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The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine

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leahhateshardbacks's review against another edition

dark mysterious medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

At about the halfway point I was like....😦😦😦 whhhhaaaaatttttt!!!??? I actually liked the first half more, when Amber was inserting herself into Daphne's life and plotting away slowly. The real drama unfurls from the halfway point onwards, and while I was quite shocked and enjoyed the plot, it sometimes read quite cliche and over the top. And then things got dark very quickly. It wasn't totally unique and unpredictable like I was hoping for but enjoyable nonetheless. I actually read this as an audiobook in one day🫣 so let that be evidence that this is pretty addictive. There was a miniscule scene that left a bit of a sour taste in my mouth (I mean despite the whole list of trigger warnings lmao this is to do with the writing) -

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Daphne doesn't believe in abortion and is all like "god will give me whatever gender baby he wants/he knows what's right, etc." (and also being pro-abortion and pro-choice does not mean forcing someone to have an abortion and I feel like this was not made very clear in here, but this was pre- overturning of Roe v Wade so probably wasn't as topical and clarity wasn't as critical at the point of writing/publication) and then there's another bit later on that sort of equated religion with morality and that was a no for me.

Overall a good thrilling domestic drama read.

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nisquah's review against another edition

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Incorrect description of ASPD, then the further demonizing of those with ASPD and not just the evil character in the book. This isn't a "callout", it's a more personal thing for me. As someone with ASPD who learned cognitive empathy and has many fulfilling and genuine relationships, I just don't enjoy consuming media that speaks about the disorder in this generalizing and/or inaccurate way. There is always a chance that this is rectified later in the book, of course! But I just don't have the energy for it at the moment. I respect those who do!

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kimveach's review against another edition

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dark mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

Apparently, I have read too many domestic thrillers as I've seen this plot before. It's possible this book, published in 2017, was the first one to do it of the books I've read. Thankfully, it was quick to read.

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books4escaping's review against another edition

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dark mysterious medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Really liked - The story kept me engaged from start to finish. A similar plot to "The Maids Secret" by Freida McFadden. The difference is that I found The Last Mrs. Parrish execution better and more enjoyable. I'm glad Amber got what she desired.

Most memorable lines

I was learning that emotional intimidation could be just as unsettling as physical.

Amber needed order—disciplined, structured order. And now, finally, she was the master of her world. And of her fate.

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