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When They Find Me
Some secrets don't fade. They hunt.
Expanse, Colorado. Population 313. A town so remote it barely exists on a map—the perfect hiding place for Annie Wolfe and her daughter, Coral. Their cabin is nearly off the grid, and Annie has done everything to keep them safe. Everything. But she knows the people hunting her don't forget. And they don't forgive.
Riven knows about survival. She and her family have lived off the land for years, moving like shadows through the wilderness. Now her father has led them to this forgotten town, tracking the man he swears destroyed their lives. The plan is simple: strike fast, take revenge, and disappear.
But when Riven knocks on Annie's door, their worlds collide. What follows is darker, stranger, and more dangerous than either woman ever imagined—because the hunt isn't just for vengeance. It's for the truth. And in Expanse, Colorado, the truth can kill.
Expanse, Colorado. Population 313. A town so remote it barely exists on a map—the perfect hiding place for Annie Wolfe and her daughter, Coral. Their cabin is nearly off the grid, and Annie has done everything to keep them safe. Everything. But she knows the people hunting her don't forget. And they don't forgive.
Riven knows about survival. She and her family have lived off the land for years, moving like shadows through the wilderness. Now her father has led them to this forgotten town, tracking the man he swears destroyed their lives. The plan is simple: strike fast, take revenge, and disappear.
But when Riven knocks on Annie's door, their worlds collide. What follows is darker, stranger, and more dangerous than either woman ever imagined—because the hunt isn't just for vengeance. It's for the truth. And in Expanse, Colorado, the truth can kill.
432 pages, Paperback
First published November 10, 2026
About the author
Carter Wilson
14 books2,162 followersCarter Wilson is the USA Today and Publishers Weekly bestselling author of eleven standalone psychological thrillers. His stories focus on ordinary people pushed into situations where survival and morality collide, and every decision has consequences. His 2025 novel Tell Me What You Did was a national monthly pick by Barnes & Noble, and his work has been optioned for film and television.
He is the host of the podcast Making It Up, where he has candid, unscripted conversations with fellow authors about what it actually takes to build a writing life. He is also the founder of Unbound Writer, an international community dedicated to helping writers become better writers and build meaningful writing careers through coaching, immersive retreats in the United States and France, and live workshops.
A sought-after speaker and moderator, Carter is known for conversations that feel honest, engaging, and a little unpredictable. He lives in Erie, Colorado and travels frequently to teach, interview, and speak.
Visit him at www.carterwilson.com and www.unboundwriter.com.
He is the host of the podcast Making It Up, where he has candid, unscripted conversations with fellow authors about what it actually takes to build a writing life. He is also the founder of Unbound Writer, an international community dedicated to helping writers become better writers and build meaningful writing careers through coaching, immersive retreats in the United States and France, and live workshops.
A sought-after speaker and moderator, Carter is known for conversations that feel honest, engaging, and a little unpredictable. He lives in Erie, Colorado and travels frequently to teach, interview, and speak.
Visit him at www.carterwilson.com and www.unboundwriter.com.
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Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
What a thrilling and unique read. Having read lots of psychological thrillers, I often feel that I can see the twist coming or if not, it’s so OTT that I didn’t like it. Here though, I was honestly surprised in the very best way. The plot is also tight, filled with suspense from early on. The characters were interesting and complex and I loved how accurately their state of mind was described.
But the very best thing about when they find me is no doubt the twist. It really, really made an impression and it also made perfect sense.
If you’re a thrillaholic like me, I’ll hope this will be just your beverage of choice.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the arc
But the very best thing about when they find me is no doubt the twist. It really, really made an impression and it also made perfect sense.
If you’re a thrillaholic like me, I’ll hope this will be just your beverage of choice.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the arc
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
WOWZA! This book was intense! It had so many HOLY CRAP moments and I could not stop turning the pages. WHEW! Talk about suspense, twists, and a jaw dropping reveal!!!!!! In case you didn't guess it, I thought this book was fantastic! I loved the tension and dread that seeped from the pages! I had my fingers crossed, and my heartbeat was elevated for most of this book. This is how you do it!
Expanse, Colorado. Population 313
You know small towns are where everyone knows your name, but they might not know your secrets. Expanse is where Annie Wolfe is hiding with her daughter, Coral. Annie has taken all the precautions that she can think of. You see, Annie is being hunted....
Riven and her family have lived off the grid for a long time. Her father and brother have come to Expanse, Colorado with her. They are on a mission of vengeance and revenge to find someone who has destroyed their lives. When Riven knocks on Annie's door, Annie knows it is not the Avon lady calling.....
Holy Moly! As I mentioned, this book was off the hook! I loved the fast-paced action, getting into the characters' heads, the mounting suspense, the dread, the intensifying danger, and spine-tingling chilling moments. Just when I thought Carter Wilson was done knocking my socks off, he threw in one reveal which had me picking my jaw up off the floor!
All the stars and then some. When They Find Me is wonderfully written, well thought out, fast paced, and a thrill ride of a book! Whew! This is the third book that I have read by Carter Wilson, and all have been awesome. Which reminds me that I need to read more of his books.
Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
Expanse, Colorado. Population 313
You know small towns are where everyone knows your name, but they might not know your secrets. Expanse is where Annie Wolfe is hiding with her daughter, Coral. Annie has taken all the precautions that she can think of. You see, Annie is being hunted....
Riven and her family have lived off the grid for a long time. Her father and brother have come to Expanse, Colorado with her. They are on a mission of vengeance and revenge to find someone who has destroyed their lives. When Riven knocks on Annie's door, Annie knows it is not the Avon lady calling.....
Holy Moly! As I mentioned, this book was off the hook! I loved the fast-paced action, getting into the characters' heads, the mounting suspense, the dread, the intensifying danger, and spine-tingling chilling moments. Just when I thought Carter Wilson was done knocking my socks off, he threw in one reveal which had me picking my jaw up off the floor!
All the stars and then some. When They Find Me is wonderfully written, well thought out, fast paced, and a thrill ride of a book! Whew! This is the third book that I have read by Carter Wilson, and all have been awesome. Which reminds me that I need to read more of his books.
Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
WHOA. ADD THIS.
Expanse, Colorado. Population is 313. The most perfect hiding place.
Super short chapters. addictive, propulsive writing. The wrong family. One DEADLY Christmas! is all you need to know that this is a total banger.
Truth can kill
It got me good!
FULL REVIEW TO FOLLOW!
Many thanks to NetGalley, Poisoned Pen Press and they author, Carter Wilson for an early ARC!
Publication: November 10, 2026
Expanse, Colorado. Population is 313. The most perfect hiding place.
Super short chapters. addictive, propulsive writing. The wrong family. One DEADLY Christmas! is all you need to know that this is a total banger.
Truth can kill
It got me good!
FULL REVIEW TO FOLLOW!
Many thanks to NetGalley, Poisoned Pen Press and they author, Carter Wilson for an early ARC!
Publication: November 10, 2026
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
A surprise is in store for readers of
When They Find Me
by Carter Wilson. This psychological thriller is set in the small town of Expanse, Colorado with a population of 313. It’s a great hiding place for Annie Wolfe and her daughter, Coral. Their cabin is nearly off the grid, and Annie has done everything she can think of to protect them from the people hunting her.
Meanwhile, Riven and her family have lived off the land for years. Now her father, Coyote, has led her and her brother Boone to Expanse. They’re tracking the man Coyote says destroyed their lives. The plan is to take revenge and disappear. However, when Riven knocks on Annie’s door, their worlds collide during a snowstorm two days before Christmas. Annie is not the person they were expecting to find.
The author does a a great job of characterization. Annie is desperate, calculating, maternal, and secretive. Riven is isolated and conflict-ridden. Coyote is brutal, obsessed, and patriarchal. Coral is observant, vulnerable, and resilient. Boone is compliant and dangerous. This makes for a volatile situation that gets progressively more violent.
Carter Wilson does a great job of creating atmospheric tension. The pacing is fast, the chapters are short with cliffhangers, and the snowstorm adds another dimension to the story. The blizzard increases the angst of a house under siege. Most of the story takes place during a span of five hours although there are a few flashback scenes. Additionally, the story is told from the alternating perspectives of Annie and Riven, giving insights into each. The “wow” moment for me came later in the book and was a twist I didn’t see coming. Readers should pay close attention to the subtle clues included in the story. They should also be aware of the graphic violence included in the book. While the initial setup of the story may seem familiar to some readers, the differentiating twists will come as the plot progresses.
Overall, this is a gritty and somewhat gory psychological thriller and survivalist thriller that kept me turning the pages. I’m looking forward to reading more books by this author.
Poisoned Pen Press and Carter Wilson provided a complimentary digital ARC of this novel via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are my own. Publication date is currently set for November 10, 2026.
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My 4.59 rounded to 4.5 stars review is coming soon.
Meanwhile, Riven and her family have lived off the land for years. Now her father, Coyote, has led her and her brother Boone to Expanse. They’re tracking the man Coyote says destroyed their lives. The plan is to take revenge and disappear. However, when Riven knocks on Annie’s door, their worlds collide during a snowstorm two days before Christmas. Annie is not the person they were expecting to find.
The author does a a great job of characterization. Annie is desperate, calculating, maternal, and secretive. Riven is isolated and conflict-ridden. Coyote is brutal, obsessed, and patriarchal. Coral is observant, vulnerable, and resilient. Boone is compliant and dangerous. This makes for a volatile situation that gets progressively more violent.
Carter Wilson does a great job of creating atmospheric tension. The pacing is fast, the chapters are short with cliffhangers, and the snowstorm adds another dimension to the story. The blizzard increases the angst of a house under siege. Most of the story takes place during a span of five hours although there are a few flashback scenes. Additionally, the story is told from the alternating perspectives of Annie and Riven, giving insights into each. The “wow” moment for me came later in the book and was a twist I didn’t see coming. Readers should pay close attention to the subtle clues included in the story. They should also be aware of the graphic violence included in the book. While the initial setup of the story may seem familiar to some readers, the differentiating twists will come as the plot progresses.
Overall, this is a gritty and somewhat gory psychological thriller and survivalist thriller that kept me turning the pages. I’m looking forward to reading more books by this author.
Poisoned Pen Press and Carter Wilson provided a complimentary digital ARC of this novel via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are my own. Publication date is currently set for November 10, 2026.
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My 4.59 rounded to 4.5 stars review is coming soon.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Wow! Put this on your radar!! There should be an award for this one!!
"Some secrets don't fade. They hunt."
Two days before Christmas, Annie and her daughter Coral are settling in for a severe winter storm. They live in one of the most remote Colorado towns with a population of 313. In a cabin, that has a safe room built in with a high tech security system. Annie is running from a murder she committed after her husband was killed because he stole from some dangerous people. Annie has all of the money and a painting that is worth millions. The story is told from Annie's POV as well as from Riven's.
Riven is traveling with her sociopath father Coyote and brother Boone. They have been warped by his teachings. He is training them to kill people. Boone has already killed someone so her father thinks she should earn that right of passage by killing the next person. That's how they meet Annie. With the wrong address, they show up at her house believing it is Richard's, a man they want to kill for destroying their family. Annie sent Coral to hide in their safe room and things got out of hand. Their sweet little dog Harley melted my heart and I feared for his safety. The perspective and POV gives flashbacks of both women's past that tells us how they get to that point.
A fast paced, riveting book that sends a spine-tingling chill of danger throughout the book. The shocking ending shattered me and it was not easy to get over. It is one of the most absorbing and compelling books I've read this year.
Thank you NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for this incredible ARC in exchange for my honest review.
"Some secrets don't fade. They hunt."
Two days before Christmas, Annie and her daughter Coral are settling in for a severe winter storm. They live in one of the most remote Colorado towns with a population of 313. In a cabin, that has a safe room built in with a high tech security system. Annie is running from a murder she committed after her husband was killed because he stole from some dangerous people. Annie has all of the money and a painting that is worth millions. The story is told from Annie's POV as well as from Riven's.
Riven is traveling with her sociopath father Coyote and brother Boone. They have been warped by his teachings. He is training them to kill people. Boone has already killed someone so her father thinks she should earn that right of passage by killing the next person. That's how they meet Annie. With the wrong address, they show up at her house believing it is Richard's, a man they want to kill for destroying their family. Annie sent Coral to hide in their safe room and things got out of hand. Their sweet little dog Harley melted my heart and I feared for his safety. The perspective and POV gives flashbacks of both women's past that tells us how they get to that point.
A fast paced, riveting book that sends a spine-tingling chill of danger throughout the book. The shocking ending shattered me and it was not easy to get over. It is one of the most absorbing and compelling books I've read this year.
Thank you NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for this incredible ARC in exchange for my honest review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Carter Wilson has officially earned himself a place on my list of authors to keep reading! This is only my second book by him, but after this one, I'm definitely keen to work my way through more of his books.
I was completely hooked from the beginning. Annie and her daughter Coral are hiding away in a tiny remote town in Colorado, trying to keep their past buried. Then a knock at the door, a snowstorm closing in and a very unwelcome arrival turn their quiet Christmas into a fight for survival. And trust me, things get pretty wild from there!
The suspense in this one is phenomenal. Wilson does such a good job of keeping you on edge, constantly making you wonder what is really going on and who you can trust. The scene keeps changing and throws you off and then pulls you back in. I also loved the short chapters. They made the story feel like it was flying along, and I kept telling myself I'd read just one more before suddenly racing through another few. The alternating perspectives and timelines worked really well too, slowly giving you more pieces of the puzzle without taking away from the tension.
I really enjoyed Annie and Riven's storylines and the isolated setting. There is a real sense of danger hanging over everything and I found myself holding my breath through some of the scenes. The ending was definitely unexpected.
Thank you Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.
I was completely hooked from the beginning. Annie and her daughter Coral are hiding away in a tiny remote town in Colorado, trying to keep their past buried. Then a knock at the door, a snowstorm closing in and a very unwelcome arrival turn their quiet Christmas into a fight for survival. And trust me, things get pretty wild from there!
The suspense in this one is phenomenal. Wilson does such a good job of keeping you on edge, constantly making you wonder what is really going on and who you can trust. The scene keeps changing and throws you off and then pulls you back in. I also loved the short chapters. They made the story feel like it was flying along, and I kept telling myself I'd read just one more before suddenly racing through another few. The alternating perspectives and timelines worked really well too, slowly giving you more pieces of the puzzle without taking away from the tension.
I really enjoyed Annie and Riven's storylines and the isolated setting. There is a real sense of danger hanging over everything and I found myself holding my breath through some of the scenes. The ending was definitely unexpected.
Thank you Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
You can run, but you can’t hide!
Annie and her daughter Coral are on the run, now holed up in a remote Colorado mountain town where everyone lives a guarded life. The town’s people like their seclusion and respect each other’s privacy.
So you can imagine Annie’s reaction when someone comes knocking on her door. Annie realizes her past may have just caught up to her. Now it’s a matter of survival.
Told from two perspectives with flashbacks to the past to explain how we arrived at this moment.
The book is a fast read, with short chapters, each ending with a mini cliffhanger that makes your heart beat faster as you start the next….🫣
I always enjoy this author’s books, and this one was no exception. Can’t wait for his next!
✍️Carter Wilson
📄 336 pages
🗓️Anticipated release date: November 10 2026
📈 4/5🌟🌟🌟🌟
👉 Thriller, suspense
Thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press
Annie and her daughter Coral are on the run, now holed up in a remote Colorado mountain town where everyone lives a guarded life. The town’s people like their seclusion and respect each other’s privacy.
So you can imagine Annie’s reaction when someone comes knocking on her door. Annie realizes her past may have just caught up to her. Now it’s a matter of survival.
Told from two perspectives with flashbacks to the past to explain how we arrived at this moment.
The book is a fast read, with short chapters, each ending with a mini cliffhanger that makes your heart beat faster as you start the next….🫣
I always enjoy this author’s books, and this one was no exception. Can’t wait for his next!
✍️Carter Wilson
📄 336 pages
🗓️Anticipated release date: November 10 2026
📈 4/5🌟🌟🌟🌟
👉 Thriller, suspense
Thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press
October 18, 2026
Set in a remote Colorado town, When They Find Me is an addictive thriller, told in alternating perspectives. We meet Annie Wolfe, a mother hiding off-the-grid to keep her and her daughter safe. Expanse Colorado has been the perfect place to hide for the past few years, avoiding the fallout of what Annie did before hightailing it out of Miami. But when a young woman comes to hunt her down, mistaking her for someone else, Annie's safety comes crashing down.
Riven is the young woman, brainwashed by her survivalist and sociopathic father, Coyote. Riven, her brother, and Coyote have come to Expanse, on a mission for vengeance. They have an address and a man to kill. Only, the address is wrong and they invade Annie's small home during an intense snowstorm.
What starts as a home invasion turns into a high-stakes psychological game, with Annie desperate to keep her daughter's location unknown. The story is so gripping, told with short chapters that fly by. The alternating perspectives were crafted so well, with Annie and Riven's traumatic backgrounds both being explored. We also get flashbacks to see what made Annie flee Miami, and context as to why Riven's family is so dysfunctional.
This book came strong with a twist, one I did not foresee. Honestly, I could not put it down during certain parts. The action never lulls, the suspense never ending. Though this was my first read of Carter Wilson, I will be eager to read more.
Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley for this advanced reader's copy!
Riven is the young woman, brainwashed by her survivalist and sociopathic father, Coyote. Riven, her brother, and Coyote have come to Expanse, on a mission for vengeance. They have an address and a man to kill. Only, the address is wrong and they invade Annie's small home during an intense snowstorm.
What starts as a home invasion turns into a high-stakes psychological game, with Annie desperate to keep her daughter's location unknown. The story is so gripping, told with short chapters that fly by. The alternating perspectives were crafted so well, with Annie and Riven's traumatic backgrounds both being explored. We also get flashbacks to see what made Annie flee Miami, and context as to why Riven's family is so dysfunctional.
This book came strong with a twist, one I did not foresee. Honestly, I could not put it down during certain parts. The action never lulls, the suspense never ending. Though this was my first read of Carter Wilson, I will be eager to read more.
Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley for this advanced reader's copy!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
When They Find Me is a thriller of the first order. One of those books that immediately grabbed me and refused to let go. It’s so intense, I found myself having to put the book down and take deep breaths.
Annie and her daughter Coral are hiding out in small town Expanse, CO. Small like only 313-residents-small. A major snowstorm has just started when their house is broken into by a young woman with a gun, looking for a man named Richard. Unfortunately for all concerned, she has the wrong house. And she’s not alone. Her deranged father and brother are with her.
The story alternates between the two women, present day and what
led them both to this point in time. It’s a fast paced story with almost non stop action. And then that ending! I did not see that one coming.
Read this one when all you want is some crazy, scary entertainment.
My thanks to Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for an advance copy of this book.
Annie and her daughter Coral are hiding out in small town Expanse, CO. Small like only 313-residents-small. A major snowstorm has just started when their house is broken into by a young woman with a gun, looking for a man named Richard. Unfortunately for all concerned, she has the wrong house. And she’s not alone. Her deranged father and brother are with her.
The story alternates between the two women, present day and what
led them both to this point in time. It’s a fast paced story with almost non stop action. And then that ending! I did not see that one coming.
Read this one when all you want is some crazy, scary entertainment.
My thanks to Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for an advance copy of this book.
Review of advance copy received from Edelweiss+
Carter Wilson is a new author for me and I was really blown away with how much I enjoyed this novel!! This is the way you write a suspenseful, character driven psychological thriller, WOW.
Annie and her daughter Coral have been hiding away in a small town, Expanse, Colorado for quite a few years. It is a town where it seems like everyone has a secret - the cabins aren’t close to one another and the town is barely on the map. Annie experienced a traumatic event in Miami and wanted to run as far away as possible - there might be someone coming for them!!
Riven is a young woman who has been raised by her survivalist and sociopathic father, Coyote. They are on their way to a small cabin in Expanse to find and kill the man that he thinks destroyed their family. They have an address and in spite of a snowstorm they find their way to the cabin where they think the man has been hiding.
When Riven knocks on Annie’s door in the middle of a snowstorm - their lives collide and what follows is an intense - edge of your seat thrill ride.
There are dual timelines that explain why Annie is in hiding and that just adds to the tension. The raging snowstorm sets the stage for the standoff between Annie and Coyote and his “pack”.
To say any more of the plot would ruin the experience. This novel is fast paced and full of action, I had a very hard time putting it down and I think you will too.
This novel left me thinking about how our minds are incredible in their ability to manipulate our thinking towards good, evil, safety, revenge, etc. Annie, Riven and Coyote are great examples of how our experiences ultimately shape how we think and react.
This was a fantastic buddy read with Mary Beth and DeAnn.. Be sure to read their great reviews
I received an ARC of this novel from the publisher through Edelweiss. It was my pleasure to read and review this title.
Annie and her daughter Coral have been hiding away in a small town, Expanse, Colorado for quite a few years. It is a town where it seems like everyone has a secret - the cabins aren’t close to one another and the town is barely on the map. Annie experienced a traumatic event in Miami and wanted to run as far away as possible - there might be someone coming for them!!
Riven is a young woman who has been raised by her survivalist and sociopathic father, Coyote. They are on their way to a small cabin in Expanse to find and kill the man that he thinks destroyed their family. They have an address and in spite of a snowstorm they find their way to the cabin where they think the man has been hiding.
When Riven knocks on Annie’s door in the middle of a snowstorm - their lives collide and what follows is an intense - edge of your seat thrill ride.
There are dual timelines that explain why Annie is in hiding and that just adds to the tension. The raging snowstorm sets the stage for the standoff between Annie and Coyote and his “pack”.
To say any more of the plot would ruin the experience. This novel is fast paced and full of action, I had a very hard time putting it down and I think you will too.
This novel left me thinking about how our minds are incredible in their ability to manipulate our thinking towards good, evil, safety, revenge, etc. Annie, Riven and Coyote are great examples of how our experiences ultimately shape how we think and react.
This was a fantastic buddy read with Mary Beth and DeAnn.. Be sure to read their great reviews
I received an ARC of this novel from the publisher through Edelweiss. It was my pleasure to read and review this title.
September 2, 2026
‼️BANGER ALERT‼️BANGER ALERT‼️BANGER ALERT‼️
If you have this guy whether e-ARC or physical…. READ THIS ASAP! Why? Because it is a BANGER! Trust me! This was one of my most anticipated of the year.
Annie and her daughter Coral have been living in a remote mountain town in Expanse, Colorado. They came here to run from the past. No one really knows the true story and they blend in well.
One day, a family of three intruders barge into her home seeking vengeance on a man that does not live there. However, they’re not going away. There’s one among them that doesn’t belong, Riven.
You know how there’s folk horror? This is like a folk thriller. The family of three are deranged. They are also very deadly. But so is Annie.
The twist in this will BLOW YOUR MF MIND! 👀👀👀👀👀👀👀
There is absolutely no way anyone could possibly guess it. It immediately turned this story into a banger and DELIVERS!
When They Find Me is a story about survival and grief, and the things we’ll do to protect the ones we love. It turned me into an emotional mess with a heavy book hangover to boot.
One of mine and @bibliopeeks ‘s favorite buddy reads this year. This is a killer story not to be missed! Pre-order now!
5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press for the gifted copy.
If you have this guy whether e-ARC or physical…. READ THIS ASAP! Why? Because it is a BANGER! Trust me! This was one of my most anticipated of the year.
Annie and her daughter Coral have been living in a remote mountain town in Expanse, Colorado. They came here to run from the past. No one really knows the true story and they blend in well.
One day, a family of three intruders barge into her home seeking vengeance on a man that does not live there. However, they’re not going away. There’s one among them that doesn’t belong, Riven.
You know how there’s folk horror? This is like a folk thriller. The family of three are deranged. They are also very deadly. But so is Annie.
The twist in this will BLOW YOUR MF MIND! 👀👀👀👀👀👀👀
There is absolutely no way anyone could possibly guess it. It immediately turned this story into a banger and DELIVERS!
When They Find Me is a story about survival and grief, and the things we’ll do to protect the ones we love. It turned me into an emotional mess with a heavy book hangover to boot.
One of mine and @bibliopeeks ‘s favorite buddy reads this year. This is a killer story not to be missed! Pre-order now!
5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press for the gifted copy.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
ANOTHER HIT FROM CARTER WILSON!
Intense, action-packed, and oozing the kind of dread thriller lovers crave, When They Find Me was a true masterclass in chills, shock, and fear. An edge-of-your-seat ride from beginning to end, this psychological-slash-survival thriller was an absolute pressure cooker of a read that easily made me fly through the pages in one single sitting. With a small cast of deeply damaged, morally complex characters and an anxiety-inducing standoff that flawlessly interwove cat-and-mouse games and locked-room thrills, it was all I could do to let myself pee. After all, the multiple timelines and dual POVs introduced two haunted narrators in a way that made me feel their pain. Shifting the two back and forth between predator and prey, it was the ultimate battle between life and death as the claustrophobic, snow-covered landscape came alive on the page.
So what was my absolute favorite part of this binge-worthy novel? Well, not only was it a high-stakes fight as the past and the present collided in an explosive display of vengeance and survival, but it all hid quite the shocking turn of events. You see, in spite of it being nail-bitingly tense and blindingly fast-paced, the jaw-dropping, “WTF?!” twist still was what took my breath away. A brilliantly executed, perfectly timed game-changer of a reveal, it was impossible to see coming and made this into an easy five-star stunner. Don’t get me wrong, looking back in hindsight, the clues were all there even though I didn’t see that plot-shifting twist coming at all. So if you love layers of buried secrets that add depth to a home invasion, give this one a try. If you thought The Strangers was scary, this one is sure to leave you quaking in fear! Rating of 5 stars.
Read if you’re a fan of:
- Locked-room thrillers
- Revenge plots
- Unforgettable characters
- Hidden identities
- Mind-blowing twists
- Buried secrets
- Dark, haunting vibes
- A sense of claustrophobia
- A small-town setting
- Short chapters
- Games of cat-and-mouse
- Über-high stakes
- Action-packed scenes
SYNOPSIS:
Expanse, Colorado. Population 313. A town so remote it barely exists on a map―the perfect hiding place for Annie Wolfe and her daughter, Coral. Their cabin is nearly off the grid, and Annie has done everything to keep them safe. Everything. But she knows the people hunting her don't forget. And they don't forgive.
Riven knows about survival. She and her family have lived off the land for years, moving like shadows through the wilderness. Now her father has led them to this forgotten town, tracking the man he swears destroyed their lives. The plan is simple: strike fast, take revenge, and disappear.
But when Riven knocks on Annie's door, their worlds collide. What follows is darker, stranger, and more dangerous than either woman ever imagined―because the hunt isn't just for vengeance. It's for the truth. And in Expanse, Colorado, the truth can kill.
Thank you Carter Wilson, Poisoned Pen Press, and NetGalley for my complimentary physical and digital copies. All opinions are my own.
PUB DATE: November 10, 2026
Content warning: violence, home invasion, murder, death of a parent, animal cruelty/death, confinement, gun and knife violence, vomit, blood, death of a child, grief, mention of: forced institutionalization
Intense, action-packed, and oozing the kind of dread thriller lovers crave, When They Find Me was a true masterclass in chills, shock, and fear. An edge-of-your-seat ride from beginning to end, this psychological-slash-survival thriller was an absolute pressure cooker of a read that easily made me fly through the pages in one single sitting. With a small cast of deeply damaged, morally complex characters and an anxiety-inducing standoff that flawlessly interwove cat-and-mouse games and locked-room thrills, it was all I could do to let myself pee. After all, the multiple timelines and dual POVs introduced two haunted narrators in a way that made me feel their pain. Shifting the two back and forth between predator and prey, it was the ultimate battle between life and death as the claustrophobic, snow-covered landscape came alive on the page.
So what was my absolute favorite part of this binge-worthy novel? Well, not only was it a high-stakes fight as the past and the present collided in an explosive display of vengeance and survival, but it all hid quite the shocking turn of events. You see, in spite of it being nail-bitingly tense and blindingly fast-paced, the jaw-dropping, “WTF?!” twist still was what took my breath away. A brilliantly executed, perfectly timed game-changer of a reveal, it was impossible to see coming and made this into an easy five-star stunner. Don’t get me wrong, looking back in hindsight, the clues were all there even though I didn’t see that plot-shifting twist coming at all. So if you love layers of buried secrets that add depth to a home invasion, give this one a try. If you thought The Strangers was scary, this one is sure to leave you quaking in fear! Rating of 5 stars.
Read if you’re a fan of:
- Locked-room thrillers
- Revenge plots
- Unforgettable characters
- Hidden identities
- Mind-blowing twists
- Buried secrets
- Dark, haunting vibes
- A sense of claustrophobia
- A small-town setting
- Short chapters
- Games of cat-and-mouse
- Über-high stakes
- Action-packed scenes
SYNOPSIS:
Expanse, Colorado. Population 313. A town so remote it barely exists on a map―the perfect hiding place for Annie Wolfe and her daughter, Coral. Their cabin is nearly off the grid, and Annie has done everything to keep them safe. Everything. But she knows the people hunting her don't forget. And they don't forgive.
Riven knows about survival. She and her family have lived off the land for years, moving like shadows through the wilderness. Now her father has led them to this forgotten town, tracking the man he swears destroyed their lives. The plan is simple: strike fast, take revenge, and disappear.
But when Riven knocks on Annie's door, their worlds collide. What follows is darker, stranger, and more dangerous than either woman ever imagined―because the hunt isn't just for vengeance. It's for the truth. And in Expanse, Colorado, the truth can kill.
Thank you Carter Wilson, Poisoned Pen Press, and NetGalley for my complimentary physical and digital copies. All opinions are my own.
PUB DATE: November 10, 2026
Content warning: violence, home invasion, murder, death of a parent, animal cruelty/death, confinement, gun and knife violence, vomit, blood, death of a child, grief, mention of: forced institutionalization
Review of advance copy
5-stars.
Carter Wilson delivers a masterclass in claustrophobic, high-altitude suspense with When They Find Me (releasing November 10, 2026 via Poisoned Pen Press).
Set in an off-grid timber cabin in Expanse, Colorado (Population 313), Annie Wolfe and her twelve-year-old daughter, Coral have spent years hiding from a violent past behind reinforced deadbolts and a hidden safe room.
Horrifyingly, just two days before Christmas, as a brutal blizzard seals off the mountain, their fragile refuge is breached—not by the men Annie fears, but by Riven, a wilderness-honed survivalist tracking a decades-old vendetta.
What follows is an absolute pressure cooker of a thriller where the howling sub-zero whiteout outside is matched only by the suffocating paranoia within.
Wilson excels at turning wide-open alpine landscapes into terrifying isolation chambers, pitting two fiercely protective, trauma-forged women against each other in a game of cat-and-mouse where predator and prey are constantly shifting.
Sharp, atmospheric, and relentlessly paced, this is an exceptional pick for fans of wilderness survival stories and locked-room psychological tension.
I could not put this down. Wilson has outdone himself with this terror filled thriller. My highest of recommendations.
Carter Wilson delivers a masterclass in claustrophobic, high-altitude suspense with When They Find Me (releasing November 10, 2026 via Poisoned Pen Press).
Set in an off-grid timber cabin in Expanse, Colorado (Population 313), Annie Wolfe and her twelve-year-old daughter, Coral have spent years hiding from a violent past behind reinforced deadbolts and a hidden safe room.
Horrifyingly, just two days before Christmas, as a brutal blizzard seals off the mountain, their fragile refuge is breached—not by the men Annie fears, but by Riven, a wilderness-honed survivalist tracking a decades-old vendetta.
What follows is an absolute pressure cooker of a thriller where the howling sub-zero whiteout outside is matched only by the suffocating paranoia within.
Wilson excels at turning wide-open alpine landscapes into terrifying isolation chambers, pitting two fiercely protective, trauma-forged women against each other in a game of cat-and-mouse where predator and prey are constantly shifting.
Sharp, atmospheric, and relentlessly paced, this is an exceptional pick for fans of wilderness survival stories and locked-room psychological tension.
I could not put this down. Wilson has outdone himself with this terror filled thriller. My highest of recommendations.
Currently Reading
November 11, 2026⋆⁺₊❅⋆ ⁺₊❆⋆ pre-read ⋆⁺₊❅⋆ ⁺₊❆⋆
Liana Gold’s review convinced me to read this 🙂↕️🤭🩵 I just need a good time after two not-so-enjoyable CRs 😭
Liana Gold’s review convinced me to read this 🙂↕️🤭🩵 I just need a good time after two not-so-enjoyable CRs 😭
September 2, 2026
This puts the suspense in suspenseful.
Annie and her daughter are living off the grid in Expanse, CO, population 500. This is a town where everyone goes when they don’t want to be found, Annie included.
Riven, along with her brother and father, is on the hunt for revenge and finds herself also in Expanse.
Shown between past and present timelines, we begin to understand the dangers in the past might never fully disappear by running away and hiding.
How these two families cross paths will have you holding your breath with each page turn. There is certainly not a lack of action or suspense all the way through to the satisfying conclusion.
This raises the age-old question. If Die Hard is a Christmas movie, then this definitely needs to be classified as a Christmas book.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
Annie and her daughter are living off the grid in Expanse, CO, population 500. This is a town where everyone goes when they don’t want to be found, Annie included.
Riven, along with her brother and father, is on the hunt for revenge and finds herself also in Expanse.
Shown between past and present timelines, we begin to understand the dangers in the past might never fully disappear by running away and hiding.
How these two families cross paths will have you holding your breath with each page turn. There is certainly not a lack of action or suspense all the way through to the satisfying conclusion.
This raises the age-old question. If Die Hard is a Christmas movie, then this definitely needs to be classified as a Christmas book.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
June 9, 2026
Expanse, CO: a tiny, remote town with a population of just 313, where people with a secret past go to hide out and live unnoticed by the rest of the world.
This was a fairly quick read, with short chapters that encourage you to read another, then another, etc.
The second half is full of nail-biting tension, as you try to figure out who’s going to still be alive by the end of the book.
Then, as you get close to the end, a MAJOR surprise is revealed.
It’s told in multiple POV and time lines, which to me makes a book more interesting.
With the exception of the big revelation that I mentioned, I did find the ending to be predictable, but that didn’t take away from my overall enjoyment of the book.
All of the characters had interesting (sad, but interesting) backgrounds.
Pretty much everyone in this book is dealing with their own emotional trauma, and not in healthy ways.
I don’t have children, nor am I am woman, but I definitely got a sense of maternal instinct and what a mother will do when she believes that her child is in danger; a trait that exists in both humans and animals.
I highly recommend this to anyone who’s a fan of psychological thrillers!
Parts of this book reminded me a lot of another thriller that I’ve read, but if I put the title in my review I think that it would be a spoiler for those who are familiar with that book.
Thanks to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley for providing with this eARC to review.
This was a fairly quick read, with short chapters that encourage you to read another, then another, etc.
The second half is full of nail-biting tension, as you try to figure out who’s going to still be alive by the end of the book.
Then, as you get close to the end, a MAJOR surprise is revealed.
It’s told in multiple POV and time lines, which to me makes a book more interesting.
With the exception of the big revelation that I mentioned, I did find the ending to be predictable, but that didn’t take away from my overall enjoyment of the book.
All of the characters had interesting (sad, but interesting) backgrounds.
Pretty much everyone in this book is dealing with their own emotional trauma, and not in healthy ways.
I don’t have children, nor am I am woman, but I definitely got a sense of maternal instinct and what a mother will do when she believes that her child is in danger; a trait that exists in both humans and animals.
I highly recommend this to anyone who’s a fan of psychological thrillers!
Parts of this book reminded me a lot of another thriller that I’ve read, but if I put the title in my review I think that it would be a spoiler for those who are familiar with that book.
Thanks to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley for providing with this eARC to review.
October 14, 2026
I received this book as an ARC from NetGalley. Thank you to all involved.
I rated this book 5/5 stars ⭐️
I have read a couple of Carter Wilson’s other books and loved them so I was SO excited to get to check this out.
This starts quick and gets MOVING. It’s told from dual timelines and 2 POVs. I finished this book in 2 days and would have finished it even quicker if I didn’t have to work. My anxiety was THROUGH THE ROOF! It never lets up either- action packed and so suspenseful. By the end of the book my jaw was on the floor! I would 1000% recommend this book to someone looking for a book that snatches you up immediately. Also perfect for the winter when you want a book that takes place in a snowed in type of setting (I love those)
I rated this book 5/5 stars ⭐️
I have read a couple of Carter Wilson’s other books and loved them so I was SO excited to get to check this out.
This starts quick and gets MOVING. It’s told from dual timelines and 2 POVs. I finished this book in 2 days and would have finished it even quicker if I didn’t have to work. My anxiety was THROUGH THE ROOF! It never lets up either- action packed and so suspenseful. By the end of the book my jaw was on the floor! I would 1000% recommend this book to someone looking for a book that snatches you up immediately. Also perfect for the winter when you want a book that takes place in a snowed in type of setting (I love those)
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
”She’s reminded me that we’re all just animals in the end, and if we get threatened, none of us are above sinking our teeth into someone’s flesh.”
a bit of an odd reading experience with this one, it’s easy to binge and i liked that there were some illustrations included. i just found that the trajectory of the plot was sort of bland? the major twist was also obvious to me from the very start. Annie and Riven were both abrasive, so i wasn’t necessarily rooting for either of them. the whole thing with Riven’s family was weird too, i guess i just didn’t understand the point of it all.
⇢ thanks to NetGalley, the author and Poisoned Pen Press for the arc, all opinions are my own.
a bit of an odd reading experience with this one, it’s easy to binge and i liked that there were some illustrations included. i just found that the trajectory of the plot was sort of bland? the major twist was also obvious to me from the very start. Annie and Riven were both abrasive, so i wasn’t necessarily rooting for either of them. the whole thing with Riven’s family was weird too, i guess i just didn’t understand the point of it all.
⇢ thanks to NetGalley, the author and Poisoned Pen Press for the arc, all opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
My mind just did a backflip.
When They Find Me has plenty of chill from a Colorado snowstorm to the icy brutal storyline itself. This is my first book by Carter Wilson and it's left me with frostbite of the brain.
Annie Wolfe has been living like a nomad with her twelve year old daughter Cora. They can never lay their past to rest. That past involved the sunny beaches of Miami. The heat of the situation put them on the run after the death of Annie's husband, Gabriel. You can never look forward to the future while constantly checking your rear-view mirror.
That was four years ago. Annie finally found refuge in Expanse, Colorado with a population of 313. Everyone there seems to be camped in their own secrets. Annie is home schooling Cora and just wants to be left alone. But her solitary life will finally have a day of reckoning. A stranger's presence on her doorstep during a snowstorm will cast a destructive shadow across everything now. That encounter will simply blow up life as Annie has come to know these past few years. And there's no going back. Ever.
Carter Wilson creates one stressful read in high altitude. The minute that that door opens there will be relentless action and clenching of the jaws. You'll find yourselves wanting to shake Annie for bad, bad decisions and slow, slow reactions at times. Wilson presses the pressure button non-stop throughout this one and, at times, it's almost too much. Flip the "off" switch, Wilson. And yet, as readers, we can't look away or put this one down. An adult beverage may be warranted in order to take the edge off. Be sure to check this one out. Bring your blankey.
I received a copy of this book through NetGalley for an honest review. My thanks to Poisoned Pen Press and to the talented Carter Wilson for the opportunity.
When They Find Me has plenty of chill from a Colorado snowstorm to the icy brutal storyline itself. This is my first book by Carter Wilson and it's left me with frostbite of the brain.
Annie Wolfe has been living like a nomad with her twelve year old daughter Cora. They can never lay their past to rest. That past involved the sunny beaches of Miami. The heat of the situation put them on the run after the death of Annie's husband, Gabriel. You can never look forward to the future while constantly checking your rear-view mirror.
That was four years ago. Annie finally found refuge in Expanse, Colorado with a population of 313. Everyone there seems to be camped in their own secrets. Annie is home schooling Cora and just wants to be left alone. But her solitary life will finally have a day of reckoning. A stranger's presence on her doorstep during a snowstorm will cast a destructive shadow across everything now. That encounter will simply blow up life as Annie has come to know these past few years. And there's no going back. Ever.
Carter Wilson creates one stressful read in high altitude. The minute that that door opens there will be relentless action and clenching of the jaws. You'll find yourselves wanting to shake Annie for bad, bad decisions and slow, slow reactions at times. Wilson presses the pressure button non-stop throughout this one and, at times, it's almost too much. Flip the "off" switch, Wilson. And yet, as readers, we can't look away or put this one down. An adult beverage may be warranted in order to take the edge off. Be sure to check this one out. Bring your blankey.
I received a copy of this book through NetGalley for an honest review. My thanks to Poisoned Pen Press and to the talented Carter Wilson for the opportunity.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Well, that was feral! And I mean that in a most wildly entertaining page-turner kind of way.
You’re hiding out with your daughter in a remote town where no one asks your real name or what brought you there. Then suddenly, upon a Christmas Eve, some very strange kind of folks are in your house. They are hunting. They are hunting someone, but it’s not you. What unfolds is a must-read!
📢 Publication Date: 11/10/26
🎉 My Star Rating: 4.5/5🌟🌟🌟🌟💫
📖 Genre: Mystery/Thriller
Thanks to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review! All opinions and statements are my own.
You’re hiding out with your daughter in a remote town where no one asks your real name or what brought you there. Then suddenly, upon a Christmas Eve, some very strange kind of folks are in your house. They are hunting. They are hunting someone, but it’s not you. What unfolds is a must-read!
📢 Publication Date: 11/10/26
🎉 My Star Rating: 4.5/5🌟🌟🌟🌟💫
📖 Genre: Mystery/Thriller
Thanks to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review! All opinions and statements are my own.
November 4, 2026
"Some secrets don't fade. They hunt.
Expanse, Colorado. Population 313. A town so remote it barely exists on a map—the perfect hiding place for Annie Wolfe and her daughter, Coral. Their cabin is nearly off the grid, and Annie has done everything to keep them safe. Everything. But she knows the people hunting her don't forget. And they don't forgive."
This is one of the best thrillers I have read in a long time! With fully fleshed characters as told through dual timeline and multiple POVs, we get to know Annie and her daughter and Riven, the daughter of the intruder intimately. The chapters are short and end with mini cliffhangers causing me to stay up for "just one more chapter!" This masterfully crafted novel is a propulsive, addictive thriller that will keep you turning the pages as fast as you can. I found it all- consuming, atmospheric and completely satisfying. The best home invasion novel I've read since Nightwatching. This is a must-read for thriller lovers and I highly recommend that you RUN to buy a copy!
Many thanks to NetGalley, Poisoned Pen Press and Carter Wilson for the gifted advance reader's copy. All opinions are my own.
Expanse, Colorado. Population 313. A town so remote it barely exists on a map—the perfect hiding place for Annie Wolfe and her daughter, Coral. Their cabin is nearly off the grid, and Annie has done everything to keep them safe. Everything. But she knows the people hunting her don't forget. And they don't forgive."
This is one of the best thrillers I have read in a long time! With fully fleshed characters as told through dual timeline and multiple POVs, we get to know Annie and her daughter and Riven, the daughter of the intruder intimately. The chapters are short and end with mini cliffhangers causing me to stay up for "just one more chapter!" This masterfully crafted novel is a propulsive, addictive thriller that will keep you turning the pages as fast as you can. I found it all- consuming, atmospheric and completely satisfying. The best home invasion novel I've read since Nightwatching. This is a must-read for thriller lovers and I highly recommend that you RUN to buy a copy!
Many thanks to NetGalley, Poisoned Pen Press and Carter Wilson for the gifted advance reader's copy. All opinions are my own.
May 7, 2026
[arc review] when they find me is a fast paced psychological thriller that follows annie as intruders stage a home invasion during a snow storm—except the intruders have the wrong house, and annie is not their desired target. it’s also a dual pov that follows our second main character, riven.
this was very quick to read! the chapters were short as it jumped from annie to riven, which added suspense and meant I was able to fly through it very easily.
I had a feeling about the big reveal about 60% of the way through, but I enjoyed the book nonetheless. I would recommend it to anyone who’s wanting a good psychological thriller that will have them on the edge of their seat!
my only wish was that the conclusion/epilogue served both characters, as we spent about an even split of time learning about annie and riven.
thank you poisoned pen press for the advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review!
this was very quick to read! the chapters were short as it jumped from annie to riven, which added suspense and meant I was able to fly through it very easily.
I had a feeling about the big reveal about 60% of the way through, but I enjoyed the book nonetheless. I would recommend it to anyone who’s wanting a good psychological thriller that will have them on the edge of their seat!
my only wish was that the conclusion/epilogue served both characters, as we spent about an even split of time learning about annie and riven.
thank you poisoned pen press for the advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review!
September 24, 2026
Carter Wilson is one brilliant thriller writer. I always know that I am in for a roller coaster of emotions and twists. Don’t expect to pick this book up and read just a few chapters. It is a book that needs to be binged and that is exactly what I did. With its frenetic pace, short chapters from multiple points of views and timelines, it is just impossible to put done.
A remote cabin in Colorado in a snowstorm, just before Christmas. Annie and her daughter Coral are preparing to have some relaxing time together when their world is turned on its head. A knock at the door, a woman with a gun looking for someone Annie has never heard of. But she can’t get rid of her that easily, in fact, it isn’t long before the brother and father are in her house and she is tied to a chair.
This book is intense!! i am sure that forgot to breathe at certain points of the story, especially when the doh Harley looked to be danger. It is much more than a page turning thriller, Annie is a broken woman and the more we learn the more I felt for her.
And that ending!! Did not see that coming at all. Genius!
Thanks so much to Poisoned Pen Press for allowing me to read this book earlier. Will be recommending this to everyone. Publishes on November 10th
A remote cabin in Colorado in a snowstorm, just before Christmas. Annie and her daughter Coral are preparing to have some relaxing time together when their world is turned on its head. A knock at the door, a woman with a gun looking for someone Annie has never heard of. But she can’t get rid of her that easily, in fact, it isn’t long before the brother and father are in her house and she is tied to a chair.
This book is intense!! i am sure that forgot to breathe at certain points of the story, especially when the doh Harley looked to be danger. It is much more than a page turning thriller, Annie is a broken woman and the more we learn the more I felt for her.
And that ending!! Did not see that coming at all. Genius!
Thanks so much to Poisoned Pen Press for allowing me to read this book earlier. Will be recommending this to everyone. Publishes on November 10th
August 30, 2026
WHEN THEY FIND ME
By Carter Wilson
A Town of Secrets, and Secrets Attract Trouble.
This is my first read by Carter Wilson, and it definitely won’t be my last. When They Find Me is a psychological thriller set in a cabin in the remote mountain town of Expanse, Colorado, unfolding over a few hours during a blizzard.
Annie Wolfe has built a quiet, isolated life with her twelve-year-old daughter, Coral, while keeping secrets from her past buried. But when Riven and her survivalist family arrive seeking revenge, Annie’s carefully guarded life begins to unravel. As the two families become caught in a dangerous confrontation, long-buried secrets start coming to light.
This starts out with such a tense feel, and the tension steadily builds to an explosive ending. The feeling of revenge that propels the characters throughout this novel is nail-biting. Annie is fierce and unyielding—protective, guarded, and resilient—and will do anything to protect Coral. I was rooting for Annie and Coral throughout their ordeal with this survivalist family, who bring distrust, danger, and their own motives with them.
A perfect psychological read during the cold and snowy winter months.
Thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen for the eARC.
Publishing November 10, 2026
By Carter Wilson
A Town of Secrets, and Secrets Attract Trouble.
This is my first read by Carter Wilson, and it definitely won’t be my last. When They Find Me is a psychological thriller set in a cabin in the remote mountain town of Expanse, Colorado, unfolding over a few hours during a blizzard.
Annie Wolfe has built a quiet, isolated life with her twelve-year-old daughter, Coral, while keeping secrets from her past buried. But when Riven and her survivalist family arrive seeking revenge, Annie’s carefully guarded life begins to unravel. As the two families become caught in a dangerous confrontation, long-buried secrets start coming to light.
This starts out with such a tense feel, and the tension steadily builds to an explosive ending. The feeling of revenge that propels the characters throughout this novel is nail-biting. Annie is fierce and unyielding—protective, guarded, and resilient—and will do anything to protect Coral. I was rooting for Annie and Coral throughout their ordeal with this survivalist family, who bring distrust, danger, and their own motives with them.
A perfect psychological read during the cold and snowy winter months.
Thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen for the eARC.
Publishing November 10, 2026
September 2, 2026
WHAT?! I couldn’t put this down to save my life. It was a seriously solid four star read, until BOOM suddenly it catapulted to a five star stunner! More thoughts soon. I’m processing.
👭🏻This was another knockout buddy read with @nikkileethrillseeker and it’s KattNik approved mmkay?!
👭🏻This was another knockout buddy read with @nikkileethrillseeker and it’s KattNik approved mmkay?!
October 8, 2026
What a ride! This grabbed me from the beginning and apparently had no intention of letting me put it down. The pace was relentless (in the best way) and the suspense just kept building from beginning to end. There was never really a “safe” moment to relax, but I’m not complaining. 😂
This was a twisty, atmospheric psychological thriller that kept me invested and constantly wondering what was coming next. The tension, secrets, and mounting sense of danger made for a seriously entertaining read.
If you like psychological thrillers that get moving quickly and don’t let up, this one is definitely worth picking up.
Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This was a twisty, atmospheric psychological thriller that kept me invested and constantly wondering what was coming next. The tension, secrets, and mounting sense of danger made for a seriously entertaining read.
If you like psychological thrillers that get moving quickly and don’t let up, this one is definitely worth picking up.
Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
November 10, 2026
Wow, what a tense thriller! There were definitely some surprises, I was absolutely gripped and read late into the night to find out what would happen. Isolated location, people with secrets hiding from the world, and people set on revenge at any cost. RTC
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
5 Small Town Colorado Stars
Here’s another Colorado author winner! My first from this author, but definitely won’t be the last.
There’s a small town in western Colorado called Expanse with just 331 residents. This is the kind of place you go to escape from the world. Annie moved here from Florida with her daughter Coral. Of course, those aren’t their real names, and they are very much trying to escape the past.
It’s just about Christmas, a tough time for many. A family rolls into town in an old RV, and we meet Riven, Boone, and their father, Coyote. They are hunting someone. Has Annie’s past caught up to her?
The point of view alternates between Annie and Riven. We learn about Annie’s past and just what she’s running from. And the tragic childhood that Riven has endured. Is there anything redeeming about Riven, or is she completely taken in by her father’s ideology?
As Annie’s family collides with Coyote’s, I worried about Annie and Coral. Annie is no shrinking violet, but she has met her match in evil. As Riven and crew barge into Annie’s house, a heavy snowstorm moves in. This one was riveting, and I read it quickly because I had to know the resolution.
A terrific read with several shocking twists. Can’t wait to read more from Carter Wilson!
This made a great buddy read with Mary Beth and Dorie.
My thanks to Poisoned Pen Press for the opportunity to read and honestly review this one. Scheduled to release on 11.10.2026.
Here’s another Colorado author winner! My first from this author, but definitely won’t be the last.
There’s a small town in western Colorado called Expanse with just 331 residents. This is the kind of place you go to escape from the world. Annie moved here from Florida with her daughter Coral. Of course, those aren’t their real names, and they are very much trying to escape the past.
It’s just about Christmas, a tough time for many. A family rolls into town in an old RV, and we meet Riven, Boone, and their father, Coyote. They are hunting someone. Has Annie’s past caught up to her?
The point of view alternates between Annie and Riven. We learn about Annie’s past and just what she’s running from. And the tragic childhood that Riven has endured. Is there anything redeeming about Riven, or is she completely taken in by her father’s ideology?
As Annie’s family collides with Coyote’s, I worried about Annie and Coral. Annie is no shrinking violet, but she has met her match in evil. As Riven and crew barge into Annie’s house, a heavy snowstorm moves in. This one was riveting, and I read it quickly because I had to know the resolution.
A terrific read with several shocking twists. Can’t wait to read more from Carter Wilson!
This made a great buddy read with Mary Beth and Dorie.
My thanks to Poisoned Pen Press for the opportunity to read and honestly review this one. Scheduled to release on 11.10.2026.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Carter Wilson has done it again. Well, actually, he’s done it even BETTER. 🤯
WHEN THEY FIND ME is his best book yet. Thank you @poisonedpenpress for my gifted copy!
I’ve been a Carter Wilson fan since Mister Tender’s Girl came out years ago. It was bingeable, scary, twisted, and completely unforgettable. I’ve always felt like Carter flies under the radar when we talk about the best thriller writers out there, but he truly made a massive splash last year with Tell Me What You Did. That book was pure suspense from page one. And now we have When They Find Me.
This is the book that tells everyone who’s boss when it comes to suspense thrillers and that is CARTER WILSON.
Go into this one as um knowledgeable as possible. Seriously. Don’t read too much of the synopsis because things blow up FAST and FURIOUS, and you’re going to want to experience every WTF moment for yourself.
This is absolutely a one-sitting read if you have the time and I suggest you make the time. I was completely hooked. So much so that I literally woke up early just so I could finish it before work. 😂
Carter Wilson, You have DONE IT AGAIN. STARS: 5, PUB: 11/10
WHEN THEY FIND ME is his best book yet. Thank you @poisonedpenpress for my gifted copy!
I’ve been a Carter Wilson fan since Mister Tender’s Girl came out years ago. It was bingeable, scary, twisted, and completely unforgettable. I’ve always felt like Carter flies under the radar when we talk about the best thriller writers out there, but he truly made a massive splash last year with Tell Me What You Did. That book was pure suspense from page one. And now we have When They Find Me.
This is the book that tells everyone who’s boss when it comes to suspense thrillers and that is CARTER WILSON.
Go into this one as um knowledgeable as possible. Seriously. Don’t read too much of the synopsis because things blow up FAST and FURIOUS, and you’re going to want to experience every WTF moment for yourself.
This is absolutely a one-sitting read if you have the time and I suggest you make the time. I was completely hooked. So much so that I literally woke up early just so I could finish it before work. 😂
Carter Wilson, You have DONE IT AGAIN. STARS: 5, PUB: 11/10
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
First time reader of Carter Wilson's books and let me tell you . . . you feel like you are literally in the middle of a snowstorm while reading this book. I loved how detailed he is about the weather and the snow storm totally sets the scene for this thriller. Mother and daughter are hiding deep within a tiny community in Colorado when the wrong person knocks on the wrong door and chaos ensues. I loved the really short fast-paced chapters with different POV's that kept me reading it til it was done. Excellent book.
Thank you to NetGalley, Carter Wilson and Poisoned Pen Press for this atmospheric thriller. This one publishes on November 10, 2026 - right in time for a winter storm.
Thank you to NetGalley, Carter Wilson and Poisoned Pen Press for this atmospheric thriller. This one publishes on November 10, 2026 - right in time for a winter storm.
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