I think I may forever credit Selena Montgomery (aka ~the~ Stacey Abrams) for initiating me into the genre of romantic suspense thrillers. NEVER TELL was everything it promised and more. Following a forensic psychology professor with a dark past and a nosy journalist trying to preserve his father’s legacy, we are immediately immersed in this deadly mystery that’s unfolding in New Orleans. This plot was excellent and intriguing; I constantly wanted to know what was happening, and I was essentially glued to the audiobook (side note, but January Lavoy’s voice is INCREDIBLE). 

This novel features a perfect balance of romance and mystery, and the characters all felt so full of depth, even the side characters or characters we meet for a moment. I totally didn’t see the reveal coming, and it might just be one of the best plot twists I’ve ever read. This book made me want to read all of her backlist, and I immediately looked up her romantic suspense backlist and I’m prepared to be hooked for life. If you’re someone enjoys romance or suspenseful thrillers or BOTH, then I highly recommend this book!