A review by blueskyvibes1point0
One Wrong Word by Hank Phillippi Ryan

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? It's complicated

4.0

I received one word as an arc audiobook through NetGalley. I have not been paid for my opinion, and my opinion is honest.

In "One Wrong Word," crisis management expert Arden Ward faces a personal crisis when she is falsely accused of an affair with a powerful client. With her career and reputation on the line, she's given two weeks to salvage her future. Enter Cordelia Bannister, seeking Arden's help for her husband Ned, a real estate mogul whose reputation is tarnished by a fatal drunk driving accident. As Arden dives into the case, she uncovers unsettling truths, leading her to question if she's protecting a killer.

Rating:
1. **Plot and Storytelling:** 3/5 While I found the story well plotted and engaging, I believe it could have been a tad shorter, and unfortunately, I was able to predict the plot twist correctly, which was disappointing.

2. **Characterization:** 5/5 The characters were beautifully crafted, and it was gratifying to witness their development throughout the book.

3. **Writing Style:** 4/5 I thoroughly enjoyed it and eagerly anticipate their next book.

4. **Originality:** 5/5 This book felt refreshingly original, unlike anything I've encountered before.

5. **Emotional Impact and Resolution:** 3/5 While the book didn’t deeply resonate with me emotionally, it did evoke some feelings, and I appreciated the well-wrapped-up ending.

6. **Narrator Emotion and Tone:** 4/5 I'd rate Gail Shalan's narration a 4 out of 5. She effectively conveyed the book's emotions, enhancing the overall experience.

7. **Narrator Character Differentiation:** 3/5 While the characters were distinguishable, I felt there could have been more effort to give each one a unique voice.

8. **Narrator Pacing and Flow:** 5/5 The book maintained a steady pace, and the narration flowed seamlessly.

9. **Audio Quality:** 5/5 The audio quality was exceptional, as expected from Macmillan Audio.

10. **Additional Audiobook Elements:** N/A. I didn’t notice any extra audio effects in this book.

Overall score: 4.11/5

If you enjoyed this book I’d recommend “Little Fires Everywhere” by Celeste Ng.