Broken Bayou

De: Jennifer Moorhead

Narrado por: Sophie Amoss

Duración: 10 h y 18 m

Resumen del Editor

In this debut thriller, a troubled child psychologist returns to a small Louisiana town to protect her secrets but winds up having to protect her life.

Dr. Willa Watters is a prominent child psychologist at the height of her career. But when a viral video of a disastrous television interview puts her reputation on the line, Willa retreats to Broken Bayou, the town where she spent most of her childhood summers. There she visits her aunts’ old house and discovers some of her unstable mother’s belongings still languishing in the attic—dusty mementos harboring secrets of her harrowing past.

Willa’s hopes for a respite are quickly crushed, not only by what she finds in that attic but also by what’s been found in the bayou.

With waters dropping due to drought, mysterious barrels containing human remains have surfaced, alongside something else from Willa’s past, something she never thought she’d see again. Divers, police, and media flood the area, including a news reporter gunning for Willa and Travis Arceneaux—a local deputy and old flame.

Willa’s fate seems eerily tied to the murders. And with no one to trust, she must use her wits to stay above water and make it out alive.

©2024 by Jennifer Moorhead. (P)2024 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

Reseñas de la Crítica

“An atmospheric debut that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Broken Bayou had me hooked from the first page!” —Ashley Elston, New York Times bestselling author of First Lie Wins

“Broken Bayou is a spine-tingling, binge-worthy debut from a fresh voice in suspense fiction!” —Liz Talley, USA Today bestselling author

Thrilling Southern Mystery - perfect Summer Read!

"Broken Bayou" is an electrifying thriller that takes the reader deep into the heart of Southern Louisiana. The story's setting is so vividly described that it becomes a character in its own right, with the bayou's murky waters, dense fog, and hidden dangers perfectly mirroring the novel's suspenseful and mysterious tone.

From the first page, the author hooks you with a gripping narrative filled with unexpected twists and turns. The plot is masterfully crafted, keeping you on the edge of your seat and constantly second-guessing what will happen next. Just when you think you've figured it out, the story takes another sharp turn, leading to a climax that you won't see coming.

The characters are well-developed, each with their own secrets and motivations that add depth to the story. The interplay between them is intriguing and keeps the reader invested in their fates. The protagonist's complexity makes her vulnerable and likeable. The desciption of the dark and murky bayou is both thrilling and chilling, capturing the essence of the setting perfectly.

I loved "Broken Bayou" for its atmospheric storytelling, complex characters, and unpredictable plot. It's a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good thriller with a Southern twist. The ending is particularly satisfying, wrapping up the story in a way that feels surprising. The narrator captures the south perfectly with her dialect.

"Broken Bayou" is a testament to Jennifer Moorhead]'s storytelling prowess and a thrilling ride from start to finish. Highly recommended! Can't wait for her next book!!

The way the story weaves everyone together

Great story line it keeps you hooked from the beginning until the end. Unable to stop listening

Great ending

I loved the overall vibe. I just felt like it was a lot of description and kind of all over the place. I love the way the mini stories were added in between chapters to give descriptions of the victims. All in all a good read.

Thrilling

This book was amazing. I couldn't put it down. This book is full of twists and turns with an ending that you don't expect. If you're looking for a suspenseful summer read, this is it!

wow the twists

A story of childhood abuse, secrets, and finally healing. Mental health in many forms.
**trigger warning **

Great read

This book was surprisingly good for it being the author's debut thriller/suspense novel. The storyline kept you drawn in and wanting to keep listening.

fabulous twists

I love how this who-dun-it took me on a wild goose chase and I ended up where I started. Was a bit surprising!

Jaw dropping twists

Absolutely edge of the seat novel!! I loved the pace of the story and all of the twists and turns. A must read!!

Rate it a B- maybe B

I thought the reviews were generous & im being a little generous as well. The book for sure had some interesting elements & exciting turns but so much was redundant. Whitout giving any spoilers, I never understood why she took her shirt off ? How that tied in ? I was very confused. The “who did it” was very predictable last 1-1.5 hours. However, the other 6 hours had you thinking it was someone else. Not trying to be negative bc I did enjoy it, finished it, interesting, exciting, fun twists, solid narration, but wasn’t 5 star. Think all the raving reviews had me expecting a little more.

Great Read

It's been awhile since I have read a good mystery. This one is a great read. Lots of suspense and I thought I had guessed who did it, I was set back a couple. Very good read.a