Not As I Do...

by Avery Towers

Even though my father is dead and gone, his memory haunts virtually every moment of my life, whether I’m asleep or awake. They called him the Butcher for what he did to women. Ironically enough, he was indeed a butcher by trade. When I became prominent in the press for standing by his side, I became the Butcher’s Daughter. I know, it sounds like some insane, cruel joke that life is playing on me. I was thirteen when I found my dad hovering over my mother’s lifeless body with a cleaver in his hand. He swore he was innocent of her killing — and of the dozen other murders the prosecution linked to him. For eight years, I believed him, right up until the day that the state executed him. My belief that he was innocent was irrelevant and my father is now dead. At twenty-one, I started over. I left Texas and moved to New England, changed my name, and enrolled in college, thinking I could leave the horrors of my childhood and adolescent years behind. No more “Butcher’s Daughter,” I was now Alicia Timbers. But the past never stays buried. Someone has followed me here and picked up where The Butcher left off. Under the shadow of my father’s legacy, the body count on campus continues to rise, and this killer is determined not to let me go a second time…

215 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 22, 2020

Reviews

[Donna Gomez-Rivera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not as I Do is a psychological thrill that take you on a journey of the daughter of a serial killer who try's to leave that part of her life buried like her mother and father are. But someone doesn't want that. She left Texas in hopes of a fresh start. Now in New England enrolled in college new identity can the past stay buried so her life can begin? Of course not the body count is piling up and the prime suspect is the logical one Alicia (aka Rebecca the butcher daughter). Now her identity is about to be blown the real killer is after her and those she loves. Can she escape this tragedy and be strong enough to fight this? Inquiring minds want to know. This is an amazing book that captivates you from the beginning until the end, if your looking for a book that intrigues your mind and you can't put it down, then this is the one for you. Grab your copy today and start reading. Enjoy happy reading 📚
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[LeMiliere · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is by a new author for me and it's a genre I don't read often but the synopsis intrigued me so I agreed to download an ARC and see if it lived up to my expectations. The short answer to that is that it did, I loved it, I was hooked from the very beginning, I couldn’t stop reading. The author's writing style is good and the story builds in such a way that the twists and turns added as you read make you think again about who the killer might be? There are several twists and turns which I wasn't expecting which added intrigue and suspense to the story. The subject matter might be intense but the author's talent makes it easy to read and it's not too graphic so don't be put off - give it a try, I don't think you will be disappointed if you are a fan of this genre.

[Zelda · Rating 4 out of 5]

I devoured this psychological thriller is a single sitting, I could not put it down! I loved the storyline-the story is around the daughter of a convicted serial killer, but she is convinced her father is innocent. One of the victims was his wife, meaning Rebecca has no family & has been in foster care. She's now at the age where she can start over, new name, college-just when you think her life is going to settle down, that's when the action completely ramps up! Rebecca is supposed to be young, but at times comes off as much older, and her character sometimes felt inconsistent. That aside, this was an engrossing, twisty read.

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[Dawn Herrera · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not As I Do: A Psychological Thriller this book had a bit of everything from intrigue, heart pounding suspense with plenty of twist and turns. I was on the edge of my seat waiting to see what was around the next corner. The characters were interesting and well developed, the storyline was very thrilling. She is the daughter of a man who is believed to be The Butcher, a serial killer who has done unspeakable acts against his victims. She has always believed in his innocents. Wanting not to be The Butchers daughter she moves on to college and this is where the story will keep you hooked. I liked this story is flowed good for me and It was very enjoyable.

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[Karen Roma · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s been quite a while since I’ve read psychological thriller, and Not As I Do by Avery Towers was definitely an edge of your seat, gripping and addictive read. As with any good thriller, there are many facets to this story and the author navigates the twists and turns with ease and conviction. There is an abundance of intrigue and suspense and an easy to follow plot that keeps you guessing throughout the story. I’m sure readers who enjoy this genre will be immersed in the pages until the last one is turned. I look forward to reading more from this talented author.

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[Audrey · Rating 4 out of 5]

I had mixed feelings about this book. It was interesting. You never think of the family a serial killer leaves behind and the hardships they face. It even harder when the killer is wrongly convicted. This is about Rebecca whose father was executed for being a serial killer but was actually innocent. His daughter , Rebecca changes her name and travels across the country to get a fresh start and goes to college. Some of the story was unbelievable and parts were just too far fetched. But I did enjoy the story.

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[Rita · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rebecca's father is the alleged Butcher, a serial killer. However she knows he is innocent. When she starts college she changes her identity and becomes Alicia. A series of events leads her to think that the Butcher has followed her and has started killing again. With the help of her roommate's father she tries to put an end to the terror. Some interesting twists and turns in the plot although some loose ends left unexplained. Also includes some drug and alcohol misuse. Read an ARC for an honest review.

[Shanita Broussard · Rating 2 out of 5]

I had such high hopes for this book. It moved along at a nice pace, giving the reader pertinent information through thoughts and flashbacks. All of a sudden...BAM! The end. The killer is revealed, but the reader is left with more questions than answers. Why did the killer kill? Who was Anthony? How did the story wrap up? We are left with thoughts of a second installment, but not enough info to truly make a second book worth reading.

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[Jen · Rating 4 out of 5]

She is known as the Butcher's Daughter. Her father is known as the serial killer, The Butcher. He has just been executed after eight years. Moving to New England and changing her name, Alicia starts college and believes she is on her way of leaving her past behind her. Until the body count begins to rise around her. Was her father innocent? Is this a copy cat or the original.serial killer? Is her life in danger? This was.a really good story with great characters. Enjoy!

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[Scarolet Ellis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not As I Do... by Avery Towers is a very amazing story that I have had the privilege to read. When I opened up this book I was not sure what I would be reading for sure. Then when I started reading it I culd not put it down and now I can not wait to read more from this author. I highly recommend this story to everyone who loves reading about suspense, mysteries and thrillers.

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[Kristi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A thriller that captivates you and takes you on a ride as you turn the pages. Action, intrigue, suspense, mystery and twists and turns will keep you on the edge of your seat waiting to find out what happens. No spoilers here just the warning that once you start reading, it's hard to put the book down until you reach the end.

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[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first time reading this author and she has written a wonderful psychological thriller that enthralled me from start to finish. There is a lot of intrigue and suspense in this book and it easily held my attention. I loved the plot and the characters. Looking forward to more from this author in the future.

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[Barbara Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

Left with questions

A story of what happens in the aftermath to the family of a "presumed" serial killer is a fascinating tale. Just how it affects their behavior and the attitude of others, simply put, enlightening. It made for a good suspenseful story. The ending will leave you scratching your head and wondering----what's to come?! Enjoyed.

[Silverstarlet · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was interesting

While I do enjoy the characters and the story ran smoothly, the grammar needs to be looked in to. Many sentences had me I, and it took me out of the story. I do like that Alicia’s father was framed, and she encounters the real killer, but I don't think the serial killer needed his own monologue. Other than that, I thought it was enjoyable to read.

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not to leave a spoiler-alert, but that was one ending I did NOT see coming! I really felt for "Alicia" , the edgy MC, in her build a new life under circumstances I cannot even begin to fathom! Loved how the author kept me second-guessing other possible suspects, along the way! I will be reaading more of this author's books, now that she has me hooked! Great job, Avery Towers!

[Janeandjerry · Rating 4 out of 5]

Never t As I Do

Found a few flaws but Overall it was a good story. She was the BUTCHER'S DAUGHTER and her life wasn't even her own til she met her college roommate and life started getting out of control...I enjoyed reading this and will look forward into reading more from this author even though there was some flaws in the book...

[Patricia Reynolds · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book so much. The twist and turns kept me on the edge of my seat. I read this in one sitting because I couldn't put it down.

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[CJ · Rating 4 out of 5]

The author pulls us into the story and never lets go. Your heart starts pounding at the beginning and continues until the end. Twist and turns will keep you reading and wondering.

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[Gaynor Jones · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tethered

Alicia wants a fresh start and hopes to escape the darkness of the past. But it won't release her and the horrors start again. Can she survive, will truths be told and lie revealed? Who is guilty and who is innocent......

[Heather Bane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great story. The story is well written and characters are well developed. The story I found interesting and hard to put down. I would recommend reading.

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[Vincent Placanico · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read!!!

This book grabs you from the start and never let's you go. It is very well written and easy to read. If I could give ten stars I would. I recommend this to anyone looking for something that will keep them on the edge of their seat from beginning to end.

[Teresa M Bawa · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked this book to some extent. But I felt like the ending left the reader with unresolved answers.