Thank you to NetGalley, Catherine Ryan Hyde and Lake Union Publishing for an advanced copy of this ebook in exchange for an honest review.

This book was a solid 4 star read for me. I felt it was well developed with characters who felt real. My only struggle was watching the characters make poor decisions over and over again, Yet, that’s real life so it’s a frustration I will accept.
Though I found the MC standoffish, she soon became someone I would like to meet and become friends with. A good story with triggers about relationship abuse that I felt were handled by the author with sensitivity.

This is a well-written book that really gets you thinking. Life's answers may seem cut and dry sometimes but they rarely are.

The storyline in this book involves abusive relationships and their impact on not only those directly involved in the relationship, but their surrounding friends and family as well. When a young girl named Jill goes missing from a campground shortly after witnesses saw an altercation between Jill and her boyfriend, Jake, suspicions run high that he killed her. Only Nora, a local volunteer for the search and rescue team knows the truth - - that Jill wasn't killed but truly escaped Jake.

Now years later, Jake has abused another woman and faces trial for that. In addition, they rule Jill dead since it's been five years since her disappearance. Following up on this, the local district attorney decides to pursue murder charges against Jake for Jill's presumed murder.

The book drug a bit for me in the middle but shortly after that, it really took off and kept me enthralled. There are no clear answers to some of the questions in this book primarily because each person reacts to things differently.

The characters were well-developed and the plot is thought provoking. I recommend this book.

Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC. I voluntarily chose to read and review it.

Our actions have ramifications. One choice can change the lives of so many. But, can one act change the world, or even a part of it? Can one act make right that which is wrong?

This is an interesting novel of choices, relationships, and secrets. There is quite an exploration of character, whether one is totally a monster or if there are good parts and bad parts in each of us. The plot might have been predictable but still an entertaining novel as there are thought provoking aspects to it, such as not believing it when domestic abuse is indicated.

I received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher. My comments are an independent and honest review.

The one thing about Catherine Ryan Howard’s books, they will make you think about a moral dilemma. What WOULD you do?

Domestic violence is front and center in this book. A young woman is missing in the mountains, a suspected victim of domestic violence. A mature woman, with secrets of her own, is on the search and rescue team. What happens next will have you thinking about how you would handle things. A beautifully written book about women helping women, the cycle of abuse and having the courage to do the right thing. But, as we all know, doing the right thing is not always easy or popular. Characters are relatable, hard working, every day people just trying to get by. Situations brought forth are unfortunately too common. You just never know what secrets your neighbor is hiding. I thoroughly enjoyed this thought provoking, fast read.

Thanks to NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for this ARC. This is my honest opinion.

This is my first book by this author. Thought it was well written but the ending felt rushed which was a shame and kinda overshadowed the book for me. This is thought provoking and an emotional read overall and I will read the authors other books

A Different Kind of Gone is another great novel by Catherine Ryan Hyde.
When Norma, a stoic search & rescue volunteer, finds a missing teenage girl, safety dictates that she keeps it all hush-hush. Jill Moss is desperately afraid of her abusive boyfriend & will do anything to disappear. Norma realizes that she has no choice but to help this young lady.
Several years later, after Jill's abusive ex is arrested for almost killing his wife, charges are also brought against him for Jill's supposed murder. While Norma knows that he didn’t murder Jill, it ends up that she doesn't have a lot of control over whether or not the case goes forward. Now, with both cases on their way to trial, public opinion is strongly against him & tempers are boiling over.

Catherine Ryan Hyde addresses the issues of domestic violence in such an interesting way. The look at what victims experience and how victim bonding can happen. Norma is a wonderful character and Jill, Wanda and Betty round out the cast of characters in a beautiful way. The lengths to which Jill went to escape from her aggressor shows how insipid domestic partner violence can be, I felt for Norma having to re-experience her memories from the past & dredging back up those times. I think when Norma brought up “hurt people, hurt people” was thought provoking and part of reality. It’s not always as easy to break the cycle as it went down in this story but it can be done, It’s a beautifully written book and the story makes you think about life. It was amazing….I wanted to race through but I also wanted it to never end. The ending was perfect and I loved that Norma seemed to be getting some resolution with her sons.

Thanks to NetGalley & Lake Union Publishing for a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

I have read many books by Catherine Ryan Hyde. She is a prolific author and writes interesting and thought provoking novels.
This novel focuses on the disappearance of a teenage girl and the truth behind what actually happened. Everyone has an opinion. There are many moral issues involved regarding abuse and the aftermath, justice, lies and impossible choices.
To me this novel was reminiscent of a case popular in the headlines a few years ago.
Not my favourite by this author, but definitely worth the read.

Thank you to NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for an arc of this novel in exchange for my honest review.

If like me you are a fan of Catherine Ryan Hyde you will absolutely love this book.
A nineteen year old young woman is missing, Jill Moss,she disappeared whilst camping with her boyfriend, Jake.
Norma is the main character, she is part of the search and rescue team out searching for Jill, riding on her horse Fred. Norma is having to make a decision, keep a huge secret, which will change her life and that of the few people involved. Norma is the silent type, wise from life experiences, the only company she needs is her horse and her two dogs.
This story pulls the reader in from page one, it covers, justice, obsession, trauma, domestic violence, family relationships, guilt, unlikely friendships and bonds, and all the different types of love.
Norma is a strong woman, and she encourages the young women she becomes attached to, to value themselves. The story of Norma, Jill and Wanda will stay with me for some time.
Many thanks to Net Galley and Lake Union Publishing for an ARC of this book in exchange for a review.

Hard review to post!!!!!
I love this author! I have loved every single book by her, except this one. I don't know what happened but it was different from her other books, and didn't feel inspirational or deep as her other books. Actually the characters were annoying at times and many things didn't feel real. I didn't feel any connection, which is unusual for me when reading ger CRH's books. I usually love the characters but this time I felt zero for them, each is annoying in their own way hahaha.

I'm a domestic violence survivor myself and I think the topic was treated respectfully and wasn't pretended in a way that was too hard to read.

I was bothered by the end of the book. The end of the book was rushed and unrealistic. I really don't know what happened but all the story felt unusual coming from Catherine Ryan Hyde.

Overall, it was a fast read and I can say the book is okay. Can't wait to read her next book. She is a wonderful writer and I'm sure I'll love her next one.

TW. Domestic violence

A Different Kind of Gone by Catherine Ryan Hyde

Truth, lies, justice and choices. This is the theme running through “A Different Kind of Gone”. At the forefront of this novel is domestic abuse. Three of the main characters have had to deal with an abusive partner in their lives. This unfortunately, connects them in this story.
Norma is a search and rescue volunteer with her two hound dogs and her horse, Saint Fred. She is called in to look for a nineteen-year-old girl who has gone missing. Reports are that she ran away from her boyfriend, while camping in the mountains. Norma is tasked with trying to find her.
She finds Jill, who is hiding inside of a cave. Jill describes her abusive boyfriend to Norma, who decides not to tell anyone that she found her. Jill is considered to be missing and possibly dead.
When the story jumps ahead five years, Norma meets up with another young girl, Wanda, who is being abused by her husband. They become friendly and Norma takes her under her wing.
While Norma appears to be gruff, she definitely has a way of making these girls feel that none of this is their fault. Jill and Wanda both appreciate Norma and the wisdom that she has.
Can Norma live with the lies that she is telling regarding Jill? Will the abuser get his well- deserved punishment? What will happen when it is discovered that Jill is not dead, but has been living under an alias all this time?
The author tackles the vicious cycle of domestic abuse without getting too graphic. This novel would be good for a book club to discuss the choices that each one of the characters made.
Thanks to NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for the digital ARC to read in exchange for an honest review. Published December 5, 2023.

Catherine Ryan Hyde really tackled multiple issues in “A Different Kind of Gone” and the problem is that one spiraled into another and then each had to be parsed, examined, explored and explained. I admit to typecasting the protagonist Norma Gallagher. Hyde has so exquisitely imbued Gallagher with such quiet intelligence that I had to rethink the stereotype I planted on her. But Hyde is a master of expounding on the everyday profound. I really like her and the character that she has created. Gallagher’s thoughts are so basic, so real, so conflicted:

“This is the problem with being an adult…… You’re always having to make a decision that someone will like and someone else will hate. You’re always having to betray someone. Decide one thing, betray one party. Turn around and decide the other thing, and get ready to be told you just burned the people on the other side. Because people’s needs are always in conflict. There’s no such thing as everybody happy all at once.”

I think this is the gist and premise circling at all times in this book. A parent realizes their child may be in life threatening danger - what happens next? How far do you live the truth? How far do you live a lie? Can you live with the consequences? Can you live with not righting the wrong? Ends / means who and what justifies each? So many questions, so many scenarios, and Catherine Ryan Hyde doesn’t back away from anything. A very deep, disquieting story that had me thinking long after I turned the last page and pondered the book club questions. Great writing, important issues and maybe just a slight tilt at a not so old major news story that gripped us in the news and papers for weeks.

Thanks to Lake Union Publishing and NetGalley for a copy.

This author never disappoints me. She's written so many wonderful and heartfelt books. I've enjoyed each that I've read and always look forward to the next one.

This book is an emotional story. A story of abuse. The fear of a man. A woman who is so terrified of this man she's willing to disappear. To start a whole new life. A whole new identity. That is a deep fear. No woman should ever have to feel that. Never have to feel so desperate that she's willing to give up everything. Before you blame the woman you should stop and take a good long look at how these men do these things. As this book says: There's not a person on God's green earth who ever met somebody new and had that person say 'Come be in love with me, but just know in advance I'm gonna knock you around some.' That's a powerful line to me...

This story is about a young woman. A nineteen year old named Jill who goes missing. She's running away. Norma is the main character and she's the one who is helping look for Jill. The thing is, when Norma was married she was in an abusive marriage also. She understands. She knows. You also meet Wanda. She's interested in the story of Jill. But she meets Jake. She falls in love with Jake. Jake is the one suspected of killing Jill and Wanda knows it. She believes in him though. As so many young women do with this type of guy.

You get to know each of these characters and a few others. You meet Betty who is Norma's friend and coworker. Jake of course who is an abuser and attempted murderer. You vaguely meet a man named Farley. I have to admit that I liked Farley. I felt very sorry for him. I think he believed in what he did completely. You also meet Jill's parents. I understood their fear. I understood why they did what they did. This is a very complex story but so easy to follow. It's not the easiest book to read because of the subject but it's still good. I think if you've ever been in an abusive relationship you could read this without having problems.

This author never disappoints me. Her books contain situations that take you through many emotions. They tend to have a lesson in them too. I loved how she did this book. How all the lives intersected and worked. I loved Norma very much and was so happy with the ending. Made my heart feel full. Yes I shed quite a few tears while reading this one but it was well written and just makes you stop and think of what you might do if it was your child...

Thank you #NetGalley, #CatherineRyanHyde, #LakeUnionPublisher for this ARC. This is my own true thoughts about this book.

5/5 big stars and I recommend you read it. Kleenex a must.

I really enjoyed this book. It's packed full of so much. A missing girl. Running away from abuse. Starting lives after abuse. How family handles it. Court cases from it. Being reclusive. Bonding and finding friends outside of that.
Love the discussion of tough topics and all they encompass. This one was so well told.
Love seeing that no matter your age you can overcome, branch out, and change your future by having new outlooks.

Thank you @netgalley @catherineryanhyde , Lake Union Publishing for allowing me to read and give my honest review.

This book is filled with everything readers have grown to love from Catherine Ryan Hyde. It is emotional, touching, and thought provoking. I highly recommend this book.

When Jill Moss goes missing from a camp after a violent argument with her boyfriend, Norma Gallagher joins the search and rescue effort with her horse and dogs. She finds Jill, who is not lost, but is hiding because she is terrified that her boyfriend will kill her. Against her better judgment, Norma agrees to help Jill get away and start a new life. Until now, Norma has made it her lifelong policy to never tell a lie, but her own past experiences with a violent spouse has clouded her judgement, even though lies have a way of coming back to haunt. Since Jill’s body has never been found, five years later, she is declared legally dead. All suspicions lie with the boyfriend Jake. When he is arrested for attempting to murder his wife, the DA now adds a murder charge for Jill as well. Can Norma stand by and let a man go to trial for a crime she knew he did not commit?

I would say that I enjoyed the first part of the book a lot more than the second part. While there were so many issues raised in the second part—namely those concerning who is a deserving victim (a pretty young white girl always catches the attention of the media in comparison to a woman of color) and issues concerning domestic violence. But I felt the writer was trying just a little too hard to bring these lessons into the story rather than just telling the story.

Thank you NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of “A Different Kind of Gone”. My opinion is my own.

I love this author she is one of my favorites! So when i say she was looking for reviews for this book on NetGalley I jump at the chance. Once again Catherine Ryan Hyde has yet to disappoint. I loved this book so much! I highly recommend and will soon be finishing finishing my other ARC/book from Catherine!

4.25⭐️

I’m always happy to enjoy a new Catherine Ryan Hyde novel, and this time was no different. Part adventure, part morality tale, and all empathy, A Different Kind of Gone reminds us that our actions, even with the best intentions, can have unintended and reverberating consequences- and some secrets only get harder to keep with time.

Thank you Catherine Ryan Hyde, Lake Union Publishing, and NetGalley for providing this ARC for review consideration. All opinions expressed are my own.

I received an electronic ARC from Lake Union Publishing via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

This novel is difficult for me to review without giving spoilers. I will say, like with every other novel I have read by this author, I connected with the characters right away. I appreciate how Catherine Ryan Hyde writes about difficult topics with respect and honesty.

I really liked this one even though the subject matter was hard to handle and the plot is ripped from the headlines. It was a quick read after a slow read.

Norma is a middle aged woman living alone, works as a bartender and volunteers in search and rescue. One night she is called out to look for a young woman, Jill Mason, who has disappeared from her camp with her boyfriend. When Norma finds Jill she tells her that she is afraid that boyfriend, Jake, will kill her and Norma agrees to help. Norma is a complicated woman but has a lot of common sense. She does a lot of preaching but also a lot of listening. A lot of moral issues are brought up regarding the abuse and the aftermath and I can see this as generating a lot of good discussion in a book club.

I would like to thank Lake Union and Netgalley for providing me with a digital copy.