“Beautiful women flower everywhere but a beautiful man is a rare find.”

This book started off really strong, and then it went downhill quickly. I seriously don’t know how this has such strong ratings.
We start with an accident. Damon is a husband, a father, and he has been struck head on by an unidentified vehicle. Nobody is truly a suspect, because the rain was so heavy and the cameras around the street were down.
There are 4 POV’s that we follow:
Marla - Damon’s wife. She knows Damon is a scumbag, but stays with him to keep up her very privileged Instagrammable life.
Sonya - A therapist, slept with Damon over a decade ago.
Athena - A new age store owner, Damon’s current mistress, extremely naive for a 30 something.
Mystery Woman - Obsessed with Damon for some reason, you find out why at the very end.
Honestly, ALL of these women are naive, and completely unlikeable. They all have feelings for Damon even though he’s a man whore who has been sleeping around for years. And even when they find out about his issues, they still think there’s a chance that he’ll recover from his disgusting ways??? It’s just really strange and I felt absolutely no sympathy for any of them. Marla knows he’s a douche and stays with him out of complacency, and the Mistresses sleep with him even though he has a wife. They’re all just… dumb and have zero substance.
I wouldn’t recommend this at all, and having a child with a loser beta man child is no reason to keep being a bad person.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher who provided me with an ebook copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All of these thoughts and opinions are my own.

Another winner from Nicole Trope! I recently discovered this author and this is the second book I have read. She is definitely becoming one of my favorite authors. Great characters and a great storyline! Very well written and I really enjoyed all the complexities of the characters. Definitely worth reading! Great ending!! Thank you to NetGalley, Nicole Trope and Bookouture for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.

Demon (Oops!, I mean Damon) Kennedy is the charismatic and prodigious womanizer. The story focuses on the three main women currently in his life— his Instagram perfect wife, the beautiful “new agey” mistress, and his brainy-but-beautiful therapist. The story deftly hits on the strengths, weaknesses, and fantasies of each woman and what they desperately want their relationship with Damon to be. His gift is knowing these things and feeding their fantasies to stoke his own narcissistic need for constant adoration from all women. I recognized parts of myself in all of these ladies and what my gender puts up with to attain domestic bliss.

Each chapter is told from a first person narrative of each woman. There are no chapters from Damon’s perspective as he is in a medically induced coma due to a tragic hit and run accident. The story unfolds from the accident and the subsequent investigation. Was one (or more!) of our girls the driver? I won’t tell you any spoilers, nor did I see the final twist coming. The ending was satisfying as any telenovela is in a good way. Better than a beach read! I was turning pages late into the evening on this one.

Thank you Netgalley for an early copy of this one in exchange for an honest review.

I thought this book by Nicole Trope was super entertaining and unique. This was my first one by her and I enjoyed it from start to finish. I loved the different perspectives between the female characters because all their different lives/personalities really shined through in their solo chapters. Then, discovering how they were all connected through one specific person added another layer to the story. It was written well and paced nicely with short chapters and different story tellers. I will not give anything away but felt like the story wrapped up in a very satisfying way and I was pleased. I feel like my rating of 3.75 (rounded up to 4 stars) is a good representation of the book.

Nicole Trope's psychological thriller "The Truth about the Accident" tackles the murky secrets and unspoken realities that lurk under the surface. Trope is a complicated and thought-provoking read thanks to its complex plot, nuanced characters, and deft storytelling.
The protagonist of the novel is Olivia, a lady whose life is completely upended when her husband suffers a fatal accident. A labyrinth of lies, betrayal, and deception that threatens to destroy all she holds dear is revealed as she attempts to put together the facts surrounding the incident. As you read through the twisting labyrinth of secrets, it keeps you guessing with different points of view which have been masterfully written with tension.
The complexity of guilt, trauma, and the lengths people would go to protect their loved ones are all examined in the novel, demonstrating Nicole Trope's ability to delve into the inner workings of the human psyche. From Olivia's perspective, readers go through an emotional rollercoaster as she struggles with her own uncertainties and seeks the truth.
With carefully thought-out twists and discoveries, the tempo is well-balanced and keeps the reader guessing. All throughout, the writing is atmospheric in addition to informative and captivating. The author created vivid, believable characters that give the narrative depth and enhance immersion.
Themes including the effects of secrets, the nature of trust, and the vulnerability of relationships are some of the book's thought-provoking ones. By examining the idea of ambiguous moral boundaries, Trope encourages readers to reconsider their own moral convictions. The story's psychological complexity adds levels of complexity and elevates it above the level of a simple thriller.
While reading "The Truth about the Accident" is a thrilling and suspenseful experience, some readers might find some of the story twists or character motivations to be predictable or common in the genre. Trope makes up for any little flaws with her ability to develop interesting, empathetic characters and her mastery of emotional nuance.
The gripping psychological thriller "The Truth about the Accident" will keep readers on the edge of their seats. This book is engaging and stimulating to read because of Nicole Trope's adept narrative, multidimensional characters, and exploration of darker human emotions. "The Truth about the Accident" is a book well worth reading if you enjoy psychological suspense with a strong emotional core.

I’ve enjoyed so many of this author’s work. And each time she brings the absolute best suspense I can ever imagine.
The Truth about the Accident by Nicole Trope is a deliciously twisted, heart-stoppingly tense and absolutely terrifying read.
This was a quick read as it was a fast paced story.
Trope delivers quite a few twists and turns in The Truth about the Accident.
The multiple POVs made for an even more entertaining story.
I couldn’t put it down with all the suspense and twists and turns throughout. The characters were great, the plot was excellent and the style of writing was perfect. I have read many books by this author and enjoyed every one of them.

"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."

Thank You NetGalley and Bookouture for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!

This book was very interesting, I was definitely motivated to read it throughout the entire book because surprises were sprinkled throughout. I did feel that the ending was disappointing, I thought the book was leading up to something different. Overall I enjoyed the read

No one saw what happened when Damon was hit by a car on a busy, rainy day. While the main cameras were down, there is some footage. There are four suspects, and one of them is his wife, and he seems to be connected to the other three as well. The police are asking questions while Damon’s fighting for his life in the ICU. What happened to all the texts? Why is no one upset he’s in the hospital?

This was a really fun domestic suspense despite being very predictable. Although this wasn’t a new concept, the book was still fun. I enjoyed that the fourth point of view was kept hidden until the end, that was a fun reveal. There was lots of suspense and I loved watching the pieces fall into place. I loved how the pieces all came together in the end. It was a lot of fun. The writing style was well done, and I enjoyed. This was a fun suspenseful and emotional read.

If you are looking for a fun domestic suspense, then I hope you check this one out June 30th.

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I have read other books by this author. I didn’t care as much for this book. Too many characters. I felt like the author rushed through this book.

Thanks NetGalley and the publisher for the arc of The truth about the accident by Nicola Trope

Packed full of suspense and a super twisty story that will keep you guessing.

The complete package! A very suspenseful, very twisty and very mysterious story. The Truth About the Accident opens with the accident. It's quite a while however, until the injured party is identified and just how they are related to the other characters. The characters are well drawn and sympathetic and before long you are quite invested in the outcome!

Trope carefully winds and unwinds threads of the story as you begin to understand little is what it seems. If you love a domestic thriller, love a book with more than one shocking twist or just want a story to keep you up all night, The Truth About the Accident is for you!
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this is a mystery about a hit and run and four women, which one did the hit and run? it keeps you guessing..

Thank you to NetGalley, Bookouture and Nicole trope for this arc.

I have read some of This authors other books. This one just didn’t do it for me. The characters weren’t very likable with the exception of Athena. It was easy to figure out and I saw the twist coming. The best thing was the revenge the women got at the end was great!

The Truth about the Accident is an intricate drama that focuses on the lives of four women in the aftermath of a hit-and-run. The book is written from each of these four woman: Marla the wife, Athena the mistress, Sonya the therapist and then a fourth mystery woman we don’t find out the identity of until the end of the book. All of these woman lives are affected by Damon, the man that was the victim of the hit-and-run. There is a little mystery to this, we do not know who hit Damon but overall this novel was more about the lives of these woman. This would have worked I think if any of them had been likable. Each of them were obsessed with Damon, even though it reads like he has no redeeming quality other than he is handsome. I had hoped for a bit of character growth, but the focus on the last fourth of the book turns into more of a thriller as we finally find out who ran over Damon and the identity of the fourth woman. Overall, the book kept me interested and while it was a little twist, the ending was satisfying.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for the advance copy in exchange for my honest opinion.

Karma has a way of making things right even if it takes a while. Damon and Marla are a beautiful, wealthy couple who look to have the perfect life online. But we all know looks can be deceiving. Marla finally had enough of putting up with Damon’s antics and their confrontation has serious consequences. A great read!

I am a fan of Nicole Trope's mystery and suspense books so I was eager to read this one. However, it was changed from being marketed as mystery/suspense to family drama and that is not what I was expecting. However, it is well written and I enjoyed the multiple points of view. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys women's fiction or family dramas. Looking forward to Trope's next book. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

The Truth about the Accident is a mystery in which, as the narrative goes on, several women have reason to hit a man in a hit and run mystery.
It becomes evident earlier on in the novel than I would have like, just what the answer is.
A fast read. I would have liked the suspense to have lasted longer.

The Truth About The Accident
By: Nicole Trope
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This is one DELICIOUS novel about love, deception and revenge.
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Damon is run over while walking across the street on a rainy night. He has a wife Marla and two teens. Damon is now in a medically induced comma as the police try to find out who hit him.
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Damon is a CEO of a powerful tech company, but he has a wandering eye. We quickly learn that he is leaving a trail of broken hearts. Camera footage on that faithful rainy night is slim. The suspects could be anyone! Could it have be someone from the company? A spurned wife or loved?
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Trope always delivers domestic suspense with a silver platter! She invited us in, serves us a delicious story and lets us bask in the finale.
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Thank you Bookouture, Netgalley and Nicole for this advanced copy which is available June 30, 2023.

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In "The Truth about the Accident" by Nicole Trope, readers are plunged into a gripping family drama filled with secrets and lies. This suspenseful tale unravels the dark undercurrents within a seemingly perfect marriage, taking readers on a journey of intrigue and betrayal.

The story centres around a wife who has always maintained the façade of a happy family, despite harbouring deep resentment towards her husband for past transgressions. However, everything changes when her husband is involved in a devastating accident, leaving him fighting for his life. As the police begin to investigate the incident, the protagonist is forced to confront her own role in the events leading up to that fateful day.

Trope skilfully crafts a narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, expertly balancing the tension between past secrets and the present turmoil. The complex characters and their conflicting emotions add depth and authenticity to the story, making it all the more compelling.

"The Truth about the Accident" is a masterful exploration of deception and its consequences. Trope delves into the depths of human emotions, painting a vivid picture of a fractured relationship and the lengths one is willing to go to protect their own interests. As the layers of deceit are peeled back, the truth is unveiled, leaving readers breathless.

With its well-paced plot, characterization, and an undercurrent of suspense, "The Truth about the Accident" is a captivating read for fans of family dramas and psychological thrillers. Nicole Trope's ability to delve into the complexities of human nature and weave a compelling narrative makes this book a gripping page-turner from start to finish.

Thank you Netgalley for the book in exchange of my honest opinion.

First the things I liked:

- Different POV's (incl. a mystery character!)
- Revenge plot
- Writing style

Now what I didn't like:

- Damon ( dear god what a douche! )
- All the other characters

Let me explain why. I couldn't put myself in ANY of their shoes. The whole story I couldn't believe how stupid they all were - all that drama, all those children just because of that douchbag of a man.

I admit I read it fast - because I finally wanted to get to the twist and to finish it tbh.