The Fury was a completely unexpected read for me! I’ve read everything by Alex Michaelides so far and this one really took me by surprise. Unreachable private island, whodunnit, famous socialite scene, troubled/unreliable narrator, etc. It was a really fast paced story for me, but not my top read of his!

I have been waiting for more from Alex ! I devoured The Silent Patient and The Maidens so when I heard The Fury was coming I couldn’t WAIT to get my hands on it.

It did not disappoint! I think this one was a little slower to start with but the pay off is so worth it. This is not your typical murder mystery. As always , this author keeps you guessing to the very end. I think it’s always best to go into this type of story as blind as possible , so I won’t give anything away. But BUCKLE UP , it’s a wild ride!

The Fury by Alex Michaelides--this upcoming thriller has a premise that I like: 6 people on a private island and one is found murdered. Our narrator is Elliot and he tells the story by speaking directly to the reader. It becomes clear early on that Elliot is an unreliable narrator and the twisty truths of the story are revealed bit by bit. I was interested in the reveals but the characters were all unlikeable to me. The ending was kind of bananas too. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance digital copy of the book which releases on January 16.

There are no words, wow.

This is a story of murder but at the heart it's really a love story isn't it? Another slam dunk from this author. Our narrator, the witty (albeit it slightly off-putting) Elliot Chase takes us on the trip of a lifetime. On the private Greek island, Aura, fates will be aligned and sealed one fateful night.

A murder mystery? Maybe a little. But the depth of deception and emotions goes so much deeper. I don't want to spoil it but this is a can't-miss book!

At first I did not think I was going to like this book! It reads significantly differently that Alex’s past books- the perspective is different. Not only that, it is written in almost a play format.

Much to my surprise- similar to the Silent Patient, the book takes off with a series of twists and leaves the reader heavily invested in the story! The perspective ended up being incredibly relevant to the story, and the ending left me wanting to read more! I flew through this book, and I definitely will be- and HAVE been already recommending to other readers!

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!

I usually love thrillers that have secluded settings and/or unreliable narrators, but this one fell flat for me. The first half was SO promising and had me excited to continue, but the second half was such a bore. Once the 50% mark hit, it went back in time to set up what was coming later and it got very repetitive. I really didn’t like the writing style of this one and found the writing to be quite juvenile at times. I can’t say much else without spoiling it so I’ll end it with something I did like about the book. I liked how the title was mentioned multiple times throughout the book to describe different things. That’s something I haven’t really seen in many books, especially thrillers, so it was interesting to see. I feel like this is one that people will either love or hate and I unfortunately did not fall on the love side.

Just starting off by saying I have loved every book Alex Michaelides has written and have great appreciation for his work and writing. A thrilling journey of suspense and mystery, this Greek thriller captivates readers from beginning to end. A web of mystery is deftly woven by the author, keeping readers on the edge of their seats with shocking turns and adrenaline-pumping scenes. The compelling plot gains depth from the deft character development. The book is difficult to put down because of the swiftly it travels along. This novel offers an exciting experience that lasts long after the last page is turned, making it a must-read for any fan of the genre. Never disappointed by his work!

Thank you @netgalley and @celadonbooks for this advance copy.
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When I started this book, it didn’t seem like what I would expect from the author of The Silent Patient and The Maidens. All of his books are very different, and this one was not what I anticipated in the beginning. However, once the stage was set (IYKYK), I could not put it down! A unique take on the locked room mystery, with some mythology thrown in, which I loved. If you need likable characters, you won’t find them here. But if you love a unique, binge worthy wild ride, look no further.

3.75/5⭐️

My only other experience with Alex is the Silent Patient, and I can see some clear growth here. One thing I want to point out is at times I think I read too fast (my fault) and got confused on who was speaking or what was real. I don’t blame him again I think that’s my doing. At times things were slow and I was somewhat bored and I think jason could have been fleshed out more. Overall though I think it had enough twists that I could keep up with but at times I felt it was too much. The writing itself was very pretty and I appreciated it deeply. Was fun and a great read and I do suggest it!! Btw, that Theo reference :)
P.S. my family is from north of Athens so I can safely say the representation in this book is SPOT ON!!

“The Fury” is Alex Michaelides’s third novel. This book deals with a murder taking place on an island. However, twists abound - and no one is as innocent as they seem (or are they?). This narrator of this book, Elliot, is a playwright and he weaves this tale together much like a playwright would - there’s five acts, there’s backstory, there’s drama, there’s backstabbing, and there’s red herrings. I found this book an enjoyable read, though like other reviewers have mentioned during some of Elliot’s “this backstory part is important” it gave me time to mull on various outcomes - and I was a bit disappointed that I figured out the final twist. I cannot say that I loved this book (it reminded me a bit too much of a take on “Laura” (1944 starring Gene Tierney)) but I did read it rather quickly and it held my interest. Like others, though, the constant references to “the fury” did become a bit too much. However, if Michaelides is an author you like and you like the idea of a murder in a closed environment with a cast of colorful characters, this might be a book you’d enjoy.

Thank you to NetGalley & Celadon for the opportunity to read this ARC. I was so excited to read, as I loved The Silent Patient. This one is hard for me to rate, but going with 3.5 stars. I think the style of the book just isn't for me, but I could see other readers enjoying it. At first I felt kind of confused by all the characters & Greek mythology/ references. The beginning felt kind of slow & I did not like the narrator. The latter half of the book picked up, & I enjoyed the ending but just not my favorite overall.

I have read other books by Alex Michaeilides and thoroughly enjoyed them, so I have kept an eye out for anything new by this author.

The narrator, Elliott, is also the main character in the book. Anyone reading this will discover that fact fairly quickly. He lets you know early on that he has had a difficult childhood with abuse from bullies and family members. However, he has carefully worked since then to come across as a successful man who is intelligent and well used to traveling in circles with famous people. He also portrays himself as an honest man who will always tell the truth.But does he?

Other important characters include Lana--a famous actress who Elliott has been infatuated with since an early age, her husband Jason, and her close friend Kate another actor. The twisty story mostly takes place on a private island where Lana owns a second home. The setting adds a rather atmospheric touch to the story with the local local winds being a main factor. The characterization is also extremely well done with the small details that bring each of them to life.

I thoroughly enjoyed the book.

Thank you to netgalley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Wow. I’m not really sure where to even start. I loved this authors first book, ( the silent patient) and was underwhelmed by his second ( the Maidens ) so the fury was really going to make or break this author for me.

I have to say, I was bored by acts 1,2 and 3. I did enjoy the “twist,” but then it just kept on getting twistier and I found it hard to follow. I also did not enjoy that the narrator was speaking to the reader, letting us know that he was narrating the story, and throwing his commentary into the book.
Elliot was a psycho, for sure. I didn’t expect the ending, but overall I did not love this thriller.

Thank you to NetGalley, Celadon Books, and Alex Michaelides for the opportunity to read an ARC of this title!

Anyone expecting a great follow-up to “The Silent Patient” may find themselves sorely disappointed.

I was left feeling a bit underwhelmed with “The Fury”. I found the first half a bit dull, to be honest, but I was intrigued enough to keep going. I liked the spirit of the “whodunit” and the twist in the middle that piqued my curiosity. I’m not a fan of the ending.

I didn’t hate it, but not sure that I would read it again.

This was a very slow thriller. I loved this author’s previous book, The Silent Patient, so I was very excited to read this new book.
However, I found the style of writing a bit bizarre.
As we begin, we find a narrator “ talking” directly to us, the reader. He tells us that someone will die, but then delves into several side stories, before returning to the murder plot. I was a bit bored until the halfway point of the book, almost giving up, until I remembered Mr. Michaelides’ previous, wonderful novels.
At the halfway point, we finally read a plot developing, however it was very confusing, still switching plots a few times.
I’m sorry I can only give this book 3 stars, and I was very disappointed.
Thank you to NetGalley and Celadon publishing for the ARC and the opportunity to read and review this book.

I found the writing style of this book interesting at first, but then it became cumbersome to read. The narrator addressed the reader as if he were talking to the reader one-on-one in a bar, so it was different at first but then got tiring. The first half of the plot was somewhat tedious and slow, but then it picked up very quickly in the second half. Great twists that I didn't see coming so the second half was a quick read.

ARC provided by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Completely captivating.
Masterfully plotted.
Entirely different reading experience vs the listening to the author's others tho so enjoyed.
Atmospheric & moody.
Short choppy chapters heightened the tension and relentless pace.
Evil eye cover added meaning & richness.
Not a fan of the ending.

With great thanks to NetGalley & Celadon Books for this e-ARC!

Thank you to Celadon Books and Netgalley for the Advanced copy of the Fury!

I have read Alex Michaeilides's other books and I loved them. The Fury is an amazing thriller and I love the fact that is set on a Greek island. It keeps you captivated and especially the 2nd half of the book flew by!
I would definitely buy a copy of this book to have it in my collection.

Thank you again Celadon Books and Netgalley!

Lana Farrar is a beloved retired movie star. She happily lives out of the spotlight with her husband and son. Annually she invites her closest friends for a beautiful getaway at her private island in Greece.
This year things take a deadly turn. When the wild winds of the Aegean Sea leave them stranded on the island, long kept secrets will be exposed, love will be tested and shots will be fired.
And not everyone will leave the island alive.
If you think you know this story, you don’t.
This book is filled with twists and turns and left me completely floored.

There are certain elements in this book that have similarities to The Silent Patient but it didn’t take away from the story as a whole.
What I think Alex Michaelides does very well is telling cautionary tales. Because at the heart of this story, that’s what it is. He pulls back the layers of the characters and explores what can happen to the human psyche when you don’t heal from your past trauma.
I will be posting my review on my Instagram page closer to release date.
Thank you so much NetGalley for giving me this e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

This story is told as a five act play. It’s interesting that the author chose 5 acts, since Greek tragedies are normally 3 acts. Perhaps that’s what makes it so clever. The narrator, Elliott, is unlike any I’ve ever encountered. He is unreliable as all get out.

This author is an expert at plot twists and themes of revenge and obsession. None of the characters in this book have any redeeming qualities and yet we, the readers, are sucked in, wanting more and more and more.

A movie star invites a few friends to join her and her husband and son for a weekend on an island in Greece. It should be a relaxing weekend of fun and partying. Instead, everyone has sinister ulterior motives.

For all the plotting in this story, at its heart, this is really a character and psychological study and it did not disappoint. It can take a bit to get into however, so stick with it. I promise you the ending will be with it.

Also, I loved the mention of Nova Scotia and the nod to the Silent Patient, which started it all.

Thank you to NetGalley and Celadon Books for the ARC of one of my most anticipated reads of 2024, in exchange for an honest review.