonishing secrets of before. 4.5 stars for The Lucky Ones

Enjoyed this read, could not stop reading once i picked it up!

Another well written and engrossing story!!