I cannot believe that this novel is Jimenez’s debut. Her writing’s ability to evoke strong emotions is comparable to veteran authors. What Happened to Ruthy Ramirez is a character-driven book that focuses on a mother and her three daughters. One of the daughters, Ruthy, went missing twelve years ago and the family has not forgotten her. When one of her sisters spots Ruthy’s lookalike on a reality tv show, the women are determined to bring their sister back home. While this is a more serious book, there are some moments of humor thrown in. Readers who appreciate strong female leads and family drama will enjoy this one. 

(PUB DATE: 03/07/2023)
 (I received a digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed above are my own.)