"The Fury" by Alex Michaelides is a riveting psychological thriller that plunges readers into a world of dark secrets, twisted desires, and the haunting power of the mind. Following the massive success of his debut novel, "The Silent Patient," Michaelides proves once again that he is a master of the genre with this chilling and intricately plotted tale.

The novel centers around Mariana Andros, a forensic psychologist haunted by her own traumatic past, who is drawn into a high-profile case involving a young woman named Susie. Susie appears to have brutally murdered her husband in a fit of rage, but as Mariana delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a web of lies, manipulation, and hidden motives that challenge everything she thought she knew.

One of the standout features of "The Fury" is Michaelides' skillful characterization. Mariana is a deeply flawed yet compelling protagonist, grappling with her own demons as she races to uncover the truth behind Susie's actions. Susie herself is a complex and enigmatic figure, her motivations and intentions kept tantalizingly ambiguous until the novel's shocking conclusion. Michaelides deftly explores themes of trauma, guilt, and the nature of memory, crafting characters who feel both authentic and utterly compelling.

The novel is also notable for its expertly crafted suspense and atmosphere of creeping dread. Michaelides builds tension with precision, layering clues and red herrings in a way that keeps readers guessing until the final, jaw-dropping twist. The pacing is relentless, with each chapter ending on a cliffhanger that compels readers to keep turning the pages late into the night.

In addition to its gripping plot, "The Fury" delves into deeper philosophical questions about the nature of identity, morality, and the power of the subconscious mind. Michaelides explores the ways in which trauma can shape our perceptions of reality, and the lengths to which we will go to protect ourselves from facing uncomfortable truths.

Overall, "The Fury" is a masterfully crafted thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. With its compelling characters, twisty plot, and thought-provoking themes, this novel solidifies Alex Michaelides' reputation as one of the most exciting voices in contemporary suspense fiction. Fans of psychological thrillers won't want to miss this haunting and unforgettable tale.

The Fury is Alex Michaelides' third book, and it has confirmed my decision to not read more of his books. I was torn after The Silent Patient and The Maidens, but wanted to keep giving him a chance to impress me or for me to see what everyone else loved about his books, but I couldn't get into this one at all.

My biggest issue was the unreliable narrator. Usually I love an unreliable narrator, but this one felt off to me. I never connected to the narrator at all, but felt like I was supposed to in order to enjoy the book, so it left me feeling strange. There are times Elliott seems to know things he shouldn't, so it made the story not as believable as it could've been. That took me out of it and made it hard to focus because I just didn't care or believe what was going on.

The pacing was just as bad as the narration. The first half drags on and on so slowly and I got bored incredibly quickly, but then when things actually started happening I felt like I was getting whiplash every second. The twists weren't exciting or realistic and I just didn't care about anything that happened to the characters.

Unfortunately, this book was the nail in the coffin for me. I wouldn't recommend this book, and I won't be reading more of his books.

This was my first Alex Michaelides read but I know many friends who loved The Silent Patient so I was excited that the publisher approved my request to read The Fury. I was unfortunately very disappointed in this read. I'm exhausted with this recent trend in fiction of filling the story with unlikeable characters. This book was slow to get to the plot and I stalled in the middle during the extremely long section of exposition and backstory. I made very little progress in this book over a month long period and realized when I looked back on the date I started reading that I was struggling to get through the book because I just plain wasn't enjoying it. I had to make a decision on whether to continue reading or quit at that point, and decided I needed to finish it. The bait and switch near the end was interesting but it took too long to get there and by that point, I hated all of the characters. There's obviously an audience for this kind of book, since it has become so prevalent, but it isn't me. I still plan to read the author's other two books based on their reviews.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publsiher for allowing me to ready a free copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review. Anything by Alex Michaelides is an automatic read for me, so I was ecstatic when I was approved to read this. As usual, he writes an amazing thriller with a fleshed out storyline and character. I thought I knew the twist and totally got it wrong, I just love how unpredictable and interesting his novels are! Highly recommend this novel to anyone who loves his other stories and is looking for another fun thriller.

I enjoyed this one but not as much as his other one. It was great as far as thrilling but lacked a little something more. It did keep me very interested and I will read more from him in the future!

"The Fury" by Alex Michaelides promises a tantalizing blend of murder mystery and love story set against the backdrop of a secluded Greek island. The narrative, told from the perspective of Elliot Chase, offers a unique and captivating twist on the classic whodunit. As a reclusive ex-movie star, Lana Farrar sets the stage for intrigue and suspense as she gathers her closest friends for Easter on her private island. Michaelides expertly crafts a tale filled with tension, betrayal, and hidden motives as old friendships unravel and secrets come to light. With its atmospheric setting and intricate plot, "The Fury" is sure to keep readers guessing until the very end. As Elliot Chase guides readers through the twists and turns of the story, they will be drawn into a gripping tale of deception, passion, and ultimately, redemption.

I was a huge fan of The Silent Patient, so I was excited to read the newest novel by the author. It was a bit slow, however I enjoyed Elliot. There was a lot of chapters that left me wanting more. The pace was too slow for me and then at the end everything falls in to place too fast.

I should have known anyone with her as a therapist would be messed up.

A who done it, Knives out tale but make it on a Greek island.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an advance readers copy in exchange for my review.

I was so excited to receive this arc, especially after reading The Silent Patient which I loved. The premise seemed very interesting but it took me a very long time to really get into the story. The buildup was as just too long to get to the actual mystery which did not keep me interested long enough to care how the story ended.

This was my least favorite book by this author. I felt like it was slow moving despite it being a shorter book & while twisty, he’s capable of so much more.
Thank you Net Galley & to the publisher for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Elliott is the highly unreliable narrator and best friend of Lana, a former movie star. His relationship to her can only be described as worship. A trip to the Greek isles goes horribly wrong with an untimely death and much confusion, but the plot spins out of control, especially for our narrator. Wonderfully plotted with callbacks to the authors previous books, this is not to be missed.

It was alright. Nothing spectacular and I still find The Silent Patient to be the author's best outing yet.

The Fury is an interesting thriller because it's written as if the reader and writer are having a casual conversation. I loved the silent patient so was sure i would feel the same about this, but it wasn't my favorite. Thank you netgalley and the publlsher for the arc in exchange for a review.

I could not get into this book at all. I ended up getting a physical copy from BOTM and I gave it away.

Elliot Chase has a story to tell, and he invites you the reader to hear it. The first few chapters were full of potential. I absolutely love the prospect of murder on an island, with a limited number of suspects and all that remote isolation to give it ominous vibes

At first, it didn’t do anything for me I mean, the story didn’t grip me but I finally reached the point when things started to happen. It hit me with one reveal after another, crafted amazingly to entertain the reader with amazement and delight. And I was definitely thankful for it.

So this is my first book by the author bit I had several books of his in my TBR. It’s time dust off the pile and look out for Alex Michealides’s books.

★ ★ ★.75/5

💭I truly don’t know how I feel about this book! I don’t want to compare it to The Silent patient (one of my favorite books ever) because it’s a different kind of book, but the author hits you with the same bang of twists which makes it juicy and almost fun to read? Like the dialect and the way it’s written makes murder fun? Does saying this make me give off serial killer vibes?! Anyways my point was that at some parts it fell a little flat for me BUT I still enjoyed the read!

It was twisty, sometimes a little predictable. I actually liked that the MMC was dramatic and told the tale as a type of play write. It was like modern day bougie Shakespearean with a touch of Greek mythology and so much deceit. MMC was also the most unreliable narrator and it made me actually LOL sometimes.

There were like 5 different endings & it was chaotic but probably the best part of the book. The REAL ending reference killed me and I loved it: IYKYK.

PS: if you haven’t read The Silent Patient but want to; read it first! This book has lowkey spoilers for it even if they don’t relate at all!

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review this book. I was granted this after the pub date, but nonetheless still read it to review.

Unfortunately, this story of murder did not quite grasp me as I had hoped. The premise was good and when I started reading it I was interested from the get go. However, it just took too long to get to the good stuff.

I was a huge fan of "The Silent Patient" and "The Maidens," so I couldn't wait to get my hands on Alex Michaelides new novel, "The Fury." Unfortunately, this book didn't blow me away like the others. The setting of the story is a private Green island where a retired movie star invites a small group of friends to spend Easter. What seems like a perfect getaway is upended by a murder. Although I was excited about the story taking place on a remote Greek island, the plot was dull and the narrator wasn't my favorite. Sadly, this one didn't capture my interest like the others.

Thank you to Alex Michaelides, Celadon Books and #NetGalley for the ARC and opportunity to read and review #TheFury.

The best thing I have to say about this novel is that I loved the location and set up- a private Greek island owned by a reclusive movie star who invites all of her friends for a week of R&R, when a murder occurs!

This book is narrated by Elliot Chase, and breaks the fourth wall in a way that fans of Benjamin Stevensons novels may enjoy. Unfortunately, I found Chase frequently patronizing, and he lacked the heart and wit of Stevensons own narrator, Ernest Cunningham. I just never felt connected enough to the characters or story to get hooked.

Michaelides is a fantastic writer, but I think he’s just not a great fit for me as a reader. I also struggled to get through The Silent Patient, even with the ending being such a satisfyingly twisty payoff. The last 100 pages or so are pretty good, but with a 5 mile long TBR list, life is too short to push through the first 200 pages or so of books we don’t connect with!

I really loved The Silent Patient but wasn’t blown away by The Maidens, so I went into this book with a healthy dose of skepticism, but I was very pleasantly surprised. It seems like this book wasn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but to be honest, I don’t really understand why. I was immediately absorbed in the story and couldn’t put it down. It was kind of disorganized and the timelines were a little bit confusing, but that’s kind of the whole point. It’s presented as someone telling you this story and admitting that they’re a biased and unreliable narrator. It’s part of the fun:

“But my hand isn’t firm. It’s weak and wildly erratic; like me. Disorganized and sentimental. You couldn’t imagine worse traits for a mystery writer. Thankfully I’m just an amateur — I’d never make a living at this.”

I thought it was gripping and unique and I loved living in their world for a little while. It reads like a cozy mystery and felt like a game of Clue. The ending didn’t overly wow me but beyond that, I really liked it!

Thank you to Celadon Books and NetGalley for the copy of this book in exchange for my honest review!!