An absolutely engrossing thriller! A psychiatrist becomes obsessed with a man who later becomes her patient. Literally could not put this one down and read in one sitting. I can’t wait to recommend on pub day! Thanks so much for the opportunity to read in advance.

This was a little slow, and not very twisty. Still, I enjoyed it. The characters were great, and I liked the connections between them. This was a pretty good balance between tense and smutty, which is all I want from my thrillers. I actually really dug the ending too. I've never read any of Vi Keeland's work before this, but this made me want to check out more of her books.

3.5 stars!

I really enjoyed this book… I love psychological fiction with therapists in the storyline so you can get into the minds of the characters. Intriguing with great dialogue! I don’t feel the ending was rushed, but with all the twists and turns I wish it was longer.

This was one intense read that sucks you in and doesn't let you go until the very end. I'm going to be careful with what I write here so that I don't take away any of the twists and turns that make this one heck of a read but I will say that I did find myself wanting to slap some sense into Meredith! One thing is for sure: guilt can do some serious damage and what you see on the surface should be taken with caution.

Wow. The Unraveling was a fast and addictive read for sure. I’ve never read this author before but I will be reading her from now on!

Meredith is grieving her hockey star husbands death and becomes obsessed with the husband of the woman he killed while driving under the influence. It’s a sad premise really and It’s confusing at first but holy crap on a cracker I feel dirty after reading this one. 🙈

The perfect obsessive thriller and twisty too. I did see the ending coming but still enjoyed it and was glad I was correct as it made the story that much more creepy and intriguing.

What a binge read. Thanks to Atria and NetGalley for my early copy. It got lived to the front of my e-TBR and I’m not sorry.

Pick this up for a fast easy but creepy popcorn thriller.

This book was so good. So twisty and turny.. I had anice time reading this and read it so fast. Thank you Netgalley

Oh I loved how it raises the stakes even more as the reader tries to unravel the truth and what to accept. It’s definitely a novel that will keep you thinking way past the last page.

Wow, this book keeps you on your toes. I felt like a detective reading, trying to find clues. It's so sad what happened to Meredith and Gabriel such tragedies. They each have had their own grieving processes, so many twist and turns in this book that you don't see coming. I couldn't put it down. Even with the ending and finding out all these things, is it weird that I still want a Mer and Gabriel ending. What does that say about me? 🤷‍♀️🤣 Vi Keeland has outdone herself yet again! ❤️

Dr Meridith Mc Call is struggling to move on after the loss of her husband. She becomes obsessed with Gabrielle Wright as he seems happy. She wonders how that can be and starts stalking him.

Meredith keeps crossing over lines she shouldn’t but she can’t stop herself. She is out of control and becomes more paranoid. Is she being followed? Someone is messing with her and she doesn’t know who to trust.

This had creepy vibes as so much weird things happen but keeps you wondering what the truth is. The ending was a surprise twist. What?

What in the world did I just read? Well, folks, let me tell you, after diving into the latest chapter of this book, I guarantee you'll be asking yourselves the same question, mouth agape, eyes wide, lost in a daze, unsure of what just blindsided you out of nowhere. That's exactly how I'm feeling right now!

When I discovered that Vi Keeland had penned a psychological thriller, I pumped my fist in the air and exclaimed, "Send it my way!" Thankfully, Atria Books granted my wish. As a romance author, she's one of my go-to writers for steamy, heart-wrenching, addictive reads, and I devour everything she co-writes with Penelope Ward. If you haven't delved into her previous works, I highly recommend checking them out and perhaps sending me some chocolate as a token of your gratitude for the recommendation.

Now, diving into the realm of psychological thrillers is a whole different ball game, but if other romance queens like Colleen Hoover, Tarryn Fisher, and Alessandra Torre can venture into the dark side and deliver exemplary thrillers, then why not Vi Keeland? I placed my trust in her storytelling prowess, and upon finishing the book, I can confidently say that trust was not misplaced! This was one heck of a wild, gripping, chilling ride that keeps you on the edge of your seat, delivering sucker punches at the most unexpected moments!

I was on a six-hour-long international flight when I cracked open this book. Despite being sleep-deprived, I thought I could manage to read a few pages before dozing off. But as soon as I delved into the first few chapters, sleep became a distant dream. There was no way I was closing my eyes until I finished this book! It was a riveting, addictive page-turner that pushed me out of my comfort zone, and I was completely okay with that. When I reached the last chapter, I was so engrossed that the entire cabin crew had to intervene, urging me to disembark the plane as I pleaded for just three more pages. Once you start something that's utterly unputdownable, resistance is futile, am I right?

Anyway, after being involuntarily dragged off the plane, I managed to read the epilogue, and let me tell you, I let out quite a scream! While I anticipated some twists, the final revelation was a well-played surprise that elicited my favorite villainous laugh.

Let me give you a quick rundown of the plot: We follow aspiring psychiatrist Meredith McCall, whose license has been revoked for a year. She's seeking therapy to heal from her own grief, filled with guilt, shame, and self-deprecation. A year ago, she was happily married to a rising hockey star, even planning to start a family. But now, she's lonely, fixated on a charismatic English professor named Gabriel Wright—the same man whose life she and her husband shattered. But how? What tragic events led to the ruin of this man's life? And why is Meredith obsessively following him?

When Meredith finally returns to her job, contemplating a fresh start and even considering dating apps, a new patient enters her office and turns her world upside down. It's none other than Gabriel Wright, seeking treatment and discussing his losses. Meredith finds herself torn between crossing ethical and moral boundaries to help the man she wronged and recognizing the dangerous game she's entangled in, especially as mysterious gifts begin to appear, intruding into her life. Is she in more danger than she realizes?

Overall, this book is highly entertaining, incredibly addictive, and boasts a fast-paced narrative that I thoroughly enjoyed! I sincerely hope Vi Keeland delves further into the realm of psychological mysteries because the dark side suits her exceptionally well.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Atria Books / Emily Bestler Books for providing me with this addictive ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Whoa! What an explosive ride this was! You know where the MC just turns into a complete train wreck and every-single-freaking-decision they make is just disastrous. Yep, that one. I have to be completely honest here and admit this was quite the guilty pleasure. Yes, I admit I enjoyed a popcorn thriller. Sue me. 😳

Meredith McCall is our disaster of a MC. A psychiatrist who starts out strong and then just begins to plummet. Her life is a mess after a terrifying accident occurs. She feels compelled to follow one of the victims. ** Stalking is never a good idea **

One day, the man she’s been following, Gabriel, walks into her practice, only now he has become a patient. She begins to walk a tight line between what’s morally right to everything that is morally wrong. We got a psychiatrist who needs a psychiatrist and is even secretly looking for advice from another patient, who is just as bonkers, y’all.

Here’s the deal, decisions Meredith makes reminded me of my 20’s 🤣. Lord knows I made plenty of mistakes, especially when it came to men. She just takes it to a forbidden level. Throughout the story I wanted to yell Nooooooo! DO NOT DO THAT! My friends and family probably did the same thing. 😳

What was the accident really about and to whom? Why does Meredith feel compelled to follow Gabriel in the first place? Does Gabriel really know who she is and how they are connected?

These are things you will have to find out! Could not put this down. Definitely a popcorn thriller. Oh, and a little smut tied in too. If you enjoy both of those, check this one out!

I’d like to thank Atria Books, NetGalley and Vi Keeland for the opportunity. All opinions are my own. Release date July 9, 2024
3.5 ⭐️ raised to 4

This debut thriller by Vi is AMAZING!! I could not put this down!! The twist at the end will blow your mind. Well done!!

dark and spooky read!!! lots of interesting plot twists. the ending kind of threw me for a loop, but still great overall!

I could not put this down, it is so engrossing and intriguing.
Thrillers are usually not my go to but when I found out Vi Keeland was writing one I had to read it. I’m so glad I did because I loved it.
I can’t really say anything because I don’t want to spoil it but that ending was shocking. Who’s stalking who?

This is by far one of the best books I have read of Vi Keeland's. I love all of her books. Completely different from her usual genre, this thriller will have you hooked and wanting to know more. I read it all in one night as couldn't put it down. Hoping for some more books of this type in the near future 🥰.

I wasn't able to out this book down! For a debut Thriller Vi blew me away. I was engrossed from the start for the book to the very end.
That ending...... I still can't get over it. Follow the hints, go in blind and prepare yourself for something amazing.
You think you know what's happening and who is who, but you don't! Prepare yourself for this amazing book! Congratulations on such a fantastic new genre.

Wow, Just Wow! Dr. Meredith McCall is a psychiatrist who is dealing with her own uncertainties after a tragedy. Gabriel Wright is connected to her past but does not seem to be affected in the same way. Why? What really happened that ties these two together? Get ready for the little bread crumbs that lead you to a shocker of a twist. What a brilliant emotional thriller that leaves you on the edge of your seat until the very end. I could not put this book down. It just draws you in until you’re captured into this unfolding thriller. This is told in past and present so you can slowly unravel the mystery behind what happened to Meredith and Gabriel. Told in first person and Meredith’s POV & A top read of 2024!