This book was a bit chaotic although it grew on me. The story was interesting enough and I appreciated the quick pace. I enjoyed the twists that came with each part of the book and I was curious to see how it all came together.

I think this could've been a solid three star read. But that ENDING. Ugh just left me frustrated. I didn't really care for any of the characters emotionally, but the one who I had the most care for gets that ending? Not cool.

Books like this work best in my opinion when the reader at least feels satisfied the 'right' person got their just desserts. Or we can sympathize with the unreliable narrator. Neither were the case in this story and then it just feels like what was the point.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!

It's been a couple days since I finished The Fury and I'm still taking time to appreciate all its depth. Alex Michaelides succeeded in writing a novel that evokes the coziness and character driven plot of Agatha Christie while still creating something new and interesting. Each twist was executed masterfully and there were layers of subplot that wove together perfectly.

If you've read his other novels and weren't so sure if you loved them, give Michaelides another chance. I was blown away by Michaelides first novel The Silent Patient but I found his sophomore mystery The Maidens to be confusing and underwhelming. In spite of that, I gave him another try and I'm happy to say that I loved The Fury.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the copy of this ebook.

This has to be one of the slowest thrillers I’ve ever read. I found it to be messy and all over the place. It wasn’t for me.

The Silent Patient started my reading journey during the early oughts of COVID and The Fury got me out of my reading slump. The author does a great job of making the narrator so cheeky and withholding of the presentation of the story. Just like The Silent Patient, you know the narrator knows much more than he’s leading onto.

This book has an interesting premise. It’s about a group of friends who are invited to a friends private island for the weekend. Murder and mayhem begin soon after their arrival. It is told from the point of view from one of the guests who is a playwright. I had trouble following the book due to the many distractions that the narrator had

I had a really hard time getting through this one. I loved The Silent Patient and The Maidens so I was super disappointed that this one didn’t do it for me.

Still processing 😯

It's certainly an unforgettable read. At its core, it's a story of love and betrayal set against the backdrop of a luxurious Greek island getaway. Lana Farrar, a former movie star, hosts her annual gathering for her closest friends, only for their retreat to turn deadly when a murder shakes their circle. Narrated by Elliot Chase, this gripping plot takes readers on a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. Certainly an interesting read though The Silent Patient remains my favorite of Alex Michaelides.

This is my second book by this author. Who in the PSY thriller reader community hadn't read the Silent Patient??

Was I worried this book wouldn't be as good?

Was it as good? Yes and no.

Is it beautifully written? YES, so props there.

Did I figure it out before I was supposed to? Sadly, yep.

All in all, still solid. Still worth reading. 3.8, rounded. Thanks!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Slow pacing and the middle lagged, but overall I enjoyed it. Written very conversationally so it was easy to digest, but sometimes distracting.

Didn’t anticipate the ending but it’s very Alex Michaelides. Always love the tie-ins he uses with Theo.

Enjoyed it but not my favorite.

What an awesome book! Another great read from Alex Michaelides! First I will say, I absolutely loved how this story was told. Elliot Chase is telling us a story, written as if it’s directly toward us. It was a really fun way to read, if you ask me. The story itself was excellent. Murder, love, lies, decent and a “fury” of drama. It could be a slow burn at times but was never boring. It all flowed fabulously.
Thank you to Alex Michaelides, NetGalley and Celadon Books for the ARC edition of this book to review. 5 stars from me!

This book is a classic “whodunnit” taking place in during an Easter vacation to Greece. The location was a perfect choice, and I felt I was there with the characters. I loved Ellie, who was a very unreliable narrator, and thoroughly enjoyed all of the twists and turns this book took me on! I was already a fan of Alex Michaelides after reading “The Silent Patient” and I enjoyed this one just as much. Thank you so much to NetGalley and publish for the ARC. So excited to read more from this author!

I did not love the way the narrating was. It was okay, but very slow and not much happening for a large portion of the book.

I wanted to like this, I truly did. I had heard great things about the author’s previous books, and was excited to have this as my first read. However, despite liking the setting and overall plot, this was a slow read that I struggled to get into. It was only when I finally got towards the end that I started getting into it. I don’t know that I would recommend the author based on this one, though I still may try one of the other books; I just wish I had read one of those first.

Alex Michaelides is an auto-buy/read author for me. This one was different than his other stories and I still enjoyed it. I was very invested in the characters. The middle dragged a little. 4 stars for me.

Alex Michaelides has done it again! The Fury was a fabulous read, filled with the best twists and turns. I truly thought I knew how the storyline was going to play out- yet was pleasantly surprised when it veered in a completely different direction. I recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of suspense and thriller genres.

I enjoyed this book, and the perspective it was told from. It was a fun read with an interesting cast

Wow. Where do I even begin with this one? To say I gobbled it up is an understatement, I don’t think my eyes left my kindle since I started it. The characters, setting, and most importantly the plot are just so unique and entrancing.

I tried to predict the plot twists and while I did to some degree it wasn’t with the skill that they were pulled off. I’m usually not one to read with this type of narrator. It’s not my style, but this time I can’t imaging a better way to tell the story. Really recommend picking this up. Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC!

Alex Michaelides is a fantastic author and has truly proven what a creative, thoughtful writer he is with the three novels I have read from him. I loved The Silent Patient, was "Ehh" about The Maidens and this one, while intriguing, falls somewhere in the middle for me too. I thought the premise was really great and couldn't wait to read it. Unfortunately it didn't work for me. The story was good, the twists were ok, but the narration style was just simply hard to connect with. It was a very odd experience having the narrator speak TO you in second person. It broke down the fourth wall so to speak and while, it was fine at first, it was hard to connect and enjoy for me because I felt like the narrator had dangled *something happening* so often that when it happened it was a little... underwhelming. IDK. I think many people will love it but it was just not for me. That said, it's clear that Michaelides is incredibly talented and well rounded when it comes to what he writes and I'll surely pick up his next book too!

I just don't like his style of writing. Others do - but it is not for me. Wanted to give the author a second try but won't be giving another one.

Who doesn’t love a good slow burn murder mystery? I do I do!! I am very slow reader so these Take me some time. I fell in love with the characters developments and the plot twists were excellent! And that ending? Chefs kiss. This is def worth your time! I’m a huge fan of Alex’s work and Can’t wait for the next book.