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3.26 AVERAGE
3.26 AVERAGE
slow-paced
dark
emotional
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
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
slow-paced
This book was weird, the title & description do not accurately reflect the plot, and the end is terrible & honestly a bit irresponsible.
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
mysterious
tense
medium-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:
Yes
The Trophy Wife by Valerie Keogh
Earc:NetGalley
Publisher:Boldwood Books
Publication Date: 02 Jan 2023
Genre:General Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller
In a world where we seem so focused on achievements and possessions, this book was a welcome read. Force you to watch. I found it well-planned d the subject well-researched, and I pondered it for days.
If I could change one thing, I would like to eliminate improper behavior. It wasn't needed and didn't add to the plot. If it were removed, the story would appeal to an even wider audience. When she met Anne, she knew she was the right woman. With her as my companion, my misfortune is behind me. Anne's stunning looks and her social interactions will enrich my life. I'm not in love with her, but she gives her the wealth she wants. I'm not lonely anymore. She completes me
But my marriage soon threatened to strangle me. Marrying Anne was a terrible mistake. We have to get out of this intolerable situation. My only hope is to find an exit.
#NetGalley#bookstagram #mysteryandthriller #generalfiction #thetrophywife
Earc:NetGalley
Publisher:Boldwood Books
Publication Date: 02 Jan 2023
Genre:General Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller
In a world where we seem so focused on achievements and possessions, this book was a welcome read. Force you to watch. I found it well-planned d the subject well-researched, and I pondered it for days.
If I could change one thing, I would like to eliminate improper behavior. It wasn't needed and didn't add to the plot. If it were removed, the story would appeal to an even wider audience. When she met Anne, she knew she was the right woman. With her as my companion, my misfortune is behind me. Anne's stunning looks and her social interactions will enrich my life. I'm not in love with her, but she gives her the wealth she wants. I'm not lonely anymore. She completes me
But my marriage soon threatened to strangle me. Marrying Anne was a terrible mistake. We have to get out of this intolerable situation. My only hope is to find an exit.
#NetGalley#bookstagram #mysteryandthriller #generalfiction #thetrophywife
tense
medium-paced
Thank you NetGalley, Boldwood Books and Valerie Keogh for letting me read “The Trophy Wife” in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
This is my second book by Valerie Keogh. I did enjoy “The Lodger” quite a bit, so I thought, why not try this one.
It took me a while to get into the story.
Jake grew up in a family of low ambitions. His father worked in a factory and never aspired for more. He even looked down on people who wanted to make a better living. Jake gets a full ride to Oxford. His parents are less than excited. So the young lass goes off on his own, trying to make it. He wants more from life than what he grew up with.
Oxford University, that’s where he meets his best friend, Adam. Adam had it all from an early age. The wealthy family, the good upbringing… there is definitely some jealousy on Jakes part. Especially when Adam gets the girl Jake likes. He hopes for a long time it’s nothing serious, but Adam marries Jane, worst possible scenario. Jake decided at some point to fill the void with Adam’s sister, Ann. Beautiful Ann, who he has no feelings for whatsoever. That’s where his live goes straight to hell… the end is bonkers.
My biggest problem was, that the beginning felt really dry. I stand corrected, most of the book felt dry and cold. Not much emotion going on there. Jake just calmly describes, how he got where he is today. That made it hard for me to relate. Especially the part with Jane. I did not feel anything there. I wonder if it was jealousy and not love?! Jake saw her first and decided not to be interested until Adam showed interest in her. Through most of the book I never saw a lot of real emotions, mostly jealousy speaking. I did not feel any real connection between the characters, just opportunity.
I understand the jealousy of Adam and his upbringing, but I doubt the realness of jakes feelings toward Jane. I assume Jake was not meant to be likeable, but nobody else really was. It felt like a disconnected mess for me.
The writing was very one dimensional and the timeline very straight forward. Starting at age 18, we get Jakes whole life in a straight time line, no excitement here. Towards the middle the story picked up a notch, but my interest was already kind of lost.
What I missed was the POV of Ann.Jake was not my favourite.
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The Trophy Wife by Valerie Keogh - Book Review 4/5
I always enjoy author Valarie Keogh's books. A mind-bending thriller, The Trophy Wife begins slowly and evolves into a shocking forest fire. I thought I had the plot figured out, but I was wrong. This is a book for plot twist enthusiasts.
Synopsis:
As soon as I saw Anne, I knew she was the right match. My unhappiness will be behind me with her as my mate. Anne's bombshell appearance and social interactions will enrich my life. Although I am not in love with her, I will give her the wealth she desires. I will no longer be lonely. She will complete me.
However, my marriage soon threatened to strangle me. Marrying Anne was a horrible mistake. I need to be free from this intolerable situation. My only hope is to find a way out.
January 2nd marks the release date of The Trophy Wife.
Thank you NetGalley and Boldwood Books for sharing this twisty story with me. Your kindness is appreciated.
#TheTrophyWife #BookandTonic #BoldwoodBooks
I always enjoy author Valarie Keogh's books. A mind-bending thriller, The Trophy Wife begins slowly and evolves into a shocking forest fire. I thought I had the plot figured out, but I was wrong. This is a book for plot twist enthusiasts.
Synopsis:
As soon as I saw Anne, I knew she was the right match. My unhappiness will be behind me with her as my mate. Anne's bombshell appearance and social interactions will enrich my life. Although I am not in love with her, I will give her the wealth she desires. I will no longer be lonely. She will complete me.
However, my marriage soon threatened to strangle me. Marrying Anne was a horrible mistake. I need to be free from this intolerable situation. My only hope is to find a way out.
January 2nd marks the release date of The Trophy Wife.
Thank you NetGalley and Boldwood Books for sharing this twisty story with me. Your kindness is appreciated.
#TheTrophyWife #BookandTonic #BoldwoodBooks