When I Was You
When I Was You
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Sacramento, California • 2010s
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In When I Was You, a woman named Kelly Medina experiences a tense psychological journey when she discovers another woman sharing her name. This unexpected encounter leads to a complex web of identity, trust, and obsession, as Kelly grapples with the unsettling connections between their lives.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
16,637 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
When I Was You by Amber Garza offers a thrilling psychological narrative with a gripping plot that keeps readers engaged. Positive feedback highlights its compelling suspense and well-crafted twists. However, some reviews mention predictable elements and underdeveloped characters. Overall, it's an intriguing read for fans of psychological thrillers.
Who Should Read When I Was You?
Readers who relish psychological thrillers with twists will enjoy When I Was You by Amber Garza. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins's The Girl on the Train will appreciate its gripping plot and exploration of identity and obsession.
16,637 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Amber Garza has been writing stories since a young age and has published many young adult and suspense novels, showing her passion for creating gripping narratives.
When I Was You is often praised for its intense psychological suspense, keeping readers on the edge with unexpected twists and intriguing character dynamics.
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Novel • Fiction
Sacramento, California • 2010s
2020
Adult
18+ years
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