Angela
Wong’s remains are discovered after fourteen years. For fourteen years, Geo has
buried the secret. For fourteen years, she has been waiting for the truth of
what happened to her best friend to come out. When it did, the only surprise
was the arresting officer—Detective Kaiser Brody. Geo, Kaiser, and Angela were
the best of friends, until the events of that night forever changed the future.
Geo
leads us on a fourteen-year ride, resulting in the knowledge that there are
things worse than death.
This
story starts out in the murder trial of serial killer Calvin James. From there
it takes to on many twists and turns from that fateful night fourteen years ago
through years following the trial, when Geo is finally released from prison.
The
detailed glimpses inside prison walls and inside Geo’s soul are riveting. Is a
person simply bad or good? Or is there a little good in the worst of us—a bit
of evil in the best? Do we just see what we want to see?
Jar
of Hearts is a fast-paced thriller filled with surprises. It’s also filled with
a lot of foul language, some sex scenes, and graphic violence. Even though I
prefer not to read those things, I was reeled in by the synopsis. The story held me captive to the very end. If you are sensitive to these details, do
not read this book. Otherwise, grab it! If you’re looking for an intense
thriller with strong characters, a terrific plot, and action from start to
finish, don’t pass up Jar of Hearts.
I
give this book five stars with an asterisk for language and content. If Hillier
published a “cleaner” version, I would give it seven stars! It’s that good.
Available
for pre-buy now, Jar of Hearts releases on June 12, 2018.
I received a complimentary copy of this book via
NetGalley. My review is voluntary and contains my own thoughts and opinions.
