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4.5 stars rounded up
I devoured this and couldn’t put it down. Suspenseful and twisty, full of obsession and stalking, an absolute page turner! The main character was a complete mess and I couldn’t get enough. And about that plot twist? Excuse me while I’m still picking my jaw up off the floor. This was a face paced thriller and one of the best thrillers I’ve read this year.

OHH MY GOSH!!!!!!! Y'all, the gasp I just gasped at the end of this book has my head spinning. JUST WOW!!

I love a good psychological thriller. What makes this one top tier? The main character is a psychiatrist.

Meredith's world is turned upside down when her husband, a famous hockey player, kills a mother and daughter while driving drunk, also killing himself. Meredith has known about his substance abuse of pain killers and alcohol ever since his injury on the ice a few months prior.. Turning a blind eye to keep peace between angry husband, she now carries the guilt of that family's deaths and holds herself accountable for not stepping in to confront her husband about his addictions.

Gabriel is the husband and father of the two that were killed during the accident, and Meredith has seen him around town with women and casually smiling and living his life. Not able to understand how he can be happy without his wife and daughter, Meredith starts to follow Gabriel.

When Gabriel shows up at her office as a new patient, Meredith becomes obsessed and suspicious. Does Gabriel know she's the wife of the man who killed his family? Is he messing with her? Nothing is what it seems, especially with unreliable characters.

A rollercoaster of a novel, this was so fun to read and kept me turning the pages late at night. Thank you Net Galley and Atria\Emily Bestler Books for the arc.

Dr. Meredith McCall, a psychiatrist in New York, is unraveling after the death of her husband and the tragedy surrounding his choices. Doing her best to move on and return to normalcy, she runs into Gabriel Wright, a man connected to the tragedy, and a new obsession begins. Vi Keeland's psychological thriller is addicting, suspenseful, and full of plot twists.

Meredith is going through it. It's almost been two years since her husband lost his life in a car accident which also led to the deaths of two bystanders, a mom and her daughter. Although her husband was the one behind the wheel, she blames herself. He was struggling with prescription opioids after an injury and unbeknownst to her he stole her prescription pad. For this, her license to practice is suspended. The chapters are written in then and now, so you get to see her past and how it affected her present life.

Two years after her husband's death, she is carrying about her day and sees Gabriel Wright, the man who lost his wife and daughter in the accident. He is smiling and laughing and she wants to know how he does it. She knows everyone's grieving process is different, but how could he have gotten over it so quickly? That piques her interest and becomes curious. So, she begins to start a new routine which is centered around Gabriel. She may call it research while others say it's stalking. She opens up in her own sessions with a psychiatrist and he recommends she stop and start a new routine, but then the unthinkable happens; Gabriel walks into her office as a new patient. Is it a coincidence? It has to be..because what else could it possibly be?

I found myself so absorbed in the writing and story. I began reading it right before bed and told myself to stop..and that didn't last long. I fell asleep, woke up in the middle of the night, and continued to read it until I finished it early in the morning. My eyebags were worth it ;). I have always read Vi Keeland and her romance stories and while this did have a romantic aspect I think this book solidified her writing prowess; she could write in any genre of her choosing and I think I'd enjoy it. Honestly, I don't read as many psychological thrillers as I would like, but now I want to pick up some more. The Unraveling is a must-read that will grab your attention, give you chills, but keep you coming back for more.

Uh.. hello?! Why is no one talking about this book?!

My mind is still in shambles after reading this story.
I have so many WTF moments as I was reading the last few chapters.

The jaw-dropping twist was so unexpected that I had to re-read a whole chapter.
I didn't expect that at all.
My mind was utterly stunned when all the revelations began to make sense.

This is my first time reading a thriller story from Vi Keeland, and I'm surprised. I have been reading her books way way back many years ago, and everything was romance, so for her to write this kind of story,
It didn't disappoint me at all.
I hope she writes more books with this kind of genre.

If you're into the crime/thriller genre with stalking and surprising twists and turns, then this book is 100% perfect for you.
I highly recommend this one.
You won't regret it!

Both therapists and their patients may well be blown away by this thriller. It poses questions about the boundaries in relationships between these two parties. The pages turn as readers hold their breath to see what will happen next.

Those who like twisty stories and who are okay with some darkness may want to give this one a look.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Atria Books for this title. All opinions are my own.

A remarkable thriller debut from a romance author. A little sexy, a lot addictive and more twisty than expected.

The Unraveling is psychological thriller at its best. It was gripping and unputdownable. I though I knew exactly where it was going, but the author had some delight surprising twists that caught me off guard.

One of those reads that you’ve got to finish in one go. Like the story, you get obsessed - you do want to know where it’s going, how it will end.

Meredith a psychiatrist, is trying to recover from a terrible trauma in her life. She knows she is drifting and that her life is a camouflage for what her actual feelings are. Coming into contact with the husband of the victim of the car crash which also killed her own husband, gives Meredith the focus that was lacking for so long. The story starts from there, with many, many layers added on as the story progresses.

In a twisted case of being the stalker and then being stalked, the story unravels slowly in alternate angles
In a scenario where you the reader thinks you’ve got the story figured out Keeland throws another story into the mix and momentarily you feel that you are on the correct track to sort this story. You are wrong right to the end.

Complicated, twisted and very good reading, one needs a break from psychological thrillers after this one (for a bit anyway).

This book has the perfect title! I could feel the characters’ lives unraveling as they dealt with their grief. As the story developed and the suspense built, I found myself thinking ahead to what I expected to happen, but the twists in the plot caught me! Such a good read!

Already being a huge fan of this authors romance books I of course had to try out her first thriller! And to say I was happily surprised is an understatement. The story is interesting and has enough twists and turns to keep you guessing. The ending left me a bit unsure of what I had just read in the best way. So if you like an ending that makes you wonder… what now? This book is for you!

Thank you #NetGalley and #AtriaBooks for the chance to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is my first book by Vi Keenland and it certainly won’t be my last! I ended up buying a copy of this for my physical bookshelf.

Here are the things that I enjoyed most:
- The dual timelines- perfectly executed (and that’s not easy to do!)
- The fast pace without losing sight of the key plot - I was reading at breakneck speeds because I was desperate to see how it ended
- All of the secrets with a touch of spice (well done!)

I am eagerly awaiting the next read! Happy reading!

Thank you to Atria and NetGalley for the e-ARC.

There were surprises in this book that I was not even aware to look for. It left me guessing and doubting everything. The plot was intriguing, intense, and well-developed. I enjoy reading romance novels the most since I love good love stories. I do, however, like to occasionally venture outside of my comfort zone, and reading The Unraveling was absolutely one of those times. The author's rollercoaster journey held my attention from beginning to end.

If you want a spicy, stalker, psychological thriller this it. I read this book in 2 quick sittings I could not put it down. I never knew what was coming next and the book was full of tension. I’d recommend this to anyone..

I was absolutely riveted from the start. This isn't the type of psychological thriller where you kind of roll your eyes and think "why are you doing this". This is the type where you completely understand why Meredith is doing what she is doing. The concept of a psychiatrist going completely unhinged after the lose of her husband could be cringe-y but this was completely addicting. Not only does Meredith have an issue with suffering from serious grief, but she makes some very unethical decisions regarding her patience and her practice. I was on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next and I wasn't not disappointed. This was deceit written right and I will be thinking about this book for awhile.

WHAT DID I JUST READ??? I finished this book yesterday and have had to sit with it for a while to gather my thoughts. I was drawn in from the beginning of the story.

Meredith is a psychiatrist who is left reeling after a tragedy turns her world upside down. She eventually comes into contact with Gabriel, a man who is linked to her tragic past. She develops somewhat of an obsession with him after seeing how happy he seems, while her life is still in shambles. Gabriel then ends up in her office as a patient, and while she knows it is completely unethical to treat him, she feels drawn to him and she takes him on as a patient. Soon Meredith is even worse off than she was before, and her life keeps spiraling.

This was a very interesting book that held my attention and kept me wondering where the story was headed. Meredith was a bit like a train wreck. Her life was falling apart and she was making it worse, but I couldn’t not keep reading. The twist was something that I had seen coming, but then the twist after the twist had my jaw dropping. The FINAL twist was what got me though. It’s been 24 hours and I’m still not sure how I feel about it. It’s almost like it was thrown in for shock value, and it could have been left out and the book would have been fine. So I’m rating 3.5 stars rounded up to 4.

It’s definitely worth the read, but the ending fell flat for me. So thankful to NetGalley, Atria Books, an Vi Keeneland for the opportunity to read this book and share my thoughts.

Tense and twisty, this book should have been five stars. But we'll get to that in a minute.

I loved the premise of this novel. Meredith McCall's life has been turned upside down. Once the wife of a beloved hockey player, Meredith knows all about addiction and loss. She's trying to pick her life up, but when someone tied to her grief shows up in her world, she becomes obsessed.

As Meredith quickly begins to unravel, the question becomes: who's obsessed with who?

I really enjoyed most of this book. The back and forth between the past and the present kept me going, and I was devastated for Meredith and what her life had become after the choices her husband makes. For most of the book, this was a solid five stars. I loved the pacing, I loved the backstory, I loved being in Meredith's head and she began to lose her mind and make insane choices.

That said, the end of this book gave me vibes of another book that has eventually become a TV series. I won't name names because I don't want to spoil anything, but because of this, the end was a let down for me. I thrive on new ideas and this just didn't stick the landing. Maybe next time?

Our July pick for @thrillersbythebookclub.MKE was THE UNRAVELING by Vi Keeland!

Thank you @atriabooks for partnering with us and sending us copies! All 24 of us made it to book club this month 🥰

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I was immediately drawn in and read the first 100 pages in one sitting. I love psychological thrillers and this one was super binge-worthy. It was juicy that the main character is a psychiatrist and we get a glimpse into some dynamics with a patient 👀

This was the author’s thriller debut — our thriller book club had a great time discussing the spice level 😂 some members thought it was VERY spicy while the romance readers in the group didn’t find it as spicy 🤣

The twist at the end shocked me 😮 I really enjoyed this one!

AAhh this book was SO fun! The title is absolutely perfect because you're really reading a novel of a woman straight up losing her mind - and honestly, she had every right to!

Meredith is a psychiatrist who loses all grip on reality and her ethical standards after her husband uses her prescription pad to write himself oxy prescriptions and ends up killing himself and a mother and child in a car accident while under the influence. It's devastating and heartbreaking on so many levels. When Meredith runs into the husband/father of the mother and daughter that her husband killed, she spirals out of control. One wild coincidence after another happens and we witness what happens when you just keep toeing the line....

This book had surprises I didn't even know to look for. It kept me guessing and questioning everything. I couldn't put it down and was always eager to pick it back up when I had. The plot was well developed, exciting, and totally thrilling. I felt empathy for Meredith even while shaking my head at all the bad decisions she just couldn't help herself from making.

This book would translate to a mini series so well. It's edgy, sexy, and super well executed. Overall, this book was fantastic and I very highly recommend!

Thank you to Atria and NetGalley for the copy.

Buckle up because this book is a wild ride. From start to finish, I did not know who to believe. I was shocked repeatedly throughout even until the very last page. If you are a fan of the show or book ‘You’ plus you like some spice in your psychological thrillers, then this is the book for you. Thanks to Net Galley, Vi Keeland, and Atria Books for allowing me to review this one. This one had me questioning everything I thought with each turn of the page. Grab your copy today, and I can bet you won’t be disappointed.

𝚁𝚊𝚝𝚒𝚗𝚐: 4.5⭐️
𝙶𝚎𝚗𝚛𝚎: thriller 📚

𝙼𝚢 𝚃𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑𝚝𝚜:
I love a good thriller with some spice, and this one delivered!

𝚁𝚎𝚊𝚍 𝚒𝚏 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚕𝚒𝚔𝚎:
Psychological thrillers
Crazy stalkers
Unexpected endings
Entertaining and addicting reads
Psychiatrist FMC
NYC setting
Dark and suspenseful reads
Dual timelines

𝚃𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐𝚜 𝙸 𝚕𝚒𝚔𝚎𝚍:
The ending!
Short chapters

𝚃𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐𝚜 𝙸 𝚍𝚒𝚍𝚗’𝚝 𝚌𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚏𝚘𝚛:
The characters could have used a little more depth