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Dark Corners by Megan Goldin

 

Title: Dark Corners

Author: Megan Goldin

Series: Rachel Krall (Book 2)

Genre: Thriller

Published: August 8, 2023 by St. Martin's Press

I received a copy for review through NetGalley.

 

Podcaster, Rachel Krall, is contacted by the FBI to help with a case after a top social media influencer disappears in Datona Beach, Florida. This area has been plagued with quite a few murders and disappearances over the years, but they thought the murderer was in prison. Was there an accomplice? Rachel is sucked into a race against time undercover at an influencer convention.

Dark Corners picks up right after the events of The Night Swim. So no rest for Rachel. She is immediately consumed by another case. There is a romantic side plot, but it is not a large part of the story. This fast paced thriller is perfect for summer with many beach scenes and vacation vibes.  Plus, it has great tension throughout including really creepy scenes from the murderer's perspective.

I highly recommend the Rachel Krall series to fans of investigative thrillers. If you think you would enjoy the podcaster amateur sleuth angle. 

My Rating: 5 out of 5 stars



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