The Kind Worth Saving (by Peter Swanson)
I was amazed when I started reading Peter Swanson's The Kind Worth Saving — a sequel to The Kind Worth Killing — how quickly memories from that original story began resurfacing. Known for his twisty psychological thrillers, Swanson once again delivers.
In The Kind Worth Saving, former high school teacher-turned-private investigator Henry Kimball is hired by Joan — a former student with a shared traumatic past — to gather proof of her husband's infidelity. What begins as a routine surveillance job quickly spirals into something far darker. As suspicious deaths pile up and old secrets resurface, Henry turns to the only person who might understand the dangerous game at play: the enigmatic Lily Kintner (from the first book).
While I enjoyed the story, it didn’t quite reach the heights of its predecessor for me. There’s nothing specifically wrong with it—it’s simply a matter of personal preference. Swanson continues to deliver his signature blend of clever plotting, morally complex characters, and a suspenseful storyline. I enjoyed the journey this story took and was pleasantly surprised by the twists and turns. The themes of revenge, manipulation, and revisiting the characters' past made for entertaining reading.
I borrowed the audiobook version from my local library. I especially appreciated the cast of narrators — Keith Szarabajka, Kathleen Early, Helen Laser, and Micky Shiloah. It's usually fun and helpful when major characters have their own narrator. I'm still looking forward to catching up on more of Swanson's books I've missed over the years.
Feel free to take a look at my reviews for other Peter Swanson novels, which I’ve linked below.
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