ARC Review | Thriller | Release Date: November 18, 2025Thank you to Caleb Stephens and the publisher for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. The way my jaw hit the floor, you guys. 😱 This is by far my favorite […]
This is one of those books that completely wrecks you in the best and worst ways. The Last Letter follows Ella, a single mom raising twins while running a bed-and-breakfast in Telluride, Colorado. Her brother Ryan, who is serving overseas, asks her to write letters to his fellow soldier who doesn’t have anyone back home. That soldier,
Let me just start by saying, I really loved this book! It wasn’t your typical thriller with one big “ah-hah” shocking moment, but the entire story itself was suspenseful, layered, and absolutely engaging. We meet Andre and Becca Gifford, a married couple heading out on a cruise to celebrate their 10-year anniversary. At first, everything feels dreamy
Say hello to your next 4-star thriller! Meet Amelia—our FMC, an ex-pharmacist turned yoga instructor. On the surface she has it all: a privileged lifestyle, a picture-perfect home, and a husband and daughter to complete the package. But dig a little deeper and you’ll find cracks everywhere—her marriage is crumbling, her daughter Marnie is spoiled and
After months of planning, designing, and dreaming, I’m so excited to finally share The Recap Vault with you! (Ahhhh!😁😮) This little corner of the internet is where books and life come together — you’ll find: My goal is to create a warm, welcoming space for readers who love stories as much as I do. Thank you for
From the very first chapter, Other People’s Lives gave me a creeping sense of mystery. The atmosphere was unsettling, like I could feel someone lurking in the corner of the page. And right away, I realized I didn’t trust a single character. Everyone had secrets — and Dr. Thacker, especially, radiated the kind of “polite but off”
Before I started writing full reviews here on The Recap Vault, I read quite a few books that never got their moment in the spotlight. I tend to forget what I read about a week after I read it, which is the primary reason I wanted to start this blog. So here’s a lightning-round list
If you’re after a thriller that keeps you turning pages well past your bedtime, A Husband Never Lies delivers a fast-paced ride from start to finish. This is the kind of story where you don’t want to predict the ending — you just want to let the twists and turns unfold. James Caine keeps the pacing brisk,
If you’ve ever wondered whether Lauren Graham is really just Lorelai Gilmore in another form — the answer is, absolutely yes. Her quick wit, pop culture references, and warm charm spill right off the page, making Talking As Fast As I Can feel like catching up with an old friend over coffee at Luke’s. What surprised me
“There are three things you should know about me: 1. I’m in a coma. 2. My husband doesn’t love me anymore. 3. Sometimes I lie” That’s the first thing you read when you open Sometimes I Lie. From that moment, you know you’re in for a psychological rollercoaster — and Alice Feeney doesn’t disappoint. This twist-packed