A review by lindseyhall44
Verity, by Colleen Hoover
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
To be honest, I’m still not completely sure how I feel about this book. It was definitely intriguing and addictive, and I am really impressed at the ability to create such a compelling genre shift.
Verity follows author Lowen , whom, recently broke, receives the opportunity of a lifetime: finish a best selling series for an injured author, and earn enough money from the series to pay off all her debt. But, after moving into the house for a few days to read through Verity’s outlines, she comes across her autobiography, uncovering dark and horrid truths that we never meant for her to find. As Lowen develops a connection with the husband of Verity, Jeremy, she grapples with the choice of exposing Verity, or keeping the truth hidden.
Verity reminded me greatly of Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier, from the titular character to the eerie mood. However, distinct from Rebecca, I enjoyed the ability to read from the “villain perspective” so to say, as it added more depth and an an unique new layer. Paired with a skill for fast paced writing, Verity is a gripping romantic thriller that will keep you awake and dying to be reading.
Definitely check trigger warnings on this one, a majority of the book included graphic content.
Spoiler
However, there was such a focus on Verity’s point of view, that I had a hard time emphasizing or even understanding some of Lowen’s choices. I would have loved for it to be a bit longer in order to incorporate more of her justifications, but that is just my opinion.Verity follows author Lowen , whom, recently broke, receives the opportunity of a lifetime: finish a best selling series for an injured author, and earn enough money from the series to pay off all her debt. But, after moving into the house for a few days to read through Verity’s outlines, she comes across her autobiography, uncovering dark and horrid truths that we never meant for her to find. As Lowen develops a connection with the husband of Verity, Jeremy, she grapples with the choice of exposing Verity, or keeping the truth hidden.
Verity reminded me greatly of Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier, from the titular character to the eerie mood. However, distinct from Rebecca, I enjoyed the ability to read from the “villain perspective” so to say, as it added more depth and an an unique new layer. Paired with a skill for fast paced writing, Verity is a gripping romantic thriller that will keep you awake and dying to be reading.
Definitely check trigger warnings on this one, a majority of the book included graphic content.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt, Murder, Sexual content, Pregnancy, Miscarriage, Injury/injury detail, Infidelity, Grief, Child death, Car accident, Abortion, and Self harm
Moderate: Stalking and Mental illness