Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for granting me a copy of The Scream Behind Her Smile.

I really enjoyed this book! It was nice to read about a strong female character like Claire. She was determined to turn her life around and she did so with no self pity. I enjoyed how this book kept me thinking about who did what and how it was going to turn out. This was my first book by Athena Daniels and I will be checking out more of her books to read.

Claire is a fashion designer. She is married to Derek for 8 years, having lost their daughter, Katie, when she was 3. A friend of Derek's - Jasmine (Jazzy) has had a breakup with her significant other and has come to stay with Claire and Derek. (totally Derek's idea). The two get a little too chummy. Meanwhile, at a friend's engagement party Claire meets Zach. She is completely besotted with him.

Finding out that Zach's store is only a few doors down from her own store, Claire befriends him by bringing a coat she had made for a friend of Zach's. He takes Claire to a place where he spends his off time from working as a well-known artist. They become friends.

Will Jasmine finally leave Claire & Derek's house after 3 weeks?
And what is the story behind the handsome, dark and mysterious, Zach?

This story really surprised me! I truly loved it! The characters were well played out and the plot was nicely done. I hope to read more by this author soon!

5 stars all the way!!!!!

Many thanks to Athena Daniels, the Publisher and NetGalley for a wonderful read!