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oyiii's review
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
itputsthebookupontheshelf's review against another edition
4.0
Well that was a twist ending I never saw coming. Maybe I should have, but the rest of the book was a continuous stream of happenngs. Fast paced with always something new going on with the storyline, this book will draw you into they crazy lives of Ivy and Lola and the people that surround them.
There honestly isn't too much I can say about this book that isn't already stated in the synopsis without giving anything away. The way Shanora weaves this web of lies, deception and secrecy is great. You may not be shocked by every turn of events, but you will be shocked.
I was fortunate to enjoy this one on audio and it was fantastically done. I loved the narrator who always seamed cool and collected like Ivy, even thought there was so much more going on behind the scenes.
Thank you to RB Media Recorded Books and Netgalley for a copy of this title in exchange for an honest review.
There honestly isn't too much I can say about this book that isn't already stated in the synopsis without giving anything away. The way Shanora weaves this web of lies, deception and secrecy is great. You may not be shocked by every turn of events, but you will be shocked.
I was fortunate to enjoy this one on audio and it was fantastically done. I loved the narrator who always seamed cool and collected like Ivy, even thought there was so much more going on behind the scenes.
Thank you to RB Media Recorded Books and Netgalley for a copy of this title in exchange for an honest review.
rayraymaximum's review against another edition
2.0
This book was so slow and repetitive ("I hate her! I'm going to ruin her life!" On a neverending loop). It finally got interesting around the 60% mark, but it was still painful to finish. I had to skim to the end.
kweenreads's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book is a rollercoaster ride that you absolutely have to experience! With its gripping suspense, surprising twists, and a storyline that keeps you guessing until the final pages, it’s impossible to put down. Just when you think you’ve got it all figured out, the plot throws you a curveball that will leave you stunned. Ivy’s determination to seek revenge against Lola is both mesmerizing and completely unhinged, adding to the gripping intensity of the story. I was completely engrossed and couldn’t tear myself away. If only there were a follow-up—I’d be the first to dive into it! This is my first book by Shanora Williams, and after experiencing this crazy journey, I definitely plan on reading all of her other thrillers.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness
taonga17's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
c100's review
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
sydney_arcuri's review against another edition
5.0
This book is filled to the brim with morally grey characters, and I loved them all. It was just so packed with soap-opera level drama and it was exactly what I was looking for.
heatherloureads's review against another edition
challenging
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This book was messy-messy and I enjoyed every bit of it! Everyone in this book has their own greedy agenda, and no one was likable. I'm a sucker for a book with unlikeable characters who are all morally gray. The author also did a really good job with making you feel for the characters as well.
Ivy lost her parents at fourteen, which caused her life to be a living hell. When she finds out who took her parents from her, she is determined to ruin that person's life. She becomes obsessed and forms a plan on how to bring Lola Maxwell and her empire down.
Lola is a socialite who everyone loves. She also has her own agendas and secrets. She has the perfect husband, home, friends, and a huge following on social media. She is an advocate for young moms and children as well. When she meets Ivy, she instantly decides to take Ivy under her wing.
There are other key players in this story who are ready to put Lola in her place as well, but I don't want to spoil it for anyone. Just know that if you're looking for a faced-paced thriller that is messy and full of self-righteous rich people, this one is for you!
Ivy lost her parents at fourteen, which caused her life to be a living hell. When she finds out who took her parents from her, she is determined to ruin that person's life. She becomes obsessed and forms a plan on how to bring Lola Maxwell and her empire down.
Lola is a socialite who everyone loves. She also has her own agendas and secrets. She has the perfect husband, home, friends, and a huge following on social media. She is an advocate for young moms and children as well. When she meets Ivy, she instantly decides to take Ivy under her wing.
There are other key players in this story who are ready to put Lola in her place as well, but I don't want to spoil it for anyone. Just know that if you're looking for a faced-paced thriller that is messy and full of self-righteous rich people, this one is for you!