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Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to listen to I Did Warn Her by Sian Gilbert.
This was a 3.5 star for me. I loved the setting and the plot twists but I found it difficult to keep up with all the different characters and narrators for a good chunk of the book. The pace of the narrators varied greatly and that was also frustrating to me.

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A twisty story that will have you second guessing everyone. With multiple POVs and lies, this story will keep you glued to the page as rich people behave badly and a luxurious yacht trip turns deadly.

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GUYS. THIS WAS AMAZING. I just listened to the audiobook and I'm still reeling from the plot twists. It's the perfect summer whodunnit - luxurious setting, complex characters, and a mystery that'll keep you guessing. I loved the full cast of characters in the audiobook, and I'm definitely going to be reading this author's other books.

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"Well. We have our confirmation now, don't we? The bitch is definitely dead. I did warn her."!!

Where are ALL my Below The Deck fans ?? This is a read for you !!

This was a fun locked room thriller mystery set on the wild seas .

I listened to this on audiobook and what a hoot I had ! I love me some cringe reality TV and this was filled with SO much toxic drama . It was more than toxic than a group chat filled with your ex’s & enemies which made for an entertaining read!

Everyone had secrets , everyone had a motive and everyone looked identical. Tall, blonde , slim and perfect was the only exception to be a crew mate on this boat heading for disaster!

After listening to the opening line , I knew this was going to be enjoyable!

If you like locked room thrillers, lots of drama,, multiple POV’s with more of an YA feel and mystery then give this one a go !

I must share that the audiobook was challenging at times to navigate which character was narrating which made it difficult to follow .

Thank you NetGalley ,Harper Audio Adult & Sian Gilbert for this Audio Arc!!

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The Ophelia is a lavish billionaire’s yacht, filled with beautiful stewardesses hired for high pay and a chance to escape their pasts—but beneath the luxury lies something far more sinister. Sasha, the newest crew member, joins a nearly identical group of blonde, model-gorgeous women for a weeklong Atlantic crossing, only to find herself surrounded by vanishing jewelry, shady guests, and a mystery tied to a former stewardess’s suspicious death. When another crew member turns up dead after a night of partying, everyone becomes a suspect, and secrets start to unravel fast. I thought this was a good book with a really fun premise! It had that locked-room whodunnit vibe, but on a yacht, which made it feel fresh and super tense. The twists kept me guessing, and I definitely enjoyed the high-glamour atmosphere.

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5.5/10 i wanted this book to be sooooooo good. and it fell flat. i LOVE below deck and thought, what an awesome concept for the usual “enclosed space murder”.. especially knowing as much as i know about superyachts from BD.. but i just felt that there were too many storylines, too many people the author tried to write as relevant. i don’t know if it was an attempt for the reader to connect, or care about the characters outcomes, or simply just as part of the story from a different perspective.. but, it wasn’t executed well.

it would have been better if it just focused on 2-3 perspectives, or even 3rd person. but hearing snippets of life stories from nearly all the stewardesses / guests was just too much to follow.
it wasn’t nearly suspenseful enough, it felt like the murders had no build, and by the end i didn’t really care who did it because you really only care about jasmine getting justice/an explanation for her friend.
overall i just think the book tried to do too much.

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"The bitch is dead. I did warn her."

That’s all it took to hook me into Sian Gilbert’s latest twisty thriller, this one on a luxury superyacht bound for NewYork. Locked room thrillers are my favorite trope, and how much more isolated can you get than being surrounded by hundreds of miles of open ocean? Even with a limited amount of potential suspects, I still waffled back and forth of the true identify of the murderer, before ultimately deciding I thought I knew. Of course I didn’t, thanks to some deviously plotted red herrings. After loving her previous book, She Started It, and now I Did Warn Her, Sian Gilbert is now one of my my must-read authors.

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Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this eARC in audiobook format.

I Did Warn Her by Sian Gilbert, narrated by Fiona Hardingham

Sian Gilbert’s I Did Warn Her is a locked-room mystery with a saltwater sting—claustrophobic, decadent, and deliciously deceptive. Set aboard the Ophelia, a billionaire’s superyacht slicing through the Atlantic, the story unfolds like a sun-drenched fever dream where every surface gleams and every character hides a secret. But it’s Fiona Hardingham’s narration that transforms this thriller into a full-blown auditory experience.

Sasha, the last-minute stewardess hire, is our entry point into this gilded world of curated beauty and curated lies. She joins a crew of nearly indistinguishable, model-gorgeous women, all of whom seem to be running from something. When one of them turns up dead after a night of champagne and secrets, the yacht becomes a floating crime scene—and no one can disembark.

Gilbert’s prose is razor-sharp, but it’s Hardingham’s performance that gives the story its pulse. She shifts seamlessly between accents and emotional registers, capturing Sasha’s guarded vulnerability, Jade’s brittle authority, and the simmering tension among the crew. Her pacing is masterful—never rushing the suspense, always letting it coil tighter.

What makes this audiobook stand out isn’t just the murder mystery (though it’s satisfyingly twisty), but the way it interrogates performance—of femininity, of wealth, of innocence. The Ophelia isn’t just a setting; it’s a stage, and every character is playing a role. Gilbert leans into the voyeurism of it all, and Hardingham makes us complicit.

For fans of Below Deck with a body count, or Agatha Christie reimagined for the Instagram age, I Did Warn Her is a binge-worthy voyage into the dark currents beneath luxury. Just don’t get too comfortable—someone’s always watching.

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I have read this as an ebook but it is so much more intriguing as an audiobook. The narrator’s different accents help differentiate the many characters’ stories in the book. In classic thriller fashion, we find ourselves on a super yacht- a great place to relax, work but also to hide or alternatively uncover answers buried under the sea. This story doesn’t disappoint. My initial review of the ebook was 4 stars but the audio is 5 for sure.

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"I Did Warn Her" is an entertaining and captivating locked-room mystery. As a huge fan of Sian Gilbert's debut novel and the reality TV show "Below Deck," I couldn't wait to get my hands on her newest novel. Unsurprisingly, I greatly enjoyed this book and devoured it in one day. The story is told from multiple POVs of the superyacht crew, which created a lot of suspense and kept me guessing. It takes a bit of getting used to all of the POVs, but just like on "Below Deck," I loved all of the drama and the chaotic, unlikeable characters. I thought the plot twists were surprising and fun, and I never saw the ending coming. Gilbert never fails to keep me entertained, and I can't wait to see what she does next!

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperAudio for the ALC in exchange for an honest review.

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4/5

This book was Below Deck on crack. I love the show and I loved the book. I listened to this one and it was a bit confusing remembering all the stewardesses names. Other than that, It was great.

This book kept me guessing until the very last sentence (mainly because I couldn’t recognize the voice of who was speaking) but it was still great!

Thank you NetGalley, HarperAudio Adult, and Sian Gilbert for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

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Murder on the high seas!! I DID WARN HER is a slick, sharp-edged thriller that grabs you by the throat and drags you through the fog of secrets, betrayal, and murder on a luxurious trans-oceanic yacht ride turned nightmare. From the jump, this story gives off serious nautical vibes—with a darker, more sinister twist.

The pacing is solid, and the structure—shifting between timelines and perspectives—keeps you constantly guessing. Just when you think you’ve got it figured out, the plot veers into dangerous new territory that leaves you questioning everyone’s motives.

The author does an awesome job of introducing a wide cast of characters without ever letting it feel overwhelming. Each one is distinct, memorable, and woven seamlessly into the storyline. You never lose track of who’s who, and as the layers peel back, it’s even more satisfying to see how their secrets connect. The fact that there are multiple murders only amps up the tension, making this a truly tangled web of lies and consequences. The author also did a great job with the nautical terminology—being a woman in the Navy, it felt realistic and well-researched.

Perfect for fans of psychological thrillers, morally grey characters, and stories where nothing—and no one—is what they seem. This can definitely become a movie!

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I was a little confused while listening. It moved quickly, and I didn’t always catch what was going on. Maybe with more time or a second listen, it would make more sense, but the first time through left me unsure about a few parts.

I liked the setting. It had a strong atmosphere and a sense of place that stood out. That part felt well done and kept me interested even when I wasn’t fully following the plot.

I don’t really enjoy stories with a lot of twists. This one had more than I like, and it made it harder to stay connected. I prefer things to unfold more simply.

It wasn’t completely my style, but there were things I appreciated. Some parts worked really well, even if the story didn’t fully land for me.

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This kept me guessing until the last few pages when it came all together. I’m such a huge fan of Below Deck, so I immediately knew this book would be my vibe. The very cruel and disfunctional character (bosun to guests) made for a fun game of clue aboard a super yacht. Sasha should have avoided these people at all costs - and same with Tessa & Hallie.

Dark themes and lots of champagne being spilled.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!

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I really enjoyed the setting, a billionaires yacht with a cast of characters each with their own secrets to hide. Crew members start to be murdered one by one and it becomes apparent that there is a murderer on board.

Loved the full cast narration as it really helped distinguish the characters and when the story was being told through their point of view.

The pacing of the story made it a fast listen as I was constantly interested in what was going to happen next.

I felt a little disappointed at some of the reveals and what the motivation for the murders ended up being. But it was overall an entertaining, fun, fast thriller read and I would recommend it.

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I DID WARN HER by Sian Gilbert has a juicy premise and a dream team of narrators, including the ever-excellent Imogen Church, but ultimately didn’t quite land for me. While the audio production is top-notch, the plot felt overcrowded, with too many twists, red herrings, and moving parts to fully connect. That said, if you love high-drama thrillers and are obsessed with Below Deck-style settings, this one might be right up your alley. Not for me, but I can see the appeal for the right listener.

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This was a DNR for me but I'll provide a summary and reason why i didn't finish.

Ophelia is your typical billionaire yacht: ridiculously luxurious, owned by a ruthless money man, and staffed by a crew whose only job is to indulge the guests’ every wish.

Model-gorgeous Sasha is a last-minute hire for a weeklong Atlantic crossing. She joins fellow stewardesses Jade, Imogen, Euphemia, and Lola. The Ophelia’s stewardesses are almost identical—blonde and model-gorgeous—and all were lured to the Ophelia by high wages and a chance to leave their problems behind when they set sail. But despite its sleek opulence, the Ophelia isn’t as heavenly as it seems. A stewardess on the previous charter died under mysterious circumstances, the guests’ expensive jewelry keeps disappearing, and the crew grows steadily more and more suspicious of one another.

Then the yacht’s owner brings aboard his best friend and two more women, also beautiful. Also hiding something.

When a crew member turns up dead after a night of partying, everyone on the yacht is a suspect. Who is the jewel thief? Who is the murderer? What will happen when the lights go out, and the crew and the guests are finally on equal footing?

I did my best to stick with this book because I absolutely LOVED She Started It....like really loved that book. Unfortunately this read like a catty mean girls new adult book and I couldn't stand t9 stick with it. This was a DNF for me.

Huge thanks to William Morrow, HarperAudio Adult, and NetGalley for the ARC and early listen

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3.5⭐️
“Below Deck” with a murder? Sign me up haha Although I didn’t love this book as much as the author’s previous book, I found this unique and entertaining. Each crew member had secrets and a hidden agenda, causing so much drama. The pacing of the plot was a little slower than I would’ve liked for a thriller, and although there were many twists, I wouldn’t say any of them were very shocking. The plot kind of unfolded in a way that made perfect sense? I liked how it ultimately wrapped up.

I was excited to see there is a full cast of narrators for the audiobook, but each of their voices sounded so similar it didn’t really help distinguishing the characters.

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This audiobook was a ride! Twisty, dark, and full of unreliable narration — exactly the kind of thriller I love sinking into. Sian Gilbert creates this eerie tension that just builds and builds, and the narrator (who was fantastic, by the way) really sells the atmosphere. There’s this creeping sense of dread throughout, and every time I thought I had figured it out… I hadn’t. 😅



The plot explores ambition, obsession, and revenge with some serious bite. The pacing was sharp, and it kept me hooked from the first chapter to the shocking finale. I especially appreciated how complex and layered the female characters were — flawed, fierce, and often unpredictable.



If you enjoy psychological thrillers where no one is quite who they seem, definitely give this one a listen.



Perfect for fans of: Behind Her Eyes, The Last Mrs. Parrish, A Flicker in the Dark



📌 Thank you to William Morrow and NetGalley for the advance listening copy!

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The luxurious trip of a lifetime! See the world and get paid for it by being a stewardess on a superyacht catering to the ultrawealthy. Unless when you get hired and see that all the stewardesses look identical (thin, blond and model worthy), each with secrets of their own and a penchant for sniping at each other just for the fun of it and then put them in the middle of the Atlantic where no help can be sent for and then bodies start showing up and you have a thrilling story that I enjoyed listening to! I myself would not ever want to go on a yacht, especially on one with jewelry and other objects going missing and especially not when people go missing or found dead! You get the views of the various stewardesses in this mystery to find out who and why before the next person ends up dead. Nicely twisty, especially when secrets are revealed and more than one person has skin in the end game and will do anything to keep others from reporting the crimes. Sure makes for a memorable trip though!

The narrators did a great job in bringing the characters to life and giving them humanity even when they are cutting each other down or snooping around so it does feel sad when they may or may not end up dead. And good message that even the ultrawealthy can pay for their crimes, even in the middle of the ocean!

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