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melissadelongcox's review against another edition
1.0
*Thanks to Atria/Emily Bestler Books for the ARC!*
I've tried so many times to read this one and it's just not going to be one that I finish. The book centers around a law protecting women from online abuse and harassment, and it's pretty explicit with some of the threats about Emma in the beginning of the book. Between that and simply not liking her, I wasn't super interested. I skimmed a bit further, but ultimately, this one just wasn't for me!
I've tried so many times to read this one and it's just not going to be one that I finish. The book centers around a law protecting women from online abuse and harassment, and it's pretty explicit with some of the threats about Emma in the beginning of the book. Between that and simply not liking her, I wasn't super interested. I skimmed a bit further, but ultimately, this one just wasn't for me!
katelynjaynexx's review
3.0
This is my third time picking up a Sarah Vaughan novel, and as a huge fan of Anatomy of a Scandal I was really excited this one had that same political theming that I so enjoyed in that book.
Emma is a female MP who is known for supporting the rights of women and is currently seeking to enact new laws that target people who send revenge porn. As we get to know Emma more we see that she does indeed have people who want to target her and when a journalist whom she had worked with is found dead in her home the story begins to unravel and people's reputations are at stake.
This book has the classic Sarah Vaughan charm that draws you in to the nasty world of British Politics and their relationships with the tabloids whilst also addressing many issues that teens, women and even women in power face on a regular basis. As I said, I enjoyed the political theming and premise of this book but did find it dragged on a bit in some places which took my rating down.
However Sarah Vaughan has become an auto buy author for me as I have loved elements of each of her previous books as well.
Emma is a female MP who is known for supporting the rights of women and is currently seeking to enact new laws that target people who send revenge porn. As we get to know Emma more we see that she does indeed have people who want to target her and when a journalist whom she had worked with is found dead in her home the story begins to unravel and people's reputations are at stake.
This book has the classic Sarah Vaughan charm that draws you in to the nasty world of British Politics and their relationships with the tabloids whilst also addressing many issues that teens, women and even women in power face on a regular basis. As I said, I enjoyed the political theming and premise of this book but did find it dragged on a bit in some places which took my rating down.
However Sarah Vaughan has become an auto buy author for me as I have loved elements of each of her previous books as well.
kazza27's review against another edition
5.0
Thank you to Anne Cater for my invitation to the tour and to Simon and Schuster for my copy of the proof in return for a fair and honest review.
We meet Emma an MP who has worked really hard to get where she has, she is divorced and has a teenage daughter Flora. Emma takes part in a photo shoot in which she shows a side of her that she doesn’t recognise as herself. What follows is a horrible onslaught on social media in which Emma receives the most vile threats and abuse.
Emma gets involved with Mike a tabloid journalist and she confines in him about her daughter. However what happens next shocks Emma and her ex husband David to the core and Mike hears about it from another source and he asks Emma to give him the scoop which she refuses.
Sarah has done it again with a story that is so timely and realistic it really hits hard because although the abuse is really horrific, you know sadly that it is believable and that women are subjected to this on a daily basis by people who do not even know them but feel that they have the right to do this.
Emma has worked really hard to get where she is professionally and really cares about her constituents and is trying to bring about changes in the law for revenge porn and cyberbullying. The second part of the book switches to the courtroom and even more drama and tension.
This is a clever, gripping and I really enjoyed An Anatomy of a Scandal and this one is topical, fast paced and engrossing. I absolutely loved it!
5 Stars *****
We meet Emma an MP who has worked really hard to get where she has, she is divorced and has a teenage daughter Flora. Emma takes part in a photo shoot in which she shows a side of her that she doesn’t recognise as herself. What follows is a horrible onslaught on social media in which Emma receives the most vile threats and abuse.
Emma gets involved with Mike a tabloid journalist and she confines in him about her daughter. However what happens next shocks Emma and her ex husband David to the core and Mike hears about it from another source and he asks Emma to give him the scoop which she refuses.
Sarah has done it again with a story that is so timely and realistic it really hits hard because although the abuse is really horrific, you know sadly that it is believable and that women are subjected to this on a daily basis by people who do not even know them but feel that they have the right to do this.
Emma has worked really hard to get where she is professionally and really cares about her constituents and is trying to bring about changes in the law for revenge porn and cyberbullying. The second part of the book switches to the courtroom and even more drama and tension.
This is a clever, gripping and I really enjoyed An Anatomy of a Scandal and this one is topical, fast paced and engrossing. I absolutely loved it!
5 Stars *****
kazza27's review
5.0
Thank you to Anne Cater for my invitation to the tour and to Simon and Schuster for my copy of the proof in return for a fair and honest review.
We meet Emma an MP who has worked really hard to get where she has, she is divorced and has a teenage daughter Flora. Emma takes part in a photo shoot in which she shows a side of her that she doesn’t recognise as herself. What follows is a horrible onslaught on social media in which Emma receives the most vile threats and abuse.
Emma gets involved with Mike a tabloid journalist and she confines in him about her daughter. However what happens next shocks Emma and her ex husband David to the core and Mike hears about it from another source and he asks Emma to give him the scoop which she refuses.
Sarah has done it again with a story that is so timely and realistic it really hits hard because although the abuse is really horrific, you know sadly that it is believable and that women are subjected to this on a daily basis by people who do not even know them but feel that they have the right to do this.
Emma has worked really hard to get where she is professionally and really cares about her constituents and is trying to bring about changes in the law for revenge porn and cyberbullying. The second part of the book switches to the courtroom and even more drama and tension.
This is a clever, gripping and I really enjoyed An Anatomy of a Scandal and this one is topical, fast paced and engrossing. I absolutely loved it!
5 Stars *****
We meet Emma an MP who has worked really hard to get where she has, she is divorced and has a teenage daughter Flora. Emma takes part in a photo shoot in which she shows a side of her that she doesn’t recognise as herself. What follows is a horrible onslaught on social media in which Emma receives the most vile threats and abuse.
Emma gets involved with Mike a tabloid journalist and she confines in him about her daughter. However what happens next shocks Emma and her ex husband David to the core and Mike hears about it from another source and he asks Emma to give him the scoop which she refuses.
Sarah has done it again with a story that is so timely and realistic it really hits hard because although the abuse is really horrific, you know sadly that it is believable and that women are subjected to this on a daily basis by people who do not even know them but feel that they have the right to do this.
Emma has worked really hard to get where she is professionally and really cares about her constituents and is trying to bring about changes in the law for revenge porn and cyberbullying. The second part of the book switches to the courtroom and even more drama and tension.
This is a clever, gripping and I really enjoyed An Anatomy of a Scandal and this one is topical, fast paced and engrossing. I absolutely loved it!
5 Stars *****
stephisbooked's review against another edition
4.0
Similar to Anatomy of a Scandal, Vaughan explores many themes throughout Reputation, particularly the treatment of female politicians and the impact of social media. I enjoyed the different POVs from Emma, Flora and Caroline who all had unique voices. This kept me guessing until the end and if you enjoy courtroom drama than this one is for you!
l1nds's review
3.0
I honestly thought I was going to DNF this until I reached 38% and it FINALLY picked up, and even then it wasn't until the court case began that I approached it with anything like enjoyment. I know a lot of the beginning was necessary ("speaks to the defendants state of mind your honour" - yes, I have seen way more American legal dramas than British!) but it really felt like it dragged on.
The book is very timely and raises some important issues about the overwhelming misogyny women face both online and in person, especially those in the public eye, but it's very heavy handed about it. Even I, a woman who cares deeply about these issues, felt browbeaten, so I'm not sure how those more ambivalent will take it.
Anyway, I found the book to be a very mixed bag but the courtroom scenes really elevated it. Once I reached the halfway mark it became truly gripping and hard to put down. Those used to a final jaw dropping twist may be disappointed, but those who enjoy a well argued courtroom drama should be quite satisfied.
*ARC from Netgalley for an honest opinion*
The book is very timely and raises some important issues about the overwhelming misogyny women face both online and in person, especially those in the public eye, but it's very heavy handed about it. Even I, a woman who cares deeply about these issues, felt browbeaten, so I'm not sure how those more ambivalent will take it.
Anyway, I found the book to be a very mixed bag but the courtroom scenes really elevated it. Once I reached the halfway mark it became truly gripping and hard to put down. Those used to a final jaw dropping twist may be disappointed, but those who enjoy a well argued courtroom drama should be quite satisfied.
*ARC from Netgalley for an honest opinion*
lucyreadingbooks's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- 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
2.75
simonrtaylor's review against another edition
3.0
I couldn't put it down, but in the way you can't stop scoffing flavourless popcorn at the cinema. It's moreish even if unsatisfying.
The fact the main character was an MP wasn't used as much or as well as it could have been. The storyline about her daughter, though entirely predictable, was nevertheless used to good effect.
Eat it quick before you realise the next day it's soggy and flavourless. You won't regret it, or remember it.
The fact the main character was an MP wasn't used as much or as well as it could have been. The storyline about her daughter, though entirely predictable, was nevertheless used to good effect.
Eat it quick before you realise the next day it's soggy and flavourless. You won't regret it, or remember it.
bofrazer's review against another edition
4.0
Pretty good. Nice writing style. Best part is the epilogue when a couple of plot zingers are added or finally explained.