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A review by rorikae
Advika and the Hollywood Wives by Kirthana Ramisetti
mysterious
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? Yes
4.25
'Advika and the Hollywood Wives' by Kirthana Ramisetti is a gripping fast paced novel with mystery elements.
Advika is an aspiring screenwriter working at an Oscars afterparty when she meets Julian Zelding, a producer who has just won his latest Oscar. Swept into Julian's circle, Advika finds herself falling for him and they are quickly married. But when Julian's first wife dies, she leaves one million dollars and a tape to Advika. The catch is that Advika will have to divorce Julian to get both the money and the truth about her husband.
Ramisetti creates a quick paced and easily consumable mystery centered on the luxury of Hollywood. This story centers on the characters. Advika is easy to care for and Ramisetti does a great job of making the reader see exactly why Advika is swept away by Julian. But just as Advika begins to start questioning her relationship, Ramisetti begins to drop hints and moments with Julian that give an idea of his true nature. This story kept me gripped and fascinated. The audiobook is great and incorporates auditory elements like background music and audience laughter in appropriate moments. If you're looking for a great beach read or a fun audiobook to listen to on a roadtrip, 'Advika and the Hollywood Wives' is a great pick.
Advika is an aspiring screenwriter working at an Oscars afterparty when she meets Julian Zelding, a producer who has just won his latest Oscar. Swept into Julian's circle, Advika finds herself falling for him and they are quickly married. But when Julian's first wife dies, she leaves one million dollars and a tape to Advika. The catch is that Advika will have to divorce Julian to get both the money and the truth about her husband.
Ramisetti creates a quick paced and easily consumable mystery centered on the luxury of Hollywood. This story centers on the characters. Advika is easy to care for and Ramisetti does a great job of making the reader see exactly why Advika is swept away by Julian. But just as Advika begins to start questioning her relationship, Ramisetti begins to drop hints and moments with Julian that give an idea of his true nature. This story kept me gripped and fascinated. The audiobook is great and incorporates auditory elements like background music and audience laughter in appropriate moments. If you're looking for a great beach read or a fun audiobook to listen to on a roadtrip, 'Advika and the Hollywood Wives' is a great pick.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, and Grief
Minor: Death and Drug use