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Another really enjoyable read by this author. It was full of twists and turns and I genuinely didn’t know who to believe or trust. Her books never disappoint.

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This was a great read. Once the story picked up it was pretty fast paced and the plot was well told. I did not love the main character however and i found with many of the first few "happenings" in the story she seemed to be making a mountain out of a molehill. Obviously as the story progressed and things picked up speed it made sense but i just didnt find the original reactions and ultimatums to be plausible. However the ending of this book and the plot twists made up for the slightly annoying start and make this book well worth the read.

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This book hooked me from the prologue! I had to keep reading because each chapter made me want to know more about the characters and see how the pieces would come together. I’ve never read anything by K. L. Slater before, but after reading this fast, fun read that kept me guessing I’m definitely a new fan!

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Thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I seem to be in the absolute minority here, but I did not enjoy this book. Way too much plodding through overly detailed storytelling that added nothing to the forward movement of the story, no tension or thriller elements to speak of, and some extremely strange and not at all credible plot twists. I finished it because I have an outsized sense of responsibility toward commitments I've entered into, but I was greatly relieved when I reached the end.

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Another fab book by KL Slater, this one was an amazing thriller, I wasn't sure at all how the story was going to unfold, it had me gripped throughout.

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Who can you trust? Who do you believe? Family? Friends? Or your own heart?

When single mother Darcy meets the almost too good to be true Dr. George, she feels like her life is finally settling into perfect. He has a young daughter, she has two sons. He endured the death of his wife and infant daughter, Darcy was betrayed by her husband Josh’s long term infidelity. She discovered that relationship after his death and went through a breakdown as she grappled with betrayal and widowhood. Now she is trying to distance herself from her controlling in-laws. The in-laws, Leonard, Brenda and daughter Sheila are secretly making plans to gain control of Darcy’s sons. They have also stayed in a relationship with Daniela Frost, Josh’s other woman. Darcy is also trying to understand the hostility she feels from George’s housekeeper Maria and the mysterious Opal Vardy.

This was a 5 star book for me until the conclusion. While I tried very hard to understand what was happening, I thought the action, involving every character, was way over the top and not believable. So 4 stars and I look forward to reading more from K. L. Slater!

Thanks to NetGalley, Bookouture and K. L. Slater for this ARC.

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Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced copy of Single for an honest review.

Another brilliant page-turner by K.L. Slater. This book had me on the edge of my seat the entire time. I honestly did not know what was going to happen at any point - now that’s a great physiological thriller!

I definitely recommend this book!

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K.L. Slater is a master of the psychological thriller Her latest, Single, is no exception. You are enthralled from the beginning and as the layers and lies unfold, you are hauled along a twisted journey culminating in an explosive finish. Full of twists and turns, Single is a compulsive read!

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It's my first time reading anything by this author. Darcy is struggling to cope with losing Joel and raising their two sons when she meets George. It's a story full of twists where the main character's all have secrets and their version of reality seems plausible enough until the end where Darcy’s and George’s versions are revealed for the real truth. I found it hard to leave down the book and will be going back to read more by the author.

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I enjoyed this book immensely, there were alot of suspects in this twisty psychological thriller. While I enjoyed the twist at the end, I think the reasoning for explaining this particular twist was glossed over a little too quickly, nevertheless it was a fun, fast-paced read.

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This was not a book that I enjoyed. The storyline was too unbelievable, the characters shallow and unlikeable. Hopefully her next book will be better.

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I have loved each and every book by K.L. Slater. This one is NO different. I truly found myself sympathizing with Darcy and agreeing with her views every step of the way. The other main character, George, was well written and fills the plot wonderfully! This is a book that I could hardly put down. One of my favorites!

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Darcy has struggled with her mental health since the death of her husband. When she has a break down, her in-laws gain custody of Darcys 2 sons, Harrison and Kane. Once Darcy is better, the boys go back home and all is well until Darcy meets George when he saves Kane’s life.
George seems to have as many skeletons in his closet as Darcy does!
Why does Darcy start feeling like she is being watched? Who can she trust? There are so many lies being told.
This is a great story that had me on the edge of my seat, there are so many twists and turns throughout the book.
KL Slater has done it again!
Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for my e-copy in exchange for an honest review.

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I just finished reading Single and my jaw is on the floor. What a twisty novel full of surprises at almost every turn. I wondered how the author was going to tie it all together. But never fear all will be explained. A fast enjoyable thriller to hold your interest.

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So excited to read another excellent thriller. I love settling down with a new story that I know will be great. Slater has become one of my go-to authors and always delivers the best psychological thrillers. Told from the point of view of Darcy this is full of twists and turns. Loved it!

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I really enjoy the writing of KL Slater and always struggle to put them down once started. This one was no different and I was hooked from page 1.
The books main character is single mother Darcy and her life suddenly crashes when her son falls from a rope bridge at a local playground. Her sons limp lifeless body lies on the floor with Darcy feeling helpless only to be saved by George a local off duty doctor.

George is also a single parent and Darcy feels instantly indebted to him and she starts to make moves on him. Before long they are dining out and spending a lot of time together and it is not long before George asks Darcy and her two boys to move in with him and his young daughter. On moving in things are far from perfect and strange things occur that unsettle Darcy. George blames a previous obsessed girlfriend named Opal but Darcy starts to wonder if she has made a mistake moving in.
The book is a good read and is certainly full of action but my only issue was some of the situations did appear a little far fetched but it is a novel after all.

I would like to thank both Net Galley and Bookouture for supplying a copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.

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Thank you Bookouture and Net Galley for an early copy of Single. I’m not sure why this book was named with this title, doesn’t make any sense to me. The story was good, kept me gripped. Trying to figure out who was really who made me like the book even more. A very good read.

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Single by K.L. Slater is a psychological thriller that WILL keep you up all night. With this cast of characters (many of them surprisingly well developed!) and the constant unpredictable revelations, it definitely is one of those just-one-more-chapter novels!

There are a few twists that you do see coming, but boy, there are quite a few that you just don’t!

The writing is easy to follow even though the plot is quite intricate and while some of the chapters seem out of place, at the end it all comes together in a nicely wrapped package.

I have been a fan of Ms. Slater for awhile now, having read many of her books, and this one is just fantastic. If you love her, you’ll love this one. And if you’ve never read her – well, what are you waiting for?!

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Tense chilling well written everything you want in a edge of your seat thriller.K.L Slater never fails I devour each of her books staying up way to late to finish.#netgalley#bookouture

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Darcy is grieving the death of her husband and caring for their sons after a breakdown has been really hard. Thank god his family have helped her. When she meets the charismatic doctor, George, and his daughter, Romy, can Darcy look towards a bright future.
This was such a gripping read and one of KL Slater’s best books I think! Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for this arc in exchange for my honest review.

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