EXCELLENT READ!!! I could not put this one down and just kept going. Very well written edge of your set read..
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher!!

Unfortunately, I could not get into this one at all. It was too slow for my liking. This was a DNF from me.

*Thank you @atriabooks for the copy in exchange for an honest review. Review not posted to Amazon/Goodreads because less than 4 stars or DNF.*

Thank you so much for this ARC!

It took several tries for me to start and finish this one. Once I was finally into it, I enjoyed the story and the different topics - politics, social media and its repercussions (or lack-thereof) and mother-daughter dynamics.

Very slow paced which ultimately felt like a long book with very little content. I wouldn't quite call it a "thriller" more of a legal drama. However, still enjoyed reading it but could have been cut down significantly for more of a thriller.

Thank you Netgalley, Atria Books, Atria/Emily Bestler Books and Sarah Vaughan
for free e-ARC in return of my honest review.

Sarah Vaughan is a master of raising awareness of controversial themes in her books. The value of reputation of a female politician versus the value of mother-daughter relationship. The sacrifice women has to take in order to achieve career brilliance. The bullying and the vengeance of the bullied. Who is right and who is wrong? How much is too much? What is women place in the world - career or being a mother? Could it be both? Could it be balanced?

All are questions and no answers in the books. Sarah Vaughan makes the reader think and search for answers in his/her own soul. Because there is no right or wrong, mostly. Everyone chooses for themselves.

At any rate, the plot was intriguing, I did not see some twists and turns coming. At the same time, some parts were drugged on and quite boring, some plot lines were underdeveloped and/or not explored enough. I felt like there were more themes to dig into and go deeper, where author chooses only to lightly brush.

Overall, it is still a good solid book which made me think and question many concepts. Pick it up and think for yourself.

Reputation was such an interesting book! I usually don't read court room dramas or crime books, but Sarah Vaughan's writing is so well done that I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. The book did feel a little drawn out, and I imagined the ending a little different, but overall it was a thrilling read that I can easily recommend.

Thank you for the opportunity to read this novel. I was not able to finish so won't be leaving a full review at this time.

This book was a mixed experience for me. On the one hand, the pacing was too slow for my personal preference. On the other, the narrative was well crafted and kept me guessing. Overall, I think this is a solid choice if you’re looking for a slow burn thriller.

Thank you so much Atria/Emily Bestler Books & Netgalley.

An interesting book about what happens when your reputation becomes all-encompassing. I found the story to be too slow-paced for me but I did appreciate the character development and themes throughout.

This book was trying to do too much, and the twists and turns ended up getting convoluted rather than clever. I also found the MC to be frustrating to follow along with. This thriller unfortunately did not work for me.

Let me start by saying I'm a huge fan of Sarah Vaughan's writing.

Her latest novel, Reputation, explores the darker side of politics and what it is like for a woman to be in the public eye. She explores some tough themes in her latest book, which include trolling on social media and what you would do to protect someone you love. What it also highlights well is how someone's reputation can take a lifetime to build and days to destroy, which is why the title of the novel is so perfect. It's a novel which feels very current.
There are some very powerful scenes in the book. We are introduced to MP Emma Webster who has recently appeared in a Guardian article, which has prompted some individuals online, to send her nasty and threatening messages on social media. What Sarah Vaughan highlights here is how scary it must be for people who are in the public eye. Particularly, on social media, people feel they can say anything about that person, without consequences.
The author also explores the relationship between Emma and her daughter which becomes an important part of this book. We see just how having a mother in the public eye affects her daughter and how scared she is about her mother becoming a target for trolls online and potentially, more dangerous people. The emotion comes across very strongly and Sarah Vaughan delves into Emma's daughter's feelings and fears.

A wonderfully written book that I recommend.

Thanks to the publishers and Netgalley for sending a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is my third book by the author, I loved Anatomy of a Scandal. I felt that there was so much to that story and the trial was captivating. This book not so much.

The plot features a strong, successful woman. Emma a new MP faces an ethical predicament with her daughter Flora. Emma, a longtime proponent of women's rights wants to go hardcore on internet stalking and abuse. She appears to be a rising star in politics. However,. her career as an MP gets derailed when a unconscious tabloid reporter is found in her apartment. In the blink of an eye, Emma's reputation and indeed her freedom is at stake. Add to the a foolish, impulsive act by her teenage daughter and her rising star hits rock bottom very quickly.
None of the numerous characters were appealing. . Unlike the previous book mentioned, this trial was a snore. I had to force myself to get through that part. I did enjoy how things ended up, although the twist was somewhat obvious, I thought
Thanks of NetGalley for the ARC

I believe there are instances where the right time and the right book have to align. And I think this happened to be a case of the right book at the wrong time. I’ve tried, a couple of times, to get into this one and I just cannot get into it or stay focused. I just don’t think this is the one for me at this time. I will revisit it, though, when I’m the mood for a mystery/thriller.

I was expecting to enjoy this as much as I did Anatomy of a Murder. This fell short for me and took me months to finish. I kept putting it down which is never a good sign for a thriller mystery novel.

The timeline ranges from September 2021 to December 2022 with POV from Emma. Simon and Flora.

It begins in 2021 with Emma Webster and her desire for success. Becoming a politician not only ruined her marriage but nearly got her and her daughter killed. I didn’t like Emma very much as she is selfish and frankly naïve or just plain stupid. Okay, I said it. I usually try to be less blunt in my reviews but given the length of time it took me to finish I am compelled to share my opinion. I almost always finish a book I’ve started and in particular when I enjoyed a previous novel.

Emma’s teenage daughter, Flora, lives with her father, David and his new wife Caroline. Emma lives nearby with some housemates where Flora spends time with her mother. Perhaps Flora could’ve avoided some of the bullying at school and resulting scandal if her mother had been more available.

It was careless for Emma to disregard or be oblivious to the threats from a stalker. Emma is a hypocrite for the most part, claiming to represent justice yet becomes the target of scandals herself. There are several controversial stories swirling around and hungry reporters. Ultimately, it became a thorn in my side wondering if Emma could redeem herself.

I loved "the Anatomy of a Scandal", so I was expecting more from this book. It was good but I got bored with it and felt like I was reading a work conversation. The book was not as engaging as I had hoped.

The court scene was long and drawn out. The same information kept being repeated.

Some of the story is told through texting. I felt there were too many text abbreviations. I didn't know what all of them meant and it detracted from the content.

I received this galley from NetGalley.

A great read by this author. I definitely recommend checking this one out!
Thank you NetGalley for providing a copy of this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

This book is listed as a thriller, but it’s more of a drama and a large portion of the second half is a courtroom drama. It gets a bit repetitive as the story moves forward. I did not feel emotionally invested in Emma or the events of the book so it was hard to stick with it. I usually like multiple timelines, but this was a little too much for me to keep track of.

A gripping mystery/thriller that hooks you right from the beginning! Politician Emma is struggling to maintain her reputation when a series of untimely events starts to undo everything she has worked so hard for. From her marriage, her relationship with her daughter and the possibility of a murder conviction Emma is at her wits end. Innocent or guilt, good or bad, what is real story??? Does reputation matter?
For anyone that loves thrillers….this one is a must READ! Well written with a great cast of characters this will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat. Well done Sarah Vaughan… can’t wait for your next one!!!
Thank you to #NetGalley, Atria Books & Sarah Vaughn for the ARC. My review is strictly voluntary. Available now.

I had previously read Anatomy of a Scandal, which ended up being a struggle to finish and to be honest kind of boring. I though I was interested in reading this book but was then reminded of the previous one and I’m willing to subject myself to the possibility of getting in a reading slump again.

Sarah Vaughan is a must-read for any thriller fan. Vaughan creates such complex and realistic worlds that it's easy to step inside and completely lose yourself in the twists and turns of the story. Reputation has family drama, real-world issues, and a shocking mystery. Mostly, I enjoy Vaughan's messy, unique, and carefully created women characters who feel so real.

Emma has given up everything for her political career and will do anything to protect her reputation. Every aspect of her life is carefully calculated but all of that is thrown into chaos when a body is found at Emma's house. Her life is torn apart piece by piece and her reputation is dragged through the ringer. Vaughan wrote with a practiced hand creating a suspense that had me flipping the pages feeling stressed out! I look forward to what she writes next.

Thank you #atria and #NetGalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.