A review by indoorg1rl
Becky by Sarah May

challenging dark reflective tense medium-paced

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

3.5

Set in 90s tabloid-era London, Becky pushed her way up through the ranks at the Mercury newspaper with manipulative scoops, exploiting celebrity secrets and gossips.

I had no idea that this was a retelling of Vanity Fair, and only found out because of the author’s note at the end.

Becky’s adventure was quite captivating. It felt real and was written like a memoir. The audiobook I listened to was also narrated really well and enhanced the reading experience.

(Thanks to Pan Macmillan Australia for a gifted copy in exchange for an honest review)