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It Will Only Hurt for a Moment by Delilah S. Dawson
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
I have heard nothing but great things about this authors other novel, Bloom, so I was excited to get to read this one. However, this book did not do it for me like I'd hoped. This book has great commentary and themes relating to what it's like to be a woman in today's society along with in the past, how (unfortunately) women will likely always be treated as lesser than. how women are seen as crazy or need medication and therapy because they have feelings or disagree with a man. Overall, the themes of this book really did resonate with me and that women are not property or things to be told what to do, are not "crazy" for being opinionated, and God forbid are not what a man is entitled to. I did, however. think this book was way too long andabruptly ended without clearing up some questions about certain characters. I do think that I would read from this author again though. as maybe this just wasn't for me. Thank you to Netgalley and Penguin Random House Publishing for the eARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Unmissing by Minka Kent
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
4.5 stars ⭐
This book was so good!! Such a crazy/twisty thriller that will have you flipping pages so fast you need to know what happens next.
This book follows two main POVs, Lydia, a woman taken for 10 years whom was Luca's first wife, and Merritt, Luca's current wife. 10 years after Lydia was taken and held captive in a cabin, she returns to the doorstep of her husband and his new wife, Merritt.
This was such a quick, twisty, intriguing thriller that I highly recommend on Kindle Unlimited. I will be checking out more from this author in the future!
This book was so good!! Such a crazy/twisty thriller that will have you flipping pages so fast you need to know what happens next.
This book follows two main POVs, Lydia, a woman taken for 10 years whom was Luca's first wife, and Merritt, Luca's current wife. 10 years after Lydia was taken and held captive in a cabin, she returns to the doorstep of her husband and his new wife, Merritt.
This was such a quick, twisty, intriguing thriller that I highly recommend on Kindle Unlimited. I will be checking out more from this author in the future!
The Bitter Truth by Shanora Williams
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
4.5
This book follows several perspectives, couple Jolene (a first Lady with inheritance money and her own company) and her husband Dominic (governor), and Brynn (a woman whom had relations with Dominic in the past).
This book follows these individuals as Dominic gets sent threats in the mail stating they "know what he did" in the past and how their stories all come together in a twisted thriller. This is a tale of secrets, lies, revenge, and what people will do for power and with power.
There are several trigger warnings in this book including misogyny, rape, DV, emotional violence, disordered eating, mental health, bullying, suicide, and racism. Please check these before reading this book.
Shanora wrote a book so intriguing I read it in one sitting. Shanora is definitely an auto-read author for me as I've loved the other books I've read from her as well.
If you want a book with karma, revenge, rich people drama, secrets, twists, and fast paced then this is for you! Thank you to Netgalley, Shanora Williams, and Kensington Publishing Corp. for the eARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
This book follows these individuals as Dominic gets sent threats in the mail stating they "know what he did" in the past and how their stories all come together in a twisted thriller. This is a tale of secrets, lies, revenge, and what people will do for power and with power.
There are several trigger warnings in this book including misogyny, rape, DV, emotional violence, disordered eating, mental health, bullying, suicide, and racism. Please check these before reading this book.
Shanora wrote a book so intriguing I read it in one sitting. Shanora is definitely an auto-read author for me as I've loved the other books I've read from her as well.
If you want a book with karma, revenge, rich people drama, secrets, twists, and fast paced then this is for you! Thank you to Netgalley, Shanora Williams, and Kensington Publishing Corp. for the eARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
The Inmate by Freida McFadden
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
This was only my second Frieda book, but it was a fast and good twisty time. I have read similar books before, but this one did keep me on my toes and was such a quick read that I finished in one day. I will be picking up more F.M. books in the future!
Everyone Who Can Forgive Me Is Dead by Jenny Hollander
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The Silence in Her Eyes by Armando Lucas Correa
dark
informative
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
3.5 stars
This book is about Leah, a woman with motion blindness who only has several people in her life to help her. Her long time housekeeper, 2 older woman who live in her apartment building. her apt. super, and the delivery man. After her mom's death, a new woman, Alice moves in next door. With Leah's heightened senses she learns that Alice is in trouble and her ex husband is abusing her as she listens to them through the walls.
One night, Leah finds a man in her apt. and can sense him there, thinking it is the neighbors ex, the man who smells of bergamot. As the story unfolds, a twisted web is unveiled and you learn more about Leah, Alice, their relationship, and the mysterious man who entered her home that night. This story has many twists and surprises and the ending was a crazy ride.
Home Is Where the Bodies Are by Jeneva Rose
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
The Perfect Sister by Stephanie DeCarolis
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
4 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wow this book had the twists!! This was my first book by this author, and it did not disappoint.
This book follows Alex, who's sister Maddie has gone missing in the Hamptons. Alex goes to the Hamptons to try to find her sister and becomes involved with family that Maddie was staying with, the Blackwells. This story also has POV's from the members of the Blackwell.
This story takes you on a crazy ride while Alex tries to find out what happened to Maddie. Overall was a great book with drama, secrets, and things I did not see coming. I recommend for anyone looking for a fun. easy, fast paced, twisty read.
Thank you to Netgalley, Penguin Random House, and the author for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Wow this book had the twists!! This was my first book by this author, and it did not disappoint.
This book follows Alex, who's sister Maddie has gone missing in the Hamptons. Alex goes to the Hamptons to try to find her sister and becomes involved with family that Maddie was staying with, the Blackwells. This story also has POV's from the members of the Blackwell.
This story takes you on a crazy ride while Alex tries to find out what happened to Maddie. Overall was a great book with drama, secrets, and things I did not see coming. I recommend for anyone looking for a fun. easy, fast paced, twisty read.
Thank you to Netgalley, Penguin Random House, and the author for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
The Best Lies by David Ellis
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
5 🌟.
This was my second book read now by this author with both being 5 star reads!! I will definitely be reading everything David Ellis puts out based on these odds!!
This book follows three main perspectives, Leo, a lawyer, proclaimed pathological liar, and someone whom now has gotten himself involved in the murder of a very high profile criminal. Chris, a special agent, and Leo's now handler. Andi, Leo's ex, and a former cop now working in private security.
This book has all the major elements of a great crime novel along with crazy twists and turns. secrets, and lies.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend. Thank you to Netgalley, G.P. Putnam Son's, Penguin Random House, and the author for the eARC of this book in return for my honest review.
This was my second book read now by this author with both being 5 star reads!! I will definitely be reading everything David Ellis puts out based on these odds!!
This book follows three main perspectives, Leo, a lawyer, proclaimed pathological liar, and someone whom now has gotten himself involved in the murder of a very high profile criminal. Chris, a special agent, and Leo's now handler. Andi, Leo's ex, and a former cop now working in private security.
This book has all the major elements of a great crime novel along with crazy twists and turns. secrets, and lies.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend. Thank you to Netgalley, G.P. Putnam Son's, Penguin Random House, and the author for the eARC of this book in return for my honest review.