Don't Look Back

By: Jennifer L. Armentrout

Narrated by: Carla Mercer-Meyer

Length: 11 hrs and 45 mins

Publisher's summary

Samantha is a stranger in her own life. Until the night she disappeared with her best friend Cassie, everyone said Sam had it all - popularity, wealth, and a dream boyfriend. Sam has resurfaced, but she has no recollection of who she is or what happened to her that night. As she tries to piece together her life from before, Sam realizes that it's one she no longer wants any part of. The old Sam took "mean girl" to a whole new level, and it's clear that she and Cassie were more like best enemies. Sam is pretty sure that losing her memories is like winning the lottery. She's getting a second chance at being a better daughter, sister, and friend, and she's falling hard for Carson Ortiz, a boy who has always looked out for her-even if the old Sam treated him like trash.

But Cassie is still missing, and the facts about what happened to her that night aren't just buried deep inside of Sam's memory. Someone else knows - someone who wants to make sure that Sam stays quiet.

©2014 Jennifer L. Armentrout (P)2015 Tantor

Critic reviews

"This engrossing thriller packs a heady atmospheric punch with plenty of theatrical scares." ( Kirkus)

Whaaaaat?

Loved it. Great twist at the end! Couldn't wait to finish it. Good narrator too!

I loved loved loved the book!

I have been a fan of Jennifer L Armentrout books, but this one exceeded my expectations! Wish she would right more mysteries and thrillers!

Another great stand alone story

Jennifer L. Armentrout knows how to keep us captivated. Don’t look back is my number 2 in her stand alone novellas. The characters are interesting and make you imagine they are real. Sam and Carson make you feel like you’re in high school again experiencing your first real love. The narrator did a wonderful job and keeps your attention!

Unexpected twists and turns!

This story contains excellent detail and poignant language. There is an intense usage of imagery and figurative language that at times left me feeling as if I was truly in the story. Unlike most young adult fiction I found this book geared at a slightly older audience and its plot to be much less predictable than I had initially expected. The ending was an unforeseen surprise well worth the wait.

Great mystery

Even though I was able to predict the “who done it?” I was captivated by this story. It did leave me second guessing myself and instincts. Couldn’t stop once started.

one of the best stories by Jennifer armentrout.

this is exactly the kind of story that keeps you coming back for more. It has suspense, romance, the perfect combination.

Loved the Premise, Hated the Perception of Mental Health

This book was great. The narrator was great. There was a huge contrast between Carla Mercer-Meyer and the previous narrator I listened to, and it was a huge improvement. I loved this book, all in all, except for how the main character, Sam, perceived mental health. I *hope* that it’s because it’s been eight years since it was published, and that perhaps things have changed enough in that time that Sam wouldn’t protest seeing a psychiatrist, think medications would numb her to the world, and think that a guy wouldn’t want to go to prom with her because of those things. Mental health needs to be normalized, because it’s just as important as physical health. But beyond that, this book made me gasp, made my heart race, and kept me invested.

Loved it!

First book I picked by this author and I will definitely look for more.
Also liked the narrator.

Another great book!

What a suspenseful read. I fell in love with the characters from the start. Love Jennifer Armentrout!

5 Stars No Doubt

I remember getting a physical copy of this book from my high school library in either 10th or 11th grade and falling in love with this story from the first chapter. Now years later I can still confidently say that this is one of my absolute favorite books. The plot, the dialogue, and the concept captured and held my attention in a way I haven't been able to find in another book. Listening to the story being read to me has only reminded me why I loved this book so much. 5 Stars No Doubt.