This book left me very much on the fence. I was in the last chapter and still couldn't decide if I liked it or not.

The plot is intriguing - a secret society pulling the strings of the world and a woman at the center of their plans who has no idea the society even exists. Family secrets, kidnapping, and extreme wealth - all the makings of a great story. However, there was some very heavy topics that were explored that made me a bit uncomfortable (I'll say involving children and leave it at that). I'm no stranger to explicit content but this was much different. I will say, the scenes of this content were not graphic as compared to some other areas of the book, but it was still a lot.

That being said, reading the authors note/about the author at the end made me feel better about the book as a whole. If you are intrigued by this book, I would start with that and then read the rest of the book. Still on the fence if I would pick up book two.

This book was wow!! I really did like this dark and twisted story. This book exceeded my expectations. It was written very well. I suggest other readers check out the trigger warnings before attempting to read this book.

Voilà un roman qui ne laisse pas de marbre.
Violence, Meurtre, viol, abus, inceste.....
J'avoue avoir eu du mal à le terminer tant je me suis demandée ce que j'étais en train de lire.
Je crois que ce qui m'a poussé à le terminer est le personnage principale féminin à la fois forte et faible. Et l'envie de savoir ce qu'il va lui arriver.
Au cours de ma lecture, je me suis dit mais comment l'auteur peut écrire tout ça dans un roman; "qu'est ce qui se passe dans la tête de l'auteur?....."
Arrivée à la fin, j'ai vu qu'il s'agit d'un premier livre; je me suis aussitôt dit que je ne lirais pas la suite.
J'ai aussi compris pourquoi l'auteur écrivait sur ce thème

This is a novel that leaves no stone unturned.
Violence, Murder, rape, abuse, incest.....
I admit I had trouble finishing it as I wondered what I was reading.
I think what drove me to finish it was the strong and weak female lead character. And the desire to know what will happen to her.
During my reading, I said to myself but how the author can write all that in a novel; "What's going on in the author's head/mind?....."
Arrived at the end, I saw that it is about a first book; I immediately told myself that I would not read the sequel.
I also understood why the author wrote on this topic

Thank you to Xpresso Book Tours for sharing a copy of this book with me through Netgalley.

Unfortunately, I couldn't finish it (thus shelved as DNF), and here's why.

The TWs are triggering and just too dark for me. I've read twisted books alright but the concept of this story is sickening for me. I didn't check the TWs before ordering or even when I started reading this book. It's not also my habit to check out reviews before actually reading the book (unless it's been really hyped then I cannot avoid getting some ideas from #bookstagram), so it's only when I updated my Goodreads that I realized what I'm actually reading.

I still gave it a chance thinking it couldn't be that sickening or psychotic compared to the things I'd read before. And I was wrong. I really thought there was some sort of deliverance for the characters but they just kept worsening with every turn of the page. I needed to stop.

Technically, the writing is okay. Though definitely needs improvement in consistency, especially when shifting to different characters. They all 'sound' the same.

But that's it. Won't recommend it really. I only read half (not including the parts I skipped because it's too twisted, or the characters are just monologuing in their head) and it was already too much for a lifetime.

Oh wow, I don't even know where to start with this one. This is my first book by Jennifer (Author) and I believe could be her debut, if that's the case be prepared to be wow'd!

I don't think there are many books which have a little of everything. Yes I'd put this into the more 'mystery/thriller' category. But there's so much more to the book, at times it was like James Bond on acid! I won't talk about the characters or their histories. There is a lot in this book and you need to take it in as Sophie lets the story unfold to really get why she is telling you it all. At times I wondered if we needed so much history, but trust me.. You do.

Fast paced, exciting and at times a tad dark. Sophie is such an interesting character, add to that her family history and what is actually means to be a Greer Girl. This book is one of those where you can't really trust anyone. So much is going on behind the scenes that I questioned so many characters. At times I thought the story would go 'x' way only to be completely thrown overboard! I knew this book would have a 'horror' aspect with ritual sacrifices, but add to that a heavy dose of brainwashing and some sick (No that should be SICK) individuals and you are in for a bumpy, dark ride. Can I also add when it comes to locations, this book has some lovely settings and Jennifer (Author) really detailed those for me!

I read this over several sittings, it wasn't just good. I felt it was great! Cannot wait to see where we go from here that's for sure. A solid 4 stars, Daughter of Belial is available on kindle unlimited, so free if you subscribe.

Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced readers copy in exchange for an honest review.

Trigger warning - All of your worst nightmare including CSA and ritualistic murder.
I admire the writing and the authors ability to write such heavy and terrible stuff but it was far too realistic for me. I actually believe some of this stuff and that was a bit much.
Honestly, every time I read some of the book it ruined my day. I don't get how this poor girl wasn't placed of adoption or hidden in another way. But the story has to come from somewhere.
Also super super rich people don't work. At all. Ever. So you know that was a clue something wasn't right to begin with. It turns out it is part of their plan to like destroy humans

Beautifully written and absolutely disturbing.

Very layered and dark story about the battle for soul of one person. Themes of sexual torture, brainwashing and human sacrifice.

This is a dark, dark book that clearly has a sequel on the way.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review.

Thank you NetGalley, Jennifer Juvenelle and Pure Sea Books for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Wow! What a riveting story.

This one had me captivated from start to finish, The writing was so good I couldn’t put it down.
This is a thriller, romance and adventure all in one.

Daughter of Belial is a mesmerizing story, held me gripped throughout, so much so I didn’t want to stop reading it. Well done.