good, but frustrating...

I felt that this book took a while to get going, it didn't grip me at all... the storyline was ok, but mainly I finished the book feeling frustrated. Good book but not for me unfortunately!

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Felt a bit let down at the end

I was into the story for the most part. Thank goodness for Stephanie Racine. She truly saved the book for me with her performance. But overall, this was not a well developed story. There were so many parts that could've been done better. And all of the reveals and "big moments" made me roll my eyes. It's good for a rainy afternoon listen (when you've got nothing better to do and no other credits to use) but I doubt it will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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Fantastic listen

Absolutely fantastic, best listen I’ve ever had (I’ve had many) . Cannot recommendation highly enough!!! Great story, perfect narration. I loved it.

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Not a bad book

Took me quite awhile to get into this book. I was so waiting for a nice character, you don't know who is worse. Bit disappointed with the end too, although ending do end like this.

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A good, engaging read

The central premise is perhaps a bit far fetched, and I felt there were lots of flaws in the story as it unfolded, but despite this I did find it an enjoyable read. It was engaging and just kept listening through the various twists right to the end.

The narrators assigned to the two main characters were well cast. Charlotte, young, naive, limited social skills, wanting to be liked, and Rebecca, a darker character who knows what she wants and is set to make sure she gets it.

I loved Rebecca. I loved her indignant tone each time she felt that she was being wronged. Quite amusing if you allow yourself not to take the story too seriously.

For much of the story, Rebecca and Charlotte were suspicious of each others past and we follow their furtive investigations into each others history. (No more spoilers from me!)

This isn't the very best literature that will endure for years to come, but it is a very enjoyable read that doesn't take too much concentration. No complex jumping between time periods, it is a straightforward story that flows from beginning to end. I'll be looking out for more books by Jessica Vallance.

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Brilliantly written, gripping story.

I really enjoyed this book, normally I get all the twists in a thriller before they’re revealed, but this one kept me guessing. I thought it was really cleverly written.

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Excellent

Loved this book, and actually binge listened! I couldn’t get enough. Some inaccuracies with continuity but it didn’t matter the plot was great and original.

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I didn't see it coming

Beautiful narration from both acts in a what initially seems to be a rather common story... However, having said that I have to admit that the final twist ...well, let's say that I didn't see it coming...

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Enjoyable, Unusual, Entertaining, Intriguing ...

I very much enjoyed this unusual thriller which made very pleasant reading and ideal for those who enjoy a mystery without a lot of grisly details and more an intriguing psychological puzzle than dark fast moving action packed rollercoaster.
I loved the way the characters unfolded and were likable despite their flaws and their motivation was explored which made them have a lot more depth.
There were twists and turns, nothing and nobody was quite as they seemed at first, The different point of views gave insight and were humorous at times and it certainly never boring as unfolding and changing all the time.
I am proud to say I did guess the final twist but not until close to the reveal and it was a very strong ending instead of fizzling out like so many thrillers or becoming too implausible.
I loved the narration of Rebecca especially but Charlotte was also well voiced and there was plenty of contrast between the two voices which made it easy to follow.
I would recommend this book as a really well written and well put together and a very enjoyable and a lovely fresh idea with plenty of twists and turns.

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Good story

The story was interesting enough to keep me hooked - but was a little predictable and the ‘Scottish/jamaican' accent was a little ropey! But all in all a decent listen.

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