I chose Lucy Clarke's One of the Girls simply because it is set in Greece, a country I’d love to visit. I honestly paid little attention to what it was about and when it was set. I was looking for a novel that would offer a peek into Greece and the cover design surely emphasized the beautiful white and blues of that country. The text added interest with comments like:
“Full of suspense and unexpected thrills, it is hard to put this book down as you try to figure out the whodunit.” – USA Today
“…a masterclass in simmering tension and shocking revelations.” – Rosie Walsh
It will “keep you guessing which friend is behind the murderous plot.” – PopSugar
Be warned, this book is light. My copy had big text and short chapters and was, therefore, a fast read. I zoomed through it with each chapter making me wonder which one of the women commits the crime and what exactly the crime would be though I definitely was waiting for someone to be murdered.
The chapters are read from the viewpoint of each of the characters. One minute you are hearing from Lexi, the next from Bella, the next from Eleanor and so on. The women are a varied bunch with differing connections to the bride. And, of course, secrets.
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Is One of the Girls recommended by me? Yes, if you are looking for a simple thriller set in the sun. In the end, you will be guessing who did it. In the meantime, you can enjoy the fresh food and sunshine of Greece served up with a shot of Ouzo. As Zachary Houle, who clearly did not enjoy the lightweight nature of the book says, “it requires no brain cells to enjoy.” I don’t have a problem with that especially if you are aware of that fact when you pick the book up. Escapism and armchair travel via a book is not a bad thing in my mind.
Readers on Goodreads gave the book an average of 3.98 stars and those on Amazon an average of 4.1. Both platforms clearly had people who liked the book and who did not, with lots of comments like it’s good for “fans of twisty thrillers with a beautiful setting.” I was willing and glad to be a one of those fans.
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Brenda
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You know I like mysteries and this one set on a beautiful Greek island sounds really interesting. A mystery and some armchair travel; sounds delightful. Thanks for your review and for recommending this book, Brenda.
ReplyDeleteSometimes a lighter book is just what the times call for and who can resist one set in Greece. I will certainly give this book a look. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteA fast and easy, yet interesting, book that "requires no brain cells to enjoy" is often exactly what I am seeking. This one sounds fun to read and clearly set in a beautiful place.
ReplyDeleteThe Greek setting and the non-taxing nature of this story make it sound like a perfect beach read.
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone for visiting my latest armchair book!
ReplyDeletesounds like a good book to relax with a cup of tea (or wine), sit back and enjoy - I'm not into mysteries, but I have to say, a mystery set in the backdrop of beautiful Greece would probably capture my interest
ReplyDeleteGreece is somewhere I'd like to go see as well, so this book is going on my to be read soon list. Thanks for a great, and easy to read suggestion!
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