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astoriareader's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
- Ainsley and Peter have been married for awhile. They have 3 kids, and they are successful in their careers.
- However, their marriage has hit a rough patch. They've tried various methods to improve their relationship, but nothing seems to work.
- As a last resort, they agree to an open marriage.
- What could possibly go wrong?!đđ
- This is only 200 page book, so itâs a quick read.
- Frankly, this is a popcorn thriller. I read it in a single sitting, and it was an easy read.
- You have to suspend a lot of disbelief in this one. The two main characters are also extremely unlikeable.
- No real character development in this one. Ending was mehhh. There are lots of plot holes. The writing is okay, but not great.
- My biggest gripe about this one is the writer committed the cardinal sin of lying to readers about characters while telling the story from their POV. Ainsley & Peter tell the story in present day perspectives. In other words, the characters tell the readers their thoughts and interactions, as they are occurring. It isn't a "twist" or âbig reveal" to represent a characterâs thoughts and experiences as one way, then do a 180 in the last couple pages?? We are reading their active, present thoughts, so with that in mind, a lot of the book makes no sense. I always think this is such a cheap writing tactic when authors go this route.
Graphic: Infidelity, Toxic relationship, and Murder
Moderate: Sexual content, Stalking, and Death
Minor: Rape, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence
graves1888's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Moderate: Murder, Death, Violence, and Sexual content
stephanieluxton's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Graphic: Toxic relationship and Infidelity
Moderate: Death, Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Stalking, Violence, Murder, and Blood
Minor: Sexual violence, Sexual assault, Rape, Domestic abuse, Homophobia, and Kidnapping
kaylasbookgram's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
â˘Read This Book If:
You love a fast read.
You love a shocking ending.
â˘Synopsis:
Peter & Ainsley have come to the conclusion that something needs to be done in order to save their marriage. So Ainsley comes up with The Arrangement. But when a date starts to show a bit to much in Ainsley things start to take a turn for the worse for this couple.
â˘My Thoughts:
Oh my goodness! This book was filled with everything I look for in a good thriller! Twists, turns, and shocking events every few chapters to surprise you and leave you wondering whatâs going to happen next. I absolutely love Kiersten Modglinâs books and am excited to continue this series.
Moderate: Rape, Grief, Infidelity, Death, Addiction, Kidnapping, Stalking, Torture, Toxic relationship, Confinement, Murder, and Sexual assault
lschuchman's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Graphic: Violence and Murder
Moderate: Sexual assault, Sexual content, Infidelity, and Death
Minor: Rape
sarahmaemae's review against another edition
3.0
Graphic: Sexual content, Murder, and Kidnapping
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Religious bigotry, Violence, Death, and Misogyny
books4bee's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Moderate: Death, Infidelity, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Toxic relationship, Violence, and Sexual content
Minor: Rape, Stalking, Torture, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Vomit
slipppers98's review against another edition
1.0
Also, the depiction of 10 year olds is so far off.
Character driven and terrible.
Minor: Alcohol, Death, Eating disorder, and Self harm
bujoxbooked's review
4.5
I've been learning from the 2 previous books I've been reading that were thrillers that they weren't for me, but this one proved me wrong! Most thrillers take so long to get to the point, but not this story. Which I LOVED!
I'm between 4.5 stars and 5 stars...because the twists were good don't get me wrong but just one after another jam-packed and then the book just ended! (Lol which makes sense as I now see there is a sequel).
WTH!
Ok let me type this all out just to make sure I have it somewhat straight...
Prior to the last chapter or two, I didn't think it was as crazy of a reveal(
I am confused though because
Graphic: Death
Moderate: Rape
fbzcab's review against another edition
Graphic: Murder, Blood, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, and Death
Moderate: Rape