Have You Seen Him

by Kimberly Lee

What if everything you believed about yourself was totally wrong?

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.

Genres: Thriller

270 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 1, 2025

Reviews

[April · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️ | This story took a completely different turn than I was expecting, and I loved every tense and shocking moment. Imagine going through life, only to see your 11-year-old face on a missing person’s ad. You clearly think this was a mistake, but you know exactly what you looked like at 11. This is what happens to David after a rough day in the courtroom.

Once the layers in the story started to unfold, no one could have predicted how this would turn out, nor the purpose behind his “supposed kidnapping.” I especially loved the different POVs, especially from Hersh & Gayle. I liked Alejandro’s character as well, but Gayle was my absolute fav. She exuded bad ahh from the pages, I truly feel she was the toughest one lol.

Overall the story was simply amazing and everyone needs to read it. There was nothing slow burn about this one, it came in hot!

[Aqeelah✨ · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book pulled me in from the start! It's split into parts, and honestly, Part One ends with such a good cliffhanger that I immediately had to start Part Two. The story mainly revolves around this guy, David, and there's just so much mystery around him. Everyone's either looking for him, hiding something, or keeping secrets •.. The first part focuses on getting to know all the characters (and there's a lot going on), but once things start connecting, it all starts making sense.

As the story unfolds, the tension builds and every new chapter adds another layer to the mystery.

Read this if you like:
- Hidden Identities and buried secrets
- Conspiracy style plots with science
- Action
- slow burn mysteries

[Manon (mysterymanon) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cleverly written and thoughtfully crafted, Lee’s debut is action-packed and entertaining with enough emotion and depth to hook you.

It has some of my favorite thriller elements: multi-POV, unknown identity, unearthed secrets. I struggled with the plausibility of the story at the beginning, but it progressed quickly and soon I was binging the whole thing. The ending is satisfying and answered all of my questions. The twisty and complex plot was deftly handled, which imo is one of the most important qualities of a solid thriller.

Gayle was my favorite character—she kicks ass.

I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

[Sandy Goguen-Young · Rating 5 out of 5]

I couldn't put it down after the 1st page. A multi POV, hidden secrets, and unknown identities kept me pulled in. There are a lot of twists and surprises, especially at the end.
I loved the character Gayle, a strong female role.

Thank you to Book Sirens for the ARC for an advanced copy and this review is an honest and voluntary.

[Eclectic Review · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh man, where do I even start? What would you do if you saw your face in a missing children ad? This is another book I started without any expectations, and the fast-paced action and terrifying suspense kept me glued to the pages! In the end, you will understand that there is no such thing as a coincidence.

At the heart of it all is David Brydsong, a juvenile court attorney who finds himself in a verifiable shit show after finding out he is not who he thought he was. David's life, as he knows it, is about to spiral out of control, and it's clear that danger is lurking around every corner. This guy is a tough nut. He's critical, particular, and a bit of an ahole, really. He struggles to commit to his girlfriend, Gayle, and prefers to work with misfit juveniles, just like his adoptive parents did for him.

What I enjoyed about this book is how it isn't just David's story, it includes many characters that bring so much to the table. Gayle's fearless spirit really stood out for me, and Violet, Gayle's gothic friend who was stuck in the hospital with a broken leg, certainly earned her stripes for bravery and determination. And then there's Alejandro, the good Samaritan who risks everything to do what's right. Each of these characters adds layers of depth that kept me utterly invested in their journey

Overall, this story was intriguing. Forget any slow buildup, this one comes in hot right from the get-go! So, if you're itching for an exhilarating read packed with action and adventure, put this one on your list.

Thank you to Ms. Lee for giving me the opportunity to read this book with no expectation of a positive review.

For more of my reviews, visit The Eclectic Review.

[Denise · Rating 5 out of 5]

Have You Seen Him

From the very first page, Have You Seen Him pulled me in. I was immediately curious and eager to discover where the story would lead—but I wasn’t prepared for the many twists and turns that followed. What unfolded was a tense story filled with action, secrecy, danger, greed, and a government agency willing to stop at nothing.

And yet, despite all of that intensity, there were moments when I burst out laughing and truly appreciated the surprising ways love makes itself known.

As I read, I found myself reflecting on how little we sometimes know about the people around us. The story reminded me that even in the most extreme or threatening situations, something good—an unexpected change of heart—can still emerge. It also left me contemplating the unsettling truth that we often don’t realize how much lies beyond our awareness. There is so much we don’t know that we don’t know.

While the central mystery is ultimately resolved, some questions remain unanswered, deepening the novel’s emotional impact. Once I started reading, I couldn’t stop. I had to keep turning the pages, eager to discover what would be revealed next.

This novel stayed with me long after I turned the final page—and that, to me, is the mark of a powerful read.

[Kristen C · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this one overall. The writing is smooth and easy to fall into, and there’s a steady, creeping tension that kept pulling me back whenever I had to put it down. Some choices and moments felt a little uneven here and there, but the emotional beats landed enough that I stayed invested in seeing where it all went. Definitely glad I picked it up and would recommend it if you’re in the mood for a twisty, slightly unsettling read that still feels grounded.

[Danielle McKinney · Rating 4 out of 5]

Page turner alert!!! I enjoyed this read and found myself thinking about it in my off time wondering where the story was headed. I liked how it bounced around from different perspectives to clue you into the story at large.

[Lori Peterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Received as a review copy from Booksirens, this is an honest review. David Byrdsong's life already had a bizarre past that he has to handle when the family he knew and loved up and abandoned the young man when he was twelve. And while David was able to find stability in his adoptive family; the man couldn't be prepared to discover he's a missing person... let alone the harrowing adventure that he gets thrusted into. What David's birth parents were into puts many innocent lives into the cross-hairs of a secret organization and their shadowy experiments... and not above doing dangerous things to keep their practices silent.

Highly recommended.

[AshleeInPages · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thank you Netgalley for this Advanced Reader copy. This book didn’t grab my attention in the way I thought it would. The characters were not likable so I didn’t really care what happened to them. Also, the writing felt a little choppy. I understand the author was trying to maintain the mystery and suspense but it seemed to fall flat. My curiosity was piqued to see how the story would end but I was not really invested in the story and the end was a little anticlimactic. The lack of character depth was bothersome, which lent to not having any connection with the characters. Even the relationships between Hersh and David as well as David and Gayle did not seem real. There didn’t seem to be a real emotional connection among them. As much as I loved the premise of the story, this book just wasn’t for me.

[Monica · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley for the advance reader copy of Have You Seen Him by Kimberly Lee.

The synopsis completely hooked me—just imagine going through your junk mail one day and finding a missing persons flyer with your childhood photo on it… next to a computer-generated image of what you might look like today. That’s the moment everything changes for the main character, and it sets off a chain of events that uncovers secrets and hidden truths.

The premise is original and full of potential. There’s mystery, suspense, and a strong emotional core about identity and belonging. I kept reading because I truly wanted to know how it would all end—and I have to say, the ending gave me a decent sense of closure.

That said, I’m giving it 3.5 out of 5 stars. While I appreciated the concept, I struggled to stay fully invested in the story. There were quite a lot of characters, and I didn’t feel like I had the chance to truly get to know or connect with them. I missed that emotional attachment that makes you root for them or miss them once the book is over.

Still, if you enjoy fast-paced stories with layers of mystery and a twist on the theme of identity, it’s worth checking out. Just go in knowing that it’s more about plot than deep character development.

[Book Reviewer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kimberly Lee’s Have You Seen Him opens with a brutal bank scene and spirals into a decades-later mystery that tangles grief, identity, and moral reckoning into a slow-burn thriller. The story follows David Byrdsong, a weary public defender who discovers a missing-person ad bearing his childhood face and a stranger’s name. That bizarre discovery unravels a buried past, a vanished family, secrets hidden by his adoptive father, and a network of people who’ve been searching for him for decades. Lee layers the suspense with emotional depth, flipping between timelines and perspectives to show how loss ripples across generations.

I was hooked from the first chapter. Lee writes with an intensity that sneaks up on you. Her sentences are clean but punch hard, and her dialogue feels lived-in, not polished. The tension never drops, but it’s not all fear and chase scenes. It’s the quiet unraveling of a man realizing his life might have been built on a lie. Some sections hit me right in the chest, especially the flashbacks to David’s childhood. There’s a sadness there, a kind of ache that sticks. I found myself pausing just to think after some of the reveals. The pacing dips here and there, but that slower rhythm gave me time to absorb the emotion under the mystery.

What I admired most was how human the story felt, even when it got dark. Lee doesn’t rely on shock for impact. She writes about fear the way it really works—slow, creeping, sometimes disguised as routine. The villains aren’t cartoonish, and even the side characters have small flickers of truth. David’s hesitation, his guilt, his strange calm in chaos made me want to shake him. But maybe that’s the point. He’s not an action hero. He’s someone who’s survived by pretending he’s fine, and that resonated with me.

Have You Seen Him is about finding yourself after everyone else thought you were lost. I’d recommend it to readers who love stories that balance plot with heart, especially fans of psychological thrillers like Gone Girl or Everything I Never Told You. If you like your thrillers with a pulse and a conscience, this one’s worth every page.

[Leslie Cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

Have You Seen Him, by Kimberly Lee, had me hooked even “Before” the first chapter, with the bank scene.

My first OMG moment was when David saw an image on a Missing Child ad he normally would have considered junk mail. The author takes the reader through significant moments and decisions of the protagonist—from his revelation about the ad, to girlfriend troubles, to his job as a government attorney, and then the all-important self-discovery. We learn through clever writing techniques in character development, that at his core, David has admirable and relatable traits. His voice is real on the page—at times naïve, suspicious, sarcastic and snarky, but mostly a good guy with great intentions.

A scene that caught my attention, among many, was the restaurant scene with Hersh and Margaret, when I as a reader realized her role in the story. Each new chapter adds a new puzzle piece, and I found myself trying to solve the mystery. Throughout, I considered the motives of all the characters, and I became suspicious myself at times. The imagery and description used in this book had me right in the scene with the characters, kind of like a motion picture in my head. I felt the emotions of anticipation, fear, desperation, as well as kindness and love. The humor sprinkled about here and there made me laugh a few times to lighten the tension. There were many times I gasped, audibly, with a new discovery. And toward the end with David’s discovery at Don Bernardi Drive, I felt his sadness and disappointment. But the final ending resolved all of that.

The Book Cover design is perfectly aligned with the story. Also, I realized that the title, Have You Seen Him, is interesting not only because it is relative to the story, but in the end, I believe David can finally see his true self.

Thank you for the opportunity to read this book! Kimberly Lee is a talented writer and storyteller. (I hope I haven't given away any spoilers!)

[Carla Hanson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kimberly Lee had me at the first line: “Any dead bank employee will tell you this simple fact—bullet-proof glass only works if you’re standing behind it.” And with that, she launches us into a fast-paced mystery/adventure that had me reading late into the night. Lee has crafted a non-stop thriller/mystery that has her readers whisking around locations in Los Angeles and Long Beach. There is even a motorcycle chase scene through the Queen Mary! Lee has created perfect-pitch characters whose lives are disrupted by an ad for a lost child, sending them on a journey to find the truth. I love the multiple points of view, which added texture to the story. In Have You Seen Him?, we are introduced to a gutsy school teacher, an obsessive attorney, a disillusioned hitman, and a Good Samaritan who has ties to a well-connected motorcycle gang. Add to the mix a secretive organization that performs seemingly nefarious biological experiments and uses the latest in technology to pursue its prey. How could that combination not yield a story jam-packed with action and suspense? But this book is more than a thriller; it has elements that remind me of the Henrietta Lacks story. Lee offers subtle social commentary, giving this book additional depth. Although the ending satisfied me, I know this is the beginning of a series and saw some carefully laid crumbs in this story that will surely be developed in the next installment. I hope that Lee already has that sequel in the pipeline because I can’t wait to read her next book.

[a r u s h i · Rating 3 out of 5]

rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3.8/5)

review title: a slow-burn thriller about identity, memory, and unanswered questions

i received an advance review copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. thank you booksprout

have you seen him is one of those thrillers that quietly pulls you in and then keeps tightening its grip as the story unfolds. it leans more into atmosphere, identity, and unraveling truths rather than nonstop action, which really worked for me. the pacing is deliberate, but the story progression is steady and purposeful, and every section feels like it’s adding another layer to the bigger picture.

what stood out most was the central idea of identity who we are, who we think we are, and how fragile that sense can be when the past refuses to stay buried. the tension builds in a subtle way, and i liked how the narrative trusted the reader to stay curious rather than spelling everything out too quickly. there’s a thoughtful balance between personal stakes and the wider, more unsettling implications of what’s being uncovered.

this won’t be a book for readers looking for an ultra-fast, twist-every-chapter thriller, but if you enjoy character-driven suspense, slow revelations, and stories that sit with you as you read, this one is worth picking up. i can definitely see fans of introspective thrillers and mysteries centered around lost identities and long-held secrets really enjoying this.

overall, a solid and engaging read, and i’m excited for more readers to discover it when it’s out in the world.

[Melissa (Nissa_the.bookworm) · Rating 4 out of 5]

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐈𝐅 𝐘𝐎𝐔
💨 enjoy fast paced mysteries
🥛 have ever seen a missing child from a milk carton
👀 love multiple characters
🫥 look at the world in shades of gray

• 𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐈𝐓’𝐒 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓

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.

• 𝐌𝐘 𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒

This was a fast paced read that boasted a lot of action. In part one, we get introduced to all kinds of different characters and I was curious as to how they could possibly be connected. The main mystery about David and his life intrigued me the most, especially considering that he was 11 when he was adopted. It made me wonder how he couldn’t possibly know what was really going on. The plot moved like an intense action movie, so if you love those kinds of films, I’d recommend this one!

[John Kamande · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kimberly Lee’s Have You Seen Him is an exciting and fast moving thriller that grabs your attention from the first sentence and doesn’t let go. It tells the story of David Byrdsong, a government lawyer who is shocked to see his own face on a missing child poster. This discovery sends him on a dangerous journey full of secrets and personal discovery.

The book stays intense throughout, with each chapter revealing new clues that make the mystery deeper. The plot has surprising twists, moves quickly, and keeps you hooked. Lee’s writing feels like a movie, showing vivid scenes in Los Angeles and Long Beach, from courtroom battles to a thrilling motorcycle chase near the Queen Mary.

The story is told from different points of view, which adds variety and helps readers understand the characters better. One standout character is Gayle, David’s brave and smart girlfriend, who many readers will love.

What makes Have You Seen Him special is how it mixes action with emotion. Underneath the suspense is a story about facing the past and finding your true self, with moments of humor, love, and thoughtfulness. The ending leaves a strong impression and hints at more stories to come.
With fresh ideas, vivid writing, and memorable characters, Kimberly Lee’s debut novel is one that thriller fans will really enjoy.

[Angela Mackintosh · Rating 5 out of 5]

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.

[Sachin Karnik · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐ Book Review: Have You Seen Him by Kimberly Lee

What if the life you’re living isn’t truly yours? Kimberly Lee’s Have You Seen Him opens with a chilling premise — attorney David Byrdsong sees his own face on a missing-child poster. What follows is a gripping unraveling of truth, identity, and the buried secrets that link his present to a haunting past.

The author expertly blends emotional depth with thriller intensity. Each chapter peels back another layer of David’s confusion and fear, drawing readers into a maze of betrayal, family lies, and a decades-old conspiracy. Lee’s writing keeps you on edge, balancing raw emotion with moments of quiet reflection — just enough to make you pause before the next twist hits.

This book is more than a mystery; it’s a psychological exploration of who we become when everything we know is stripped away. The pacing is sharp, the tension addictive, and the story delivers an emotional punch that lingers long after the last page. While a few transitions move quickly, the suspense never loses grip.

If you love thrillers with heart, moral complexity, and a touch of paranoia, this one’s a page-turner worth reading. Kimberly Lee has crafted a book that’s both thought-provoking and chillingly human.

[Seablues · Rating 4 out of 5]

As I read further into “Have You Seen Him” by Kimberly Lee, I thought ‘what a unique plot’. The story is about a man, David Byrdsong, that was left at an airport by is family when he was 11 without any reason. He moved through the foster child system until he was adopted by Hersh and Regina Byrdsong. David finds a missing person flier in his mail and the age enhanced photo is him. He shows the flier to his girlfriend Gayle who checks the website listed and the pursuit by the bad guys and the saving of David begins.
It did not take me long to dislike the main character simply because he is a weak man that appears to be uncaring about others, unable to make or prefers to delay a decision about his responsibilities unless it is about his work which he does not seem to really care about. Without the support and rescues of the other characters, David would have ended up as a research specimen.
The story was plotted well although there were too many coincidences that saved most of the main characters from harm. The writing and the character descriptions were done well. The ending left me somewhat confused until I went back and read the last few chapters until I think I understood it.
It is worth the read because of the plot.

[Lindsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun-- breakneck pacing and taut suspense in an ensemble piece-- and most of all, juicy character development! Breathless action from page 1 sets the stage and then a host of endearing and complex characters emerge to build a vibrant eco system where David, Gayle, Alejandro and those they love are thrown into peril.

The book has a cinematic quality and one of the most entertaining things was every character and interaction was brought to life with careful detail. Even characters in passing had the personality and verve usually reserved for characters in a good tv series or film, it gave it all an ensemble feel-- as though if you were an actor auditioning you could enjoy submitting to any of over a dozen roles because even the small parts were juicy.

Humor is sprinkled throughout and the awkward beauty of being human is interwoven throughout this evolved and fascinating tapestry of action and suspense. While the story evolves with clarity and simplicity each of the characters is multilayered. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Susan Josephs · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of many great lines in this book: “You’re either a man in action or a man in traction,” and David is the latter. Stymied in his relationship to his girlfriend, indifferent to being promoted at his job, David is stuck in place, hampered by the unhealed trauma of having been abandoned by his family at age 11. When he sees his own face staring out from a missing persons ad, a story of unpredictable, unstoppable action is put in motion by a cast of well-drawn, memorable characters. You will quickly root for the protagonists, despise the antagonists, and think deeply about the motivations of the characters who blur those lines. Full of twists and turns, depth and intrigue, I found this book to be the rare mystery-thriller with fully realized characters to whom I attached deeply. The death of one particular character (no spoilers!) left me bereft! This book is lively, well-written and cinematic in scope, a winning addition to the genre. Highly recommend. I received an advance review copy of this book for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Angela · Rating 4 out of 5]

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. I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

[Danielle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

BookSirens

Have You Seen Him by Kimberly Lee is a wholesome story full of chaos, confusion, and plenty of secrets.

In the beginning we are introduced to quite a few characters with an overview of their back story. It took me a moment to truly understand who everyone was and what role they would play in the grand scheme of things. Part 1 was the build up. Part 2 is where the action begins and to story truly comes alive. By part 3 I was ready to put everything together.

The author did a good job of bringing all of the characters together. When reading this I couldn’t help but think of Henrietta Lacks.

I’m not sure if the story will continue. I would like to see them track down the other individuals who were being hunted for research and experimentation that should be for the betterment of all mankind; there is always someone whose own greed and personal agenda ruins it for others.

Don’t take my word for it. Read it for yourself.

[Muhammed · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kimberly Lee’s Have You Seen Him is a riveting psychological thriller that grips from the first page. The story follows David Byrdsong, a government attorney whose world unravels after finding a missing child flyer with his own face on it. What unfolds is a taut exploration of memory, identity, and hidden truths, told with relentless suspense and emotional depth.

Lee’s debut stands out for its cinematic pacing and constant tension, with each chapter revealing new twists that keep readers racing forward. The multi-perspective narration adds richness, particularly through standout characters like Gayle, whose grounded perspective balances David’s turmoil.

Beneath the suspense, the novel resonates with themes of truth, loss, and self-discovery. David’s voice is raw, sarcastic, and relatable, anchoring the emotional core of the book. By its final act, Lee delivers both heart-pounding surprises and lasting reflection. Have You Seen Him is an exceptional debut - a smart, gripping thriller that establishes Kimberly Lee as a compelling new voice in the genre.

[Harsh Tyagi · Rating 5 out of 5]

The story follows David Byrdsong, a man whose well-ordered life unravels when he comes across a missing child ad bearing his own childhood face. He was abandoned as a boy at the airport. David has long buried the pain of his past, even after being adopted. But the shocking discovery pushes him into a dangerous search for answers. As he and his girlfriend Gayle dig deeper, they uncover a web of deceit, corruption, and murder that threatens everything he thought he knew about himself and his family.

Kimberly Lee’s storytelling pulled me in right from the first page. The psychological storm took me in and kept me on the edge of my seat. The writing is sharp and elegant. Each chapter tightens the tension just a little more. The story talks about thing like what defines us and what we inherit. Also, what we’re willing to uncover when truth turns dangerous.

The story is almost cinematic, i could easily imagine a movie based on the story. It’s thrilling as well as heartbreaking. It's a beautiful crafted, emotionally charged thriller.

[Michelle Cornish · Rating 5 out of 5]

Have You Seen Him is an emotionally charged thriller centering on David Byrdsong—a man whose carefully compartmentalized life begins to unravel when he spots his own childhood face in a missing child poster. This novel is as much a psychological exploration as it is a suspenseful journey into identity, trust, and betrayal.

Lee masterfully layers David’s search for truth with moments of deep vulnerability, especially as he confronts buried trauma and a gnawing suspicion that his adoptive life may not have been as honest or protective as it seemed. As the mystery unfolds, the plot takes bold turns through corporate cover-ups, murders, and tangled relationships, all while keeping the emotional core intact.

Have You Seen Him is about discovering who you really are when everything else is stripped away. Highly recommended for fans of suspense with heart, and for readers who enjoy stories about found family, lost truths, and the messy business of reclaiming your life.

[Beth I. · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the moment I opened Have You Seen Him, I was hooked. As a long-time fan of well-written mysteries, this novel immediately drew me in. The twists and turns kept me on the edge of my seat, challenging my assumptions and keeping me guessing until the very end.

I particularly appreciate how the author transforms characters who could easily be seen as antagonists into fully realized, multidimensional individuals. She skillfully explores their motivations, vulnerabilities, and internal struggles, reminding us that people are rarely all good or all bad. This nuanced approach adds richness to the story, turning what could have been just a thrilling mystery into an insightful exploration of human complexity.

I eagerly anticipate the next installment in this series and look forward to seeing where the author takes us. For fans of gripping mysteries that delve into the complexities of human nature, Have You Seen Him is a must-read.

[Terri · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is definitely a fast paced story with many characters that intertwine to create the mystery of this thriller. Certainly action-packed and plenty of bad guys to go around, to help with the suspense. I do have to admit that I struggled to keep track of all the characters and how they fit into this puzzle of a plot. Though, I felt invested in what was happening with David/Leonard and all of his confidants, I feel that the author missed the mark on the ending. There are so many opportunities for there to be more explained, more resolutions to how David and his acknowledgement of "who" he is and what he does with that power and information. Even a brief epilogue of "what's happening now" with the others on the list, would've helped with the closure and intrigue the reader accrues during this story.
I received this book as an ARC from Hidden Gems for my honest review.

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you, Butterfly Effect Press, for providing the copy of Have You Seen Him by Kimberly Lee. This is a new author for me, and I’m glad I gave this book a try. I loved the premise, and I was hooked from the start on David’s story. At first, it brought The Face On The Milk Carton to mind, but then it took a sinister turn, and the action began! I loved the numerous reveals, and some made me gasp out loud! I won’t give any spoilers, so I won’t ruin it for you. If you love to be kept guessing until the end, and can suspend belief a little about a few events, give this book a try. I enjoyed it and it kept me reading, so I will look for more books by Lee. 3.5 stars rounded up to 4.