The Fury
By Alex Michaelides
This was my first read by this author and I read it through NetGalley and listened to the audio through Macmillan Audio. The narration was okay for me, the book wasn’t bad, I just couldn’t stay focused. I thought it was a little boring. I had high hopes for this book. I saw it a lot on book too and people hyped this book up so much. For me, it didn’t really deliver. It was just okay. The narrator gives a lot of details on the characters and the setting. It’s basically has to do with a murder that took place. I have this book a 3 stars.

I thought this was really well written and I look forward to reading more from this author in the future. I think it will find readers at our library, so we will definitely be purchasing for the collection.

This book was not for me. After reading his first two books, I found this book disappointing. It was boring and slow paced. I found the characters to be unlikeable and I didn't care what happened to any of them. Thank you to NetGalley and publisher for a chance to read this book and submit my feedback.

Eh. I wasn't a huge fan of Michaelide's first novel, and didn't love the sheer amount of psychoanalysis in this one. Reading this felt like an overzealous Comp 101 student doing a psychoanalytic analysis of a closed-door mystery. The setting, a remote Greek island, was absolutely the best part of the novel. The twist was twisty, though completely unbelievable. There's a lot of much better thrillers out there.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

I really enjoyed this authors first book The Silent Patient. I feel a bit disappointed by The Maidens and now The Fury. The ways some of the characters are written comes across as single dimension and also requires you to suspend disbelief. The plot felt rushed and a little stale.

The Fury was a fun locked room mystery full of characters that were insufferable but I couldn't look away. Much like reality TV, sometimes we just crave that kind of trashy voyeurism. The unreliable narrator always makes for a fun story.

"The Fury" by Alex Michaelides is a riveting psychological thriller that plunges readers into a world of dark secrets, twisted desires, and the haunting power of the mind. Following the massive success of his debut novel, "The Silent Patient," Michaelides proves once again that he is a master of the genre with this chilling and intricately plotted tale.

The novel centers around Mariana Andros, a forensic psychologist haunted by her own traumatic past, who is drawn into a high-profile case involving a young woman named Susie. Susie appears to have brutally murdered her husband in a fit of rage, but as Mariana delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a web of lies, manipulation, and hidden motives that challenge everything she thought she knew.

One of the standout features of "The Fury" is Michaelides' skillful characterization. Mariana is a deeply flawed yet compelling protagonist, grappling with her own demons as she races to uncover the truth behind Susie's actions. Susie herself is a complex and enigmatic figure, her motivations and intentions kept tantalizingly ambiguous until the novel's shocking conclusion. Michaelides deftly explores themes of trauma, guilt, and the nature of memory, crafting characters who feel both authentic and utterly compelling.

The novel is also notable for its expertly crafted suspense and atmosphere of creeping dread. Michaelides builds tension with precision, layering clues and red herrings in a way that keeps readers guessing until the final, jaw-dropping twist. The pacing is relentless, with each chapter ending on a cliffhanger that compels readers to keep turning the pages late into the night.

In addition to its gripping plot, "The Fury" delves into deeper philosophical questions about the nature of identity, morality, and the power of the subconscious mind. Michaelides explores the ways in which trauma can shape our perceptions of reality, and the lengths to which we will go to protect ourselves from facing uncomfortable truths.

Overall, "The Fury" is a masterfully crafted thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. With its compelling characters, twisty plot, and thought-provoking themes, this novel solidifies Alex Michaelides' reputation as one of the most exciting voices in contemporary suspense fiction. Fans of psychological thrillers won't want to miss this haunting and unforgettable tale.

The Fury is Alex Michaelides' third book, and it has confirmed my decision to not read more of his books. I was torn after The Silent Patient and The Maidens, but wanted to keep giving him a chance to impress me or for me to see what everyone else loved about his books, but I couldn't get into this one at all.

My biggest issue was the unreliable narrator. Usually I love an unreliable narrator, but this one felt off to me. I never connected to the narrator at all, but felt like I was supposed to in order to enjoy the book, so it left me feeling strange. There are times Elliott seems to know things he shouldn't, so it made the story not as believable as it could've been. That took me out of it and made it hard to focus because I just didn't care or believe what was going on.

The pacing was just as bad as the narration. The first half drags on and on so slowly and I got bored incredibly quickly, but then when things actually started happening I felt like I was getting whiplash every second. The twists weren't exciting or realistic and I just didn't care about anything that happened to the characters.

Unfortunately, this book was the nail in the coffin for me. I wouldn't recommend this book, and I won't be reading more of his books.

This was my first Alex Michaelides read but I know many friends who loved The Silent Patient so I was excited that the publisher approved my request to read The Fury. I was unfortunately very disappointed in this read. I'm exhausted with this recent trend in fiction of filling the story with unlikeable characters. This book was slow to get to the plot and I stalled in the middle during the extremely long section of exposition and backstory. I made very little progress in this book over a month long period and realized when I looked back on the date I started reading that I was struggling to get through the book because I just plain wasn't enjoying it. I had to make a decision on whether to continue reading or quit at that point, and decided I needed to finish it. The bait and switch near the end was interesting but it took too long to get there and by that point, I hated all of the characters. There's obviously an audience for this kind of book, since it has become so prevalent, but it isn't me. I still plan to read the author's other two books based on their reviews.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publsiher for allowing me to ready a free copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review. Anything by Alex Michaelides is an automatic read for me, so I was ecstatic when I was approved to read this. As usual, he writes an amazing thriller with a fleshed out storyline and character. I thought I knew the twist and totally got it wrong, I just love how unpredictable and interesting his novels are! Highly recommend this novel to anyone who loves his other stories and is looking for another fun thriller.

I enjoyed this one but not as much as his other one. It was great as far as thrilling but lacked a little something more. It did keep me very interested and I will read more from him in the future!

"The Fury" by Alex Michaelides promises a tantalizing blend of murder mystery and love story set against the backdrop of a secluded Greek island. The narrative, told from the perspective of Elliot Chase, offers a unique and captivating twist on the classic whodunit. As a reclusive ex-movie star, Lana Farrar sets the stage for intrigue and suspense as she gathers her closest friends for Easter on her private island. Michaelides expertly crafts a tale filled with tension, betrayal, and hidden motives as old friendships unravel and secrets come to light. With its atmospheric setting and intricate plot, "The Fury" is sure to keep readers guessing until the very end. As Elliot Chase guides readers through the twists and turns of the story, they will be drawn into a gripping tale of deception, passion, and ultimately, redemption.

I was a huge fan of The Silent Patient, so I was excited to read the newest novel by the author. It was a bit slow, however I enjoyed Elliot. There was a lot of chapters that left me wanting more. The pace was too slow for me and then at the end everything falls in to place too fast.

I should have known anyone with her as a therapist would be messed up.

A who done it, Knives out tale but make it on a Greek island.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an advance readers copy in exchange for my review.

I was so excited to receive this arc, especially after reading The Silent Patient which I loved. The premise seemed very interesting but it took me a very long time to really get into the story. The buildup was as just too long to get to the actual mystery which did not keep me interested long enough to care how the story ended.

This was my least favorite book by this author. I felt like it was slow moving despite it being a shorter book & while twisty, he’s capable of so much more.
Thank you Net Galley & to the publisher for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Elliott is the highly unreliable narrator and best friend of Lana, a former movie star. His relationship to her can only be described as worship. A trip to the Greek isles goes horribly wrong with an untimely death and much confusion, but the plot spins out of control, especially for our narrator. Wonderfully plotted with callbacks to the authors previous books, this is not to be missed.

It was alright. Nothing spectacular and I still find The Silent Patient to be the author's best outing yet.

The Fury is an interesting thriller because it's written as if the reader and writer are having a casual conversation. I loved the silent patient so was sure i would feel the same about this, but it wasn't my favorite. Thank you netgalley and the publlsher for the arc in exchange for a review.

I could not get into this book at all. I ended up getting a physical copy from BOTM and I gave it away.