I received a copy of this book from the author for an honest review. 

This is not a Romance.  There is zero romance in this book.  The Ghostwriter is a fictional story about an author's personal story.  I"m finding it difficult to explain this story to you in a review without spoiling one iota of the story for you.  It's an amazing tale of a person who's perceived to have it all but has Rocky Mountain size secrets she didn't want shared until her very last tale.  Given three months to live Helena Ross is desperate to get her last book told.  

She realizes she can't physically type enough words to get the book done in those three months and picks the author she wants to write her story.  An author who's most likely to get the words and feelings just write.  One that will follow the lead and make it most sound like Helena.  

Oh boy was she in for a surprise when her ghostwriter showed up.  A person that's a stickler for the rules only she knows (in her head) when her ghostwriter arrived it shook what she knew to be true on it's axis.  Sometime not everything is as it seems.  

With the story she's telling, Helena should know this to be true.  You know there are instances in our lives that we wish we could forget.  Erase.  Redo.  Something.  Just get rid of or change the memory all together.  Well her autobiography is the purging of said instance.  Gosh the revelation alone would knock most off their feet.  Not Helena Ross.  No.  People might have thought her to be crazy but she acted out of love in this particular case.  No doubt about it.  

Helena's ghostwriter took it all in stride.  Her story being a lot to handle.  The writer put it all into words, beautifully.  Handed it all over on a silver platter, so to speak.  All for the world to see, read and judge.   That's what stories do, do they not?  Allow people into the hearts of an author to see themselves?  Definitely this particular story in the story was an all out tale.  

I think you'll find that though it isn't a romance you'll still see Alessandra Torre in this book.  Her writing is prolific, as usual.  It's not a romance but it's definitely her style and a fantastic read.

Don't read too many reviews but know this book needs to be experienced and should not be ruined. I adored how Helena was complex and not at all lovable. I did not see the twists the story would take.

You know when you’ve read a really great book. One that has left you drained, feeling like you can’t move on because the characters are too ingrained in your soul and every time you close your eyes or the world gets quiet, just for a minute, you hear their words in your head begging you to not move on just yet. So I sit here, still crying, wondering when I’ll be able to read again.

The Ghostwriter is one of my favorite books by Alessandra Torre. I’m a huge fan of hers but this book.. this book is special. I knew it would be different but I didn’t realize how different it would be.

You know when you start reading that there’s a secret Helena is hiding but that secret doesn’t start to unravel until you’re already hooked. Hanging on the edge of a cliff begging to be saved but at the same time just wanting to let go because you’re not sure you can read anymore. You hold your pee. You don’t drink. You don’t eat. You can’t do anything until you finish reading Helena’s story.

Then when the last page comes and you are left there looking at a screen that says “Afterword” but there’s nothing there. Every emotion. Every thought. Every feeling. Comes ten fold and you cry for Helena. You cry for yourself. You cry for others. You just cry.

That’s how you know when you’ve read a really great book. I will never forget Helena’s story. Alessandra wrote a book not about passion or romance but about heartbreak, loss and pain and what it feels like to be set free.

Really compelling read. I made the mistake of starting it about 8pm last night and read straight through until I was done. Thankfully I didn't have to get up and go to work this morning. Loved everything about Helena...she was so flawed and real. Especially loved Mark Fortune. When he showed up on her doorstep I about died. I could go on and on about this book, but can't without giving something away. This is my first Torre book but it won't be my last.

First time I read an Alessandra Torre book was in 2013 when I was looking for a fifty shades type of book. I came across Blindfolded Innocence and I was hooked to the book and of course started following Alessandra Torre. I was enchanted and moved by her writing. Fast forward and 6 books later, I was a bonafide fan. Fats forward 30 September 2017, I have read one of the best book of this century and totally my top 10 favourite books of the year. This book. Yasss. Holy Smokes, this book was a tidal wave of excellence. It was a bone chilling book with such exquisite flair. Oh my gosh, I was struck. I was drawn in. I was completely beguiled. The Ghostwriter is such an interesting mix of wonder that completely consumed my soul and thoughts. Wow. I was left speechless after I finished reading. The whole entire book bled out and just poured inside, stirring me, capturing me and stroking my heart. The Ghostwriter was definitely the best of the best. It was a book on center stage and it glowed. I fell in love.

I do not want to spoil this book at all. I am going to try to keep this review short and straight to the point because you need to go into this book blind. Trust me on this. For me, I decided to go blind. I did not read the blurb. All I knew was the title. Best decision I ever made. Because I got to read one of the best literary phenomena ever. Man, I was completely pulled in to the story. Let me tell, everything about The Ghostwriter is legit good. It was not simple story. No it was complex, pulsing. Oh, I loved it a lot. Gripping. Heart Pumping. Intriguing. Artistically enriching. The Ghostwriter told a contemporary fiction filled with a fresh and engaging story of heartbreak, emotion and the power of a writer's tale and woven work. it echoed. it vibrated. It thrilled. It got me on the edge of my seat with anticipation and suspense. I was in love with every single word that seeped out of the book. It hit me. It spread into my heart and I was left a prisoner, crippling and breathless.

Alessandra Torre is a legend. She always surprises me every time. This author is very talented. She has tackled Women's Fiction, Romantic Comedy, Psychological Suspense, Erotic Romance, Dark Romance and Sport Romance. Is there any genre that this author cannot right. She always slays it. Here, she produced a book so technicolor and multi dimensional that truly sparked. Her writing is truly a magician touch. Fluid. Alive. Soulful. Artistic. Her writing encompasses everything beautiful and it is such a treasure. Her words alone are so delicate but so much passion and fire in them that they set your heart ablaze. I am in love with Alessandra Torre's writing.

Wow. I was blown away. All I can say is go with your gut and read The Ghostwriter. It will test you. It will challenge you and it is something different that will keep you interested. Thumbs up

I wish, truly wish that I had just a speck of the talent that Alessandra Torre has so I could convey to you the excellence that is the book The Ghostwriter. But I don’t so I’ll do my best.

From the start, this book held me in its ability to pull the emotions from me and by the end they were pouring out all over. The words had my heart aching and my mind blown. Ms. Torre has given us a gift in this book.

Helena could be someone that people relate to, whether it be because of her upbringing, her rules or her relationship with her husband. Most of us have had difficult relationships in our lives and this story we have you reflecting on those relationships and their poignant memories.

Mark, not your typical swoon worthy alpha guy by any means, was the hero of this story. His steady influence into Helena’s life brought her a calm that she didn’t even know that she wanted or needed. Granted, their relationship in the past caused a push/pull between them but you know and Helena knows, that he was exactly what she needed.

All of the other characters that provide support in this story are well thought out and each have an important part to play to the narrative. And while your heart breaks for some, others will cause you extreme aggravation to hatred.

Again, I don’t have the talent to express adequately the brilliance of this story and the writing of Ms. Torre. All I can say is that this book will be at the top of so many people’s MUST READ lists and will be recommended time and time again to readers all over the world.

This review will probably be the hardest I’ve ever written so far and it’s not because I hated the book, it’s rather the opposite. I really liked "The Ghostwriter" but it’s so difficult to put my feelings and thoughts into words. Let me start by telling you this: it is possibly the most unusual book I’ve read so far. The blurb sounds simple enough: a famous romance novelist has three months to write a novel. This novel is, unlike her previous ones, not a romance, it is her confession, it is about how it changed her life forever.

I honestly don’t know how to write this review without spoiling it for you. It is a novel you have to experience on your own. Also, you possibly should go into this one completely blind – well, except for the blurb maybe, or leave that out as well. But whatever storyline you have pictured after reading the blurb, after reading the first 10 chapters, after reading the next 10, is probably far from what is going to happen. Ashley and I buddy read this one and you won’t believe how often we texted each other our theories and possible outcomes, but nothing came close.

I really enjoyed the short chapters in this book, although they made the story feel staccato at times. Regardless of that, it was the perfect way to convey the suspense. Each chapter was more mysterious than the previous and you just wanted to know what was going on!

"The Ghostwriter" is unconventional, brutal, shocking, honest, and definitely a must-read. This novel shows that Alessandra Torre can write more than Romance, NA and Erotica.

Thank you to Netgalley and Alessandra Torre for providing an ARC for review.

I'm just going to come right out and say it -- you need to buy this book! Right now.

Only 12% of the books I read make it to my "favorites" shelf on Goodreads, and The Ghostwriter by Alessandra Torre immediately made the list. This is my third novel by Alessandra and each time I read her writing I'm impressed by her storytelling and the variety in her novels. Each one is unique and not only different from her peers, but different from her own work. Not many authors can boast such a diverse collection of books.

The Ghostwriter comes with the disclaimer, "This is not a romance." Don't let this aspect deter you from reading if you are a romance aficionado, otherwise you will miss out on one of the most addicting books I have had the privilege of reading this year. Though I love this novel intensely, I will keep my review of it short to preserve the mystery within the pages for you. This is a novel you need to experience!

Helena is a successful romance writer with only three months to tell her final story. It's not another romantic story she is famous for, but instead a confession. No one knows the truth she has been hiding for four years, and with her words, all hell is about to break loose.

After being grabbed by the blurb of this story and eagerly requesting this book to read, I couldn't get my hands on it soon enough. I thought I had a clue what this story would be about, I thought I would enjoy it, but I never expected to love it as intensely as I did. I was constantly surprised by plot twist after plot twist, and my speculations about impending events were wrong nearly every time! I haven't read such an unpredictable book all year! This is an emotionally charged novel that left me with tears in my eyes at the conclusion.

Please take my word for it and purchase this novel. The suspense is sure to keep you on your toes until the very last page of this incredible story.

"If you lie enough times, no one believes your truth."

The Ghostwriter is the first book I have read from Alessandra Torre. I hesitated reading this book, because I am a romance fanatic by heart. But what really surprised me, was just how much I enjoyed this story! I was captivated right from the start, on the edge of my seat. A page-turner, that I recommend fellow romance lovers like myself to give it a try..

I’m going to say best book of 2017! You go into this book blind. Knowing that it’s not a romance. The suspense of wanting to find out Helena’s story keeps you absolutely glued to the pages. Just read this and tell everyone else to read it. People will be talking about this book for awhile! 10 stars for Alessandra Torre!

Reviewed on behalf of The Book Boyfriend Addict (www.bookboyfriendaddict.com). A complimentary copy was provided in exchange for an honest review.

'Three months to write a story that deserves years.
Is it even possible?'

Best-selling romance author, reclusive, quirky Helena Ross has three months left, three months to write the most important story of her career. This story is unlike any other she’s ever written, this isn’t a love story, there is no happily ever after, this story is the truth and her way of expelling the secrets she’s harbored for the past four years. The world may hate it or hate her when it’s all said and done, but she needs to get this story out. She can’t afford to waste any time and can’t afford any errors in a story this important leading her to seek out a ghostwriter and so begins a gripping and haunting unraveling of the chain of events that led to that fateful day four years earlier, the day that left Helena forever altered.

Wow, this was an amazing book! It was so subtle in its buildup, always keeping you guessing, and then the truth is dropped on you like a bomb and makes it impossible to put down until the end! It’s also a tough book to review because nothing I say will do it justice and I don’t want to give anything away. It’s a story that you need to experience for yourself. The writing was top notch and the story was engrossing and poignant. Helena was a hard person to like, even in her current state, she had countless quirks which made her hard to deal with. But I think that by the end you will really feel for her. Unraveling the past and understanding her motivations surrounding that day was an intricate puzzle that I couldn’t wait to solve. And beyond trying to figure that out, I also enjoyed seeing how the task of writing this story enhanced her final months, whether she realized it at the time or not. The story really took me by surprise time and again, I had many theories running through my mind, but I never guessed what actually happened. This isn’t a quick and easy read, it’s slow and steady to build but the payoff is well worth it. I was left speechless and with tears in my eyes by the end. This is definitely a story that will stick with you long after you’ve finished the final pages!

'Soon … my final story will come out, and everyone will know the truth.'

"If you lie enough times, no one believes your truth."
This story took a year in writing , I believe. Alessandra has worded grief and misery in its dismal glory . The words are saturated with power to gouge out your heart with a blunt spoon. I've never in my life read a book like this before. I just finished the book, my face hiding in my palms , sobbing my heart out. :`( .
The story is pretty simplistic in detail ...on the surface at least. Helena Ross is a figment of Alessandra 's imagination , I have my doubts though. This character is totally fictional, she says, but bits and pieces could be any author.....every author!!!!
Not only is Helena battling life on a physical front but mentally and emotionally too life is driving stakes in her fragile body. She can't take it anymore and decides to write a last book documenting her ultimate truth. Its hidden under layers of lies and a devastating secret.

"I, understand secrets. I understand how one person, one whisper of truth, can crumble empires, destroy lives, reveal monsters.""That is how life is, it gives us burdens to carry and doesn't give a damn about the weight. We shoulder it or we break."

There's different facet too, to the main storyline. Compassion & comradeship.
In this indie world or book community as we call it, hundreds of indie authors vying for readers attention everyday. How many authors support each other , applaud their peers' works, how many readers sugar coat their reviews or unsheath their sharp claws dipped in prejudice venom.
The underlying and bold fact that i took away from this brilliant story - Authors are human beings too. They have parallel lives beyond deadlines, peer pressures, favourable reviews, Bestseller lists and breaking sales records

"They. The gods in their world, the eyes on which the axis rotated. The readers. The critics. What would they think? Was his reading of the content skewed by his relationship with her? Would they vilify or martyr her?"

They bear enormous burdens of guilt , from giving you time they steal from their families, giving you pieces of their hearts they poured on sheets for you to chew them or savour them. So next time we see a book which doesn't match up to our snobbish standards, take a minute to recognise their sacrifices and toil that goes behind the scenes in producing a book.
I remember one time on Halloween , my fave author was busy doing takeovers and promotions while her family carved out pumpkins. She missed that time with her family and gave it to us readers.
I remember one time , an author had a death in her family and while mourning , she also had the book deadline in the back of her mind.
I remember several authors going through bitter divorces, custody battles, still have to step up to the plate in author duties.
Makes me feel very shallow and petty as a reader now.😖

I cannot sum up the brutal honesty of the story in my limited vocab. You need to read this story. Whether you're a writer, reader or a critic blogger. You do see the world of authors upfront but also see humans behind it . That's the painful beauty of the book. It humanises Gods and Monsters...whichever way we percieve those we follow.

“It’s difficult to read, it’s so vivid. It’s painful. I can’t imagine going through that. Discovering that. Reacting to it. It’s heartbreaking.”

Bear in mind, I'm crying right now. Fat tears , heartbreaking tears , still havent gotten over it.
The story has a twist , or two. One that though surprising , still gives you a feeling of Deja vu. One totally a left handed slap ! . The flow is very steady and you get a ringside seat in the drama behind writing of a Novel. Once you start, you won't be able to put it down. There's a metronome in background ticking away. You do wanna rush to the end , but you also wanna slow down to not finish it . you wanna cry and curse and weep and mourn at the same time.

I wanna point out something here that'll highlight the fantastic writing ability of Torre. She concisely sums up Kate's past in just 4 lines. Just 4 , and you can clearly see where she's coming from !!
I loved all the characters in the story. They're co-dependant and supportive pillars of each other. Empathy and sympathy run deep, kindness and compassion sneaking out from unexpected quarters.
It's diabolical that expected relations stab and defraud her , while adversaries reward and support her.
I need to stress- as a reader, as an author, as a critic, EVERYONE should read this book. Very brutal in its honesty and very truthful .
Insightful🌟Resonating🌟Eye opening 🌟
6 Shattered Myths Stars

This is a book that every person needs to read, full of gut wrenching emotion and heartfelt words. This was a book of romance, from a young women that learns the importance of revealing truth, and a women that learns that truth can be the most devastating thing of all. This book will leave the reader sitting in absolutely stunned disbelief waiting for the next surprise, not believing anything that was read. This was such an emotional masterpiece, using the work book is just to simplistic. I am in absolute awe of Allessandra Torre's writing, and I thank her and NetGalley for allowing me to read this ARC and write a honest review.

Whoah! Shock horror! Yet why am I surprised? We're talking Alexander Torre here, she's the Queen of the unexpected, I know this, and yet, I still didn't see the writing on the wall! It did however take me a good 25% to get truly into the story, I couldn't warm up to Helena at all, however, as the story progressed I began to appreciate, and at times understand Helena. Once Marka Vantley, Helena’s arch nemesis appeared the story really began to hook me in. I loved the plot (so much), eventually my heart went out to Helena and I cried so many tears during the final chapters. There’s not a lot I can really say about the story without any spoilers, the synopsis pretty much says it all. The only thing left to say is that I was blown away, the story was brilliant, the writing was spot on with wonderful characters and dialogue, along with unexpected twists that throw you for a loop and keep you on your toes. So much emotion and heartache throughout. I loved it. I was provided with an advanced copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I don't often read non-romance much these days, but when the opportunity came up on Netgalley to read this, I decided to give it a go. Both the blurb and the fact that it was written by Alessandra Torre pulled me in.

The story follows a very famous romance author, who is emotionally closed off and comes across to the reader as very cold, harsh, and a workaholic. As we continue to get to know her, however, we discover so many things that happened in her life since the day she met her husband that led her to this point, and I found myself empathising with her so much.

I won't go more into the plot, because the very suspenseful nature of this book is what kept me glued to the pages. It was a fantastically written novel, a very raw story about a woman who often felt unloved and appreciated, and sometimes projected these feelings onto the person she loved most in the world.

It was sad, and emotional, but left me feeling that sometimes I shouldn't feel guilty that I don't often feel like mother of the year! I ended up feeling a kinship with this character, and as for the twist! Was not expecting that, but wow it was good.

This is not a romance book- Just want everyone to be clear when they go to read this that they are looking for hearts, flowers and love. Well there was love, there was hearts and flowers, but it didn't last.

I am in complete awe of Alessandra Torre- Ghostwriter is emotional, suspenseful, beautiful in all the darkness that happens, and completely unexpected. Helena is a romance writer, has done very well in her time as an author, yet she has deep sadness to her own life. Her story is very poignant to the point that I cried for her words as she tried to tell her story before the end.

I can't wait for you all to read this book. More to come on release day on my YouTube Channel A Day With Ethel.

Wow!!!! 3 little letters and that's how I'm feeling as I've just finished this book. It's not adequate but that's all I can muster. It completely consumed me and I couldn't read it fast enough. I was not prepared for the heartache and the deep emotions of this book. But it was so well written and I believe I will be in a book funk for a couple days after this one. I can't tell you about this story because it would be an injustice to you, reader, to know more about it going into it. However, I will tell you this isn't a romance. This is a deep, sad, powerful story and one that will take your breath away. This book is for ANYONE and I believe Alessandra Torre will find new readers across various genres who will fall in love with her words and her fantastic storytelling.
This book moved me and I am thankful to have read it. I'm a huge fan of Alessandra's books and I follow her on social media where I saw snippets of her life while writing this book. I am blown away by it and can't recommend it enough but be prepared to be consumed by this book and the twists and turns it takes. Fantastic read!

WOW! Like I series just finished this amazing book and I am speechless, which is comical because I am attempting to write a review for it! The reason I am trying to write my review now is while everything is still fresh I want to make sure that my review contains nothing of the story….weird right but here is why. Alessandra wrote an amazing thriller in The Ghostwriter and I want all our followers to go into this book blind. Let all the twists ( and wow are there twists) make you say “OMG I didn’t see that coming”
Now with this hash style review know that…… The Ghostwriter is seriously hands down one of my favorite books of all times. If I could give it a million stars I would. This book was epic! Like rip your heart out epic! I was actually breathless a few times in this book!

"Maybe she doesn't have anyone else to be irritable with. Maybe, she doesn't have anyone at all."

That line right there, that one line, stuck with me throughout this whole book.

This story is pretty different from some of Alessandra's other writing. However, if you liked the Girl in 6E (my fav series) then you will have no troubles here.

There is no romance. It's not about the love of a man and a woman. It's about a woman, Helena, and what broke her. She is broken. Sick and broken. At first, I didn't know what to think, much like everyone else in the book. Why is she like that? I didn't love her. But she grew on me the more we got to know her. And then- at the end, it all clicks. That poor, poor woman.

By the end, I felt exhausted emotionally much like Helena. I understood her and ultimately, I liked her and if I were in her shoes, I would have done the same thing to protect my child.

Sure, wrong turns were taken. Mistakes were made. Accidents happen. But such is life.

I loved this book and every element of it's real, raw, emotional beauty.