Book Review of A Kind of Hush by JoDee Neathery


Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐-(4/5)

In Jodee’s yet gripping novel, a tragedy thrusts a young family into the heart of a police inquiry. Summer still finds it illogical to forgive Willa, her only child, due to her inability to move past the unintended passing of her older son, Griff. Soon after, the Mackie family readies for an expedition to move on, but disaster strikes again, leaving one family member dead. Deputy Sheriff Boyle begins to suspect them. Indeed, something is amiss, but what could it be? Who is responsible for the unnatural death?


This literary mystery novel comprises a wholesome abundance of themes. There's trauma, family drama, redemption, love wars, and contrition finely laced in the pages of this novel. The plot sells itself entirely. Unfortunately, the lengthy and over-the-top explanations transcended with a good story. 


The author’s attempt to give off a well-developed tale left her throwing long narratives of places, like the overwhelming descriptions of some New York restaurants. I could not pinpoint how such excesses served the plot. I think this book requires a little touch of editing to allow the beauty of the book to flourish. 


Looking past these things, I enjoyed the book. It was a very satisfying read. I would recommend this book to family drama buffs. Readers of mystery, thriller, and suspense novels, would relish this book. Finally, I am rating A Kind Of Hush 4 out of 5 stars. 


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