Kelly Allegretti

This 90s-set mystery tells the gripping story of Brooklyn, a disabled kid kidnapped by his grandmother with dementia.

The book keeps you on the edge of your seat as people race to find them before it's too late.

Allegretti throws in some interesting characters and romance to spice things up.

The writing style is easy to follow, with detailed descriptions that make you feel like you're right there in the story.

Even though the kidnapping is scary, there are also touching moments that warm hearts.

If you like fast-paced mysteries with some family drama, then this book is worth checking out.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

This novel differs from typical thrillers, it revolves around a family facing genuine difficulties. It highlights the struggles of raising a child with special needs, while also diving into the challenges of caring for an elderly relative with dementia. Strong parental love may endure even after a family has been shattered, as seen by June and her ex-husband Stuart's reunion in search of their son.

It’s a compelling read for anyone who enjoys mysteries and deep emotional story telling.

So Close But So Far Away will hook and reel you in from the start til the intense finish. It's an engaging, suspenseful story and the female protagonist, June is a likeable, relatable and colorful character which helps makes this novel a real page turner!
Cheers to the author-Kelly Allegretti... such a captivating tale!