It all started with the gynaecologist. The one who told Petal about the book he was reading that has a character with Petal’s full name - Petal Woznewski. It’s not exactly a common name. The books dedication: “I know what you did, Petal Woznewski. And now everyone else will too.” She knows the past and the secrets she’s been running from for so long have finally caught up with her. Who is doing this? What do they want? Could she be in danger?

I really enjoyed this! It caught my attention from the beginning. There was a lot of subtle humour in this and I loved it. That was definitely a highlight for me. As for the storyline, I loved that too. Especially later on as the suspense and sense of danger increases but the entire plot is so clever and engaging. I also really liked the book within a book aspect. Overall, I enjoyed this a lot and finished reading it in less than a day because it was a real page turner!

(4.5 stars rounded up to 5)

This thriller was incredibly fun and was able to pull the wool over my eyes a few times.

I never thought I would like a book where the main character doesn't read and loves Michael Bay movies, but here we are.

I didn't feel too much for any of the characters but I stayed glued to the pages to find out the mystery at the end.

Thank you to the publishers and netgalley for the e-arc.

The premise of this book intrigued me from the start and I can honestly say that this book did not disappoint. The writing is fantastic, the plot is engaging, and there were enough red herrings that the twists were actually quite surprising— even for an experienced thriller reader! While the plot became a little repetitive at times, and the ending wrapped up a little too neatly (in my opinion), I would definitely recommend giving this book a read.

3.8 rounded down to four stars!

It's been a few months since I've picked up a book that compelled me to keep reading to the point of finishing it in a day. This was that book that broke the drought.

Petal (Petta) starts out in the first few pages as slightly over the top - one of those people who you grit your teeth dealing with. But as the story unfolds, all is forgiven since she's got a very good reason to keep people at arm's length and to be as, well, neurotic, as she is.

This was extremely well written, a great thriller, lacking a lot of eye rolling overly obvious clues that I have seen in the past with books of this genre. Highly recommended, even if thrillers aren't your normal genre preference.

And we know what happened after all! I was thinking about horror thriller while I was reading this short book.

The writing is medium paced. I mention this as it helps a lot when it comes to reading thrillers. So you can expect this and take your time.

The book talks about a new bestselling thriller book in which the story is about a death that happened years ago and it happens to target a particular woman whose real name is being mentioned in the story. Hell breaks lose for her and she has to find out about the mysterious author, get answers and do her best the darkest secret that was kept hidden all this time.
Things turn out not as expected and we have to know what really happened!

I would say the plot, the writing, the character development and the pace all match making it a fun thrilling read. The twist is maintained until it is most required to let known and I absolutely appreciate this.

The book is coming out on 18th July next year!
You will enjoy it.

Thank you, Crooked Lane Books, for the advance reading copy.

This book was sent to me electronically by Netgalley for review. Intrigue and mystery…suspense…family and friends…love and romance…trying to discern the ending is difficult…too many red herrings…the characters come alive on the pages. Enjoy