Her Mother's Daughter by Brian R. O'Rourke

Her Mother’s Daughter by Brian R. O’Rourke

Release: December 6, 2023
Format: Ebook
Publisher: ‎ Inkubator Books
Source: Zooloos Book Tours
Find it at: Goodreads, Amazon

__B C Harris lives on the west coast of Scotland with her husband and their two dogs. Surrounded by hills, forests and beautiful beaches, she has plenty of space for walking and thinking about characters. Her first book, Conspiracy of Cats, was published in 2021 and received wonderful reader reviews. Making

Amanda writes dark fiction. Now one fan is bringing her work to life.

Amanda is enjoying her life – she’s a successful author who has finally managed to give up her day job.

But then the murder of an ex-colleague happens in an exact reenactment of a killing from one of Amanda’s books. Even worse, Amanda had publicly quarreled with the dead woman and now finds herself a person of interest to the police.

Then it happens a second time. Another person with whom Amanda had publicly fought is murdered. And again, the method used to kill is lifted straight from the pages of one of her books.

It’s clear that someone is out to get Amanda. But who? And why?

With the police seeing her as the prime suspect, Amanda is desperate to discover the person behind these grisly killings.

As she digs for the truth, Amanda is forced to look into her own family’s troubled past, where she uncovers a web of secrets and lies far more shocking than anything she has ever written…

Her Mother’s Daughter – the chilling psychological thriller from the best-selling author of The New Husband and The Only Son.

Author Bio :

Brian R. O’Rourke has been writing stories since he was eight years old. A lifelong, avid reader, Brian believes that fiction has the power to change the world. He enjoys spending time with his family, exercising, playing the violin, and golfing.

This is his third psychological thriller with Inkubator Books.

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Her Mother’s Daughter Review:

Initially, I found the story’s setting quite appealing. The author skillfully weaves a narrative around Amanda, a writer whose fictional murders mirror real-life events, adding a layer of suspense heightened by the literary support group and potential suspects. This intriguing setup leaves readers eagerly anticipating the unfolding events and the motivations behind Amanda’s tumultuous life.

The tension gradually escalates as the murders commence, and Detectives Rooney and Taylor enter the scene for interrogation, enhancing the suspense. I liked the two detectives in the lead and their contrasting personalities. The author also adeptly explores the enigmatic aspects of the protagonist’s past, particularly her mysterious mother. This narrative choice leaves readers with a compelling sense of curiosity, questioning Amanda’s mother and the mysterious contents of the received envelopes. The author skillfully navigates Amanda’s internal conflicts and her journey to unravel her mother’s history.

Moreover, the supporting characters, such as Brandon, Sally, and Nora, contribute to the story’s richness. Brandon, in particular, captivates with his intriguing complexity, shedding light on Amanda’s personal history, trauma, and the delicate balance between opening up and maintaining trust.

Similarly, the unexpected climax added a memorable twist to the story, catching me off guard.

The only criticism is how lengthy the book felt at times. While the narrative excelled in combining suspense, danger, and emotional complexity, there were instances where the story felt prolonged with unnecessary details. Despite this minor drawback, “Her Mother’s Daughter” is an engaging psychological thriller.