This is the first mystery/thriller book I've ever truly enjoyed. Hawkins presented the past and current in very well-timed bursts. I really am not sure what to say other than the way everything was written really lent itself to the main themes, points, and plot beats that Hawkins was hitting. I would give this a 5 star if I just had felt a little more... personal resonance with any of the characters and/or the mental health portions had felt more relatable. I guess I just see some things as being a little overdone for the sake of the plot. Which is fine, but I just didn't feel like it was real enough at points for me to truly connect with it. But overall it was very enjoyable and a solid 4.25 for me!