The Guest List

 

I won a print copy of Lucy Foley's The Guest List in a Goodreads Giveaway.

I'm not entering un-trodden territory with this review. I usually read and review works from indie writers who have not yet had much mass exposure. I'm about the 36,000th reviewer for this book so I don't expect to share any great new insights here. Such is life.

As a murder mystery this was well presented, lots of twists and turns and not at all predictable (at least for me). Many potential perpetrators to choose from and to keep you guessing. Rivalries, new and old, secrets also new and old as well.   I really liked the authors use of short scenes from various points of view. These kept me engaged and turning pages, short chapters encourage me to read longer than I plan.

The mystery takes place during a wedding being held in a suitably eerie setting; a resort on a remote island with its own history. The main characters move between sympathetic and despicable with ease. Very well portrayed and developed.

Mystery buffs will have fun unraveling this story (36,000+ already have). So I'll add my endorsement to theirs and recommend The Guest List to mystery lovers everywhere. Enjoy!

Mike