I was so captivated by this story. It was so well paced and I was interested from start to finish.

She writes characters so well, I actually felt like I knew all of them personally. One of the really cool things you’ll get with Kiersten’s books are subtle pieces of information about a character’s personality, nothing glaring…she’s just smooth. I love when authors write characters well because it can really make or break a book. It’s so fun formulating opinions about the colorful cast of characters and when you get to the end, finding out if your instincts were right.

As I was reading this one I knew who I liked for Maggie from the start…I rooted for him and was so intrigued by him.

This was a more romance focused book than she usually writes but don’t worry there are still lots of twists, turns and bad behaviors to keep you entertained.

I felt like a fly on the wall in Maggie’s life and while the story was wrapped up nicely…I didn’t want it to end, I just wanted to keep hanging out awhile because I loved everyone in this story…well almost everyone.

I absolutely recommend this one…Kiersten sets the bar high and never disappoints.

I am writing this as I listen.
First LOVE the narrator. Tucker sounds hot AF. I love the typical midwest names too.
I love a good creepy house book too. YES the house has weird vibes and a stench. Perfect.
I am a little in love with Tucker even if he is a cheating jerk. He seems fun.
Give me 100 more of these books because I am so into it.

3.5 rounded up - ‘Hemlock’ is a twisty romantic suspense with obsession, manipulation, and instalust that isn’t confused for instalove.

This book has:
💥 a love triangle (or angle, really - her suitors are not interested in each other)
💥 open door smut
💥 twists I didn’t see coming
💥 small town, ordinary people
💥 murder
💥 deadly obsession
💥 tragic backstories

Overall this is more a romance than it is any other genre, but the mystery element is pretty strong (if, at times, far fetched) and it keeps the story going. Romance fans who get bored when the story is only pining and ‘kissing’ will enjoy this.

Thanks, NetGalley and Kiersten Modglin, for the gifted ARC in exchange for an honest review.

No surprise - I absolutely loved this book! From the romance to the twists, it was complete perfection. This is without a doubt my new favorite of hers and one of my favorite reads this year! GO READ THIS NOW!!!