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So far I’ve read B.A. Paris’ The Breakdown and The Dilemma. I enjoyed both of those but I think I liked this one better! There's plenty of guessing and twists in this story of obsession that will leave readers wondering who to trust."— Parkersburg News and Sentinel
Whilst on a business trip to Vegas, Ned offers Amelie a deal. If she marries him, he'll give her something she really desires. Who would think that something could go wrong from this?The first half of this book was super compelling, but the rest went on longer than it probably needed to. It felt like some parts were spoon-fed to the reader. While I enjoyed the book, I didn't quite love it. I found it to be entertaining and was invested in it all the way to the end. Amelie was a character to root for which I did. Like other reviewers, I found the ending to be what dragged my rating down. The ending lost a little of what made me enjoy the book in the beginning. The book was a solid 4 for me going into the ending. The story started well, and initially I was intrigued but then I felt I was reading a book from a different author. We delve into the past to unravel the secrets, and the truth worth killing for, but then the story lost its momentum as we alternated timelines and stories, to the point I nearly didn’t finish. Another book that I have complex feelings for! Firstly I have to admit this is not my favorite book of B. A. Paris! But it is still easy to read and captivating!
That's how Amelie's world changes. She now has friends she can count on, a safe and comfortable place to live, as well as a good salary. She begins to live the life that other, more privileged girls, her age are living.Her first novel is called Behind Closed Doors and was released in 2016. The second book is called The Breakdown and was released in 2017. Her third book in the series will be coming out in 2018. Amelie will meet the magazine's owner, Ned Hawthorpe, who will offer her a job there. Ned will eventually offer Amelie a marriage proposal that Amelie can't turn down. You get the picture.
Although this was not my favorite by B.A. Paris, I will happily read more of her books in the future. Things happened to Amelie were too tough. I actually felt too sorry for the girl. Even the ones have good intentions around her circle didn’t come to her help. The Circle evokes the chills of 'The Stepford Wives.' A well-crafted psychological thriller."— Booklist
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Special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a free, electronic ARC of this novel received in exchange for an honest review. I loved the short chapters in part one, which really added to the rising tension. You will be rooting for Amelie!’ PRIMA A] thrill-stuffed novel about a posh London gated community that’s a hotbed of secrets and lies."— The Washington Post Frustrated? Uncomfortable? Claustrophobic? Confused as to WHY and HOW you ended up trapped in said box?
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