Hello, Juliet completely threw me for a loop. I didn't know who to trust or believe, but I did know one thing. I felt really bad for Ivy. She was like the underdog in Hollywood, and I wanted nothing but to see her shine. Hello, Juliet follows the cast of a former popular teen high school drama and is told in dual timelines. I was hooked into the petty drama of the past and the whodunnit murder of the present. Samantha Bailey's writing is absolutely addictive. The best part is that I had zero clue about anyone’s motives for anything. This one kept me guessing until the very end. Whew! What a thrill ride this one was.

Rating: 5/5 Stars
Pub Date: 4/29
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This book was absolutely fantastic and I ate up every second of this one.
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I have been super into these “stars comeback” books and this was just so different and intense that once I started I couldn’t stop.
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Hello, Juliet is told in a dual timeline during the present and the most recent suspicious death and then in the past during the time of the show Hello, Juliet. I loved both timelines, I found myself completely captivated and unable to pull my eyes from the screen/ears from the narration. The characters are all fantastic. I love how during the entire book I suspected everyone at different times.
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This is a fast paced book right from the start. I flew through this in a night and stayed up way past my bedtime. The ending was incredible and everything I needed for the story.
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I listened to this while reading my eARC. It was narrated by Kira Fixx and I think she was fantastic. This was such an addicting story!
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Overall, huge win for me. I think that all my thriller lovers will love it! Be sure to check it out! Huge thank you to NetGalley, Samantha M. Bailey, Brilliance Publishing and Thomas&Mercer for the ALC and eARC in exchange for my honest review.

𝗠𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 4½✨⭐️
HELLO, JULIET
🤍𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗿𝗲: thriller
📖 303 pages
𝗘𝗺𝗼𝗷𝗶𝘀: 🎬🌴😱🚔💕🤫⛓️‍💥🔍✉️💊🤯👀
𝗣𝘂𝗯 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: 4/29/2025

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲:
◽️ Hollywood drama
◽️ twisty, popcorn thrillers
◽️ forbidden romance
◽️single POV/dual timeline

💜𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲💜

Thank you @samanthabailey @thomasmercer for the #gifted copy!
@thrillerloversthepulse is raving about this for good reason!

I absolutely loved this book! It was such a fun & addictive read—I couldn’t put it down & was genuinely sad when it ended. Bailey has an incredible talent for crafting binge worthy thrillers that instantly pull you in, & I’m so glad I still have more of her books to read. This one felt like a steamy, drama-filled TV show, & I only wish I could actually watch something like it on screen! 🤣

Told in a single POV with alternating then/now chapters, plus gossip articles & tweets woven in, the story was immersive & packed with juicy drama. The opening chapter was a total shocker, immediately setting the stage for all the Hollywood glamour, betrayals, & chaos that follow. There were so many red herrings & twists that I never knew who to trust, making it all the more addictive. This book delivers a thrilling ride from start to finish, but nothing will prepare you for the jaw dropping twist at the end! 😮 Just when you think you have it all figured out, the story takes a shocking turn that will leave you reeling 😵‍💫 . It reads fast, keeps you guessing, & is the perfect escape—so mark your calendars for 4/29/25 because you won’t want to miss this one!

𝗣𝗹𝗼𝘁: Ivy Westcott fled LA after her acting career collapsed, losing her first love & closest friends. A decade later, a celebrity exposé brings her old show’s scandals back into the spotlight. Hoping for a fresh start, she joins a secret reunion episode. When a former costar is found dead, Ivy & her ex must uncover the truth. To clear her name, she must expose long-buried Hollywood secrets—before she becomes the next victim.
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If you enjoy reading thrillers and have ever watched 90s sitcoms such as iCarly, you will love this one! It was a quick read with dual timelines and a twisty plot! My suspicion as to who the killer was ended up being correct, although I second guessed myself right up to the reveal. I loved that there was mixed media scattered throughout the book. It really added to the Hollywood vibes!

This was a roller-coaster of a story, diving into a mysterious death within the first few pages. The protagonist, Ivy, was relatable and realistic, portraying the emotions of an insecure teenager turned woman. We are given dual timelines, exploring the relationships of what was once a close-knit group of actors in a highly successful teenage drama show. I didn't know who to trust. No one seemed to have the purest intentions, casting suspicion every which way. While I did briefly wonder about the culprit early on, I did not see the motive whatsoever. This was shocking, tragic, and nostalgic all at the same time. This was another great read from Samantha Bailey. Four stars.

Thank you, Netgalley and Thomas and Mercer, for this ARC.

So good! Teen TV show reunion is one of my favourite settings ever, so twisty and unputdownable. I read in a couple of evenings, just couldn’t stop.

The past collides with the present for the cast of Hello, Juliet, a once-beloved teen TV show reminiscent of 90210 or One Tree Hill. Back in its prime, the Hello, Juliet drama was not just on-screen; it spilled over into real life, with Ivy, the young star, bearing the brunt of it when her castmates turned against her. Fast forward a decade: a celebrity exposé pulls the cast back into the spotlight and sparks a reunion show. But instead of a triumphant comeback, Ivy finds herself embroiled in a murder mystery when she finds one of her former co-stars dead. To clear her name, she must navigate the tangled web of manipulation that stretches from the past to the present.

I couldn’t put this book down! The short chapters, interspersed with social media posts and gossip magazine snippets, kept the pace brisk and engaging. The story moved seamlessly between the past and present timelines. Like Ivy, I considered everyone a potential suspect! The final third of the book is a whirlwind of twists, with some surprises I never saw coming, culminating in a jaw-dropping ending.

I truly cant pinpoint what it is about this book that didn't work for me. I couldn't connect? I couldn't stay interested? I just really dont know. But i know so many love it! So this is truly a me issue.

Thank you @sbaileybooks @brilliancepublishing & @netgalley for my complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are my own.

If you love stories filled with Hollywood intrigue, then this one is a must-read!

Former child and teen star Ivy has spent the last decade living a quiet life, away from the media frenzy and scandals of Hollywood. However, when producers announce a reunion show, Ivy finds herself reluctantly drawn back into the spotlight, driven by financial necessity. What starts as a nostalgic return quickly spirals into chaos when a shocking murder rocks the production, thrusting her into a web of intrigue more complicated than she ever imagined.

I highly recommend diving into this story without any prior knowledge, so I won’t reveal too much. The narrative cleverly unfolds through both past and present perspectives of Ivy, offering readers a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of the cast. The twists are genuinely shocking, and with a murderer on the loose, the suspense keeps you guessing until the very end!

I think I’m too far out of the target age group to really enjoy this book, which read like YA to me. Not a bad thing, just wasn’t what I expected, and not what I’m into. However, I can see this novel have wide appeal to a younger audience. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

It was great, though I found it a bit too twisty at times. For me, it felt a little overwhelming, but I know that won’t be a problem for many people. The unpredictability and all the twists will probably be a big draw for others.

The character getting a role was nice, but was it really nice? It felt like something was missing, or maybe it didn’t have the impact I expected. It was interesting to see unfold, but I wasn’t completely convinced by it.

I was wrapped up in the world of 𝙃𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙤, 𝙅𝙪𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙩, the show at the center of this thriller. It felt like reading about the angst of the popular 90s hit show, 𝘽𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙡𝙮 𝙃𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨, 𝟵𝟬𝟮𝟭𝟬, of my teen years that I adored. This is a story weaving between the past & present, with drama on and off the set.

If you’re a thriller fan & aren’t reading USA Today bestselling author, Samantha Bailey, you need to be!

Thank you, Samantha Bailey,, Thomas and Mercer,, Netgalley, & Thriller Book Lovers The Pulse, for my early gifted copy. All opinions are my own.

A Brilliant, Mind-Bending Thriller! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Hello, Juliet is nothing short of a masterpiece in the psychological thriller genre! Samantha M. Bailey delivers a heart-pounding, twist-filled story that will keep you hooked from the very first chapter. The tension is almost unbearable as the plot unravels, and just when you think you have it figured out, Bailey throws in a curveball that leaves you gasping.

Juliet is a complex, multi-layered protagonist whose actions and emotions will keep you second-guessing her every move. Her journey is captivating, full of heart, suspense, and moments of shocking clarity. The twists are brilliantly executed, and the story never loses momentum, making it impossible to put down.

What truly stands out in this book is Bailey's impeccable writing — she creates a vivid, immersive atmosphere that pulls you into the heart of the story. The pacing is spot-on, and the way each revelation builds on the last is a testament to her skill as a storyteller. The final pages left me absolutely stunned, with the perfect ending that ties everything together.

If you love thrillers with unpredictable twists, compelling characters, and a story that keeps you guessing until the very end, Hello, Juliet is an absolute must-read. Prepare for a rollercoaster of emotions and a book you won’t be able to forget!

This dual-timeline whodunnit grabs your attention from the get-go with an intriguing ‘now-disgraced former “teen idol” tv star’ backstory.

This was a super twisty celebrity thriller that involves a group of teen tv stars gathering for a reunion show only for one to turn up dead and the other left scrambling to figure out who the killer is. I loved the flashbacks, the female friendship, the secrets and the incredible JAW dropping ending.

Bailey does such a great job delving into the world of celebrity, fame and the true cost of it all (mentally, financially and more). This was also great on audio with news snippets interspersed between the flashbacks. A new fav from this Canadian thriller author! Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early audio and digital copy in exchange for my honest feedback!

CW: drug overdose, alcohol abuse/addiction, toxic parental relationship, sexual assault

Thank you Thomas & Mercer for the review copy!
Influenced by my thriller-loving friends on Bookstagram, I was excited to get an early review copy of this one. Hello Juliet by Samantha M. Bailey is a fun, popcorn-style suspense read that checks a lot of boxes for me.

First, I love anything that takes me behind the scenes of Hollywood—it’s a whole thing for me. Add in a reunion-style storyline packed with secrets and gossipy drama, and I’m sold. Second, I’m always drawn to stories that dissect our media obsession with young women and the relentless drive to find fault with them. And third, I needed something fast, engaging, and escapist—this book delivered perfectly. It hooked me right away, held my attention, and even wove in some thought-provoking themes alongside the mystery, making it a great Spring Break escape read.

A few notes for readers: This is a fast and engaging read, though some might find it leans a bit YA, given its focus on a behind-the-scenes teen drama and early 20s characters. I’d classify it more as a suspenseful mystery than a full-on thriller—it’s not overly intense but offers a compelling exploration of our cultural obsession with celebrities and gossip. While the mystery itself wasn’t overly complex, it fit well within the broader theme of control and society’s fixation on shaping other people’s lives.

One thing I wished for? That the book had been framed more through the lens of the documentary mentioned at the end. That could have been a really compelling structure to tie everything together.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Thomas & Mercer through NetGalley. All of the opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

I found this novel very interesting. I loved how each character showed how the sudden fame of their tv show affected them. I usually try to figure out what is going on in a book while I’m reading, but with HELLO, JULIET, I was so wrapped up in the story that I did not see anything coming. I loved how even with the story being fast-paced, everything came together in pieces. Every word of this novel is important, there are details, and clues that are easy to miss if you read quickly.

I was fascinated by the fact that the characters portrayed younger characters on their show, and often acted that age, not their own age. I often had to remind myself that each of them were older than they appeared throughout the story.

🔥 M U S T R E A D M O N D A Y review 🔥 featuring “Hello, Juliet” by Samantha M Bailey!

MY RATING: 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤/5

10 years ago “Hello, Juliet” was THE hottest teen drama television series … and one of the most notorious. The 4 stars of the show soon become like family and brave the trials and tribulations of Hollywood and hyped up stardom together. But Hollywood can be cutthroat and it doesn’t take much for reputations to get ruined and the glasshouse to come crashing down. When a sudden tragedy happens and puts a quick end to the show, the cast are torn apart leaving in its wake a whirlwind of nasty rumours and insinuations.

Now a decade later, the cast has been summoned all together to shoot a secret reunion special. But when one of the cast mates is found dead in a dressing room, it becomes obvious that no one is safe and they are all targets. A decades worth of secrets, jealousy, sabotage, betrayal and toxic relationships starts to bubble up to the surface once again! Who’s next??

I LOVED THIS BOOK!!! The twists had me SPIRALLING out of control and I gobbled up all the juicy drama! I love books that follow the highs and lows of Hollywood and how toxic the spotlight can be! Turn that into a thriller and it’s a 5 star for me!!!

Thank you kindly to @sbaileybooks @amazonpublishing @netgalley for my #gifted advanced digital copy in exchange for my honest review. This book releases on April 29, 2025!

Yet again Samantha M. Bailey has knocked it out of the park with her newest novel, Hello, Juliet. To be frank, though, I wasn’t all that surprised. After all, Ms. Bailey has always been one of my favorites. This time around, however, the subtle clues managed to evade my eyes until I closed the cover and reevaluated all that I’d learned. Thanks to a complex plot and alternating dual timelines, the truth was unguessable in the extreme. From the first sinister chapter to the happily-ever-after conclusion, all I could do was hold on tight as this suspense-laden tale took on a life of its own. I mean, it had me so enthralled that I 100% couldn’t put it down and so I raced through the pages in only a matter of hours.

As for the characters, their tangled relationships and realistic interactions meant that I had genuine feelings for each of them in turn. From a few I was rooting for from the very start to others who I looked upon with downright suspicion, they all felt undeniably real as both their real life personas and their TV show characters took center stage. It was Ivy, however, who grabbed my attention and didn’t let go. Sensitive yet resilient, she came alive on the page with an authenticity that makes me hope that she’ll make a reprisal in one of Ms. Bailey’s future novels. After all, she kept me invested like few characters have in a stunning tale of gripping intrigue and unbridled deception.

All in all, I was utterly blown away by this psychological thriller. With a riveting mixed media format, tons of twists and turns, and a deliciously unhinged climax that had me flying through the pages, I was utterly floored. It even had a storyline that could rival The OC complete with a definite Laguna Beach vibe. I also can’t forget to mention the jaw-dropping twists or rising unease. Needless to say, I’m not surprised at all that my colleagues and friends at Thriller Book Lovers: The Pulse have been raving about this one for ages. Quite possibly Ms. Bailey’s best book so far, it was bingeable, sharp, and an out-and-out masterclass in suspense that I won’t be forgetting any time soon. Rating of 5 stars.

That you to Samantha M. Bailey, Thomas & Mercer, and NetGalley for my complimentary physical and digital copies. All opinions are my own.

This was one wild ride. Hello, Juliet is a young adult tv series with Ivy as our main character/movie star. Ivy did not have an easy time as a rising star or after it all ended. I kept going back and forth on who was trying to destroy her yet again. Girl couldn’t get a break! I really liked getting a feel for Ivy’s life from the start of the show to after it ended. I was wrong, yet again, about who was trying to destroy her. This book would make a great movie! Hint!