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"A captivating thriller about the power of the things we wish we could forget."
~Mary Widdicks, bestselling author of A Mutual Addiction


Where is the line between killer and hero?

Things are finally looking up for Detective Petrosky. Sure, his daughter’s still dead, his granddaughter’s in another state, and they keep putting lemon in his freaking water, but he’s sober, his ex-wife no longer hates him—as much—and his new partner is as good at police work as she is at matching his snarky comebacks. But criminals don’t take a break; those bastards never sleep.

When a councilman’s son is brutally murdered, the city explodes into controversy. Though the teen appears to have been ambushed in a random attack, there’s no forensic evidence at the scene, and the boy’s neck was snapped as quickly and efficiently as if it were a professional hit. Was the murder politically motivated? Or was the victim involved in something else—something bigger? Perhaps the slaying is linked to the old crime scene photos the victim had been collecting, some from cases Petrosky himself worked. And whoever murdered their victim killed at least two others. Ash Park may be dealing with a serial killer five years in the making.

But the victims from these older cases are far from innocent—each appears to have been killed during an attempted rape. Is their suspect a cold-blooded murderer, or a hero vigilante? And what does any of it have to do with the councilman’s son? All Petrosky knows is that until now, their perp has been protecting the most vulnerable citizens of Ash Park from the very worst of humanity—from the criminals Petrosky himself has spent his entire career trying to put away.

And Petrosky isn’t sure he wants him to stop.


Riveting, and as dark as it is mysterious, Recall pushes the boundaries of right and wrong and turns the notion of justice on its head. Fans of Harlan Corben, Lee Child, and Karin Slaughter will love the Ash Park series.

302 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 16, 2019

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Meghan O'Flynn

174 books666 followers
With books deemed “visceral, haunting, and fully immersive” (New York Times bestseller, Andra Watkins), Meghan O’Flynn has made her mark on the thriller genre. Meghan is a clinical therapist who draws her character inspiration from her knowledge of the human psyche. She is the bestselling author of gritty crime novels and serial killer thrillers, all of which take readers on the dark, gripping, and unputdownable journey for which Meghan is notorious. Perfect for fans of Dexter, Chelsea Cain, and Gillian Flynn. Learn more at https://meghanoflynn.com!

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Profile Image for Angela.
8,856 reviews123 followers
December 17, 2019
5 Stars

Recall is the brilliant sixth book in the Ash Park Series by Meghan O’Flynn. This thriller is a fantastic addition to the series- I was glued to the pages from beginning to end, reading it in one sitting- and absolutely loved every mind twisting minute.
The series has been such a fantastic read. It could be read as a standalone, but there are recurring characters and snippets of backstory and previous information which play a part in this book, so reading all the other books would give you a larger, more developed perspective- which in turn will enhance your overall reading experience. The books are all really great- quite intriguing, intense, and suspenseful, so reading them all is definitely a plus for you!
This series just goes from strength to strength, each book delivering an intense, gripping, and polished read. And, as I have said numerous times now, I am so impressed with Ms. O’Flynn’s ability to spin an incredibly clever thriller- her books just get better and better as the series has evolved. The amount of tension, suspense, shocks, and brilliant twists, surprises, and puzzling situations that she manages to infuse into each story, really makes me sit up and take notice- always unpredictable right up till the end- whilst delivering a heart pounding, stomach clenching, and mind-blowing read.

Thank you, Ms. Flynn!!!
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Author 8 books225 followers
February 5, 2020
Petrosky is one of my favorite cops in literature. Flawed. Relatable. Rough. Endearing. Recall gives him some new character scenery, though he never chews it. Instead, the story unfurls in a fluid cascade of page-turning suspense. I miss Morrison, his old partner. But I love Jackson, his new one. I also love how current events wound through the story in unexpected ways. If you are not reading this series, you are missing out.
52 reviews
January 8, 2020
Recall By Meghan O’Flynn is the 6th book in the Ash Park series. This is the only book in the series I have read (so far). Even though I haven’t read anything else in the series I was still hooked the moment I started reading. This thriller is dark and intense. O’Flynn keeps you intrigued and on the edge of your seat until the very end.

Detective Petrosky is on the hunt for a serial killer who kills men who so awful things. The latest victim doesn’t match up with the rest, he is the son of a councilman who other than having a strange interest in old crime scenes doesn’t seem to have any dark secrets. Petrosky must find out who this serial killer is before someone else gets killed.

O’Flynn weaves a suspenseful story that has so many layers and details linking everything together. As stated above this is the only book in this series I have read but it won’t be the last. I can’t wait to start the other books in this series.
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2,047 reviews28 followers
December 16, 2019
Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6)
By Meghan O’Flynn
5 out of 5 stars

The story Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O’Flynn is an amazing book to read. It has mystery and suspense. There are times when I wondered what was going to happen next. As the main characters try to solve the murder of the son of a very important member of the community you are taken on an investigation that is a ride that will not stop until the end. It is up to Detective Petrosky and his new partner to find and bring in the murderer. This is another wonderful book set in Ash Park. Detective Petrosky is a character whose personal life may be a bit of a mess, however, when he is on a case, he does everything he can think of to solve it. This sometimes gets him in hot water. Is this murder a random attack or is there more to it? Is the killer a vigilante who protects those who need help the most? Will Petrosky and his partner bring the killer in? Read this book to find out. I also enjoyed reading about Petrosky’s partner. She is tough, snarky, and strong. Whatever Petrosky can dish out she can take and has a reply waiting for him. This is a story that is dark and has some twists to it. The story does deal with a sensitive subject throughout the investigation. There are many other characters that are introduced. Some of them are helpful to the detective and his partner, others have their own agenda and plans. Don’t miss out on a story that will have you turning pages and not wanting to put it down until you have read the final page. I highly recommend this book. I also wanted to recommend the entire series. The series is amazing!
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1,327 reviews19 followers
December 27, 2019
I can’t even find the right words to discuss this book with the enthusiasm that it deserves, and that is saying a lot because well I love my words and I love talking lol. In all seriousness though, this book is like the icing on the cake of the Ash Park Novels. I have loved and devoured each one previous to this book at least twice now, and I foresee another reread in my near future. These books are the best of the best when it comes to thrills, suspense, intrigue, and self-taught lessons often learned the hard way. As such a fan I did some staling of Meghan O’Flynn’s other work and history and turns out she is a therapist of some kind, and I can only imagine the things she spins in her mind on the daily. I adore the way these books seem so real and vivid that you often expect to turn on the news and hear about the murders taking place in real time. Being a true crime junkie makes these books the best to feed my addiction.

Recall is the sixth book in the series, and while you could read them as stand alone novels I would highly recommend that you read the others to follow along some of our character favorites like Detective Petroski and more. I won’t give much more than what is divulged in the blurbs given by the author so I'll just skip that part and tell you to go grab these novels. Take my word for it and carve out some time because if you are anything like me you will soon become addicted and need the whole story. I sincerely hope that someday we will get more from the ever talented Meghan O’Flynn and her Ash Park series. For now I will settle with a long, dark, and twisty reread!
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Author 174 books666 followers
August 12, 2021
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1,136 reviews6 followers
December 28, 2019
Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O'Flynn

5 +++++++ Stars

This is absolutely one of my favorite series ever! I've read them all out of order and wish I could go back and start from scratch the 1st time all over again. Take my advice and read them all one right after the other...I was able to piece everything together and that's mainly because each one can be read as a standalone I guess but trust me and read them all, I am so glad I got to start this one finally in order, and before I go any further let me just say how flipping excited I am to know there is yet more Petrosky to come.

This one started out in perfect Petrosky style sitting in a cafe and his inner dialogue at full force. I about fell out of my chair when I found out he was sitting there with his ex wife! I have become so completely invested in these characters lives that I feel like I personally know them, that's kind of scary lol

This one had me all messed up, should I really be conflicted about what is going on in this book? No but I was and everything about this story had me on the edge of my seat. I'm not going to even try to sum it all up, she does that perfectly in her synopsis. Just know that I can not recommend this book, as well as this whole series enough. I've read other books outside of this series by this author and it's pretty safe to say she is one of my favorites.

Absolutely Loved It!!
Profile Image for Elizabeth.
848 reviews7 followers
December 30, 2019
Recall: An Ash Park Novel is the 6th in the series by Meghan O'Flynn, but the first one I read. It can be enjoyed as a stand alone novel, but has references to things that happened in the past. The book is written in a way that you can feel the importance, without knowing the details that would come from reading the previous books. The past of Detective Petrosky weighs on his current state, but again, I didn't know the details and did just fine. The characters personalities are great, and play off each other well. This story draws a wobbling line between doing what is right and doing what is just. A young man was murdered, right in front of his girl friend. To create more outrage, he is the son of a councilman and the couple was interracial. There are no witnesses, and the detectives have no leads. They struggle to determine if it was a random attack, serial killer, or hate crime. I love the way the story unfolded, as it seemed to come out of no where. It didn't fully click until the end of the book, and then once they knew who the killer might be, they had to find him. Total thrill and I didn't want to put it down. I want to go back and read the others now, because I am sure they are just as gripping.
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854 reviews13 followers
December 30, 2019
Recall
An Ash Park Novel
Volume 6
By Meghan O’Flynn
☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
This is a full length novel you won't want to miss. Not for those under 18 due to violence. This is a no spoiler review!

Ash Park holds secrets nobody wants to hear or live through. Detective Petrosky daughter was murdered many years before, and her murder is still a mystery. In the last 5 years Detective Petrosky has worked these murder cases. Each seemed to be linked to one serial killer. Each murder has many avenues to be traveled. That is what reading this thriller interesting. You should really start with the first book in the series. It will help with what happened in this book. If you have then just know it's more intense than the last.

This the 6th book in this series, has once again made my heart race. This story keeps you locked in, until you read the last page. Meghan O'Flynn has written this fast rollercoaster of a thriller. She has kept some characters and added a few new ones. All the same this is a fantastic read. It will give you many feels throughout this story. The strongest being this killer must be stopped! Way to keep me on the edge of my seat Meghan O'Flynn! I can't wait to read the next book to this series
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716 reviews2 followers
December 31, 2019
I give Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O'Flynn, 4 stars.

This is a gripping cop suspense book where the police are trying to catch a killer before he kills again. It is quite graphic and dark, so if you do not like extreme detail about gory murders or delve into the darker side of things, this book may not be for you. But if you are okay with that, I definitely recommend this book. The detective has seen much and been through much in his long career. This makes him all the more interesting. I really like how the main character is older and seasoned, not new and fresh like too many main characters in books are. Personally I also enjoy his dark sense of humor. At the same time, so see just how big his heart is. And his partner compliments him so well.

The story itself is so interesting. This is the first book I have read in the series, so I am aware that I am missing out on some things, but the author does do a good of mentioning the things that have happened in the past. I cannot wait to go back to catch up. The story of them chasing after the bad guy with no idea who it could be is not a new one. But the author does this so well, it feels like something completely new to me. I could not put it down and I had no idea who the killer was until the end.

If you enjoy thriller suspense books where the detectives have to put the clues together to catch the killer, this book is for you.
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6,685 reviews81 followers
December 17, 2019
Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O'Flynn is a suspense thriller and another story where Detective Edward Petrosky is out to catch the killer, but we get to see the softer side to him as well. I have enjoyed this character and is no nonsense ways and his thoughts make me laugh at times. Meghan has once again cleverly constructed a story that is full of tension and suspense, intrigue and thrills and I was glued to the pages from beginning to end. Meghan also addressed the issue of mental illness and those dealing with the fallout of once being at war.

Petrosky has lost so much and is finally pulling himself together for the women in his life. His way of thinking is clever, and he works hard to catch the killers but he also loses a little bit more of himself in the process. He is also a softy who will always help those who need a little more.

I am looking forward to what the next book has in store for us.

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881 reviews
December 19, 2019
Recall is the sixth book in Meghan O’Flynn’s Detective Petrosky Ash Park series! Finally he is back! I think you could read Recall as a standalone but you would get so much more out of it knowing more about our Detective Petrosky and the other recurring characters so if you can take the time, start from the beginning!
Detective Petrosky has a new partner and a new investigation that is leaving him torn as on some level he does not want the killer to stop as he has been keeping Ash Park most vulnerable safe from the criminals that Petrosky has worked so many years to put away … Our beloved Detective is still messing up his personal life but he is working on getting his act together while he is brilliantly working on his cases with a new partner who brings her own dry humor into their partnership! I promise you will get addicted as I am and you will start following (stalking) the writer to make sure you do not miss any releases!
1,961 reviews24 followers
December 27, 2019
Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O'Flynn. I love this series its about Detective Petrosky whose daughter was brutally murdered but things are finally looking up for him. He and his ex are on speaking terms, his new partner is good but the criminal world is still alive and well. When a councilman's son is murdered the city turns into mass choas and even though there is no forensic evidence it looks like a professional hit. After searching for the killer and realizing they had killed at least 2 other people are they dealing with a serial killer? Petrosky and his partner are working amazing together and they are hoping to find this killer before even more people end up dead. I have loved reading about Petrosky, he has become one of my most favorite characters I've ever read. You can read this book as a standalone but it will be even better if you read all the previous books! These books can be dark and deal with sensitive topics but they are sooo good!
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1,124 reviews6 followers
December 31, 2019
Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O'Flynn. I seriously cannot get enough of this series. It’s so twisted and the suspense and mystery keeps me on my toes. This author knows suspense and knows how to keep readers coming back for more. While you can read these as stand-alone’s I highly recommended reading them all and honestly I love reading in order. The characters are complex and draw you into their world so completely I forgot I was reading at times finding myself just lost in the pages. Trying to read as fast as possible to see what happens and wishing I could read slower to make it last. I love a book that keeps me up late into the night and this one definitely did that and I led every minute of it. It’s well written and paced nicely never feeling rushed or lacking anything. I’m excited to see where the author takes readers next. Five stars all the way and highly recommended!
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2,840 reviews44 followers
December 23, 2019

Recall was a great 5 star read and book six in the Ash Park series.
I was excited to get reading this book and I was pulled in right from the beginning.

Petrosky is investigating the death of a councilman’s son. We also meet his new partner, Jackson, who is perfect for him. This seems to be the most challenging case yet for him.

Will he solve the mystery before it’s too late?

My emotions were all over the place. We get suspense, mystery and so much more.
These can be read as stand alones but I highly suggest reading from the beginning. It will help you connect better with the characters. Petrosky is great, even after all that he has been through he still has a big heart. All of the characters were great. Meghan has once again brought me into her world with her great writing and I couldn’t put it down until I was done. 1-click and get started today on this great read.
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665 reviews6 followers
December 25, 2019
Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O'Flynn
4 Stars!!!!

I was once again on the edge of my seat. I was not let down with this the 6th book in this series. The author has such a unique way of drawing out the drama adding intrigue. I felt as though I was in the action as it happened.The characters just seemed to jump right off of the page bringing the action to the reader.

Jumping back into Petrosky's life is once again a journey into the macabre. I really enjoyed this change of pace and genre. The way that his life has changed for the better and his struggles with the changes show how personified his character is. I really could sense the emotions rolling as he was investigating the case. I was glued to the pages to find out what would happen next. I will definitely be reading more from this author in the future.
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853 reviews5 followers
December 17, 2019
Book 6! Who would have thought this series would keep going! Dark mystery, violent murders, sadness…all the negative feels. No rainbows here!

O’Flynn writes mystery horror stories. I wanted to mention that she’s the Stephen King of Indie but then there’s a reference in the story and that might not be the compliment I mean it to be! I love her twisted way of writing. Page turning even in the gruesomeness of it all.

I would never want to live in a place like Ash Park but if I did I would want these detectives there battling for good, trying to safe human-kind!

I recommend this story, heck this whole series. But you must read it all in order. You won’t be sorry. Such a great story!
Profile Image for Madilynn Dale.
Author 25 books344 followers
December 28, 2019
Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O'Flynn

5-Stars

Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O'Flynn was an excellent crime /thriller novel. It can be read as a standalone book but does mention things from the previous books. I loved the parts where Petrosky would reminisce about things that happened in the past. Some were good and some were bad. Having read the other books I felt the emotions he was feeling as he recalled them. Following him as he solved this case with his partner Jackson was incredible. There were ups, downs, and several crazy individuals. It never ceases to amaze me how the author creates these characters with such creative traits. I absolutely loved this novel and I highly recommend it.
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Author 22 books155 followers
December 29, 2019
Recall is the sixth book in the Ash Park series. I was able to pick it up and keep up with the story without having to read the previous ones.

The author does a great job making the story come alive. It feels like you are right there with the characters. The story is dark. You are not going to get a light, fluffy mystery here. As you read, you are taken on a thrill ride of adventure, with twists and turns that make the book impossible to put down.
The characters are well-written. I particularly like Petrosky’s partner. She’s snarky and deals with his gruff exterior expertly.

I can’t say too much more without jeopardizing the reading experience for everyone. Just know that you won’t be disappointed when you go on this reading adventure.
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992 reviews2 followers
December 19, 2019
Recall is the sixth book in the An Ash Park series by Meghan O”Flynn, This book can be a stand alone novel, but you would benefit from reading the other books in the series. There are some things that show flashback and characters grow and that would be understood better if you read the other books. This book is full of mystery, suspense and murder. It is a page turner and roller coaster ride that will keep you wanting more and more. Detective Petrosky is on the job again. He is in fear that there may have been a serial killer in the making for 5 years. Will Detective Petrosky find the murder in time? Will there be more murders? You will have to read the book to find out.

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884 reviews4 followers
December 20, 2019
Recall: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O'Flynn is the sixth book in the Ash Park series. This story can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading the preceding books. Detective Petrosky is finally feeling in a good place but of course things don't always stay the same. After a councilman's son is murdered things start to get out of control.
This story is dark and gritty but there are moments of humor to break the tension. This is so well written and kept me on the edge of my seat. I always reading books in this series despite the serious topics that are brought up. I look forward to reading more from Meghan O'Flynn in the future.
2,092 reviews20 followers
December 22, 2019
5 Star
Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O'Flynn is a murder/ suspense that will have you on the edge of your seat trying to figure out what happens next. I was hooked from the beginning and couldn’t put it down till I finished. I highly recommend reading the first five books in this series if you haven’t already. You won’t be disappointed. Detective Petrosky is back at it again, when a councilman’s son is murdered. But problem is things aren’t adding up at the crime scene. Find out what happens next in this absolute must read. I look forward to reading more from this Author.
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1,024 reviews4 followers
December 29, 2019
Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O’Flynn
Five Stars

Recall is the sixth book in the Ash Park series by Meghan O’Flynn. This psychological thriller series just keeps getting better and better, but it is definitely not for the faint of heart. This book will take you on a wild ride as Detective Petrosky and his new partner work together to catch a killer. As with the rest of the series, this is a gritty in your face, unable to put down Masterpiece. This one left me with a book hangover for a couple days. I kept thinking back how it really had me stumped while I was reading. This is an excellent series and I can’t wait to find out what Ms. O’Flynn has in store for us next.
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237 reviews2 followers
November 19, 2021
Awesome Curmudgeon!

We’re seeing a different Petrosky in this book. A guy who still practices the fine art of being extremely rough around the edges, to cover up what might be the softest heart in Ash Park. But when it comes to crime, when it comes to killers, he’s all kickass! Petrosky and Jackson are faced with, what, a military vet with PTSD who is now a vigilante? What a knotty case this is … and Petrosky, himself a war vet with PTSD, may feel some empathy for this elusive bad/good guy. This is another incredible, unputdownable book from Meghan O’Flynn! Write on, Meghan, write on!
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1,093 reviews4 followers
December 20, 2019
Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O'Flynn
5 stars

What a surprise this book was! I didn't know we would be getting more from this series and what a book this was. It can essentially be read as a standalone, but I wouldn't want to as we get to know more of the history of Petrosky in the previous books.

We are introduced to a new partner, Jackson, and I felt she was perfect to add with Petrosky.
We're onto another killer and this one is tests Petrosky and his moral compass.
What a book. You won't want to miss this one.
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239 reviews1 follower
January 13, 2020
Petrosky's at it again!

Pterosky, as cantankerous as ever, and his partner Jackson, equally antagonistic, are burdened with finding the killer of a city councilman's son. Though the victim's girlfriend is allowed to go free, she's still in danger...but not from the killer. It's not long before the detectives realize that this killer has killed before... and just why would some women, witnesses to the killings, be protecting the killer? A tangled web involving military veterans, a group of bigots, and the killer himself, O'Flynn has woven the pieces of this book brilliantly.
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5,063 reviews66 followers
December 16, 2019
I loved this book. This is the sixth book in this series I have read and it is my favorite. I highly suggest reading all of the previous books in this series. Like the previous books, this one is full of suspense, mystery and murder. The characters bring the story to life and made me feel as if I was right there. This is a sitting on the edge of your seat type book and it will keep you turning pages. Find out if Detective Petrosky has met his match with this murder. This is a must read.
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Author 8 books446 followers
March 31, 2020
Like every other book in the Ash Park series, Recall is a page-turner. Petrosky is ever the wisecracking cynic, and I'm loving Jackson as his smart, non-nonsense new partner (though I still have not recovered from what happened to Morrison several books ago and probably never will, dammit). Loved the compassionate exploration of the problems veterans face in our country even as I was tugged along by a murder mystery. Love this whole series.
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972 reviews23 followers
July 13, 2021
A gritty, fast paced novel.

This is actually the first book in the Ash Park Series that I have read and I enjoyed it so much that I intend to play catch-up.

Recall had me from the first page. Straight into the action. With the exception of the young man he killed by mistake, the perpetrator was more of a victim (of the system) than were his victims. It's such a shame that the system that sent these men off to war, failed them so miserably when they came home.
1,406 reviews10 followers
December 17, 2019
This thrill ride from O’Flynn continues to be absolutely amazing! There is not much I can say without giving the story away. But suffice it to say - Ash Park - read it in order and read every one. Because I promise you, you will he hooked from page one. Recall is a thrill ride I simply didn’t want to end. Loved it!
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