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Bewept
Anna is finally happy—newly married to a wonderful, supportive man and living in her dream home. Just as her husband begins to announce a big surprise, his heart ceases, her future dissolves, and she plunges into grief.
Grief has her stuck between what was and what is. From past experience, Anna knows how easy it is to get lost in a grief that causes odd behaviors, lost chunks of time, and forgetfulness. This time, is it a sign she is in the throes of early dementia?
When past horrors resurface and collide with Anna’s uncertain present, she wonders if something sinister is at play. Discovering the truth sends her on a harrowing odyssey where each step forward unlocks another terrible memory. Successfully confronting the ghosts from her past will be key to her survival.
Grief has her stuck between what was and what is. From past experience, Anna knows how easy it is to get lost in a grief that causes odd behaviors, lost chunks of time, and forgetfulness. This time, is it a sign she is in the throes of early dementia?
When past horrors resurface and collide with Anna’s uncertain present, she wonders if something sinister is at play. Discovering the truth sends her on a harrowing odyssey where each step forward unlocks another terrible memory. Successfully confronting the ghosts from her past will be key to her survival.
265 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 26, 2023
About the author
Colleen Coyne
3 books5 followersColleen Coyne lives in coastal New England, and also spend parts of the year in Roskilde, Denmark, and Villefranche-sur-Mer, France. Her newest thriller, LET IT BE, explores the consequences of concealed truths. Secrets don't die; they wait.
Her first two novels were contracted for publication within days of one another. THE UNINTENDED HEIRESS, Colleen's debut novel is a Firebird Book Awards winner in the category: Fiction (First Time Published), and it was shortlisted for the Goethe Book Award, which recognizes emerging new talent and outstanding works in post-1750s Historical Fiction. This book was also 2024 American Fiction Award Finalist in the Mystery/Suspense: Historical category and finalist in the Storytrade Book Awards "Mystery/Historical" category. BEWEPT, her second novel, placed Third in the Women’s Fiction category of the 2024 National Excellence in Story Telling (NEST) Contest, is a 2024 American Fiction Award Finalist in the Family Saga category and is a semi-finalist to receive the Chanticleer International Clue Award for Suspense and Thriller Fiction. BEWEPT was also awarded the 2024 International Book Impact Award for fiction and is a winner of the Storytrade Book Awards “Suspense/Thriller” category.
Her first two novels were contracted for publication within days of one another. THE UNINTENDED HEIRESS, Colleen's debut novel is a Firebird Book Awards winner in the category: Fiction (First Time Published), and it was shortlisted for the Goethe Book Award, which recognizes emerging new talent and outstanding works in post-1750s Historical Fiction. This book was also 2024 American Fiction Award Finalist in the Mystery/Suspense: Historical category and finalist in the Storytrade Book Awards "Mystery/Historical" category. BEWEPT, her second novel, placed Third in the Women’s Fiction category of the 2024 National Excellence in Story Telling (NEST) Contest, is a 2024 American Fiction Award Finalist in the Family Saga category and is a semi-finalist to receive the Chanticleer International Clue Award for Suspense and Thriller Fiction. BEWEPT was also awarded the 2024 International Book Impact Award for fiction and is a winner of the Storytrade Book Awards “Suspense/Thriller” category.
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July 6, 2023
Thoughts: This was a challenging book to read. It’s a bit dark—okay, it’s a thriller, not a sweet cozy mystery—so there’s definitely psychological nastiness going on. And murder. And treachery. And so much more. But there are a lot of triggers for those who have them, such as: death of child, spouse. Thoughts of suicide (deciding how to best do it), spousal abuse. So for those who might have a problem with this, be aware that they are here.
That being said, I am very glad I read this in bright daylight, not during a snowstorm or blackout, and while not alone! This is a well-written story that is plausible and very scary at times. And just when you think everything is over and done with, there’s still a third of the book to go. It does exactly what a thriller is supposed to do—it scares (or thrills) you. The story is written in first person/present tense, but there are multiple points of view (Anna, her lawyer, the daughter, the neighbors)—though mostly Anna. I liked that she is older and what she is going through is realistic. The characters are believable. The setting well-done with small details that let you peek into Anna’s life. But the ending… yes, everything got settled, but it made me wonder. I’m just not sure I liked the ending.
Recommendation: If you’re looking for a thriller that will keep you awake at night, pick this one up.
Disclaimer: Disclosure of Material: I received a final and/or advanced reader copy of this book with the hope that I will leave my unbiased opinion. I was not required to leave a review, positive or otherwise, and my opinions are just that… My Opinions. I am posting this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”
That being said, I am very glad I read this in bright daylight, not during a snowstorm or blackout, and while not alone! This is a well-written story that is plausible and very scary at times. And just when you think everything is over and done with, there’s still a third of the book to go. It does exactly what a thriller is supposed to do—it scares (or thrills) you. The story is written in first person/present tense, but there are multiple points of view (Anna, her lawyer, the daughter, the neighbors)—though mostly Anna. I liked that she is older and what she is going through is realistic. The characters are believable. The setting well-done with small details that let you peek into Anna’s life. But the ending… yes, everything got settled, but it made me wonder. I’m just not sure I liked the ending.
Recommendation: If you’re looking for a thriller that will keep you awake at night, pick this one up.
Disclaimer: Disclosure of Material: I received a final and/or advanced reader copy of this book with the hope that I will leave my unbiased opinion. I was not required to leave a review, positive or otherwise, and my opinions are just that… My Opinions. I am posting this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”
August 31, 2023
Holy crap these twisty thrillers are gettin' me lately!!! Bewept threw me for a total loop. The plot is very emotionally driven, and involves both spousal death and memory loss, which made it a difficult read at times. Between the lost time and sketchy family members I felt just as disoriented as Anna.
I would have liked a little more time with the characters before things went sour, just to see the family dynamics. But overall Bewept was a page-turner with an ending that left me with my mouth gaping!!
Fans of twisty psychological thrillers will enjoy this one!
I would have liked a little more time with the characters before things went sour, just to see the family dynamics. But overall Bewept was a page-turner with an ending that left me with my mouth gaping!!
Fans of twisty psychological thrillers will enjoy this one!
February 13, 2024
Colleen Coyne's keeps the tension ratcheted up high in this psychological thriller. Right up to the last page.
August 27, 2024
Wow
Loved this book! Great thriller and fast paced! Unexpected twists all the way to the end! Looking forward to researching more books by this author!!
Loved this book! Great thriller and fast paced! Unexpected twists all the way to the end! Looking forward to researching more books by this author!!
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