BOY RELEASED (BOY SERIES BOOK 2) by JD Spero – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Boy Released by J.D. Spero
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Having read ‘Boy on Hold’ I was keen to read this follow up which continues the story ten years later, after the murder of Sally Hubbard. Tyler who was convicted of the murder has been released from psychiatric rehab and Hen is about to inherit the Hubbard estate. Just as life is looking better for the Trout’s another tragedy occurs. The Trout’s now run the Blue Palms Motel but after an unwelcome visitor attacks Marcella, Tyler is the only witness to the brutal attack. Tyler yet again quickly goes from witness to suspect as his past comes back to haunt him. The family yet again have to confront Tyler’s mental health as well as prove his innocence. I would definitely recommend reading the first book before this one to really understand the backstory and the Trout family. The setting is the small Adirondacks resort town which once again the author brings to life. I was hooked as soon I started reading and was instantly immersed in the Trout family’s story again. As with the first book it’s the characters that really drew me into the story and made me feel engaged with them. The storyline does cover some heavy issues which make for a difficult and upsetting read at times, including mental health but these themes are dealt with sensitively. Although this is an emotional read it’s also a thought provoking one which I could not put down.

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