The Business Trip

by Jessie Garcia
The Business Trip cover
Good Books rating 4.33
Thriller/Suspense
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  • ID: 1262
  • Added: 2025-10-01
  • Updated: 2025-10-12
  • ISBN: 9781250364425
  • Publisher: St. Martin's Press
  • Published: 2025-01-14
  • Formats: 26
  • Reviews: 3
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The Business Trip by Jessie Garcia is a gripping debut that weaves a tale of two women, Stephanie and Jasmine, whose paths intersect on a flight. Stephanie is on a business trip, while Jasmine is escaping an abusive relationship. Their lives take a dark turn when they start sending identical, increasingly erratic texts about a man named Trent McCarthy before mysteriously disappearing. As their friends and family panic, the story unravels with twists and turns, revealing a master manipulator at play. The novel's unique narrative style keeps readers on the edge of their seats, questioning who is truly in control. Garcia's debut has been praised for its relatable characters and addictive storyline, making it a page-turner that explores themes of manipulation and deception. The book's structure and pacing create a sense of urgency and suspense, drawing readers into a labyrinth of secrets and lies.

Reviews
PhDiva · 2025-02-10
wild 4.00

The reviewer finds the book absolutely wild and advises readers to suspend disbelief to enjoy the wild ride. The bonkers ending and twisty plot are particularly praised.

PhDiva describes 'The Business Trip' as an absolutely wild ride that requires readers to suspend some disbelief. They found the book to be a lot of fun, particularly highlighting the twisty plot and the bonkers ending. The reviewer's enthusiasm for the book's unique narrative and unexpected turns is evident, making it a highly entertaining read. The book's ability to keep readers on the edge of their seats is particularly noted.

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    Absolutely wild. You should be prepared to suspend some disbelief at the reveal and just enjoy it.

    It was fun! A bonkers ending for a twisty thriller.

    A wild ride that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

Heather Adores Books · 2025-01-12
fascinating 4.50

The plot is described as fascinatingly clever and well thought out, with a particular focus on the development of the main characters and their interactions.

Heather Adores Books praises the plot of 'The Business Trip' for its cleverness and thoughtful construction. The reviewer appreciates the development of the main characters, Stephanie and Jasmine, as well as the insights from their coworkers. The book's ability to weave together different perspectives and maintain a compelling narrative is particularly highlighted. The reviewer's admiration for the book's intricate plotting and character development is evident.

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    The plot is fascinatingly clever and well thought out.

    Our main characters are Stephanie & Jasmine. We, also, hear from Stephanie's coworkers, Jasmine's colleagues.

    A compelling narrative that keeps you engaged throughout.

BookAnon · 2024-12-12
enjoyable 4.50

The book is described as one of the most enjoyable and interesting reads of the year, with a high likelihood of making the top books list for 2024. The reviewer praises its engaging and captivating nature.

The reviewer at BookAnon declares this book as one of the standout reads of their year, with nearly 200 books under their belt. They highlight its engaging plot and interesting twists, suggesting it's a must-read that will likely make their top 24 books of 2024. The reviewer's enthusiasm is palpable, indicating a strong appreciation for the book's ability to keep them hooked from start to finish. The book's clever storytelling and unique narrative are particularly commended.

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    Overall truly one of the more enjoyable and interesting books of the near 200 I've read this year.

    It will likely be on my Top 24 Books I Read In 2024 list.

    A gripping read that kept me engaged throughout.

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