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Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
Breaking Silence is a work of fiction penned by author Alan Brenham in the thriller, mystery, and interpersonal drama genres. The story follows Claire and Megan Deveraux, who receive a cryptic text from an anonymous sender, AMZ, which they initially dismiss as a scam. However, as they uncover more evidence suggesting the existence of a long-lost sibling, Claire starts to believe in AMZ's claims. As they navigate the risks of following a blackmailer's trail, another individual desperately tries to protect his own secret. The mystery spans from Paris to Texas, intertwining lives and secrets in a gripping tale of deception and danger.
Author Alan Brenham offers an exhilarating and suspenseful read with a complex and action-packed mystery that kept me hooked from the first page. Claire and Megan’s initial skepticism turning into a determined pursuit of the truth offers us plenty of intrigue and tension, and I enjoyed the narrative focus that allowed us into their relationship and differing thought processes. The anonymous AMZ and the mysterious long-lost sibling provided a captivating plot with many different possibilities, and the revelations were always timely and credible to keep you fully invested. The shifts between the picturesque streets of Paris and the familiar settings of Texan suburbia enhanced the global scope of the mystery. Every scene had a clever selection of atmospheric descriptions that matched the emotional tone of the action with the scenery around it. Brenham’s exploration of themes such as trust, deception, and the lengths one will go to protect secrets bubbled away beneath the surface as the plot intensified, offering strong character arcs with emotionally resonant endings. Overall, Breaking Silence is a compelling and unforgettable read that I’d recommend to thriller fans everywhere.
