An interesting story, "The Perfect Move" features young mom Hope and neighbor Nathan as amateur detectives, trying to discover the truth behind their friend's unexpected death. Alisa Klinger places the book on the Gold Coast of Long Island and uses Oheka Castle as an inspiration for her Maltz Manor. She does a great job with descriptions of the Manor and its various architectural features and oddities. The mystery itself you first want to call unlikely, but as soon as you think that you start to reconsider everything you know and (without giving anything away) that was one of the more interesting aspects of the story for me. Medicine, friendship, money, and ethics form the basis for all the relationships in the book, not just the mystery itself. The writing and language are stilted, showing all the expected signs of being a first book, but also giving you the impression that future books by the author will grow in style and comfort.
I received an ARC of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review . By Anne Morgan, Book Revue Staffer, Huntington Village
Alisa Klinger is a debut author of “The Perfect Move’ an intriguing, suspenseful, and captivating novel. The Genres for this book are Fiction, Mystery, and Suspense. The location for this story is set in the Gold Coast on Long Island, which is a prestigious and wealthy area in Long Island. The author sets the story in the present and it goes to the past when it pertains to the characters and events. The author describes her dramatic characters as complex, complicated, motivated, and some can be suspect.
Dr. Jay Klein moves his inquisitive wife Hope and baby to an affluent house on Long Island. Hope loves the house and enjoys meeting the neighbors. There is a famous football player in the neighborhood, as well as an older man that loves to cook, and tells Hope of his life in Germany and the Holocaust. There is a doctor that specializes in finding a treatment for Huntington’s disease that his wife and her father have. This move seems just so perfect. Is it too perfect?
Hope starts to notice strange things. Her neighbor feels someone is watching them. There are twists and turns, and danger. Hope doesn’t realize what she might be uncovering. Who can be trusted? When there is a possible murder, Hope insists on investigating. Will this be a wrong move? I recommend this thought-provoking and intriguing story to other readers.
Lindas Book Obsession Reviews "The Perfect Move" by Alisa Klinger
Linda’s Book Obsession Reviews “The Perfect Move” by Alisa K. Klinger, June 4, 2021 -
I’m not a football fan, but when murder comes into play, I’m game.
Hope Klein has gotten herself into a never ending spiral of lies and deceit. As a new mother and housewife, she has a lot of time on her hands, and her detective stills have those hands filling up quickly. There has been a murder on Margaret Court, and everyone seems to be a suspect.
Editorial Review on Goodreads from Leigh Hall, Author of Girl Bully-
Move over Jessica Fletcher and Miss Marple, here comes Hope Klein. In The Perfect Move, Alisa Klinger has created a modern day sleuth who is smart, funny, and very relatable. The story quickly draws the reader in and has enough twists and turns to keep you guessing. If you are looking for an easy and engaging read, I would definitely recommend this book.
Goodreads Reader, Debbie - 5 stars
The author Alisa H Klinger transported me to the exciting world of Hope Klein. Historical glimpses of the Gold Coast only added to the compelling whodunit with a satisfying conclusion. I was entertained throughout by real characters. With a great pace, I laughed, cried and even felt fear. I can't wait for the sequel to check in on Hope.
Goodreads Reader, Elizabeth M. Apmann-
The Perfect Move is a well-written, precisely plotted psychological thriller-it takes place on Long Island in a beautiful setting-The author drops many diverting and convincing side stories which makes it really enjoyable-I highly recommend it!
Goodreads Reader, Terri Noyed -
A great book with many twists and turns all tied together perfectly by this new author. It made me laugh, stop and think and wonder what would happen next.
Goodreads Reader, Marianne
Great Beach read! The characters are very well developed, you feel like you know them. Hope the main character is someone you would love to know so funny and engaging. One of those books you just can’t put down , a mystery that keeps you guessing to the very end. Simply loved it ! A really feel good book ,which is rare.
Goodreads Reader, Madeline Reviews-
