A review by nebulous07
Dark Mode by Ashley Kalagian Blunt

dark emotional informative mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Jaw-Dropping, Tense and Terrifying are my top three words to describe Dark Mode. This book had me on edge throughout, which doesn't do wonders for anxiety. It follows the story of Reagan, whose haunted by her past and lives life off the grid. The consequences of her choices result in her business almost failing and little to no social connections. Things look up once she meets Bryce, who is proving to be an exception to her chronic doubt and reservations. Bryce slowly becomes her anchor as the murder of three women occurs, identical to the unsolved case of the Black Dahlia. Without giving too much away, Ashley Kalagian Blunt delivers a well-researched, immersive read with shocking twists and turns which make you wonder how well you truly know people. The psyche of human nature is briefly tapped and delivers a jaw-dropping ending.
I look forward to reading more of the author's work. 

Thank you, NetGalley & Ultimo Press, for allowing me to read the ARC. This honest review is left voluntarily.