The Whisper Place by Mindy Mejia is a thoroughly good read that had me interested and intrigued from the first chapter. Mindy Mejia has crafted a story that is not only well written but also very well paced, with chapters that moved the plot forward while giving just enough space to develop the characters and tension and a few moments when I had the chance to put the book down and think.

The two private investigators, Max Summerlin and Jonah Kendrick stood out as relatable. As a former cop and a psychic detective, they make an unconventional but compelling duo. I did wonder if having a psychic detective might just be a lazy author’s way to solve a difficult crime, but no. Their personalities felt authentic, their backstories were intriguing, and I appreciated how their partnership unfolded throughout the book. Mejia gave both men depth, humour, and emotional complexity, which made me care about them. I’d like to follow their future cases.

The mystery itself is layered and emotional. When a man walks into their office searching for his missing girlfriend who seemingly has no past, Max and Jonah take on a case that takes them from quirky 80s-inspired bakeries to chilling forests and a house full of dread. In parallel, a woman flees across the country, running from her past. As their paths inevitably converge, the stakes rise and the story grips tighter.

One of the things I appreciated most was the clear line between the “good guys” and the villains. Mejia didn’t muddy the waters unnecessarily. She let us feel exactly what we were meant to. I felt fear at times, tension and curiosity throughout, and genuine relief by the end.

The Whisper Place is a rewarding read…; suspenseful, character-driven, and emotionally satisfying. Fans of intelligent thrillers and detective fiction will find a lot to love here. I’m already looking forward to what Max and Jonah investigate next.

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