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3.6 AVERAGE
3.6 AVERAGE
Having read all of Amanda Robson's previous work, I was thrilled to be granted an electronic ARC of her latest book, My Darling; a book that finally comes close to her amazing debut, Obsession.
This was absolutely enjoyable and a thrilling page-turner, made all the more so with its short chapters and fast, no-nonsense pacing. This is a great domestic thriller where you are never really sure who's plotting what and who's gonna fall next. Some happenings were a bit too convenient to be realistic (who reads fiction and thrillers seeking realism though?) but all in all, a very fun read.
Like with all books, I tend to root for the very first character that is introduced and this time was no different. I was also taken by surprise when it revealed which characters the 'Memories' chapters belonged to. The ending was satisfying and I liked how everything came full circle.
Only downside is my ARC has missing headers at times when there is a POV switch, but fortunately it wasn't hard to figure out whose POV it had switched to.
I recommend going into the book with no idea of what to expect i.e. don't read the (thankfully vague) synopsis or reviews. That's the best way to enjoy this delicious thriller.
Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This was absolutely enjoyable and a thrilling page-turner, made all the more so with its short chapters and fast, no-nonsense pacing. This is a great domestic thriller where you are never really sure who's plotting what and who's gonna fall next. Some happenings were a bit too convenient to be realistic (who reads fiction and thrillers seeking realism though?) but all in all, a very fun read.
Like with all books, I tend to root for the very first character that is introduced and this time was no different. I was also taken by surprise when it revealed which characters the 'Memories' chapters belonged to. The ending was satisfying and I liked how everything came full circle.
Only downside is my ARC has missing headers at times when there is a POV switch, but fortunately it wasn't hard to figure out whose POV it had switched to.
I recommend going into the book with no idea of what to expect i.e. don't read the (thankfully vague) synopsis or reviews. That's the best way to enjoy this delicious thriller.
Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I'll be honest, I started off hating this book. I hated the characters, and none of them were likeable or ones I could identify with.
However, I am very glad I persevered! It was gripping, clever, and I raced through it in a day! Just goes to show, what people will do to save their skin or protect their loved ones.
However, I am very glad I persevered! It was gripping, clever, and I raced through it in a day! Just goes to show, what people will do to save their skin or protect their loved ones.
Writing my review a little later after I’ve finished it, I had a hard time remembering the plot. I revisited the last few pages to remind me of the characters at least. The forensic science part enticed me. It’s the kind of read that was gripping but wouldn’t stick after putting it down.
This book is an easy read. I liked it. It wasn’t as predictable as it seemed at first. As I was reading it, I would give bits and pieces to my husband as he would try to figure out the ending which made it more entertaining. It was like figuring out a puzzle as I read on.
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
WOW. Just wow. This was my first every thriller / mystery book and I loved it! This was on my tbr for months but, I finally read it. I read it in 2 days. I was addicted whilst reading this book and sometimes, I forgot I was actually reading.
This book starts off when Jade and Tomas move houses. When Jade meets Emma, their neighbour, she labels her as a 'stereotypical' girl and she is certain that her husband, who she believes has cheated multiple times, will fall for Emma. So when they all have dinner together Jade warns Emma about her husband. After following her husband, Jade is certain that he is having another affair. But, lucky for them, she has a plan that will shake up everyone's life.
I really enjoyed this book. I liked the plot and how in the end everything that didn't make sense in the beginning, does in the end. In my opinion, ALL the men that are related to Emma, need anger management classes ASAP. I hated some of the decisions that Emma took but in the end, they all worked out. There are a few trigger warnings like @buse and r@pe in this book. I really liked that the chapters were short (not more that 6+ pages). I also liked that I could read everyone's POV making the story more interesting.
I will definitely recommend this to people especially ones who want to start reading thriller books. I feel like everyone should give this book a try! Once again, do check trigger warnings because this book has some in every few chapters.
This book starts off when Jade and Tomas move houses. When Jade meets Emma, their neighbour, she labels her as a 'stereotypical' girl and she is certain that her husband, who she believes has cheated multiple times, will fall for Emma. So when they all have dinner together Jade warns Emma about her husband. After following her husband, Jade is certain that he is having another affair. But, lucky for them, she has a plan that will shake up everyone's life.
I really enjoyed this book. I liked the plot and how in the end everything that didn't make sense in the beginning, does in the end. In my opinion, ALL the men that are related to Emma, need anger management classes ASAP. I hated some of the decisions that Emma took but in the end, they all worked out. There are a few trigger warnings like @buse and r@pe in this book. I really liked that the chapters were short (not more that 6+ pages). I also liked that I could read everyone's POV making the story more interesting.
I will definitely recommend this to people especially ones who want to start reading thriller books. I feel like everyone should give this book a try! Once again, do check trigger warnings because this book has some in every few chapters.
dark
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Really enjoyed this one, but I thought it was a little long. I thought, oh everything should be finishing up soon, and saw I still had another hour left of reading the book. Definitely recommend!