If Something Happens to Me, Alex Finlay
If Something Happens to Me, Alex Finlay
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If Something Happens to Me
A Novel

Author: Alex Finlay

Narrator: Helen Laser, John Pirhalla, Paul Dateh

Unabridged: 7 hr 30 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/28/2024


Synopsis

This program features multicast narration.

A USA Today Bestseller!

From “one of the genre’s most exciting voices” (E! News) comes one of the year’s most-anticipated thrillers.

For the past five years, Ryan Richardson has relived that terrible night. The car door ripping open. The crushing blow to the head. The hands yanking him from the vehicle. His girlfriend Ali’s piercing scream as she is taken.

With no trace of Ali or the car, a cloud of suspicion hangs over Ryan. But with no proof and a good lawyer, he’s never charged, though that doesn’t matter to the podcasters and internet trolls. Now, Ryan has changed his last name, and entered law school. He's put his past behind him.

Until, on a summer trip abroad to Italy with his law-school classmates, Ryan gets a call from his father: Ali's car has finally been found, submerged in a lake in his hometown. Inside are two dead men and a cryptic note with five words written on the envelope in Ali’s handwriting: If something happens to me…

Then, halfway around the world, the unthinkable happens: Ryan sees the man who has haunted his dreams since that night.

As Ryan races from the rolling hills of Tuscany, to a rural village in the UK, to the glittering streets of Paris in search of the truth, he has no idea that his salvation may lie with a young sheriff’s deputy in Kansas working her first case, and a mobster in Philadelphia who’s experienced tragedy of his own.

In classic Alex Finlay form, If Something Happens to Me is told by several distinct, compelling characters whose paths intersect, detonating into a story of twist after pulse-pounding twist. The novel cements Finlay as one of the leading thriller writers today.

A Macmillan Audio production from Minotaur Books.

About Alex Finlay

ALEX FINLAY is the bestselling author of several acclaimed novels, including the 2025 instant national bestseller, Parents Weekend. His work regularly appears on best-of-the-year lists and has been translated into twenty-six languages and sold around the world. Alex’s books have been optioned or in development for film and television, including Parents Weekend, which was recently acquired for adaptation to the screen. Alex is the director of the thriller/mystery section of the Leopardi Writing Conference in Italy, and a board member of the PEN/Faulkner Foundation. He lives in Washington, D.C.

About Helen Laser

Helen Laser is an audiobook narrator, voice artist, and actor of stage and screen. She's an Audie Award Finalist, SOVAS finalist, LA Times Book Awards Finalist, and multiple AudioFile Earphones Award winner.Her narration has been picked by Reese Witherspoon for her book club, and has made many best-of lists including features by (but not limited to): Audible, Apple, Libro.fm, Amazon, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Vulture, and many more.She's lent her voice to over 150 audiobooks.Her narration style is natural, immediate, and lyrical. Sharp wit and vulnerability wrapped up in a youthful down-to-earth package. Her greatest inspirations are her love of the theatre, independent films, Miyazaki movies, and of course The Princess Diaries audiobook, narrated by Anne Hathaway—the audiobook that started it all as a kid.She's a proud member of SAG-AFTRA.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Shelley's Book Nook on April 27, 2024

My Reviews Can Also Be Found On: The Book Review Crew Blog 2.5 Stars Outlier alert. I really liked the first part of this story, it was a bit over the top but I read it for what it was, a decent popcorn thriller. When I got to the end of part one I wasn't surprised at all. I saw that twist a mile away......more

Goodreads review by Mary Beth on November 01, 2024

Five Happy Dance Stars!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐💃💃 Ryan Richardson will never forget the night that his girlfriend, Ali was taken. He will never forget her loud screams. It happened five years ago. Someone opened the car door, hit him hard in the head and pulled Ryan from the car. Ali disappeared without a trace of her......more

Goodreads review by Jayme on May 28, 2024

4.5 ⭐️ After reading “Every Last Fear”, I predicted that Alex Finlay would be the next BIG thriller author that everyone would want to auto request! And, after devouring “The Night Shift”, I doubled down on that bet! But, then, his third book, “What Have We Done” was a BIG miss for me! 🫤 I am happy to......more

Goodreads review by Meredith (Trying to catch up!) on January 15, 2024

A Fun Ride If Something Happens To Me is a fast-paced thriller about a missing girl presumed dead, a notorious crime boss, and a new sheriff in town trying to put the pieces together. There are three primary narrators: Ryan, once accused of his girlfriend’s murder, and he is now on a law school trip......more

Goodreads review by Nilufer on July 23, 2024

Alex Finlay triumphantly returns to the literary scene with a gripping narrative that pulses with heart-throbbing intensity, action-packed sequences, and an addictive plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. This unputdownable twisty thriller introduces new characters into the equation, w......more


Quotes

A USA TODAY bestseller!
A LibraryReads Hall of Fame Selection for May -- Best Books Voted by Librarians
A Harper's Bazaar Best May 2024 Book Releases
A Parade magazine Best New Books of the Week
A Goodreads' Biggest Books of the Spring
A E! News Best Summer Reads
A BookBub 2024 Best Beach Reads

“A tightly coiled spine tingle . . . As in Finlay’s previous novels, relentless pacing, impressive characterizations, and the author’s knack for surprise combine to produce top-shelf entertainment. This is a smart, unpredictable winner.”—Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

“[T]he overall listening experience is thoroughly engaging from beginning to end.”AudioFile

“If Something Happens to Me is a lightning-fast ride on a rollercoaster with young, genuine characters who will make you care deeply for them."Bookreporter

“The twists are nonstop . . . Finlay’s name on the cover guarantees a great read, and this one will end up on many best-of-the-year lists.”—First Clue

“Finlay crafts characters that are a pleasure to read about, mysteries that captivate, and novels that are as exhilarating as they are intricate. This blend makes for an invariably exceptional reading experience with his books, and If Something Happens to Me adds another distinguished accolade to his already remarkable repertoire.”Mystery & Suspense Magazine

“Alex Finlay has outdone himself with If Something Happens to Me—a riveting thriller with a twist that you won't see coming. I loved this book.”—Laura Dave, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me

“A brilliant and taut action-packed thriller that begs to be read in one sitting. I know I did If Something Happens to Me is perfectly plotted, nail-bitingly intense, and incredibly compelling. Finlay proves once again that he is a master of his craft.”—Jeneva Rose, New York Times bestselling author of The Perfect Marriage

If Something Happens to Me shows why Alex Finlay is one of the leading thriller writers today. Pulse-pounding, layered, and impossible to put down. Finlay—the master of twists—has outdone himself.”—Sarah Pekkanen, New York Times bestselling author of Gone Tonight

“Told at a breakneck pace, peppered with whiplash twists that will make you question every premise, If Something Happens to Me is easily one of the best thrillers of the year. Alex Finlay has already established himself as a titan in the thriller world; this novel may be his best yet.”—David Ellis, New York Times bestselling author of Look Closer