Find out what Mumsnetters thought of Missing, Presumed by Susie Steiner

Thank you for my copy of this book. It was an easy enough read with an engaging story line, but I didn't give a hoot about Manon and the love life.

Thanks for my copy! Ive been so busy I havent read it yet but will be starting it tomorrow. Im not a huge fan of English crime but this looks more like a thriller. Looking forward to it.

I am really enjoying this book not finished it just yet but it has kept my interest really well with twists and surprises and can't wait for the conclusion

I really enjoyed the book, my only criticism as some have said earlier is that I didn't like the mentions of the Soham case, living quite locally to that it just didn't sit right with me. I was very good and didn't read the last bit before I had finished the book which is something I am prone to doing and was glad I didn't as it would certainly have spoilt it for me as there was a twist I wouldn't have expected! Very much written I think so it could possibly be developed for tv at a later date. I would certainly recommend the book and have already passed it on to a friend.

Thank you for my copy of 'Missing, Presumed.
I haven't read it yet, but i am taking it on a flight with me and will hopefully get it read then. Busy days.

Have already given a review but may be you can't find it as you keep asking again. So really good book, loved how each character was examined as one commenced. Well written and interesting to read.

Was really pleased to receive a free copy of this book. I really enjoyed this book and read over 2 days. The writing was engaging and I liked the characterisation especially of Manon the main character she was not perfect but tough and determined. What I liked about the book was it kept you guessing all the way through with twists and turns along the way. My only criticism would be the ending, as I felt it suddenly wrapped up a bit too neatly with me questioning would this really have happened. Even so still a good read that I would recommend.

I'm struggling! Teething babies and reading aren't the best combination. I'm currently around half way through and although I really want to know what happens (the story is compelling), I just can't connect to the characters (despite them being well developed). Wish me luck!

I got a copy in the Mumsnet giveaway and now can't resist reading just a bit more … and a bit more. Wonderful characters, especially Manon, the female detective, and an intriguing crime plot that hooks you in right away. I can see I'll be sitting up late to get to the end ...

I've just finished reading 'Missing Presumed' and really enjoyed it. The plot was good, characters were well developed and I was genuinely drawn into the book. The one thing I struggled with was Manon's dating and relationship storyline. I just didn't find it believable. That aside (and it was a small thing), I thought the book was great. Thanks for my free copy!

I'm loving this book so far - it's an easy read and the characters are believable. I'm disappointed to hear that some people aren't enjoying it though - I love detective novels and I find this one easy to picture. I love the issues with Manon's sex life too! Can't wait for my holiday from work, so that I can finish it. Well done Susie Steiner!

Missing Presumed by Susie Steiner is a very good, well written book to read. Manon the detective is a character easily related to, and very down to earth. The storyline follows her private life alongside her professional life as a detective, & the case she is investigating. I could see this book as a television series quite easily, & would recommend the book.

About half way through . Really enjoying the plot and characters. A well written and thought out storyline so far :) .. Hopeful this continues till the end :)

Thanks for the free copy. However, from the beginning, I really didn't like the style the book was written in and had a hard job empathising with the characters. Couldn't really get into the story as in 'OMG must get back to reading this and find out what happens next' so sorry but gave up about halfway through as definitely not my kind of crime story.

I'm still reading this as to be honest I've struggled to get into it. I agree with other posters that it's slow to get going. I'm not overly keen on the characters either. Very grateful for my copy though... Will keep plodding through & hope the ending is good!

I haven't finished the book yet. I am finding it easy to read but I am not dying to find out what happens. I feel that there is not much depth to the characters and therefore will be easily forgotten. I have read better crime novels and would like there to be more twists and turns to keep you interested in the plot. I thought the whole story was going to take place in the first 72 hrs but feel that it is dragging on a bit. I will finish it but probably wouldn't read another novel by the same author.

really good take on popluar genre at the moment.

Not yet finished this book but finding it gripping already, really enjoying it so far. Thanks again for my copy Mumsnet!

So excited when my copy arrived...there's something about a lovely big hardback book!
Overall I really enjoyed the story (I read it quickly which is a sure sign), the characters were interesting, varied and well described. I didn't see the ending coming but if I'm honest was a little disappointed for the reasoning behind the 'victim's' disappearance. Manon was a great character though (boo Alan) and I'd certainly read another book by Susie Steiner.
Thanks for the opportunity to read this book, I look forward to a Manon sequel!

Manon is a middle aged woman who is looking for love, but has problems.
She goes missing and is presumed dead. All the characters have complex relationships.
"DON'T WE ALL ".

I found this book gripping. You really did fear the worst when Edith wasn't found and there were lots of suspicions as to what had happened to her. All the characters were well drawn and I didn't expect the twist at the end. I would definitely seek ut more books by this author

I'm currently reading Missing Presumed (thank you for my free copy!) and I'm really enjoying it. The characters, I think, are developed well and I particularly like Manon. She can be a prickly character but is also very likeable - I like her sense of humour! I'm only a hundred pages in, but looking forward to seeing how it all pans out.

To begin with I really struggled to settle into reading this book however I'm so glad I persevered as I didn't guess the end of the book until...the end!

I think the author's style of writing takes a good few pages to get used to and some of her character descriptions had me rolling my eyes a little as I felt they were over styled, I would think others may agree with me.

The plot (eventually) kept my intrigue going and it got to the stage that I carried the book around with me from room to room during the day so I could read passages in between my chores, which for me is a sign of a good book.

I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good mystery/suspense but do be prepared to plough through the first few chapters before you get to the heart of the book properly.

Enjoy!

Great book, thoroughly enjoyed the plot and following the various characters. Will look forward to reading more from this author.

I ve started reading this beauty
A mixture of real life dilemmas with police work -I'm gripped and I'm only on chapter 2
I'll let you know what I think at the end -loving it so far x