Every once in a while, I read a book that pulls me in and keeps me interested from beginning to end, even as the author switches gears.
This is 100% one of those books.
Not only did the author switch gears, but she sent it into overdrive with a gonzo final third that had me gasping, saying “no WAY!” and wondering how it was all going to play out in the end.
If you’ve read my reviews, you know that I’m not one for hyperbole and I don’t often overdo my reactions.
But seriously, this one had me saying “WTH” more than a few times, and I couldn’t get enough of it.
Right up to the very last page.
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But even in the beginning, the author did a fantastic job of building the tension. The introduction of each of the women, Frankie, Celeste, and Saylor, was just enough to let the reader know that the “liar next door” could have actually been any one of them.
The perspective changes as chapters alternate between the three women, with some of Frankie’s past told in flashbacks. It all fits together quite seamlessly and creates a whole picture of the action, including motivations.
I liked how the author kept me guessing as to who each character might have been referring to at any given time. That definitely contributed to the shocking moments later in the book.
I really don’t want to give anything away, but I did like how the author ended it. There was no disappointment, and it was the perfect wrap-up for an absolutely insane and twisty plot.
Well-done on this one. Definitely one of the better ones I have read this year. It should absolutely be put on your TBR list immediately.
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Author Bio
USA TODAY bestseller and multi-award winner Nicola Marsh writes feel-good fiction…with a twist!
She has published 68 novels and sold over 8 million copies worldwide. She currently writes rural romance for Harper Collins Australia, emotional domestic suspense for Bookouture and contemporary romance for Harlequin Dare.
She’s also a Waldenbooks, Bookscan, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble bestseller, a RBY (Romantic Book of the Year) and National Readers’ Choice Award winner.
A physiotherapist for thirteen years, she now writes full time, raises two dashing young heroes, shares fine food with family and friends, and her favorite, curls up with a good book!
