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Be careful what you wish for...

I must admit, Part Two came as a surprise. It is difficult to review a book of this nature without revealing any spoilers. Suffice it to say that not everything is as it seems, and everyone has one or two tricks up their sleeves in this domestic and psychological thriller.

Amber is simply diabolical. She is completely devoid of morals. She envisions for herself a life of grandeur and will step on anyone and everyone to get what she wants. She is as meticulously prepared as she is mercilessly unscrupulous. She's a character you will love to hate.

The relationships between the characters are impeccably crafted. Daphne's youngest daughter is so incredibly irritating and selfish that you want to smack her parents every time they cave to her whims. Daphne's relationship with her mother is strained and unfortunate. Her relationship with her husband appears so solid, it's hard to believe anyone would try to wedge herself between them. Amber is watching everyone closely, learning how to manipulate each and every person in the Parrish family.

There are some potential triggers in this novel, but naming them would spoil the story, so enter this tale with caution and thick skin. If you read this novel, please contact me, because I am bursting at the seams having to keep myself from giving too much away!