This is a solid 4 star review from me. It sucked me right in at the beginning, but seemed to slow more than I’d like, before picking back up. It’s written from two perspectives years apart, yet makes sense and flows between the characters perfectly.

I chose my villains early on and I was only partly right.

Thanks to NetGalley, Storm Publishing and the author for an ARC!

It was an absolute pleasure to be able to read this before it got published. This was my first book by this author but I loved the writing style and the thrill of the story line. Our main character Zoey is a criminologist and gets a job as a camp counselor in a camp where her aunt got missing. The premise was fantastic and all the twist and turns kept me guessing which I love.

Thank you Storm Publishing for providing me with an eARC.

★★☆☆☆

A psychological thriller set at a summer camp sounded like the perfect recipe for suspense, but ‘No One Saw Her Go’ ultimately fell flat for me.

Criminology student Zoey Montgomery accepts a job as a counselor at Camp Medley, determined to uncover the truth about her aunt Heather’s disappearance over thirty years ago. She soon hears unsettling whispers about other missing girls and experiences strange accidents that leave her rattled. But the main mystery is essentially solved by the 20% mark, and from there it’s just Zoey repeatedly asking the same questions, getting nowhere, and missing obvious clues until others hand her the answers.

The camp setting felt implausible—no induction, campers frequently left unsupervised, and counselors constantly heading into town. Zoey’s investigative approach was frustratingly careless, and her career expectations (US Marshal in WITSEC or homicide detective right after college) were wildly unrealistic. The romance subplots were equally off-putting: Zoey’s unhealthy fixation on Craig, and Heather and Dean’s overplayed puppy love, which quickly became tiresome.

The writing style was clunky, repetitive, and oddly juvenile for a book with darker themes, creating a jarring tone. Dialogue often felt scripted rather than natural. The plot leaned heavily on absurd coincidences and lacked creativity, relying on familiar beats without offering anything fresh.

I wanted to like this book—it had such promise—but between the predictable plot, unconvincing setting, shallow character work, and frustrating execution, I struggled to finish it.

Thank you to the author, Storm Publishing, and NetGalley for the ARC.

Such a great book! This book took me in and did not let me go until I was finishing it, it definitely was something else! I liked the mystery and how everything was unfolding.

This was such a beautiful read. It had the perfect mix of thriller and romance that was so.heartwarming. I loved the narrative and how it juggled the past and present. I highly recommend this book.

Bingeworthy in a day, this nerve-twisting thriller is a dark descent into buried secrets and deadly obsession. It will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.

✨BOOK REVIEW✨

No One Saw Her Go by Sally Royer-Derr

Flashback to 1989 - scrunchie craze, cut-off jean shorts, when writing letters and notes were a thing, pay phones…

Heather leaves behind a life that is unkind to her. From her mother’s vices, her mom’s pick in sleazy men, and the recent loss of her grandmother, Heather knows she can no longer stay in her home. She goes to live in the woods near a sleep away camp located in Pennsylvania, in which her boyfriend is a summer camp counselor. Heather is trying to figure out a temporary life plan because going back to the life she knew is not an option. Heather does not realize that things may seem better at the moment living among nature near her boyfriend Dean, but her life is going to derail and no one can stop it.

Fast forward to 2024. Zoey finds out a shocking family secret. She is determined to find answers to give her mother the closure needed to move on from an extremely heart-wrenching, unsettling time in her past. Zoey becomes a camp counselor in an attempt to find the truth.

When I saw Sally Royer-Derr’s post months ago about this book coming out, it quickly became my most anticipated read of the summer. Give me a wooded camp-type setting in the summer, dual timelines with hidden secrets, and I am totally and utterly in.

This is the third book I have read by Sally Royer-Derr. I enjoy her books and will automatically read anything that she writes. However, this one fell a bit short for me, but I did enjoy it overall. The setting was great, I loved Dean’s loyalty (read it and you’ll know), and the last 30% was wow! Check it out if this sort of premise is for you. There is still time to squeeze in a quick end of summer read! This book is out for publication now.

Thank you to Net Galley and Storm Publishing for the opportunity to receive an ARC of this book. All opinions are my own.

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If you've ever felt that thrill of summer camp-sunshine streaming through the trees, laughter echoing around the campfire-prepare to feel the chill as you dive into No One Saw Her Go. In this riveting thriller set in the picturesque but shadowy Camp Medley, we follow criminology student Zoey Montgomery as she unearths a dark past fraught with secrets that have haunted her family for decades.
Zoey's summer job takes a haunting turn as she seeks answers about her Aunt Heather, who mysteriously vanished from the camp thirty-five years ago. While trying to piece together her aunt's past, Zoey grapples with her own heartache and the painful lessons of her recently ended relationship. The well-paced narrative intertwines the present-day story of Zoey and the chilling memories of Heather from 1989, creating a dual perspective that heightens the suspense and gives depth to their intertwined fates.
As Zoey digs deeper, she uncovers a disturbing pattern of missing campers and strange accidents, leading her to question who-or what-lurked in those woods. The writing is gripping, and the atmosphere is thick with tension-perfect for anyone who loves a good, heart-pounding mystery. The story unfolds in a way that makes you realize that often, people aren't who you think they are, and those places that feel like home can turn sinister in a heartbeat.
I found this to be a solid thriller that kept me guessing from start to finish, awarding it a well-deserved four stars. If you're searching for a captivating read that combines nostalgia with a spine-chilling mystery, this one is not to be missed!

2⭐️ Thank you to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for an advanced copy of No One Saw Her Go.

Zoey decides to take a job at a summer camp to get over her recent breakup and get answers about her missing aunt who was at the camp over three decades ago. When she starts asking questions the owners get upset. The more she digs the more she realizes this camp holds a dark past.

This was such a redundant story and you kept hearing the same things over and over. It also was way too young adult for me.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this arc. Creepy and I loved it! Definitely never saw the twist coming! This was a fast paced thriller, I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen!

Zoe Montgomery a criminologist takes a job as a camp councillor to find out what happened to her aunt who disappeared years earlier. Full of twists and turns this gripping novel. Good characters and a plot to keep you hooked. Thanks to Storm publishing and Netgalley for this review copy.

This compelling thriller by Sally Royer-Derr immediately pulled me into its chilling premise, which centers on a summer camp with a dark and unresolved past. I was instantly invested in the central mystery and the protagonist’s quest for answers.

The narrative follows Zoey Montgomery, a criminology student who takes a job as a camp counselor at Camp Medley. Her true mission is a personal one: to finally uncover the truth about her aunt Heather, who vanished from the camp decades ago. As I read, I felt the sense of dread mount as Zoey's investigation unearths sinister patterns and dark rumors, making her question if she is truly alone in the woods.

The book maintains a relentless and suspenseful pace, with each new discovery tightening the knot of tension. The author expertly builds an atmosphere of paranoia, blurring the lines between what is real and what is a figment of Zoey's fears. The thrill comes from following her as she risks everything to solve a cold case, all while a new danger seems to be closing in.

I appreciated the author’s ability to craft a story that is both a propulsive mystery and a deep dive into the lasting impact of buried secrets. It's a solid choice for those who enjoy nerve-wracking thrillers set in an isolated, foreboding location.

Thank you to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the ARC.

If you're craving a spine-tingling mystery to keep you up all night, this is the summer camp thriller you need to read! Creepy, suspenseful, and absolutely worth every page, this book delivers a gripping "whodunit" that will leave you guessing until the very end.

Zoey takes a job at the same summer camp where her aunt mysteriously disappeared years ago. Determined to uncover the truth, she quickly realizes that no one wants to talk about what happened. As secrets unravel and strange things begin to stir in the woods, Zoey must figure out who she can trust—and whether something more sinister is lurking just beyond the trees.

Will she solve the mystery before history repeats itself?

If you love eerie settings, layered mysteries, and strong female leads, this book is a must-read. Perfect for fans of campfire tales with a dark twist!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC of No One Saw Her Go by Sally Royer-Derr. The mystery itself was solid and the dual timelines helped build suspense. I liked the eerie summer camp setting and the way the story slowly unfolded.

That said, some parts felt repetitive, especially in the middle, and I found myself wanting the pace to pick up. Still, the ending delivered a few satisfying twists, and overall it was an enjoyable read. I’d be open to reading more from this author in the future.

Couldn't put it down, but it was like a puzzle. Zoey learned that she had an Aunt Heather who ran away and was never seen again by her mother and sister. But she did learn from her mother (Heather's sister) where Aunt Heather had spent her last known days. Zoey is dealing with heartbreak because the young man she loved so much had broken up with her by text, but she decides to get a job at the camp where her aunt was last seen.

Zoey's cabin mate at the camp is a member of the family that has run the camp for decades. The two young women become fast friends and work on putting together pieces of Heather's last known days at the camp. But there are very unusual happenings at this camp. The family has some very strange, maybe even unhinged, members.

The story is also partially told by Heather, through chapters detailing events in 1989.

I think the reader may figure out some pieces, but may not figure out the entire puzzle.

Zoey is a criminology student who takes a summer counseling job at Camp Medley in rural Pennsylvania. She has a personal mission: uncover the truth behind her aunt Heather's disappearance from the camp over 30 years ago. But the deeper she digs, the more she realizes that the camp harbors long buried secrets and a disturbing history. Rumors of other missing girls and strange "accidents" swirl, and Zoey begins to question whether she's on to something, or whether she's the next target.

No One Saw Her Go is a taut psychological thriller that dives deep into the shadows of trauma and memory. Royer-Derr masterfully blends past and present and this novel doesn't just entertain, it unsettles in the best possible way. The writing is deliberate and atmospheric. The tension creeps up slowly, enhanced by unanswered questions and eerie moments. Royer-Derr expertly captures the unease of being watched, of second-guessing your own perception, and of realizing that the truth might be way more dangerous than the lies. I absolutely loved our main character. Zoey is sharp, flawed, and emotionally layered, and her dogged pursuit of the truth and justice is about much more than just closure. Some parts in the middle do slow down a bit, but then it builds steadily and the ending lands perfectly, striking a good balance between satisfying and unsettling. Overall, if you enjoy thrillers with a slow burn intensity and a creeping sense of dread, No One Saw Her Go deserves to be added to your TBR!

Thank you to NetGalley, Sally Royer-Derr, and Storm Publishing for this ARC! Publication day was August 1st 2025.

No One Saw Her Go
by Sally Royer-Derr
Pub Date: Aug 01 2025

The story is told in a dual point of view, full of crazy and dysfunctional characters, murder and lots of mystery. It's a fast-paced satisfying and an emotional read. I highly recommend this to anyone that loves thrillers!

Synopsis: When criminology student Zoey Montgomery takes a summer job as a camp counselor at Camp Medley, she went to discover what happened to her aunt Heather, who vanished from the camp over thirty years earlier. But what begins as a quest for closure quickly spirals into something far more sinister…

Many thanks to #NoOneSawHerGo #NetGalley & #StormPublishing for providing an E-ARC of this book.

The premise pulled me in immediately—Heather runs away from an abusive home, only to face even darker dangers, and her niece Zoey is determined to uncover the truth years later. The dual POV format worked beautifully, adding emotional weight and a unique perspective. Heather’s chapters are gut-wrenching, and her tragic arc is where this book shines.

That said, the twists were predictable and lacked impact. I guessed one of the main reveals very early on, and none of the others hit particularly hard. Pacing stayed steady but never gripping, and while the ending tied things together nicely, it didn’t shock or surprise me.

Overall, this is a solid thriller with strong emotional beats but low suspense payoff.

A good, well written story. Did Heather choose to leave or is there something more sinister behind her disappearance. I liked the way the two the narratives of Heather and Zoey ran parallel to each other, eventually merging to reveal the truth.

In this book each clue isn’t just revealing: it’s unravelling. Zoey’s search becomes a personal reckoning: how far will you go for closure, and what do you lose in the pursuit?