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A review by snugglesandpages
The Retreat by Stephanie Hazeltine
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
With a background in psychology and now a best-selling author and relationship guru, Celia has virtually sold her soul to the influencer scene. As a way to drum up some positive PR, she hosts an exclusive retreat for married couples and newly divorced singles looking for some direction. The location couldn't be more gorgeous than the Sand & Salt Resort in picturesque Byron Bay but it's not long before Celia's retreat goes viral for all the wrong reasons.
Thoughts:
This one has a bit of everything... Multiple POV, mystery, drama and a side of romance. It was the perfect read while on vacation.
I enjoyed that each character had their own red flags including Celia. She is such an unlikeable character, as intended, and while it is a relatively 'light' read as far as the genre goes, it was rather fun to sit back and see her fall apart a little.
I also recently picked up an earlier release of Stephanie's (While the Baby Sleeps) during the last round of stuff your kindle day and am eager to read it.
Thoughts:
This one has a bit of everything... Multiple POV, mystery, drama and a side of romance. It was the perfect read while on vacation.
I enjoyed that each character had their own red flags including Celia. She is such an unlikeable character, as intended, and while it is a relatively 'light' read as far as the genre goes, it was rather fun to sit back and see her fall apart a little.
I also recently picked up an earlier release of Stephanie's (While the Baby Sleeps) during the last round of stuff your kindle day and am eager to read it.