SOMEBODY’S DAUGHTER by David Bell: Review

I really enjoy a great mystery and suspense story. There are some authors that just have the sequence down pat. Build story, drop some facts, drop some hints along the way, add twists and turns, and keep us all tangled up.

David Bell is one of those authors that is great at the build up and I was excited to be able to review a new release for him. Check out my thoughts below.

SOMEBODY’S DAUGHTER by David Bell
Publisher: Berkley (July 10, 2018)
ISBN-13: 978-0399584466

When Michael Frazier’s ex-wife, Erica, unexpectedly shows up on his doorstep in a frenzy, she drops a bombshell that threatens to rip everything in his life apart: her ten-year-old daughter Felicity is missing—and Michael is the father. Unsure whether this is the truth but unable to stand by and do nothing, Michael follows the elusive trail of a child he has always wanted but never knew he had.

After Michael departs, his wife, Angela, learns shocking news about Erica and fears for the safety of both her husband and the endangered girl. When a stranger, a man who claims a connection to Erica and her missing daughter, knocks on the door, Angela is drawn out into the night—and deep into the tangled web of Michael’s past.

Told over the course of one night, lies that span a decade come bubbling to the surface, putting Michael and his entire family in jeopardy. And as the window for Felicity’s safe return closes, Michael will have to decide who can be trusted and who is hiding the truth.

Review of Somebody’s Daughter by David Bell

I have read several of David Bell’s books now and they have all been great with the edge of your seat, biting your nails, suspense and thrills.

This new book, Somebody’s Daughter, has a great premise and plot. After all, we are talking about a missing child so there is suspense built in just within that aspect.

But something was missing in this book. When the doorbell rang and he found out who was standing on the other side, I knew what direction this book is going to take. I was not wrong by much and the path of the story he took was a bit too obvious.

Don’t get me wrong. The author did include plenty of those key twists to keep us on our toes and keep us connected to the story. But the foreshadowing was not subtle enough and I think that is the difference between this book being a great read and something that just can’t be missed. Plus, a big issue was left unanswered. Hmmm

David Bell has brought us some awesome crime fiction suspense stories and this one is a very good story. It is a story that will keep you entertained, keep that heart rate up just a little bit, and keep you wondering what if…

3.5 Stars!

Disclaimer: Chris has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free ebook so she could evaluate and use it for this post. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.