Welcome back to the Booklicious podcast. I’m your host, Shashi Shekhar, and today we’ll be discussing “The Kind Worth Saving” by Peter Swanson.
This book follows the story of Henry Kimball, a former high school English teacher who now works as a private investigator. Joan Whalen, a former student of his, approaches him for help in finding proof of her husband’s infidelity. Little does Kimball know that this request will lead him to a web of lies, deceit, and murder.
The narrative is shared from multiple perspectives, which keeps the reader engaged with the story and the characters. Swanson’s characterizations are superb, and the multiple perspectives allow us to get to know the characters, their backstories, connections, and motivations. All of the characters are seriously flawed individuals and for the most part unlikeable, but the author compels you to choose your favorites among them and root for them.
The book is twisty, suspenseful, and fast-paced. While there were a couple of eye-rolling moments, I was too busy turning the pages to care. The narrative flows seamlessly, and Swanson does a fine job of weaving the past and present together in a tight-knit plot that keeps you hooked till the very last page.
I particularly enjoyed how the plot developed and found the ending more interesting than neatly tied up and satisfying. (I’m guessing we’ll be seeing more of some of the characters in the future!)
I would recommend reading “The Kind Worth Killing” before reading the sequel to fully understand Henry’s and Lily’s characters and their backstories.
Overall, “The Kind Worth Saving” by Peter Swanson is a gripping read that I thoroughly enjoyed. If you’re a fan of suspenseful thrillers with complex characters and twisty plots, then this book is definitely worth a read.
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