Psychotherapist Lulu is suddenly forced to question her husband and the very dark secrets from the past.
Although this thriller was pacey, entertaining
Psychotherapist Lulu is suddenly forced to question her husband and the very dark secrets from the past.
Although this thriller was pacey, entertaining, and well-written, it was mundanely predictable and lacked the twists and element of suspense I was seeking.
I listened to the audiobook I especially enjoyed the full-cast narration by Mhairi Morrison, Katherine Littrell, and Joshua Manning.
Special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review....more
WITHOUT A SHADOW OF A DOUBT...... "First Wife's Shadow" is one of my "besties" of 2024.
Kudos to author Adele Parks for penning a compelling, beguiling,
WITHOUT A SHADOW OF A DOUBT...... "First Wife's Shadow" is one of my "besties" of 2024.
Kudos to author Adele Parks for penning a compelling, beguiling, gripping, and whip-smart tale of love, friendship, obsession, betrayal, and revenge.
The book begins with a Rebecca vibe.
Emma, a wealthy, independent, sensible CEO, falls passionately in love with Matthew, an unpretentious and free-spirit widower, with a dead wife named Becky.
Will Emma ever measure up to Becky?
BEWARE: At 50%, the GOL (Gasp Out Loud!) twists begin.
The twists were riveting, unpredictable, and emotionally pulverizing; all brilliantly executed with skill and finesse.
I listened to the audiobook read by Kristin Atherton, who did an outstanding job with the narration.
"THE SECOND MRS. STROM" was my SECOND-favorite "Paul Strom" book.
Yes, author Kaira Rouda's "BEST DAY EVER" (the first "Paul Strom" book and one of my
"THE SECOND MRS. STROM" was my SECOND-favorite "Paul Strom" book.
Yes, author Kaira Rouda's "BEST DAY EVER" (the first "Paul Strom" book and one of my BEST BOOKS EVER) was a very, very tough act to follow.
A standalone read, "THE SECOND MRS. STROM" spotlights the one-year wedding anniversary of one of my favorite fictional delusional narcissists Paul, and his new young, gorgeous wife Cecilia.
Both husband and wife have different agendas.
Although this book was pacy and entertaining, it lacked the thrill factor of "BEST DAY EVER".
(Perhaps my expectations were too high????)
Many of the twists were contrived and eye-rolling. Plot holes were plentiful.
Also, this book was released seven years after "BEST DAY EVER".
(That is a long time to wait for a sequel!!!!!).
I listened to the audiobook read by Nick Landrum and Laurence Bouvard. Both narrators did an outstanding job with the narration.
Special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review....more
What happens when a passenger plane crashes into a nuclear power plant in small-town Waketa, Minnesota?
You guessed it!
This pacey disaster book gives n
What happens when a passenger plane crashes into a nuclear power plant in small-town Waketa, Minnesota?
You guessed it!
This pacey disaster book gives new meaning to the word "worse".
WHY NOT 5 STARS? (Outlier alert!)
* Waaay too many characters. I prefer books with fewer, well-developed characters * Too many eye-rolling moments * One of the many protagonists was a fictitious president. I enjoy as much realism as possible in thrillers and am not a fan of books showcasing fictitious presidents.
I listened to the audiobook read by Joe Morton, who did an outstanding job with the narration.
I especially enjoyed the introduction of the author/former flight attendant T.J. Newman.
Special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
It's a refreshingly different and heartwarming tale of deeply flawed individuals, new beginnings, forgiveness, pe How to describe "How to Read A Book":
It's a refreshingly different and heartwarming tale of deeply flawed individuals, new beginnings, forgiveness, perseverance, and resilience.
It's a "Fall Down Seven Times, Stand Up Eight" kind of book.
And it's also a commentary on how life can horrifically change in seconds, as well as the power of positive change.
I especially enjoyed the author's well-crafted epilogue.
I listened to the audiobook read by Eileen Stevens, who did an outstanding job with the narration.
Since the book unfolded from multiple POVs, a full-cast audiobook narration would have been preferred.
THE "GOOD" ON "BAD TOURISTS" * Pacey * Strong characterizations and well-crafted plot.
THE "BAD" ON "BAD TOURISTS": * Overdone premise So many "girls weeke
THE "GOOD" ON "BAD TOURISTS" * Pacey * Strong characterizations and well-crafted plot.
THE "BAD" ON "BAD TOURISTS": * Overdone premise So many "girls weekend away" books, so little time. * Lacked the "thrills" I was seeking * Bizarre ending that was absolutely, positively eye-rolling.
I listened to the audiobook read by Lesley Sharp, who did a superb job with the narration.
Since the book unfolded from multiple POVs, a full-cast audio would have been preferred.
POSITIVES: * I stayed awake for "Sleepwalker"! * Ultra-compelling premise: Deeply flawed sleepwalking protagonist allegedly suffering from PTSD is accus POSITIVES: * I stayed awake for "Sleepwalker"! * Ultra-compelling premise: Deeply flawed sleepwalking protagonist allegedly suffering from PTSD is accused of killing his wife in his home while his young daughter is sleeping. Did he do it???? * Twisty with strong characterizations
NOT SO POSITIVE: * Very, very slow start and muddled middle. * I easily guessed the ending's final twist.
I listened to the audiobook read by Paul Panting. who did a fine job with the narration.
A wife returns home from a trip to Paris to find her wealthy husband dead in a pond on her property.
The marriage was on the rocks
TW: Sex trafficking.
A wife returns home from a trip to Paris to find her wealthy husband dead in a pond on her property.
The marriage was on the rocks and both the deceased husband and the wife had planned to file for divorce.
The book's "Did the Wife Kill the Husband? premise was ultra-compelling until it wasn't.
Midway through the book, the storyline veered off course.
Had I known about the book's sex trafficking component, I never would have selected this title.
I listened to the audiobook read by Laurel Lefkow.
Although Laurel Lefkow did a superb job with the narration, the book unfolded from multiple POVs and could have used at least three additional narrators.
OUTLIER ALERT: This "casting couch thriller" was a total miss for me.
The book's premise was strong: A Hollywood has-been goes missing. Is she dead or al OUTLIER ALERT: This "casting couch thriller" was a total miss for me.
The book's premise was strong: A Hollywood has-been goes missing. Is she dead or alive?
Overall, the book suffered from too much repetitive text and a lack of thrills.
I listened to the 7-hour audiobook that easily could have been a 5-hour audiobook.
Narrator Vivienne Leheny did a fine job with the narration.
SPOILER ALERT: The book's "happily ever after" ending was contrived and disappointing.
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