Before the Fall

by Noah Hawley

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Caffeinated Espresso Review

Before the Fall offers, an interesting mystery regarding a private jet crash headed to NY from Martha’s Vineyard. I absolutely loved the way Hawley unraveled this story. We begin with the crash and then the author takes us back to before the accident allowing us to get to know the victims, survivors and families affected. In-between we became a part of the investigation as we piece together what happened on the flight. From media chasing the insider scoop to investigative departments stepping on toes I was completely hooked.

We spend a lot of time with one of the survivors Scott Burroughs and I found him to be an intriguing oddity. Time inside his head was refreshing and offered a unique perspective. While he is hailed a hero, there is a sense of mystery surrounding his presence on the plane that evening. This leaves the reader/listener unsure of his role in the crash.

The last three-fourths of the story were intense as we learn what really happened that night. Hawley keeps the reader guessing as each piece of information leaves you speculating.

I have found a new narrator to love. Robert Petkoff has a voice made for narrating. From his paces to the voices he created, I was delighted. Narrators like this only enhance the story.

Whether you read or listen to Before the Fall you’ll find a clever mystery.

Received copy at BEA This review was originally posted on Caffeinated Book Reviewer