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Before I Go
Some roads, there are no turning back from.
Fed up with his dead-end life, Michael travels to Mexico to get his hands on a drug known as, death in a bottle.
His plan is simple, spend whatever money he has left, and enjoy his last days in style, that is until he meets someone at the hotel bar. A girl who came to Mexico in search of her missing sister who was kidnapped a year ago and was never seen again.
Deciding this could be his one last good deed before he dies, Michael agrees to help her in the search to discover the truth, but as the unearth more than they bargain for, Michael may not be the only one with death in store.
Fed up with his dead-end life, Michael travels to Mexico to get his hands on a drug known as, death in a bottle.
His plan is simple, spend whatever money he has left, and enjoy his last days in style, that is until he meets someone at the hotel bar. A girl who came to Mexico in search of her missing sister who was kidnapped a year ago and was never seen again.
Deciding this could be his one last good deed before he dies, Michael agrees to help her in the search to discover the truth, but as the unearth more than they bargain for, Michael may not be the only one with death in store.
296 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 26, 2020
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November 29, 2020
Michael takes a trip to Mexico with one thing on his mind. Josie also takes a trip to Mexico with one thing on her mind. These two young people meet in a bar and they are not your usual tourist or traveller. Anyway they get talking and become involved in each other’s lives.
I found this thriller very different from the usual boy meets girl. Before I Go is very dark in places and is full of tension, all the way to the end. The character development is good and I loved how Marie got the atmosphere and impressions that visitors form when staying in Mexico. I liked how she explored the “ships that pass in the night” and “passing through” themes that holiday makers share with each other.
I found it very easy to engage with Michael and Josie as they moved around Mexico where everything was new and unexplored to them. The plot was fine and very different from run-of-the-mill thrillers. Where Before I Go really shines is the relationship that developed between Michael and Josie. This is not a tale of a glamorous romantic affair between head turning good looking people but a camaraderie often found between foreigners holidaying abroad, a shared experience.
Although Before I Go is basically a crime thriller, I prefer to consider it as a character driven novel. Michael and Josie both have a very strong purpose to be in Mexico. I was impressed with the quality of Marie’s storytelling and surprised to discover that Before I Go is her debut novel. Marie crafted a great suspense into her novel that lasted to the end. I think Before I Go is a GOOD 4 star read which demonstrates Marie has the talent to become a successful author.
I found this thriller very different from the usual boy meets girl. Before I Go is very dark in places and is full of tension, all the way to the end. The character development is good and I loved how Marie got the atmosphere and impressions that visitors form when staying in Mexico. I liked how she explored the “ships that pass in the night” and “passing through” themes that holiday makers share with each other.
I found it very easy to engage with Michael and Josie as they moved around Mexico where everything was new and unexplored to them. The plot was fine and very different from run-of-the-mill thrillers. Where Before I Go really shines is the relationship that developed between Michael and Josie. This is not a tale of a glamorous romantic affair between head turning good looking people but a camaraderie often found between foreigners holidaying abroad, a shared experience.
Although Before I Go is basically a crime thriller, I prefer to consider it as a character driven novel. Michael and Josie both have a very strong purpose to be in Mexico. I was impressed with the quality of Marie’s storytelling and surprised to discover that Before I Go is her debut novel. Marie crafted a great suspense into her novel that lasted to the end. I think Before I Go is a GOOD 4 star read which demonstrates Marie has the talent to become a successful author.
November 3, 2021
A long slog
Never been so desperate to reach the end of a book. I wish I had given up. Too ridiculous for words.
Never been so desperate to reach the end of a book. I wish I had given up. Too ridiculous for words.
September 18, 2022
Typos many typos story was choppy flows like cold molasses,
Typos many many typos poor editing poor story. Not for me please edit this book TTFN story is very scattered
Typos many many typos poor editing poor story. Not for me please edit this book TTFN story is very scattered
August 17, 2026
A story that started with good potential became very slow and boring.
It had no emotion and did not feel like a thriller at all.The title only makes sense in the last chapter, and reading it was very tiring.
The twist about the sister (Tania) being with the cartel boss was weak. She was just a selfish and irresponsible person.Also, the ending was frustrating. Michael died just to save another man's daughter, which made me regret reading this book even more. I am very disappointed because I thought Josie would save Michael.
A very tiring read.
It had no emotion and did not feel like a thriller at all.The title only makes sense in the last chapter, and reading it was very tiring.
The twist about the sister (Tania) being with the cartel boss was weak. She was just a selfish and irresponsible person.Also, the ending was frustrating. Michael died just to save another man's daughter, which made me regret reading this book even more. I am very disappointed because I thought Josie would save Michael.
A very tiring read.
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May 17, 2026
I couldn’t finish it. The story seemed intriguing at first but falls flat with poor character development, little backstory, and bad writing. It also seems there was little to no editing involved, since almost every page had a grammatical or spelling error and some sentences didn’t even make sense. I kept thinking maybe it was just a poorly translated books because it doesn’t read like a native English speaker wrote it, but a google search revealed the author is a native English speaker.
February 5, 2021
A good story
I enjoy mysteries and thrillers and this book did not disappoint as far as the story line went. The author needed to have someone proofread the book. There were many places where wording made no sense, spelling was incorrect and names were mixed up. It is still worth reading. You just have to overlook those things.
I enjoy mysteries and thrillers and this book did not disappoint as far as the story line went. The author needed to have someone proofread the book. There were many places where wording made no sense, spelling was incorrect and names were mixed up. It is still worth reading. You just have to overlook those things.
May 13, 2026
Lots of typos. I felt like the story was choppy. Almost like it skipped pages or something. It didn’t, but it was as if things were left out and it made me struggle to follow. I couldn’t wait for the end simply to just be able to put the book away! I should’ve just not finished it. I didn’t like the ending anyway. The editor of the book did NOT do their job well!
February 2, 2023
Great thriller
This story kept you on your toes until the end. Lots of drama and action. Shows you don't go messing around in foreign countries. Sad Michael didn't make it. Loved the twist with Josie's sister. Good read.
This story kept you on your toes until the end. Lots of drama and action. Shows you don't go messing around in foreign countries. Sad Michael didn't make it. Loved the twist with Josie's sister. Good read.
May 26, 2026
Quick read
I'm sure if this is your genre it will be an ok read. Not for me. Needs more development. I wanted to read outside my typical reading. I'm going back to my preferred section of the library.
I'm sure if this is your genre it will be an ok read. Not for me. Needs more development. I wanted to read outside my typical reading. I'm going back to my preferred section of the library.
July 16, 2026
Before I Go
Not bad, not great. Slightly entertaining, however, I stayed to the end to see what happened. I had already figured Tanya was alive, but not that she had done what she did.
Not bad, not great. Slightly entertaining, however, I stayed to the end to see what happened. I had already figured Tanya was alive, but not that she had done what she did.
May 9, 2022
A great read
Fast-moving. Gets and keeps your attention. Realistic characters. Not 5-star like the greatest book you ever read, but for a brief escape from reality, it's excellent.
Fast-moving. Gets and keeps your attention. Realistic characters. Not 5-star like the greatest book you ever read, but for a brief escape from reality, it's excellent.
May 1, 2026
Language
Here is a person has no better grasp of language than to flip out f-bombs as common terms. There are better authors available elsewhere.
Here is a person has no better grasp of language than to flip out f-bombs as common terms. There are better authors available elsewhere.
August 13, 2026
Unexpected trip
Fast action, gory details, horror and evil surrounding people who just wanted to help others and enjoy life.
Unexpected twists and ending.
Fast action, gory details, horror and evil surrounding people who just wanted to help others and enjoy life.
Unexpected twists and ending.
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