I'm excited to announce our reader review event for Have You Seen Him by Kimberly Lee. This book is perfect if you want an edge-of-your-seat thriller that will keep you up at night until you find out what happens next.
We'll be celebrating the launch of the event by sharing reviews from our community and giving you a chance to win a copy of the book for yourself.
But before we get into what our readers thought, here's more about the book:
For David Byrdsong, life is a series of daily obligations. An attorney, he lacks both ambition and the ability to commit to a long-term relationship with his girlfriend, Gayle. Abandoned by his family at an airport when he was eleven, he learned to blunt his feelings, despite his subsequent adoption by a loving couple.
Until one day, when David discovers his own face in a missing child ad. Suddenly driven to uncover the truth about his past, he is forced to tap into his inner strength as he encounters corporate conspiracies, murdered bystanders, and distressing suspicions about the only family he’s ever really trusted. David enlists Gayle's help—and the help of an unlikely stranger with secrets of his own—as he attempts to find his true family, whoever they are.
Thrilling, exploratory, and propulsive, Have You Seen Him is a story of lost identity, dangerous secrets, and a deeply personal pursuit of the truth.
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What WOW Readers Thought
"Wow, what a rush! Have You Seen Him is everything I want in a thriller: expertly crafted, deliciously layered, and psychologically suspenseful. It’s brimming with tension, a fast-paced thrill ride with short chapters I devoured in one sitting, which is rare for me. The multi-POV characters are distinct and interconnect to reveal plot surprises, and my favorite character is definitely the smart and gutsy Gayle, whose insights rang true. I could follow her around for an entire book!
The story takes place in my old stomping grounds, Los Angeles and Long Beach, and the setting works well to strengthen the storyline. Kimberly Lee’s writing has a cinematic quality, and I could easily see this as a Netflix movie! I wonder who would play David and Alejandro, two of my other favorite characters besides Gayle. Suspense fans will appreciate the surprise ending! The final image made me smile and reflects back on the entire story, widening the lens and adding meaning and complexity to the theme.
I read a lot of thrillers and many are the same in terms of tone, characters, and plot. Kimberly Lee adds a fresh voice and original characters to the genre, and I can’t wait to read what she writes next! Have You Seen Him is a page turner and a good time." ~ Angela M.
"What an exciting thriller! This was just what I was looking for in a book, lately. Great pacing, great characters, and a fantastic setting. The LA setting made me miss California to the core. Kimberly Lee had great pacing throughout and excellent character development.
I loved Gayle, she was my favorite character. And the multiple POV aspect of this book kept my attention! I loved how this gave us different angles of what was going on. This is a book that made me think and left me wanting more." ~ Nicole P.
"After being abandoned by his family at the airport when he was 11, David was adopted by a loving couple and grew up to be an attorney. His entire life is turned upside down, however, when one day he sees a photo of himself in a missing child ad - making him question everything. He is drawn into a web of secrets, medical mysteries, and danger, all while trying to figure out who he truly is. Lee starts the story off with a bang and doesn't let up from there. The story is quick-paced as we meet David, his girlfriend Gayle, his adoptive father, and others, and they all find themselves on a hunt for David and the reason why other (seemingly dangerous) people are searching for him. I was intrigued to find out David's past and was not disappointed by Lee's twists and turns, although I do wish at times that the story would slow down a bit and incorporate more backstory or some more explanation. Everything was wrapped up pretty quickly but also a bit open-ended, which left me wanting more." ~ Angela W.
"Kimberly Lee takes you to a rollercoaster ride of emotions. The story is honest, relatable and thought provoking. It’s one of those books that you can’t put down. A must read for someone who is currently in a life’s crossroad." ~ Rochie D.
"I received this book as a review copy and will be posting a further review in later on this summer on my website. However, my opinion on the book is very favorable. I did have to stop and put the book down for a bit as the main character was abandoned at 11 in an airport. I retired from the airline industry and traveled often with my two daughters. Losing them in an airport was always something I worried about. So that section was right out of one of my nightmares. The book continues as he comes to terms with what happened then and what is happening now. A good read and at 256 pages, a great weekend read." ~ Judy H.
"In Have You Seen Him, Kimberly Lee's storytelling brings you romance, mystery, suspense and a wake up call to rogue scientific research. The minute I began reading, I was drawn in by her masterful descriptions and dialogue. She also crafts the story in a way that keeps the reader guessing until the very end. I highly recommend this for anyone looking for a great summer read." ~ Linda R.
About the Author, Kimberly Lee
Kimberly Lee, JD is the author of the riveting thriller Have You Seen Him. A versatile writer, editor, and creativity coach, she has a passion for nurturing the imaginative spirit and helping others reveal their own inner wisdom. Kimberly is an Amherst Writers & Artists affiliate and serves on its board. She is a certified facilitator of SoulCollage®, Journal to the Self, and Guided Autobiography, as well as a joyful meditation teacher and Groove Method provider. A teaching artist with Hugo House, Women On Writing, The Writing Salon, and Loft Literary, Kimberly has led events at numerous retreats and conferences. Recent collaborations include Esalen Institute, Omega Institute, Arts & Healing Initiative, the Expressive Therapies Summit, and Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center. Kimberly’s writing has appeared in a variety of publications and anthologies, and she has served on the staffs of Literary Mama, F(r)iction, and Carve Magazines. Kimberly trusts in the magic and mystery of miracles and synchronicity, and believes everyone is creative and has unique gifts to share. Connect with Kimberly on Instagram @klcreatrix or at KimberlyLee.me.
***** BOOK & GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY *****
Enter to win a $25 Amazon gift card and a copy of the dynamic thriller Have You Seen Him by Kimberly Lee! Fill out the Rafflecopter form for a chance to win. The giveaway ends August 7th at 11:59 CT. We will choose a winner the next day and announce in the widget and also follow up via email. Good luck!
4 comments:
I enjoy thrillers and this sounds like a great one. It's on my list! - Vanessa
If I don't win, I'll still grab a copy as it sounds like a great story.
This sounds like a book I won't be able to put down
Do you write in a daily journal?
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