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The Guilty Party

Caro Carver

Mystery, Psychological Thriller • Jan 19, 2027

In 2000, a band of dreamers descended upon a crumbling Capri villa. With nothing but ambition and a shoestring budget, they filmed 'A Killing', a low-budget masterpiece that would become a cult classic, and in the process, forged an unbreakable, if complicated, family bond.
Now, twenty-five years later, a lavish reunion summons them back to that same villa, now transformed into an opulent luxury hotel. But beneath the glittering facade, old rivalries still simmer, dangerous attractions still spark, and the one secret they all share threatens to unravel everything.

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2.5 / 5

Thank you to NetGalley and Avid Reader Press for an advanced copy of this title.
The core premise of 'The Guilty Party' promises a tense thriller, but the actual execution feels much messier than the setup implies. The story moves at a slow to medium pace, which is thankfully balanced by the short chapters. While the overarching tension remains intact throughout the reading experience, the twists telegraph themselves far too early. The reveals are entirely obvious, removing the element of surprise, though the atmosphere stays suitably dark.
A significant portion of the narrative gets bogged down in distracting side stories, such as Lena’s health issues and the marital troubles between Simone and Caleb. Several characters billed as main players barely make an appearance, and their complete removal wouldn't change the trajectory of the plot. Along with these phantom characters, a handful of storylines feel like they are building toward something important, only to be dropped or poorly explained.
The conclusion suffers from the same lack of focus, leaving several unanswered questions hanging in the air once the final chapter closes. If you like slow-burn tension and relationship drama then you may enjoy this book.
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