Zero Days
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The New York Times bestselling “new Agatha Christie” (Air Mail) Ruth Ware returns with this adrenaline-fueled thriller that combines Mr. and Mrs. Smith with The Fugitive about a woman in a race against time to clear her name and find her husband’s murderer. Hired by companies to break into buildings and hack security systems, Jack and her husband, Gabe, are the best penetration specialists in the business. But after a routine assignment goes horribly wrong, Jack arrives home to find her husband dead. To add to her horror, the police are closing in on their suspect—her. Suddenly on the run and quickly running out of options, Jack must decide who she can trust as she circles closer to the real killer in this unputdownable and heart-pounding mystery from an author whose “propulsive prose keeps readers on the hook and refuses to let anyone off until all has been revealed” (Shelf Awareness).
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Ruth Ware has always been a go-to author for me – I stroll into Barnes & Noble, pick up her latest, glance at the blurb, and it's an instant addition to my reading list. I'm thrilled I picked up "Zero Days" and delved into it, although I do wish I hadn't taken so long to finish. Overall, it was a delightful read, and I'm eagerly anticipating her upcoming release, "The Perfect Couple."
The premise of "Zero Days" is refreshingly unique and had me hooked right from the start. The initial chapters, where Jack finds herself embroiled in a mysterious job under the guidance of Gabe, were particularly enthralling. Ruth Ware expertly crafts tension and intrigue during this phase, setting the stage for what's to come.
The story takes a dramatic turn when Jack returns home to find Gabe brutally murdered. The emotions conveyed in this pivotal moment are raw and powerful, effectively illustrating the upheaval in Jack's life. From here, the narrative takes on a thrilling pace as we follow Jack's frantic quest to prove her innocence while evading capture.
However, there are moments where the pacing falters, causing the story to feel sluggish and overly long. While some trimming could have enhanced the overall experience, Jack's unwavering determination to uncover the truth and clear her name remains a compelling aspect of her character, ensuring readers remain invested in her journey.
The conclusion of the book is a redeeming factor, neatly tying up loose ends and providing a satisfying resolution. The epilogue, in particular, offers a glimpse into Jack's future, leaving readers with a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction for her hard-earned victories.
Really enjoyed the entire book, but (trying to be spoiler free) there was an extra happily ever after that they threw in at the end. I should have seen it coming, but it felt unnecessary and took away from the emotional growth of Jack. Just my opinion.
Once I started this book, I couldn't put it down. I love Ruth Ware books so I bought the audiobook without reading the synopsis and enjoyed not knowing where it was headed.
I loved the relationship between Jack and Gabe but they were so happy and cute in the first chapter I knew he was going to die. (Perhaps not a spoiler for those who read the book synopsis)
