Told through the eyes of eight-year-old Josie Banks whose recently inherited psychic gifts meld science with the paranormal, Under the Pines is a fast-paced and surprising story of abduction, mistrust, and murder.
Author Jennifer Bisbing intertwines her own 1970's childhood memories of life with a renowned forensic scientist into an authentic whodunit. Drawing on her father’s career — which included forensic consulting on high-profile cases like the O.J. Simpson trial and JonBenét Ramsey murder, as well as the hit CBS show CSI — Bisbing reveals how one girl, powerful beyond measure, can derail conventional crime scene investigation.
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Lots of turns
Page turner. Didn't get much done after I read the first page.
A new concept, new type of story. Haven't read anything like it before.
Wildly original
This book is unlike anything I've read before. Bisbing does a great job capturing Josie's young perspective and hopeful outlook while facing dark situations. Her father catches murderers and she catches dark dreams that turn true, but at heart she is always a child. Many twists and turns, many murders and complex family relationships make Under the Pines a compelling read. The characters are expertly developed and stay with you long after you are done reading.
SUCH a great book!!!!
I read thrillers and suspense novels all the time and it's hard to come across something truly original these days. Under the Pines is fresh, new and totally full of surprises! Bisbing has a unique, original writing style that is so relatable and easy to read! I loved the plot and characters and surprising ending - it's one of those books one is sad to finish when it ends. I really cared about the characters. Bisbing's book is a remarkable combination of high suspense, thoughtful character development and laugh out loud humor. I REALLY enjoyed this book and highly recommend it as a super fun, quick read.
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