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This book is a suspenseful, intriguing and mind-blowing read that hooked me from the very first page. The intricate plot and twisted narrative kept me on the edge of my seat, making it impossible to put down until I figured out the mystery.

The pacing is spot-on, keeping the tension high while introducing unexpected twists and turns that are completely unpredictable.

Also, I love that Philippines was mentioned in the book 🇵🇭💗

Thank you NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for the eARC

Summary 🙌🏽

Morgan Murphy believes she and her husband Kyle have found the romance for the ages, but things are starting to simmer down. Morgan suspects Kyle is hiding some truths from her. She confides in her best friend Carla Flores who helps her try to figure out what her husband is really up to.

Before she can execute the plan she has for Kyle he surprises her with a little getaway after telling her he randomly increased their life insurance policy. Morgan finds herself attacked and nearly kidnapped, while Kyle mysteriously disappears from the resort. With no leads on Kyle’s whereabouts or who might be after him, Morgan is left to navigate a web of shady investors, the police, and the hired muscle she enlisted to scare Kyle straight. As time passes, she must find the truth before becoming the next target.

My Thoughts💭

It did take me a few tries to fully get into the story. It was an easy read once I got in to it. There were a few times when I predicted the outcome and was shocked at the ending. Morgan is a smart don’t take no crap fmc and I loved her throughout the story. The back stories that were presented were given enough context to fully understand the reasoning why they were mentioned and that made me happy.

I would def give another book a try from this author.

First, I would like to thank the author and NetGalley for providing me with a digital advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

Morgan’s marriage has lost its mojo. Suspecting that her husband, Kyle, is cheating on her and knowing that he has increased their life insurance policies, she is surprised when he books a beach holiday during winter. She decides this is the perfect time to teach him a lesson and find out what he’s been doing. When she discovers blood in the sink and realizes Kyle is missing, she knows she will be the chief suspect even though she was nearly kidnapped herself. As she pieces together the mystery of what happened to Kyle and who would have a motive to kidnap him, protecting herself–from the kidnappers and from being charged–is paramount.

Morgan is a dynamic character. She is no saint, making her really interesting and questionably reliable as a narrator. Each of the characters has their own ulterior motives, and it is never clear who Morgan should trust.

A Little Getaway is marketed as a “spicy suspense thriller,” but it is not spicy at all. Morgan claims they have a “spicy marriage,” but aside from mentioning that they enjoy role-playing, there is no spice at all in the book. Not even fade-to-black. Of course, a book without spice is fine, but it was a misrepresentation of the content. I don’t read many spicy books, but I had been looking forward to seeing how Bonnie Traymore would incorporate the spice in this thriller and felt disappointed when it wasn’t included.

Fast-paced and full of suspense, overall, this twisty whodunnit and its morally grey cast of characters is a quick, fun read.

This was such a fun book to read. It was an amazing suspense novel that had me continually guessing and literally on the edge of my seat. When you think you have the characters figured out…guess again. I definitely recommend this book.
Thank you NetGalley, BooksGoSocial and Bonnie Traymore for this advance copy to read.

3.5⭐️ Thank you to NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for an advanced copy of A Little Getaway.

Morgan thinks her decade long marriage to Kyle is perfect-they still cannot get enough of one another after all this time. Until he starts to become distant and starts coming home late. She asks her friend Carla to spy on him for her and she sees him meeting a woman at a hotel. Morgan is devastated-then Kyle suggests a weekend away together. But while there her husband goes missing and she is almost kidnapped and that was not how her plan was supposed to play out.

This book was good-some things I was able to figure out and other things did surprise me. Overall I enjoyed the book.

Thank you Netgalley for the advance reader copy!

Solid 3 star read. I wouldn't consider it a spicy read or even a thriller. More of a mystery genre.

This book was okay, it was easy to stick around for as it wasn’t that long. I think the story was well put but spicy suspense is very misleading. Spice is implied more than anything.

A Little Getaway is a thriller where we see a breakdown of a marriage in asecluded beach resort. The story kicks off as Morgan becomes increasingly worried when she can't locate her husband, Kyle. Her anxiety escalates upon discovering blood in the bathroom, leading her to believe something terrible has occurred. While searching for Kyle, Morgan is attacked by a masked assailant but successfully escapes. Furthermore, she learns about a sizable life insurance policy in her name, fueling her concerns that Kyle may intend to harm her.

It’s my first book by Bonnie Traymore and I enjoyed it! It weaves together multiple timelines/POVs, and complex character relationships. The non-linear storytelling gradually exposes the characters' motivations and secrets, adding depth to the mystery and offering an engaging and satisfying read.

This book was such a fast paced read and such a good thriller to read! I couldn’t put this down and finished it within a few hours!

I liked reading from Morgan’s perspective more but it was still a good dual POV.

It was a good spooky read but I wouldn’t say spicy really.

Overall good read thanks netgalley for the arc

I was so excited for this one, but it just didn't live up to it for me. It was not what I consider spicy, it was suspenseful and a fast read but it was just missing something for me.

2.5-Star Review of A Little Getaway by Bonnie Traymore

The Little Getaway offers an intriguing premise with Morgan and Kyle Murphy's marriage at the center of a suspenseful story filled with secrets, suspicions, and betrayal. The plot promises spice, thrills, and twists as Morgan navigates her husband’s shady dealings and increasing distance, leading to a weekend getaway that takes a deadly turn. Unfortunately, while the story is fast-paced and has several twists that will keep readers turning the pages, it ultimately falls short of delivering on its potential.

One of the biggest drawbacks is Morgan herself. Her actions are erratic and often hard to justify, making it difficult to connect with her. While we’re given glimpses of her troubled past, they don’t feel genuine enough to flesh out her character. Morgan seems more focused on repeatedly reminding the reader of how clever and beautiful she is, only to make questionable decisions that make her character frustrating rather than sympathetic. It’s hard to root for her when there’s not much depth beyond the surface.

The story is marketed as a “Spicy Suspense Thriller,” but the spice is noticeably absent. The book talks about it, but it never quite delivers, and the plot feels more like a straightforward mystery than the suspense-filled ride I expected. While the first couple of chapters drew me in, as the story progressed, the plot began to feel unrealistic and a bit disjointed, with too many unbelievable situations.

That said, I enjoyed the perspective of Tara—it was fast-paced and focused more on the mystery, but unfortunately, it wasn’t enough to lift the book overall. The writing itself is another letdown, feeling rushed and poorly executed in places.

I was genuinely surprised that this book holds an average rating of 3.80 on Goodreads. The plot is mildly interesting, but the writing and character development drag it down. While A Little Getaway is a quick and easy read, it’s not one that will stick with you.

Thank you to Bonnie Traymore, Books Go Social, and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this ARC.

Very fast paced, I read this book in a day. Wouldn't classify it as spicy, so that did make me nervous to read with it being a thriller but I loved it

When I picked this up, I was looking for a thriller to get lost in, and this one did it!

I'm struggling with what to write because I don't want to give anything away, but.... possible cheating, disappearing husband, missing money, unsavory people, and a love for the ages pretty much sums this up. If you're looking for a page turner, give this one a shot!

Really enjoyed this book from start to finish. Enjoyed the twists and turns along the way too. Easy read and I couldn’t put it down until I knew what had happened!

This was a good thriller. It did drag on at parts and I had to step away and come back to it several times. Overall it had some good twists and turns. I would recommend.

★★★★

Morgan and Kyle Murphy set off on a weekend getaway to escape their daily routines and rekindle their marriage. Although they have a happy relationship, Kyle has been distant and preoccupied lately, which leaves Morgan worried. Determined to uncover what he’s hiding, Morgan teams up with her best friend, Clara, to pressure him into revealing the truth.

However, the getaway quickly spirals out of control when Morgan is attacked and nearly kidnapped, and Kyle suddenly disappears from the resort. Desperate to find him, Morgan is left questioning everyone’s motives. Could the men she and Clara hired to teach Kyle a lesson be responsible for his disappearance? Or is it linked to Kyle’s stalled development deal with a shady investor? Why did Kyle increase their life insurance just days before vanishing? And are the police truly invested in finding him?

The story unfolds through two perspectives: Morgan’s and Tara’s. Morgan is a complex character—at times unlikable and untrustworthy. Many of her decisions seem erratic, yet the writing consistently drew me back in, prompting me to pause and reassess each new twist.

Tara, on the other hand, is a local reporter whose career was defined by a major story she broke a decade ago. Determined to prove her worth as an investigative journalist, she begins digging into Morgan’s past.

This was an engaging read, offering a fresh take on the typical domestic suspense setting. Bonnie Traymore skillfully maintained the tension and sense of mistrust throughout the story. Even in the final chapters, I found myself unsure of whom to trust. I also appreciated the dynamic between Morgan and Tara—it felt like a game of cat and mouse at times, yet they still managed to support each other in unexpected ways.

If you're looking for a unique domestic thriller, I highly recommend A Little Getaway. Thank you to NetGalley, BooksGoSocial, and Bonnie Traymore for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed this book. It was face paced & easy to read. So much drama with some really good twists. I was drawn in by the cover & it didn't disappoint, Would recommend this book in my book groups.

Wow. This book started fast then got a little slow and then the last 30 percent really picked up again. I overall enjoyed this book. I like reading from Morgan’s perspective more than Tara’s though.

I wouldn’t call this spicy so don’t be thrown off by that part. If you want a quick thriller I would recommend this book. A good addition to your spooky season TBR

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with this book in exchange for an honest review.

3.5 stars ⭐️

This thriller was gripping from the start. A spicy romantic getaway gone wrong!

I enjoyed Morgan’s character throughout this thriller, because you wasn’t too sure what to believe. Her story of events had you questioning yourself. The story also had a heavy topic which made Morgan’s back story strong and allowed us to really understand her childhood.

I really liked that there were 3 parts to this story and after each part we were left with a little more speculation. It had my attention and had me wanting me to read on more. I also like crime thrillers with POV’s from police and news reporters. It makes the story extra fun.

I would recommend if you want to read something with suspense and mystery.

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC

This was a good book, it started off with the mystery then slowly guided the reader back through the plot. It was done really well.