Jane is working at an insurance company in Minneapolis as a low level clerk. But, that’s not who she really is. She’s taken 50 days of leave from her real job in Kuala Lumpur as an import-export attorney to exact revenge on middle manager Steven Hepsworth. Why? You’ll need to read or listen to the book to find out.
I chose to listen to this story and was that ever the right decision! The narrator completely captured Jane, a woman you’re never quite sure if she’s a sociopath or just plain cleverly diabolical. One thing you always know is true is that she will exact revenge on Steven and it will be epic. She doesn’t do anything but be her authentic self in seducing the reader into feeling some affinity for her. Jane’s obviously bright but she’s also witty, pretty funny and wickedly pragmatic. I felt guilty rooting for her but when you hear the story, it’s impossible to do otherwise.
It’s a credit to the writing that this character enthralls the reader so overwhelmingly and having a talented narrator made Jane three dimensional. I inhaled this book, not wanting to stop until I figured out what Jane had in store for Steven. If I were you, I’d grab some popcorn, find a comfy spot and enjoy the ride. This was a Traveling Friends group selection and I’m really glad it was chosen. I’ve been a big fan of Victoria Dahl and am now following her under this pseudonym.
Book Info
- Release Date: August 1, 2018
- Narrator: Nicol Zanzarella
- Audio Length: 7 hours, 48 minutes
Great review, Jonetta. It sounds really good. I’ll have to add it to my TBR! xx
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Thanks, Zoe! It really is that good.
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This sounds really interesting and would be perfect for Midwest collection of reads. Thanks!
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Yes, it’s in the heart of Minneapolis and she’s from Oklahoma.
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Sounds fantastic!!! Great review, Jonetta!!! I’m definitely adding it.
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Thanks and yay, Mackenzie! You’ll have to join our discussion.
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Yes!!!
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Fantastic review! Glad you enjoyed this one, Jonetta! I thought it was a great read too.
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Thanks, Darinda! You and too many other of my friends enjoyed this one so I took a sudden plunge.
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Fab review Jonetta! Glad you loved this one too!! 🙂
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Thank you, Christina!
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Fantastic review!
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Thanks, Nicki!
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Just got a kindle copy 😀
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Fingers crossed 🤞
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I have seen this one come up a lot on GR. Glad to see it is a good one. I enjoyed reading your review, Jonetta!
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Thank you, Marialyce! It’s one of the reasons I gave it a third look. I was shocked to learn about the pseudonym, which I didn’t know until after I got the book.
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Fantastic review! you have sold me, this is my kind of book! Not sure why I haven’t took notice yet?
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Thanks, Berit! I missed it on NetGalley, too, but when it was selected as a group read, I was sold just based on the synopsis. Then came friends’ reviews.
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Wonderful review, Jonetta! I definitely need to read this one, too! Totally my type of read, based on your review!
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Thank you, Jennifer! I think you’d definitely enjoy this one.
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Great review, nice and short!
I noticed that sometimes you don’t post pics of book covers in your reviews, which is kind of unusual, but then again we readers can really focus on your words and what you have to say about your books and stories.
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Thank you, Irena! To the best of my knowledge, book covers are posted for every review. However, I just realized the view on my iPhone doesn’t include the covers unless you request the desktop view (press down on the right side in your browser for the option.) If you viewed this post on a tablet or desktop, you’d see the cover.
Thanks for letting me know.
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I need to read this! I’ve got a copy but just haven’t had time! Love the sound of Jane, and it’s my kinda book! Excellent review!
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Thank you, Stephanie! It’s definitely your kind of book.
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You’re welcome! It sounds like it…someone else said she reminded them of Joe in YOU, and I immediately thought that I would love it since I loved him (in a weird I just love serial killer books way, lol).
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Yes, very much in the fabric of Joe but less…criminal 😏
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Sounds intriguing…;)
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Great review! I just recently bought this after seeing so many wonderful reviews 😊. Really looking forward to reading it.
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Yay and thank you, Tina! Fingers crossed🤞
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This sounds excellent and I do enjoy a well written revenge tale. Great review!
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Thank you, Suzanne! It is the ultimate revenge story.
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Excellent review, Jonetta! I am so glad we decided to read this one! Such an entertaining one!
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Thanks, Brenda! I’m glad you did, too. This wasn’t on my schedule but something told me to squeeze it in.
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I listened to this on Audible as well (and had the physical book) and I agree the narrator did a fantastic job. Glad to find your blog!
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Yay! Glad you found me, too.
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Oh my, this is a book that was not on my radar at all. You have me intrigued Jonetta. Nice review.
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Thanks! Oh, Carla, you would love this one.
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I will see if I can get my hands on a copy.
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This one’s been on my list awhile. Maybe I’ll manage it in December. Excellent review! Anne – Books of My Heart
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Thanks, Anne! I hope you’ll enjoy.
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Excellent review and it sounds like an interesting read (or listen)!!
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Thank you!
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