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A Friend Indeed
by Elka Ray
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A FRIEND INDEED
Elka Ray
Thank you #partners @bibliolifestyle & @blackstonepublishing for including me on this tour and the #gifted copy.
I’ve been reading a lot of romance lately, so I decided to pick up this thriller to read, and it was as they say “unputdownable”. I read this as an immersive read, and I have to say the audio really sucked me in. It was fast-paced, and had short chapters (which I love), with the POV of both FMC.
Jo was likable to a degree; the way she cared for her daughter was wonderful to read, but I do have to question her logic on some things especially since she’s a teacher. And Dana, well she’s not that likeable but we love unlikable characters over here. She’s snobby and clueless, and I have to question her parenting at some points. But that’s what makes these books fun right?
As for the mystery itself, it’s pretty straightforward. Dana‘s husband is dead (maybe murdered🤨🤷♀️) and Jo, who’s been her best friend since they were 12, comes to help her clean up the mess and they think “Well that’s done” and it’s SO not done. Thing after thing after thing happens, other crimes ensue, and *tada* a blackmailer.
The audio is narrated by Hillary Huber and (one of my faves) Andi Arndt they're so good. They did a wonderful job of playing these characters. They added depth and they kept the suspense going for sure.
I did guess a few of the things here or there, but I didn’t get the very last one and that’s the one that really matters. It’s a quick read so if you’re looking for something popcorny and you don't want to overanalyze anything this'll be a good read. Pick it up if you have a few hours to spare.
Elka Ray
Thank you #partners @bibliolifestyle & @blackstonepublishing for including me on this tour and the #gifted copy.
I’ve been reading a lot of romance lately, so I decided to pick up this thriller to read, and it was as they say “unputdownable”. I read this as an immersive read, and I have to say the audio really sucked me in. It was fast-paced, and had short chapters (which I love), with the POV of both FMC.
Jo was likable to a degree; the way she cared for her daughter was wonderful to read, but I do have to question her logic on some things especially since she’s a teacher. And Dana, well she’s not that likeable but we love unlikable characters over here. She’s snobby and clueless, and I have to question her parenting at some points. But that’s what makes these books fun right?
As for the mystery itself, it’s pretty straightforward. Dana‘s husband is dead (maybe murdered🤨🤷♀️) and Jo, who’s been her best friend since they were 12, comes to help her clean up the mess and they think “Well that’s done” and it’s SO not done. Thing after thing after thing happens, other crimes ensue, and *tada* a blackmailer.
The audio is narrated by Hillary Huber and (one of my faves) Andi Arndt they're so good. They did a wonderful job of playing these characters. They added depth and they kept the suspense going for sure.
I did guess a few of the things here or there, but I didn’t get the very last one and that’s the one that really matters. It’s a quick read so if you’re looking for something popcorny and you don't want to overanalyze anything this'll be a good read. Pick it up if you have a few hours to spare.