I absolutely loved this book by Natalie Chandler. It makes you wonder if you were ever in that situation, would you know what was going on around you.
I loved the plot, the characters and the flow of the book.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and the twists and turns were keeping me turning the page until the end.

Thank you for a great book and I wish you all the success in publication day

I really enjoyed this book, it’s not something I’d usually read but the synopsis on NetGalley intrigued me. I’m so glad I took the chance and decided to read it. The Voices is about Tamsin, an criminal psychiatrist who’s currently in a vegetative state, as she listens to her friends and family, unable to move or communicate, she learns that they’re all hiding secrets.

This book was a really fascinating read. You really got to feel what it would be like to be trapped by your own body, being able to hear and feel everything around you but completely unable to respond, move, or even open your eyes. It’s terrifying. On top of all this Tamsin had to endure hearing loved ones sharing their secrets and the frightening possibility that they might turn her machines off. The writing was addictive, I didn’t want to put the book down. I wanted to find out more about Tamsin and the people around her. The author cleverly revealed clues to the mystery through flashbacks and multiple POVs. The clues were revealed slowly and well paced, never enough to spoil the mysteries but with enough details that kept me entertained and gripped. And the moments when key revelations were revealed were done wonderfully, I felt like I should have seen them coming but I was still surprised.

I also loved the characters. None of them was truly good or bad (except for one character, but that’s a spoiler), they were all flawed people struggling with their own lives. It made the book more thought provoking and realistic. I’d highly recommend this book to anyone.

The Voices - Wow! Just incredible! A completely immersive and mesmerising plot as we are led straight into the mind of Tamsin, a criminal psychologist who has been in a vegetative state for nearly three years, following a car accident. Everyone around her is unsure of how much she can hear, if anything, but Tamsin is very much awake and hears everything that is going on around her.

As her visitors speak to her, Tamsin is piecing together some twisted secrets, dark intentions and hidden agendas from her husband, her best friend, her nurse, her colleague/ex-lover and even the client she was working with at the time of her accident.

As the three year anniversary of her accident approaches and discussions about the possibility of withdrawing life support emerge, Tamsin is trapped in a claustrophobic existence, desperate to be able to reveal what she has pieced together in the confines of her mind.

Whilst this story is completely mind-blowing and the plot is intricately weaved, it is completely believable and the characters feel real and relatable.

5 ⭐️ Thanks to Netgalley, Natalie Chandler and Harper North for an ARC in return for an honest review.

Wow! This book had me in its grip from the second I started and I couldnt out ti down again until I'd read every last page. It's well written, I loved the original premise, the characters are well developed and I just loved how the story played out. I was constantly second guessing everything and wondering what was going to happen next. Really enjoyable!

A very different read for me, not what I expected but once I was involved in the storyline I did enjoy it and all the characters were good but not all as nice as Iwas first thinking.

Thank you to Netgalley and Harper North for this ARC which I thoroughly recommend especially if you are looking for a different kind of read.

This was a fantastic read. I loved the concept and how you are kept guessing till almost the end what the outcome will be. Both clever and dark this is a book that will keep you engrossed from start to finish.

"The Voices" is a mesmerizing psychological thriller that skillfully weaves together family dynamics, justice, female rage, wealth, and revenge.

At the heart of the narrative lies Tamsin Shaw, a criminal psychiatrist trapped within the terrifying confines of a three-year coma. Though physically unresponsive, Tamsin's mind remains sharp, her consciousness a silent witness to the world around her.

Tamsin's unblinking gaze observes her husband, her closest friend, an ex-lover, a past patient, and her nurse, each harboring hidden agendas and dark mysteries. In this eerie state of suspended animation, she must grapple with the implications of their revelations and face a looming threat that lingers just beyond her reach.

Unpredictable twists and concealed intentions keep the suspense taut, as each chapter expertly unravels a thrilling mystery through Tamsin's unreliable lens.

The atmosphere is a claustrophobic crucible of tension, aptly reflecting Tamsin's inner turbulence. Chandler's evocative writing elicits unease and empathy in equal measure, drawing readers into Tamsin's chaotic world.

Crisp and engrossing, the prose carries a cerebral allure that relentlessly propels you through the pages. Although the pacing might feel frenzied at times, the reward is well worth the journey.

Chandler's exploration of themes such as female rage and justice is insightful and mind-opening, adding depth and resonance to the narrative.

The story manages to be both believable and mind-blowing at the same time, which is a great combination. The characters feel genuine, and the mystery keeps you guessing about what's real and what's not.

Imagine the horror of being aware of your surroundings but not being able to move or respond in any way, this is the life Tamsin Shaw has to endure after being left in a vegetative state from a car accident from 3 years before. The only way she can tell the time passing is by the small stream of family and friends that visit and anything she can glean from her carers and slowly as she comes more aware she tries to piece her past memories together before her time runs out.

I wasn' t sure how this story would work but I found I couldn't put it down, it was well written and I just have to know how it was going to end.

An absolute standout in the psychological thriller genre! I was hooked from the very first page. The dual timelines and unreliable narrator, Tamsin Shaw, make this book incredibly gripping and unique. It’s rare to encounter a book told from this perspective, and Chandler absolutely nails it.

As the story unfolds and the tension builds, it’s fascinating to see how all the characters are connected to this massive, life-changing event. The twists and turns keep you guessing, and the payoff is so satisfying as the pieces come together. Tamsin's voice, even when she’s unable to speak, is one of the most intriguing narrators I’ve encountered in recent thrillers.

This was my first read by this author, and I can’t wait to explore more of her work in the future. The Voices is perfect for fans of suspense, mystery, and psychological thrillers. It ticks all the boxes, and I know anyone who picks it up will be completely satisfied. Highly recommend!

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperNorth for the arc in return of an honest review.

A fascinating idea, a person in a vegetative state in a hospital bed being aware of everything taking place and being said round her. The story was at its strongest and most descriptive during these sections. The back story was not so strong for me and actually meant that I started disliking the lead character.
Book had a strong ending and was a very interesting read.
Thanks to Netgalley and HarperNorth for providing me with an Advance Reader's Copy in exchange for an honest, unbiased review.

Tamsin Shaw survived a terrifying accident, and was for months in a coma. She now lies in a permanent vegetative state in a small, but select nursing home. She is cared for by Hannah, a brusque, capable person who doesn’t hang about but knows her job, and Milena, a quiet, sensitive young woman, who seems to know what Tamsin needs and shows compassion in her caring. Although totally paralysed, Tamsin is able to hear and understand what’s happening around her, and after twelve months in the home she has become acutely aware of her surroundings and her visitors. If only she could let everyone know she is still there!

This story plots alternatively between the now, with Tamsin frustratingly unable to communicate, and three years prior, when she was a renowned criminal psychologist, married to Jamie and expecting their first baby.

Convicted rapist Richard Mandeville has been released from prison after serving half his sentence though he has to attend therapy. As someone who has always protested against his sentence and proclaimed his innocence, Richard was never going to be an easy client, so when Tamsin becomes his therapist things get very interesting!

From the start I was really into this book. Loved the premise and enjoyed the characters. It did slow down a bit about halfway through, but this gentle lull soon became a a page turner as the storyline developed and the ending was very good.

The stuff of nightmares, a definite recommendation!

Thank you NetGalley and HarperNorth.

THE VOICES BY NATALIE CHANDLER.
Release date set for the 13th of February 2025.
This is a really good book by Natalie.
I really enjoyed this book.
I found it to be a chilling psychological thriller and i felt so sorry for Tasmin.
Really good story and i look forward to reading more of her books.
get it added to your TBR pile you wont regret it.

This is a book that it would be hard to not enjoy. The premise of only hearing voices around a hospital bed was incredible and was backed up by a really thrilling plot.

This book isn’t for any select group of people, it is for everyone and each will find something different.

WOAH! It’s been a while since I read a book in a day but this book really captivated me.

Voices - the only thing that Tamsin can listen to while in an unresponsive state. Listening to conversations in her room but not being able to have a conversation or ask more questions.

The story flowed perfectly. I liked it when it went back in time and then to the present. I did not expect that ending. Loved loved loved it.

Thank you to NetGalley and the author for a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

#TheVoices #NetGalley
A fun read.
The Voices is a chilling psychological thriller that grips readers from its eerie opening line and doesn’t let go until the final revelation. The novel centers on Tamsin Shaw, a criminal psychiatrist who has been comatose for three years but remains terrifyingly aware of her surroundings. Unable to open her eyes or communicate, Tamsin listens intently to the people who visit her hospital room: her husband, best friend, ex-boyfriend, former patient, and nurse. Each of them harbors secrets, and one will go to deadly lengths to keep theirs hidden. Chandler masterfully builds tension, using Tamsin's immobile yet perceptive state to create a claustrophobic atmosphere. As Tamsin pieces together clues from conversations and interactions, the reader is pulled into her silent world, where every word and action takes on heightened significance. The unique narrative perspective—a protagonist trapped in her own body—adds a layer of vulnerability and urgency that sets this novel apart from traditional thrillers. The characters are well-drawn and complex, each carrying their own blend of guilt, fear, and motives. Chandler skillfully weaves their stories together, leaving readers to question who can be trusted. The psychological depth of the novel is compelling, especially as it explores themes of betrayal, manipulation, and the lengths people will go to protect their secrets. The twists are expertly timed, and the pacing is relentless. As Tamsin races against time to understand the truth, the tension builds to a shocking climax that will leave readers reeling.
Thanks to NetGalley and HarperNorth for giving me an advance copy.

I want to read much more from this author. This story had my jaw hitting the floor & at other times it brought a tear to my eye. An amazing read! Definitely needs to be on other people's reading lists.

A clever plot and brilliantly executed! Twisty and claustrophobic, makes you consider just how much you really know people. I finished this in one sitting, thoroughly enjoyed it.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for my ARC

Enjoyed this thriller! Loved being able to follow Tamsin's thoughts and was anxious to her fate. Good cast of characters with well woven storylines. Would read this author again!

Thank you Netgalley for the chance to review this arc.
Firstly the opening was wow! Pulled me straight in.
I personally love a book about a character in hospital in a coma able to hear what is happening around them .
For me personally after the first chapter up until 80% it was a slow burn.
It also felt a little predictable and due to that it took me a while to read as I didn't find myself desperate to pick it back up.
Overall good read but I could have done with a bit more drama

Wow, I devoured this book as I just loved the whole concept of it and thought it was extremely smart. It was definitely unputdownable because of its many twists and mind-blowing turns!

I was engrossed from the very first line of the prologue dying to know what would happen next for Tasmin and the rest of the characters. I really really hope there is a follow up book!

I’d highly recommend this book and I wish it could read it again as it was that good!

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟stars