I love a small town romance and the twist of her name pen pal being a man rather than a woman like she thought was done well. The way she had to deal with the loss of her best friend really hit close to home.

"Plot Twist" by Breea Keenan is an enthralling psychological thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. The story revolves around a successful author whose life takes a dark turn when she becomes embroiled in a real-life mystery that mirrors her fiction. As she navigates the blurred lines between her imagination and reality, secrets begin to surface, leading to a series of shocking revelations.

Keenan's writing is sharp and immersive, drawing readers into a world of suspense and intrigue. The characters are well-crafted, with complex motivations that add depth to the narrative. The protagonist's internal struggles and her quest for truth make her relatable and compelling.

The pacing is brisk, with unexpected twists that keep the plot dynamic and engaging. Just when readers think they have figured it all out, Keenan delivers another surprise, making the journey both thrilling and unpredictable.

Overall, "Plot Twist" is a masterful blend of psychological tension and literary cleverness. It's a must-read for fans of thrillers who enjoy intricate plots and character-driven stories. Keenan's ability to weave a narrative that challenges perceptions makes this book a standout in the genre.

Friends to lovers isn't always my favorite romance trope, but I did enjoy this, The elements of re-finding yourself are something I feel many of us go through at any age, really, and I enjoy when I get to read about it to know it's okay to keep changing and evolving! And while I am not a writer, I do love a book about authors. I would read this again.

I really appreciated how authentic the characters felt and how the relationships were portrayed in such a realistic way. The book was funny and relatable for much of the story, which kept me engaged. However, I did feel like the author may have overdone it a bit with the number of twists and turns. It almost seemed like the book tried to fit in every possible twist and trope, including a best friend's death, Riley being a single dad, a lot of family drama, hidden secrets, and even forced proximity—just to name a few. While these elements kept things interesting, it sometimes felt like too much.

Another aspect that was a bit disappointing was the lack of romance. Given the setup, I expected more romantic development, but it took a backseat to the other plot points. Additionally, I felt the flashbacks weren't necessary, and the information we gained from them could've been conveyed more seamlessly without interrupting the flow of the narrative.

Overall, while I enjoyed some parts of the story, it felt like the book could have benefited from focusing on fewer plot points to allow for deeper exploration of the characters and their relationships.

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Wonderful story, great character development, great writing! Highly recommend this book. I thoroughly enjoyed it

Thank you for the opportunity to review this advanced reader's edition. Unfortunately, I will not be able to give it the time required to write a thorough review and will be unable to read it for this purpose.

I loved this small town / friends to lovers rom com, set in Ireland and following Becca, who's life is falling apart, and is invited by her friend Riley (hopeless romantic), to his cottage in Ireland to see if they can help each other. Loved the dynamics between them and the slow burn romance but not in your face spice which was nice and like that is written in present day but has flashbacks which keeps it current. I look forward to reading more from Breea Keenan

It was a cute read.A lot was happening in a small story.As much as I enjoyed the story ,way too many tropes left my mouth sour.Overall a good pallette cleanser.

This was a fantastic feel good romance that covered some of my favourite tropes. I loved the mistaken identity situation and the level of support Riley gives Becca throughout the book.

I enjoyed that the story focused on writers trying to finish their novels and the various tropes that the two genres generally incorporate. The characters were loveable and the story covered serious topics in addition to the romance.

I would definitely read more from this author.

Plot Twist by Breea Keenan offers a fun and engaging narrative filled with unexpected turns and witty dialogue. While the plot may be entertaining, its reliance on familiar tropes might limit its impact for some readers.

Actual rating: 3,5
Let’s start this review saying how I loved that this book was set in Ireland. It was truly refreshing to read about a Scottish woman who goes to live temporarily in Ireland, especially when most stories that I read nowadays are set in the USA or in London.
Becca was a great character, and I was really into her story, I was very emotional about the whole grief that she goes through and her difficult feelings of discovering a secret from someone that she loves, misses and is grieving about. I do think this, and her character development was the highlight of the book. Saying that, I think this book could be easily market it as a literary fiction because the romance part wasn’t quite there. Becca and Riley’s friendship was really well developed and so is Becca’s friendship with Bridget and the other people around town, and it would have been great if the story had intended to do this. However, I think Becca and Riley’s romance lacked chemistry, so it took me awhile to get into the story because I wasn’t convinced about them as a couple. Once I realised that I was more connected to the other elements of the book, I stopped setting expectations for the romance and enjoyed the story.
Overall, it was very nice, and I think it’s a great book for those who love books about books with a small-town charm.

Thanks to NetGalley UK and Headline for sending me this advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

A cute read, that felt like a perfect pallette cleanser. I felt that there where a lot of different tropes mixed together, which worked well at times.

I am a sucker for any books about authors and Plot Twist definitely did not disappoint. This one is perfect for fans of Book Lovers and Beach Read by Emily Henry. It's one I can see myself revisiting again. So grateful for the chance to read it!

Becca is having a rough time her best friend has died, she hates her job and she doesn't know wherw her books is going.

Becca and Riley are both writers struggling to find the groove to keep writing they become friends through the Internet. And Riley offers for Becca to come stay with them in Ireland.


There are lots of plot twists and a lot of miscommunication for a short book but I guess that's what you get for a book called plot twist hahah.

I enjoyed myself it was an easy book to read I would say it was light hearted but there was a lot of sadness. But I guess it's similar to real life the light and the dark in someone's life.

Becca is a teacher and aspiring children’s author who just lost her best friend. Riley is a published author who invites her to stay with him and his daughter for the summer for a “writer’s retreat.” As the pair work together to finish their books, people from their past come knocking and shake up the beginnings of love.

Overall, I thought this was a cute romance. The beginning felt super rushed to me. It feels like a ton happened in just the first 3 chapters and gave me a little whiplash. Then the romance was cute, but felt a little rushed as well. I would have loved to see more romantic moments between our two leads. The side characters were so fun and I would love to have some spin off books about them!

Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

What a fabulous book! I loved it and its characters, Once I was a few chapters into it it was so hard to put down, you’re so invested in what happens next.
No spoilers so no really explaining about it, just that the main character is Becca and she is having a really tough time.
Read it and I’m sure you’ll love it!

Ich weiß ehrlich gesagt nicht, wie ich dieses Buch bewerten soll, da ich es aufgrund relativ kurzer Ausleihdauer (ohne Verlängerung) nicht lesen konnte.

"Plot Twist" was a fun read. I really enjoyed the romance and comedy throughout this story. I devoured this book and couldn't put it down!

I .hate givinga a books a little stars rating, but what can I say I just didn't feel this one.
I didn't connect to the MCs, to the storyline.
It was cute, but not for me.
2.5 stars

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for providing a copy in exchange for an honest review.

This will definitely work for many people – a cute little hangout vibes romance. For me, the characters were all a little too twee (or cruel with no dimension). At times it read like there was too little going on and it didn’t really hold my attention and then parts where the plot became convoluted.

Always happy to support Scottish authors but Plot Twist wasn’t the kind of romance book that I enjoy. If you like your romances very cutesy and fluffy then this could be for you.