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Pretty Things by Janelle Brown

12/17/2019

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No Spoiler Book Review

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Release date April 21, 2020

Janelle Brown’s, Watch Me Disappear, had been on my list for a while. When I saw that she had a new book coming out, I requested it and then crossed my fingers that I would be selected to review it. The story sounded exciting and I am a sucker for anything set at Lake Tahoe, it’s one of my absolute favorite places. I’m still new to getting advance access to books, so when I got approved, it made my day!

The story revolves around two women on opposite ends of the wealth spectrum. Nina was raised by a single mother, life for them was always a struggle. Vanessa was born into a prominent old-money family and given every advantage. Their lives collide when Nina marks Vanessa as the victim of her next con.

At first the two women are the embodiment of the poor vs the 1%. As the story progresses, the two women start coming together in unexpected ways. The stereotypes start to break down. This book was an exciting mystery with timely sociological statements. My only complaint is that the book was a little too long, and the dual narratives had too much overlap. Overall this was an enjoyable read with great visuals of the gorgeous Lake Tahoe area.
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This book will appeal to fans of mystery, intrigue and thrillers. Anyone interested in politics, healthcare in the US, and the wealth gap will also like this book.

You may also enjoy this No Spoiler Book Review of The Marriage Lie.

​Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers of this book for allowing me advance access in exchange for this honest review.

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10 Comments
Linda Purcell link
12/18/2019 07:11:27 am

Can’t wait to read.

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Alison Kelly
12/18/2019 08:11:46 am

Let me know what your thoughts are once you have read it!

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Sarah link
12/18/2019 07:35:32 am

This one sounds like a good one. I do enjoy reading thrillers, though I certainly don't read them as often as I'd like. I will have to read one once it's released.

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Alison Kelly
12/18/2019 08:12:55 am

I think if you are partial to thrillers, you would really enjoy this book. Let me know what you think once you read it!

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Mai link
12/18/2019 12:21:41 pm

Sounds like a good one! I'm excited to get my hands on this book!

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Alison Kelly
12/22/2019 11:49:26 am

Let me know what you think!

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Mindfulness Ideas link
12/18/2019 04:20:08 pm

Great review! Will have to add this to my list.

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Alison Kelly
12/22/2019 11:49:57 am

I hope you like it!

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Angie link
12/19/2019 07:09:02 am

Wow. At first I was NOT into this (like, namely when you brought up how the lady who was raised poor was a grifter, I thought, of course she was...sigh) - but by the end of your review I'm thinking it actually sounds kind of interesting. I might have to give it a try.

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Alison Kelly
12/22/2019 11:55:36 am

It was interesting. I think this book has a lot to say about our current politics and the struggles facing Millennials. You'll have to let me know if you end up reading it!

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