This thrilling novel completely caught me off guard with its unexpected twists and turns. Initially, I thought it might follow the predictable path of a domestic thriller, but by the third chapter, I was completely hooked. The story is far from superficial but rich, keeping you on the edge of your seat the whole time.

The protagonist, Breanna, finds herself in a precarious situation when her boyfriend Ty mysteriously disappears, and a bloodied woman's body is discovered in the luxurious Airbnb they rented in Jersey City. As Breanna becomes entangled in the investigation, her experiences as a black woman in a wealthy neighborhood make every move she makes so treacherous. Kellye Garrett expertly portrays Breanna's justifiable paranoia, inventiveness, and determination, making her a completely relatable character.

Soon, the case explodes, as these white woman cases often do. Breanna is exposed by a famous TikTokker and an army of amateur sleuths while trying to evade the police, who are hot on her trail. The story pulls us deep into Breanna's POV, showing every challenge and assumption she faces due to her race and backstory. What makes the book so good is that even if the situation is suffocating, it feels like a noirish hunt, with tons of people on the internet thinking Ty and Breanna are to blame; Breanna doesn't give up. This is a book about assumptions, masks, and double identity. Take, for example, Breanna's friend who comes to her rescue. She is a thriving black woman who learned to use the veil of success and money to become untouchable but hides her own secrets underneath. 

 Breanna is at a disadvantage the whole time. She is caught in the wrong neighborhood at a very wrong time, and she is not allowed the benefit of the doubt. But Breanna, due to all that has happened to her in the past, has grit and determination; she is a gem of a protagonist, and I can't wait for the movie adaptation.

Missing White Woman is a novel that completely immerses you in its world. It's a tense, clever, and utterly immersive experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat. This book is a must-read if you're a fan of thrillers that challenge conventional norms and feature strong characters.