A Mother Would Know by Amber Garza My rating: 1 of 5 stars Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of A Mother Would Know in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The Gist A Mother Would Know by Amber Garza offers a compelling premise but struggles to fully engage readers with its execution. Touted as a domestic thriller, this novel attempts to delve into the dark undercurrents of motherhood, guilt, and secrets, but ultimately falls short of leaving a lasting impression. The Details The story follows the lives of two women whose paths intersect in unexpected ways as they…
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One Last Secret
One Last Secret by Adele Parks My rating: 1 of 5 stars Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of One Last Secret in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The Gist One Last Secret by Adele Parks presents itself as a psychological thriller, but unfortunately falls short of delivering on its promises. While the premise holds potential, the execution lacks the necessary depth and suspense to truly engage the reader. The Details What could have been a gripping exploration of the complexities of human relationships instead feels shallow and contrived. One of the biggest issues with One Last Secret…
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The Elusive Elixir
The Elusive Elixir by Gigi Pandian My rating: 4 of 5 stars Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of The Elusive Elixir in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The Gist The Elusive Elixir by Gigi Pandian is a delightful and enchanting mystery novel that blends elements of magic, history, and adventure into a captivating narrative. Serving as the third installment in the Accidental Alchemist series, the novel follows protagonist Zoe Faust, an alchemist with a mysterious past, and her trusty gargoyle companion, Dorian Robert-Houdin, as they embark on a quest to uncover the secrets of an elusive elixir…
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Prophecy Awakened
Prophecy Awakened by Tamar Sloan My rating: 3 of 5 stars Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of Prophecy Awakened in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The Gist Prophecy Awakened by Tamar Sloan is a spellbinding young adult fantasy novel that introduces readers to a world of magic, intrigue, and romance. The novel follows protagonist Eden as she discovers her hidden powers and grapples with the weight of destiny. The Details Sloan’s world-building is rich and immersive, drawing readers into a realm filled with ancient prophecies, powerful sorcery, and warring factions. The novel is brimming with vividly rendered…
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Silver in the Mist
Silver in the Mist by Emily Victoria My rating: 3 of 5 stars Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of Silver in the Mist in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The Gist Silver in the Mist by Emily Victoria is a spellbinding journey through a fantastical world brimming with magic and mystery. Shrouded secrets and danger lurks in the shadows, this novel weaves a captivating tale of adventure, friendship, and self-discovery. The Details At its heart, the story follows the courageous protagonist as she navigates a world teeming with enchantment and peril. Victoria’s vivid prose brings the ethereal…
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My Husband’s Lover
My Husband’s Lover by Jess Ryder My rating: 5 of 5 stars Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of My Husband’s Lover in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The Gist Jess Ryder’s My Husband’s Lover captivates from the very first page with its gripping narrative and intricate storytelling. This psychological thriller navigates the complexities of relationships and the dark secrets that lie beneath the surface with skill and finesse, leaving readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. The Details One of the novel’s greatest strengths is its well-developed characters, each with their own motivations…
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I Love It When You Lie
I Love It When You Lie by Kristen Bird My rating: 2 of 5 stars Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of I Love It When You Lie in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The Gist I Love It When You Lie by Kristen Bird fails to live up to its promising premise, ultimately delivering a disappointing reading experience. While the novel initially presents itself as a psychological thriller filled with intrigue and suspense, it quickly falls flat due to its lackluster execution and unconvincing character development. The Details One of the major drawbacks of the book is…
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It’s One of Us
It’s One of Us by J. T. Ellison My rating: 1 of 5 stars Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of It’s One of Us in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. Trigger warning: infertility and miscarriage. The Gist It’s One of Us by J.T. Ellison is a disappointing thriller that fails to deliver on its promises of suspense and intrigue. The Details One of the main issues I have with this story is that it is not going anywhere. I can’t even say that the plot is predictable, because there barely is a plot. Furthermore, most of the…
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Just the Nicest Couple
Just the Nicest Couple by Mary Kubica My rating: 3 of 5 stars Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of Just the Nicest Couple in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The Gist Just the Nicest Couple by Mary Kubica is a disappointing thriller that fails to live up to the expectations set by the author’s previous works. The Details One of the things that disappointed me was the lackluster plot. From the outset, the story feels predictable and derivative. Instead of keeping readers on the edge of their seats, the narrative unfolds in a formulaic manner. There was…
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Everything She Feared
Everything She Feared by Rick Mofina My rating: 2 of 5 stars Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of Everything She Feared in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The Gist Everything She Feared by Rick Mofina is a disappointing thriller that fails to deliver on its promises of suspense and excitement. The Details One of the main issues with the novel is its lackluster plot. From the outset, the story feels contrived and predictable. Instead of keeping readers on the edge of their seats, the narrative unfolds in a formulaic manner. There is no real tension or surprise.…