A gripping read but also unbelievable coincidences and plot line. But for what it is it's very readable

This book was great! It was fast-paced and thrilling. I also loved the fact that the main character was from El Paso, Texas! I am from El Paso, so this reminded me of home. I am so glad that Margo found herself! I think this book did a great job of showing how our plans can change over time. Our priorities shift as we get older or as things happen to us. Margo found a greater purpose after all that she went through. There is some romance in the book as well, which was a nice touch! If you like a strong FMC, a crazy dictator, familial, and romantic relationship, then this book is for you!

Thank you NetGalley for giving me the chance to read this book ahead of time in exchange for a review. It didn't disappoint! Must read!!

I thought this book was okay. It was a thriller but very far fetched at times. Margo is a photographer who becomes involved with a dictator who has a strange obsession with her. He turns out to be far more evil than she realized and has to try to get her life back after agreeing to work for him. I enjoyed the strong female characters and the fact that women were helping women. Overall, it was a quick read and is available now in paperback and e-readers Thank you to NetGalley for my ARC.! All thoughts and opinions are my own!

Portrait of Deception by Kathryn Dodson

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A really fast paced and unique thriller that has so many layers!

I was drawn to this book as I studied photography at college and I’ve never really seen any books that follow a photographer in the way that this book does. I was really lucky to get access to an ARC copy of this through NetGalley.

The book was unique in many other ways too- it had political ties and covered some war aspects as well which isn’t my usual type of book but I did really enjoy it.

There were enough characters involved throughout to keep a good depth and the plot progressed really well, I was racing through the chapters despite them being on the longer side!

The only thing that let this book down a bit was the pacing towards the end. I feel the build up to everything was really well done except when it got to the last 20% or so of the book. It felt packed with action but in a rushed way really which was a little disappointing after the rest of the book being so enjoyable. The story itself wasn’t a let down though and I really did enjoy it.

The style of writing is mediocre and a little disappointing but the story was a fun/fast read. The author/editors should verify some information about cultures, places, and people. Spotted some mistakes in the book including: Hindi instead of Hindu. I do appreciate the incorporation of different cultures and diversity.

Good book! This book had a bit of everything! It had suspense, Action, intrigue, mystery, murder, revenge, lust, greed, and some crazy twists and turns! The storyline was very interesting and kept me glued to my Kindle!! I definitely recommend reading this book as it was well worth reading! Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!