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Finding Jack
Caroline and Jack appear to be the perfect couple, content with quiet evenings at home and weekend walks in the countryside, enjoying their uneventful life. Every Thursday night, Jack normally returns home from his London job like clockwork - until one night, he doesn’t. His disappearance marks the start of Caroline’s discovery that Jack may not be who he seems. So, alongside her best friend Jude, they follow the clues he left behind, hoping they will lead to him.
Their quest takes them to the Lake District, where they find themselves at the centre of a mystery greater than they had imagined. In trying to find Jack, they may have stepped into a danger from which they cannot escape.
Finding Jack is Ella Blackthorn's debut novel for Provoco; an 'unputdownable' murder mystery that will have you wanting to read more from this new, talented author!
Their quest takes them to the Lake District, where they find themselves at the centre of a mystery greater than they had imagined. In trying to find Jack, they may have stepped into a danger from which they cannot escape.
Finding Jack is Ella Blackthorn's debut novel for Provoco; an 'unputdownable' murder mystery that will have you wanting to read more from this new, talented author!
216 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 11, 2026
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September 6, 2026
My Thoughts: I don’t know what Ella put in her writing but this one had me hooked right from the beginning, I was so wrapped up in the mystery that I was torn between being angry at Jack for disappearing and being scared for him because you didn’t know which way it was going to go.
Caroline was a bit of a funny character and still now days agree I’ve finished the book I’m not sure how to take her, one minute she was angry, then she was worried, then she wanted nothing to do with him or the situation then she was sobbing, I just couldn’t get to grips with her and I think that made me feel uneasy as a reader, which I suppose is what you want with a crime thriller book.. maybe that was purposely done by the author 😂
The story has you constantly second guessing yourself, tying yourself in knots and back tracking thinking you’ve missed a clue somewhere.
When I tell you I gasped when one of the reveals came, I think I was actually close to tears because I didn’t expect it.
There was a lot packed into this book & I enjoyed every second of it, will definitely be looking out for more from Ella in the future.
Caroline was a bit of a funny character and still now days agree I’ve finished the book I’m not sure how to take her, one minute she was angry, then she was worried, then she wanted nothing to do with him or the situation then she was sobbing, I just couldn’t get to grips with her and I think that made me feel uneasy as a reader, which I suppose is what you want with a crime thriller book.. maybe that was purposely done by the author 😂
The story has you constantly second guessing yourself, tying yourself in knots and back tracking thinking you’ve missed a clue somewhere.
When I tell you I gasped when one of the reveals came, I think I was actually close to tears because I didn’t expect it.
There was a lot packed into this book & I enjoyed every second of it, will definitely be looking out for more from Ella in the future.
Review of advance copy
I'm reviewing this as part of a tour with Hygge Book Tours.
On first impressions, I felt the author wrote in a very no-nonsense kind of way, presenting both the characters and scenario in a way that seemed very realistic and relatable. Caroline's partner, Jack, didn't come home when expected, and hasn't replied to texts, but flowers arrive at the door with a mysterious note. So what's really going on?
The suspense kept building, and several chapters in, I found I couldn't put it down until I'd finished. The twists kept on coming, and I never knew what to expect next. I think I was about halfway through when I realised that I might have an emotional response to the outcome of the story.
This one satisfied a thriller craving for me, but the Yorkshire setting scratched my cosy mystery itch as well. It was also easy to read in one sitting.
Thank you to Hygge Book Tours, and to the author and publisher, for the opportunity to read and review this.
On first impressions, I felt the author wrote in a very no-nonsense kind of way, presenting both the characters and scenario in a way that seemed very realistic and relatable. Caroline's partner, Jack, didn't come home when expected, and hasn't replied to texts, but flowers arrive at the door with a mysterious note. So what's really going on?
The suspense kept building, and several chapters in, I found I couldn't put it down until I'd finished. The twists kept on coming, and I never knew what to expect next. I think I was about halfway through when I realised that I might have an emotional response to the outcome of the story.
This one satisfied a thriller craving for me, but the Yorkshire setting scratched my cosy mystery itch as well. It was also easy to read in one sitting.
Thank you to Hygge Book Tours, and to the author and publisher, for the opportunity to read and review this.
September 10, 2026
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
Finding Jack by Ella Blackthorn is a gripping, atmospheric thriller that keeps you hooked from start to finish. Its also a book you can quickly dive into and feel involed with. Set against the stark, moody backdrop of the Lake District (I loved this ) it brings a fantastic job of building tension. Moving at a steady pace for reading with along with plenty of dark twists which keep you guessing. The tension is palpable throughout, and the vivid regional setting adds a brilliant layer of isolation that elevates the story's suspense.
Overall, it is a thoroughly enjoyable, dark, and thrilling read. If you love tense mystery-thrillers with a strong sense of place, this one is definitely worth picking up!
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Finding Jack by Ella Blackthorn is a gripping, atmospheric thriller that keeps you hooked from start to finish. Its also a book you can quickly dive into and feel involed with. Set against the stark, moody backdrop of the Lake District (I loved this ) it brings a fantastic job of building tension. Moving at a steady pace for reading with along with plenty of dark twists which keep you guessing. The tension is palpable throughout, and the vivid regional setting adds a brilliant layer of isolation that elevates the story's suspense.
Overall, it is a thoroughly enjoyable, dark, and thrilling read. If you love tense mystery-thrillers with a strong sense of place, this one is definitely worth picking up!
#findingjack
September 22, 2026
This amazing story follows the life of Caroline who on the face of it, leads an amazing life, peaceful and set up in her perfect life with her amazing partner Jack.
We follow what looks like a usual morning until flowers turn and it all starts to take a twist and we get to uncover clues with Caroline and her best friend Jude when Jacks usual routine isn’t followed
This is not a simple case of his phone has died as she discovers
This pager turner will have you guessing, laughing and many other mixed emotions until the truth is uncovered….and just when it all starts to come together, the author throws a curve ball that has you calling out mid way!
Really great book and set up nicely for book 2
Can’t wait for that to come out too
We follow what looks like a usual morning until flowers turn and it all starts to take a twist and we get to uncover clues with Caroline and her best friend Jude when Jacks usual routine isn’t followed
This is not a simple case of his phone has died as she discovers
This pager turner will have you guessing, laughing and many other mixed emotions until the truth is uncovered….and just when it all starts to come together, the author throws a curve ball that has you calling out mid way!
Really great book and set up nicely for book 2
Can’t wait for that to come out too
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
For a relatively short read this certainly packed a lot in. Following Caroline and her friend Jude as they follow clues provided to uncover why Jack has disappeared.
It all begins Valentines Day, and the delivery of some roses, where Caroline discovers her boyfriend of 18 months was not who he said he was.
I think Jude was my favourite character, totally loyal and there for her friend from the start, and that didn't waver.
Some of the baddies weren't the worst I've read but one character was particularly vile.
I dont know know what it was about story but it hooked me in from the start and i struggled to put it fdown. Genuinely had to stop ready the last 8 pages because I physically couldnt keep my eyes open any longer.
Will be looking out for more from this author as this is particularly impressed seeing as its a debut.
It all begins Valentines Day, and the delivery of some roses, where Caroline discovers her boyfriend of 18 months was not who he said he was.
I think Jude was my favourite character, totally loyal and there for her friend from the start, and that didn't waver.
Some of the baddies weren't the worst I've read but one character was particularly vile.
I dont know know what it was about story but it hooked me in from the start and i struggled to put it fdown. Genuinely had to stop ready the last 8 pages because I physically couldnt keep my eyes open any longer.
Will be looking out for more from this author as this is particularly impressed seeing as its a debut.
September 30, 2026
Apparently, this is the first crime novel by this author..
The characters are well described so I felt what they were going through ..
Story is largely set in the Lake District, which I’m quite familiar with, so that added to the experience for me ..
I found the book difficult to put down, as the story progressed and the intensity grew ..
Thoroughly enjoyable and I’m looking forward to her next one.
The characters are well described so I felt what they were going through ..
Story is largely set in the Lake District, which I’m quite familiar with, so that added to the experience for me ..
I found the book difficult to put down, as the story progressed and the intensity grew ..
Thoroughly enjoyable and I’m looking forward to her next one.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
A short read but lots of content in those 200 pages, a debut murder mystery that had me gripped, I was all in wanting to know what had happened to Jack, all told with suspense building plot but what was also clear was the emotional journey with secrets in a relationship that appeared as perfect.
A really good debut murder mystery and I cannot wait to see what Ella Blackthorn brings out next.
A really good debut murder mystery and I cannot wait to see what Ella Blackthorn brings out next.
October 4, 2026
This was such a great debut and I’m excited to read more by the author.
I really enjoyed that this was so much more than the average ‘person goes missing’ Jack had so many secrets, I was hooked on following Caroline as she uncovered what had happened.
I really liked the setting of the book and felt this really added to the atmosphere of the book.
Add this to your TBR!
I really enjoyed that this was so much more than the average ‘person goes missing’ Jack had so many secrets, I was hooked on following Caroline as she uncovered what had happened.
I really liked the setting of the book and felt this really added to the atmosphere of the book.
Add this to your TBR!
October 7, 2026
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book! Packed with suspense, what a great story line! So many twists and turns, I struggled to put the book down. The places, the people came to life ….an amazing and exciting read!
September 12, 2026
Had me hooked from the start, great read
Review of advance copy
Jack is missing. Finding Jack is the story of Caroline as she, and her friend Jude begin to unravel the breadcrumbs leading to the truth.
The absence of Jack had me curious and I found myself racing through the pages as the secrets began to unravel.
It was deliberately paced with dark undertones, and psychological tension.
Intentionally balanced characters, layers of profound emotion, and the epitome of 'the perfect relationship' added to the mystery.
I really enjoyed it, and look forward to reading more from Blackthorn in the future.
The absence of Jack had me curious and I found myself racing through the pages as the secrets began to unravel.
It was deliberately paced with dark undertones, and psychological tension.
Intentionally balanced characters, layers of profound emotion, and the epitome of 'the perfect relationship' added to the mystery.
I really enjoyed it, and look forward to reading more from Blackthorn in the future.
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