A Fatal Affair is an interesting twist of a tale, if it is true that genetically it is impossible to tell identical twins apart (I slept through that class in High School Biology - you are probably thinking "What part of identical does she not understand?"). I mean from after birth there must be at the very least other means to do so if not genetically...oh, yeah, that's maybe how they solved the case.

Famous Hollywood childhood stars grow up to be famous Hollywood grown-up stars. One is successful and the other is now a washed-up bad boy. One turns up dead and the rush is on for the detectives to solve the murder, and a few others along the way, before the dog and pony media show commences.

There is a creepy underlying connection between the murders, and perhaps some (maybe all) of the victims deserved their fate. There is definitely a creepy connection between the twins and the motivation behind the murders - the latter of which I would never have guessed.

The police procedural aspects of the investigation were interesting for this layman. Aside from the police and the innocent kidnap victim, none of the other characters were particularly likeable.

Thank you NetGalley and Thomas and Mercer for a copy for my review. I loved it and I love Torre (most of the time) and read anything by this author that comes my way!

A Fattal Affair" by A. R. Torre is a gripping tale set in the glitzy world of Hollywood, where secrets, lies, and murder lurk behind the glamour. Actress Nora Kemp finds herself entangled in a dangerous web of love and betrayal between two brothers, Hugh and Trent Iverson. When Trent and another woman are found dead on the Iversons' property, suspicions arise, and an investigation uncovers dark truths hidden beneath the surface. As two LA detectives delve deeper into the mystery, they navigate through a maze of deception and danger, unraveling the tangled threads of the case. Torre skillfully crafts a suspenseful narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, blending elements of romance, mystery, and intrigue. "A Fattal Affair" is a riveting read that explores the sinister underbelly of fame and fortune in the City of Angels, where the line between truth and illusion is dangerously thin

I love a good mystery especially if celebrities are involved, but this was not it for. I enjoyed the short chapters, but too many povs which made it hard to truly understand the characters and plot. Also as readers have mentioned there are twist like any good mystery, but couple of the are right in your face, so that’s disappointing.

*Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this arc in exchange for my honest review*

Perfect light suspenseful book - great read!

This book started off so strong for me & then mostly flopped. I rounded up because it held my attention until the end.

Thank you Net Galley & to the publisher for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

A Hollywood heartthrob is found dead inside his identical twin brother’s guesthouse with an unknown female that has been stabbed to death. Investigators think it was a murder suicide, but the evidence points to something more sinister.

I love that the storyline kept us guessing until the very end with a movie star backstory and juicy plot twists. The multiple POV’s and short chapters had me flying through this book, and just when I thought I had it all figured out, a new piece of evidence and a bombshell was revealed. (Okay, I kind of guessed the ending) but I also feel like there were a few loose ends in the investigation that left me with lots of questions.

This was my first book by A.R. Torre, but won’t be my last! I can’t wait to read her newest one, The Last Party.

I've officially read enough A.R. Torre books to say I am a hugeee fan! I loved this mystery. Kept me on my toes and I couldn't put it down. 5 stars!!

I would like to thank NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer for providing me with an advance e-galley of this book in exchange for an honest review. Look for it now in your local and online bookstores and libraries.

Nora is involved with a set of twins - Hugh, the mega movie star and her fiancé, and Trent, the bad boy. When Trent is found dead with an unknown woman on Nora and Hugh's property, the fiancé's are thrown even further into the spotlight. A group of LA detectives are assigned to the case. They soon realize that they are dealing with a serial killer. Dealing with highly skilled actors makes it ever more challenging to determine who is telling the truth...

There are many different POVs. This makes things a little challenging to keep track of, but also leads to a bit of a messy book. I preferred certain POVs over others. And some just simply were not flushed out enough. However, I did like the short chapters. Each chapter ended on a bit of a cliffhanger, so I couldn't wait until I reached that POV again.

I am a big fan of A.R. Torre's books, but this is not her best. The twists were not very surprising. Overall, this book is chaotic and superficial. I will continue to read Torre's books, as this seems to be just a one off.

Thank you Thomas & Mercer and NetGalley for the copy in exchange for an honest review.

This book just wasn’t for me. I felt like the pacing was a little too slow and I never found myself eager to pick the book back up. It wasn’t the writing that I didn’t care for but the development of the story.

Quick and fun. More mystery than thriller, but enjoyable never the less. Thanks NetGalley for the ARC!!

Womp womp. I typically LOVE her books yet but this felt so popcorn generic thriller to me. It was fine...it wasn't bad, but it wasn't special. Definitely not her best work and I would skip and read literally any of her other books for a more satisfying unique read!

I think I’m just not a fan of A.R. Torre! I was excited to read this one but unfortunately, I just did not find it enjoyable whatsoever. However, I’m grateful for the opportunity! Many thanks to the publisher :)

Stars. Lovers. Liars. Killers. This is Hollywood, and everyone has a part to play.

This one was super twisted...and super fun. This one has it all: celebrities, twins, secret groups, disappearing women, whispers of a serial killer. I'm not going to lie. Everything I've ever read by A.R. Torre has been a wild ride and I can't wait for more.

I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

This was a captivating, sexy thriller! I loved The Good Lie by this author, and this was no exception either. Rich people? Lies? Adultery? Yes, these are all tropes we read about all the time, especially in thrillers. But this did work for me! I loved it. The twists were well done, and they did not seem too "out there".

I was completely immersed in this Hollywood thriller!

A murder has been committed at the mansion of Hugh Iverson, the most famous actor who is engaged to the most beautiful actress, Nora Kemp.

A woman has been murdered on Hugh's property and the culprit of the murder-suicide seems to be none other than Hugh's twin brother, Trent, Hollywood's known bad boy.

Many questions pile up. Who is the woman? Why was the woman there? Why did Trent kill her? What was the woman hiding?

The story is told from several points of view, including The Husband, one of the detectives investigating the case, the Mom (murdered woman), the Kid (child of the deceased woman), Nora (The Leading Lady), the Accomplice, and the Leading Man.

I remember when this book came out some of my book friends didn't love it. Maybe because I went in with low expectations, I found myself enjoying this book so much. I couldn't put it away!

In regards to the characters, I liked the Detective the most. I wish I could see her in another story, I really like her.

Overall, yes, It was easy to guess the outcome and the murder but the ride was a good one.

Alessandra's work is always a hit with this reviewer.

Cliffhanger: No

4/5 Fangs

A complimentary copy was provided by Thomas & Mercer via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Hugh and Nora have it all. Wealth and fame - Hollywood’s favorite couple. Hugh has a twin brother Trent, who has just been discovered dead on the property along with a woman no one can identify. What exactly happened here in the star-studded Hollywood Hills? But equally important, will this effect Hugh and Nora’s star status?
This is a complex, and riveting thriller created by the dark side of Alessandra Torre.
The twists are crazy, and the MC's are excellent at their jobs, making it difficult to determine who is lying or telling the truth! If you are looking for a fun thriller - definitely check this out!

Thank you to NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer

Thank you Netgalley for this ARC of A Fatal Affair by A.R. Torre.

Oooh, I did not see any of this coming! It starts off with a bang, the twin brother of a Brad Pitt level celebrity dead next to an unknown woman who is also dead. What on earth brought this on? Drugs, an affair? And who was the other woman?

This is full of all sorts of twists and turns, and a whole other family with a mother and son that completely disappear after leaving for their Make a Wish trip to Disneyland. How it all comes together will blow your mind. A perfect read for a holiday trip.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advanced copy of A Fatal Affair by A.R. Torre.

This book was more mystery than thriller however I enjoyed every moment of it. This book is fast paced and will grab you from the first page. The big twist and reveal was well worth every page turned. Loved this one. Thank you Netgalley and Thomas and Mercer for the ARC in exchange for my review.