Into the Fall

When I rated this to my friend I feel I was a bit too generous, especially after reading the reviews. 

Did I enjoy it? Mostly. Felt the pace was good, liked the jump in timelines and characters however I did feel the author waffled on in great detail about things that weren't necessarily needed to be that highly detailed. Almost like when you try to reach the word count on an essay. Twist was a surprise for me however I do prefer darker twists which is maybe why it was a surprise. It did keep me guessing for the most part. 

Book Review: Into the Fall by Tamara L. Miller 📚

Rating: 4 Stars

Tamara L. Miller's debut novel, Into the Fall, is a gripping psychological thriller that takes you deep into the wild, rugged beauty of the Canadian Shield. The story centers around Sarah Anderson, whose seemingly perfect life—a successful career, a lovely home in Ottawa, and two young children—is thrown into chaos when her husband, Matthew, mysteriously disappears during a family trip up north. 🌲🚗❄️

What follows is a tense and atmospheric journey through the vast wilderness filled with lakes, cliffs, and dense forests that feel both breathtaking and menacing. As Sarah struggles to keep her family safe amid an approaching storm, she finds herself caught between the help of a compassionate local lawman and the skepticism of a city cop. Beyond the search for Matthew, the novel digs into the shadows lurking in Sarah’s marriage and forces her to confront painful truths about herself and her past, including reconnecting with her estranged sister. 🌧️🏞️👮‍♂️

I have to say, the cover caught my eye immediately—it’s beautiful and perfectly sets the tone for the story inside. I ended up reading this book in just two sittings because it was so engaging. Miller’s writing is sharp and well-paced, successfully balancing suspense with emotional depth. The setting is vividly portrayed, making you feel the isolation and raw power of the Canadian wilderness alongside the characters. 📚👀💨

Overall, Into the Fall is a strong debut novel with a compelling plot and atmospheric setting that kept me hooked. It’s not quite perfect—there were moments I wanted a bit more depth in character development—but it’s definitely a solid read that I’d recommend to fans of psychological thrillers and nature-infused mysteries alike. Four stars from me!

⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️

Sarah’s husband goes missing and I immediately think that she killed him. Boy, was I wrong…

The book was doing so well and then we were given that ending… It was a bit disappointing. Sarah was acting suspicious so rightfully I spent the entire book blaming her for her husband’s disappearance and the whole time she had nothing to do with it. There is so much build-up for nothing IMO. The new information that was received about her husband was a bit shocking (out of everything he could’ve been doing I did not expect what he was actually doing) but it was entertaining at least. I wouldn’t recommend this book but if you’re going into it just know it's more of a mystery than a thriller. I hope to find better books from this author.

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This is an Advanced Listener copy. Although this book was given to me as an ALC my thoughts are my own. Thank you, Tamara L. Miller and NetGalley for the ALC opportunity!

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The ending dragged on for far too long. Sarah was made out to be far more mysterious than she actually was and everything just became too predictable and I lost interest there in the last 20-ish pages.