Book Review # The Mistress by Valerie Keogh #Psychological Thriller #Publisher: Boldwood Books #Book Tour

 MY THOUGHTS AND BOOK REVIEW

In Valerie Keogh's tantalizing novel, "The Mistress," readers are drawn into the gripping world of Hannah Parker, a woman whose unyielding ambition knows no limit. From the very first page, Keogh weaves a tale of desire, manipulation, and the pursuit of happiness at any cost.

Hannah Parker is portrayed as a woman who stops at nothing to get what she wants. With a trail of lies and deceit in her wake, she embarks on a journey to secure the life she believes she deserves. When her marriage starts to crumble due to her duplicity, she sees it as an opportunity to pursue her desires elsewhere.

The crux of the story lies in Hannah's fixation on an old flame, Mark Shepherd. Despite his current marital status, Hannah sees him as the key to her happiness and is determined to reignite their past connection. Keogh skillfully navigates the complexities of Hannah's character, painting her as both alluring and deeply flawed.

As the narrative unfolds, readers are taken on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, torn between rooting for Hannah's success and recoiling from her manipulative tactics. Keogh delves into the depths of human desire and the lengths one will go to to fulfill it, leaving readers questioning the morality of Hannah's actions.

One of the novel's strengths lies in its ability to keep readers engaged from start to finish. With each twist and turn, Keogh keeps the tension rising, leaving readers eagerly turning pages to uncover what lies ahead for Hannah and those in her orbit.

However, "The Mistress" is not merely a tale of seduction and betrayal. Keogh also delves into themes of regret, covetousness, and the consequences of one's actions. Through Hannah's journey, readers are forced to confront the repercussions of selfishness and the importance of facing one's past mistakes.

In conclusion, "The Mistress" is a captivating novel that explores the darker side of desire and the lengths one will go to in pursuit of happiness. With its compelling characters and gripping narrative, Valerie Keogh delivers a tale that will linger in the minds of readers long after the final page is turned.

Thanks to Netgalley and Rachel's Random Resources for an advance copy for my honest review.

BOOK DESCRIPTION

The Mistress

She wants what you have…

Hannah Parker is a woman who always gets what she wants.

When her current husband discovers she has been lying to him – again – she knows it’s time to move on and find someone who can give her the life she desires… The life she knows she deserves…

But who will be the lucky man?

When her eye catches a glimpse of an old flame in a photograph, she’s sure it’s a sign. Mark Shepherd has always been in her thoughts – they’d been happy once, he’d adored her, but she’d made a mistake and let him get away. She won’t make the same mistake again….

Hannah is older now and wiser. She knows what men want and she knows how to keep them happy.

So what if Mark is happily married with a family of his own?

All good things must come to an end…

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Author Bio –

Valerie Keogh lives in Wiltshire with her husband and a huge black cat, Fatty Arbuckle. She grew up reading Agatha Christie and initially wrote crime novels – she now writes psychological thrillers. The Little Lies was shortlisted for the Crime Fiction Lovers Award 2021

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