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Captivating, dark mystery/thriller about a mother of three who disappears without a trace. Her 11-year-old son, Jack is left with the responsibility of caring for his younger sisters and has to find creative ways to support them. This element makes for a unique and emotional reading experience.

On a hot summer day in 1998, Eileen Bright’s car breaks down. she leaves her three kids on the side of the road (in the car), while she sets out to seek help but never returns. Flash forward to three years later, and Jack is trying to keep his family together. His father has left, and he has the burden of caring for his sisters. But one night while Jack is out “working� he comes across a discovery that is about to tear his world apart.

Jack’s character made this book for me. He is a little boy, trying to play an adult. I could feel his emotions as he struggled with the heavy burden of caring for his sisters; I especially loved his relationship with little Merry. In addition to Jack, several other characters share their POV’s. All come together in their connection to Eileen Bright.

While the tone is heavy some quirky characters, including Donald the turtle, help to the lighten things up. It starts off a little slow and I had no idea where things were going, but Jack’s character kept me reading. What makes Snap standout from other books in the genre is the premise of a little boy trying to come to terms with what happened to his mother, care for his family, and try to right wrongs. This is gripping, intriguing read with strong characterization. I was invested in these characters and a little emotional when the book ended.

I received a copy of this book from NetGalley and Grove Atlantic in exchange for an honest review.