Review: Mother May I by Joshilyn Jackson

Mother May I by Joshilyn Jackson
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC of the audiobook via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.  

I went into this not knowing what it was about.  I had previously read and enjoyed [book:Never Have I Ever|36679186] and figured I'd also enjoy this.  It was a bonus that the audiobook was narrated by the author.  I jumped at the chance to read and review this audiobook.  I like to go in blind into thrillers and mysteries, but should have read the synopses because on of the things I care for in thrillers in books and crime drama shows on TV is a plot that involves kids.  Had I actually read the synopsis, I probably wouldn't have picked this up, that being said, I held out to see what would happen with the kidnaping situation.  I'm glad I did because the it was worth it in the end.

As I mentioned earlier, the narration is done by the author and I thought she did a great job.  She was able to give a distinct voice to each of the characters.  I was able to tell when she was voicing Bree, Marshall, the old woman, as well as the other characters who have less time on the page.  Jackson's love and support of the performing arts comes through in the book.  Not only do the daughters participate in theater, but Bree has to use her own skills as an actor to get her through this horrific event.  She has to play multiple parts if she wants to save her son and uncover the truth of why he was taken in the first place.  

I also thought the author did a good job of tackling some social issues.  She touches on privilege as well as consent and victim shaming.  As far as the plot goes I did find it to be a bit predictable.  I didn't find the big reveal all that revealing not were the twists and turns that unexpected.  I kept waiting for the big plot twist, but it never came.  The big twist was a bit underwhelming for me.

If you like revenge plots, give this one a go.  While I found it a bit underwhelming, you may not.  I have pretty high standards for thrillers, mainly because I read alot of them.  I usually see it coming, which is why my husband hates watching TV with me.

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