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Continue reading →: Through Our TeethIn “Through Our Teeth,” Liv grapples with the shocking death of her best friend, Hope, questioning whether it was suicide. As she and her friends seek answers, they uncover unsettling truths about those close to Hope. Though the intent is compelling, the execution feels disjointed, lacking character depth and emotional…
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Continue reading →: One Big Happy FamilyThe Precipice presents a familiar plot in a supposedly gripping thriller, overshadowed by predictability. The characters lack depth, especially naïve Charley, whose trauma responses fall flat. Bree’s suspicious nature raises questions, and the Bishop sisters’ antics feel trite. Ultimately, the simplistic storyline fails to deliver genuine suspense or intriguing twists,…
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Continue reading →: Middle of the NightIn Riley Sager’s thriller, Ethan Marsh returns to his childhood home, haunted by the disappearance of his friend Billy thirty years prior. As eerie occurrences resurface, Ethan delves into the past to unravel the truth, confronting unsettling memories and secrets within the seemingly idyllic Hemlock Circle and its neighboring Hawthorne…
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Continue reading →: The Right SwipeRhiannon Hunter, a driven entrepreneur behind a dating app, prioritizes success over romance until former football star Samson Lima reappears after ghosting her. Their no-strings arrangement complicates as old feelings resurface, forcing Rhiannon to confront her emotional barriers. The story struggles with realism, leaving readers questioning character depth and conflict…
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Continue reading →: The ResortIn “The Resort,” a luxury paradise turns into a murder scene as dive instructor Cass and influencer Brooke grapple with their shady secrets. The plot stumbles through chaotic timelines and unsympathetic characters, leaving readers yearning for an engaging mystery. Instead, it’s a tedious unraveling that ultimately fails to captivate.
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Continue reading →: Can’t Get EnoughIn “Can’t Get Enough,” Kennedy Ryan crafts a poignant love story, intertwining the joy of newfound romance with the profound struggles of caregiving. Hendrix, a driven woman, finds her match in Maverick, offering emotional depth amid the pain of watching her mother suffer from dementia. A beautifully real portrayal of…
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Continue reading →: The Bachelorette Partyby: Camilla Stenpublished: June 10, 2025genre: Thriller, Mystery304 pages, E-Book ARCGoodReads | Amazon Synopsis Ten years ago, four friends—Matilda, Linnea, Evelina, and Anna—vanished without a trace during their annual trip to a secluded island in the Swedish Archipelago. Dubbed the Nacka Four, their disappearance shook their small Stockholm town, leaving…
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Continue reading →: The Next Mrs. ParrishLiv Constantine’s “The Last Mrs. Parrish” unveils Amber Parrish’s schemes to maintain her lavish lifestyle as her plans unravel with Jackson’s early release from prison. As Daphne Parrish confronts her past for her daughter’s sake, a web of betrayal and manipulation ensnares them all, leading to a high-stakes battle for…
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Continue reading →: First Lie WinsEvie Porter has the perfect life—except she doesn’t exist. Assigned identities by the mysterious Mr. Smith, she’s a con artist with one rule: never get attached. But when her past resurfaces and her latest mark, Ryan, knows more than he should, Evie must outmaneuver deadly lies—or lose everything.
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Continue reading →: Missing White WomanDespite an intriguing premise, “Missing White Woman” falls flat with predictable twists and frustrating character choices. The protagonist, Bree, is unrealistic in her reactions to the chaos surrounding her, while the narrative leaves many questions unanswered. COVID references feel out of place, adding to the overall lack of cohesion.
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