This was a fun and drama filled domestic thriller. I think the success of this book really hinges on how well the reader connects with Priscilla. So much of this book is about Priscilla and everything that is going on in her life with her work, her marriage, and her friendships that the actual mystery of her missing friend feels like it's secondary to the story. I did enjoy the flashbacks from Lupe's perspective before she was murdered but the twist in the story is pretty obvious about halfway through so most of the flashbacks felt unnecessary after that point. However, I did think the final reveal was shocking and the drama at the end was suspenseful.

A fairly good thriller about a group of women in Los Angeles, Dionne, Alexis, Zoe, Chanel and Val, who were sorority sisters at Arcadia in Northern California. In a 2025 trial Travis Wolfe was convicted of killing their sixth sister, Lupe, when they were all present (or present adjacent.). Now Travis is being released after ten years in prison because of prosecutorial error.

One of the women has a party, reuniting sorority sisters. Zoe disappears.

There were some things I liked about the book. The women are all African-American, but the book does not lean too heavily into this to the exclusion of all else. There are plenty of references, but mostly they are just people (albeit mostly wealthy, beautiful people) going through a terrible experience.

On the other side, the book was 400 pages, far too long. I thought it was easy to tell who the bad guy was going to be and I also predicted and few of the other “twists,” if you can even call them that. The book was well written, but I thought the plotting could have been better.

I tore through this book! The mystery and plot kept me on the edge of my seat and I couldn’t put this book down. I haven’t read a book that pulled me in so intensely in a while. Amber did a phenomenal job at hooking the readers in. Thank you for the opportunity to enjoy this ARC!

The Zetas reunite after 10 years of being apart. The last time they saw each other was during the murder trial of their sister, Lupé, where they testified that they were convinced her stalker killed her. At the reunion party, it comes up how Lupé’s killer was recently released. The women think nothing of it, until their friend Zoë doesn’t return home after the Zeta party at Priscilla’s house. Priscilla begins her own investigation into what happened to Zoë, and if the rest of them are safe.

Wow, this book had me on the edge of my seat! I did not want to put it down. It had the perfect amount of twists and moments of shock. While I was able to get an idea of what the reveal might be, the writing made my doubt myself multiple times while reading. Just when you think you know what’s going on, you’re so wrong. I also loved the ending - which was jam-packed with action as they battled the antagonist. The wrap up in the end was bittersweet, and I appreciated the messaging within. Also why did I tear up a few times?? lol. I honestly have no notes; it was perfectly executed in my opinion. I would love to read more from this duo!

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book was a good read. I really liked the character development of Priscilla. This book is a great mystery/thriller read. I love a dual perspective story and this book does a good job of flipping between the characters and I did not feel lost. Loved the twist and turns of this book. Would recommend this to others.

Zetas Till We Die by Amber & Danielle Brown

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Pub Date: September 10, 2024

A whodunnit style thriller, Zetas Til We Die follows the lives of 6 sorority sisters who reunite for the first time since graduating college and the murder of a fellow sister, Lupe. With Lupe’s killer released from prison on a technicality, Priscilla and the ladies go on high alert when their other sister Zoë goes missing after a wild party.

Zetas Till We Die was a solid 4 star read. Let me tell you, I did not trust ANYONE in this book. Everyone is a suspect and we have a somewhat unreliable narrator in Priscilla since she doesn’t remember anything that happened at the party. You could say that it’s a little predictable, but I will say…I was still shocked. The red herrings are off the charts!

I really enjoyed the use of flashbacks to tell the story. It helped build the suspense in a slow burn type of way. I do with the pacing was a little bit faster at the beginning which is why it is a 4 star for me. Other than that, I loved Zetas Till We Die!

Thank you to NetGalley, Harlequin, and Amber & Danielle Brown for this ARC!

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Gripping and intriguing mystery/thriller that kept me hooked and reading. Thoroughly enjoyed it
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

Thank you Netgalley for the opportunity to read the ARC. Such a great book filled with great main and sub plots. I rate this book a 4 out of 5. I was engaged throughout the book and kept wanting to pick it up to read more!

Zetas Till We Die is an exciting thriller that keeps you on edge as old friends reunite under chilling circumstances. Ten years after the death of their sorority sister, Lupe, Priscilla and her Zeta Phi Zeta sisters gather for a wild reunion—only to find that the past isn't done with them. The release of Lupe's killer and a new disappearance heighten the tension, as secrets from the night of Lupe's death resurface. Being in a sorority myself, I loved the references to sisterhood and the college days. Overall, this was a gripping and enjoyable thriller that had me hooked from start to finish!

This book gave me the overall feeling of meh. If you want a fast read and don’t care too much about the details then go for it. I liked the premise but I didn’t like the mystery overall.

Right from the start, Zetas Till We Die begins with a strong and compelling premise. Reuniting a decade after the tragic death of one of their own, Zeta Phi Zeta sorority sisters must now face the release of her killer from prison. Despite this looming dark cloud hanging over the girl’s heads, Priscilla insists of the reunion – stating it’s what their sister, Lupe, would have wanted. As old tensions resurface and one of the sisters goes missing, Priscilla begins to dig deeper into what truly happened that night 10 years ago.

The use of flashbacks and multiple POV’s helps unravel the story with an effective pacing that keeps you intrigued throughout. I also enjoyed the mixed media involved with the use of trial transcripts. It lends an authenticity to the story and adds an additional layer to the characters.

Filled with enjoyable albeit sometimes predictable twists and turns, the tension and mystery behind this unique whodunit is palpable throughout. It’s an interesting dynamic to showcase the sisterhood and loyalty of the sorority with the deceit and betrayal of the truth. Overall, this is an engaging and well-written thriller that deeply delves into the secrets that bind people together.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for the opportunity to read this digital ARC. All opinions expressed are my own.

4.5 stars rounded down. Absolutely loved this. Constant twists and turns that had me trying to beat the characters to solve the murders! These girls are all so messy and felt like an episode of the Kardashians. I couldn't put this book down once I started. The finale was very satisfying, and overall this was a great thriller
Thank you NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for the eARC!

Thank you to Graydon House and Amber and Danielle Brown for this ARC.

In “Zetas Till We Die,” we have sorority sisters who experienced the death of one of their own ten years ago. Fast-forward to the present day, they are forced to confront old secrets and a messy web of deceit when the convicted college weirdo is released from prison on a technicality.

This book has relationship drama that could rival the plot of a Real Housewives episode. It features complicated relationships, old habits, and a subplot centered on the FMC’s marriage.

I absolutely loved the FMC, Priscilla, and how the plot was balanced between her relationship and marriage with the darker, more sinister storyline when one of her sorority sisters goes missing after a reunion party.

The beginning of this novel starts off super strong, with drama, social commentary, and a captivating premise. However, the middle section drags on a bit. Once you reach the second half, though, and some of the secrets start to come into the light, the pace barrels toward a thrilling climax that definitely kept me on edge.

Overall, “Zetas Till We Die” is a very dark thriller that explores themes of loyalty and betrayal. The intense atmosphere and intricate twists definitely made this one a fun read. I also thoroughly enjoyed exploring the concept of sisterhood and how one small secret can have devastating consequences. If you are looking for a dark thriller to read this fall, definitely try out “Zetas Till We Die.”

Gripping from the very first page. This book will have you running back for more. Could not put this down even if I tried.

Thank you to NetGalley & the publisher for a copy in exchange for an honest review!

Zetas Till We Die intrigued me because of the cover, and then because of the plot. I enjoyed the premise, but there were many times the pacing felt slow. Many parts were interesting, like the dual timeline between when they were in college and then years later, when the 'killer' is released on a legal technicality.

Overall, the idea was good, but it fell a bit flat for me. Good characters, though, with development throughout the course of the book!

Amber and Danielle Brown's Zeta’s Tip We Die is a gripping blend of suspense and drama that will resonate deeply with readers. The novel kicks off with a decade-long sorority reunion for the Zeta Phi Zeta sisters, who are reuniting under somber circumstances. Ten years have passed since the tragic death of one of their own, Lupe, and the release of her killer from prison ignites a mix of nostalgia and unease among the group.

Priscilla, the protagonist, insists on continuing with the reunion despite the dark cloud hanging over their gathering, believing that Lupe would have wanted it that way. The reunion, meant to rekindle old bonds and offer a sense of closure, quickly descends into chaos as old tensions resurface and new threats emerge. The narrative takes a darker turn when one of the sisters goes missing, prompting Priscilla to delve deeper into the events of that fateful night ten years ago.

While the novel starts with a strong, compelling premise and maintains a captivating blend of steamy drama and social commentary, it does experience a lull in pacing. The middle sections drag slightly, potentially testing the patience of readers. However, the story gains momentum in its latter half, culminating in a thrilling climax that will keep readers on edge.

Zeta’s Tip We Die is a dark, emotional read that explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the haunting impact of past secrets. Despite some pacing issues, the novel’s intense atmosphere and intricate plot twists make it a worthwhile read for fans of suspenseful and character-driven fiction.

4⭐️
I am thankful to have gotten the eARC for free from Netgalley and Harlequin Pub so I can leave my voluntary review.

I loved the description of the book but had trouble with the execution which was disjointed at times. Something just wasn’t coming together for me during the first part of the book. That being said there was a lot that I liked about it and it took a turn for the better during the second half of the book.

It was a pretty good thriller with all that was going down. A little predictable but not fully. Sorry that is vague but it would give spoilers!
I liked the sisterhood the friends had all the years later despite some problematic relationships.

I think I would have liked one revelation to happen a little sooner as the ending seemed rushed and that part of the book was the strong part.

Things a great book for spooky season as it’s “thriller light. A palette cleanser in thriller form. It’s also a good introduction to thriller for young readers or those looking to get into thrillers. The sorority angle is a nice anchor that Greeks can identify with. So those who were in sorority life back in college will love the connection to it.

My rating for this book improved as I read it. So if you’re not feeling it at the beginning, push through and give it a little time.

The book comes out on Sept 10th 2024!

My rating system since GoodReads doesn’t have partial stars and I rarely round up.

⭐️ Hated it
⭐️⭐️ Had a lot of trouble, prose issues, really not my cup of tea (potentially DNF’d or thought about it)
⭐️⭐️⭐️ Meh, it was an ok read but nothing special
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Really enjoyed it! Would recommend to others
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding! Will circle back and read again

2.5⭐️

Thank you NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for an ARC of this book!

This was a very fitting read for the beginning of the school year (given the school setting). "Zetas Till We Die" is a multi-timeline novel that follows Priscilla, who 10 years after graduating college learns that the man who was accused of killing her sorority sister is being let out of prison. The other timelines follow Lupe, the victim, and notes from the trial after her death. When Priscilla decides to go to her college reunion and revisit the place and memories that remind her of her deceased friend, Priscilla is forced to reckon with the events surrounding Lupe's murder, Priscilla realizes there is more to this mystery than she originally thought.

I am indifferent about this novel, I did not love this book, nor did I hate it. I felt the story was pretty predictable and a classic thriller plot line. I do not see myself revisiting this book in the future, and I do not think the plot will stick with me. Overall, this book is enjoyable for what it is, but it is not a ground-breaking book.

Just when you think you've figured out the killer, there's another twist in the story. It was enjoyable and thrilling ride. The Zetas are sisters that go through the fire for each other until a secret and a killer start tearing them apart. Don't pass up this weekend read, you won't regret it.

ARC Review-- 4 ⭐

Publication Date-- Sept 10, 2024

We meet our main character Priscilla and her Zeta Phi Zeta sorority sisters as their 10 year reunion is approaching to which is she planning an epic party. We find out that one of the sisters was murdered their senior year and that the killer has been released from jail on a technicality. This upsets everyone, however they go on with the party. After the party, one of the sisters is missing and later winds up dead. This quickly turns into a "whodunit" style book as the sisters suspect everyone from each other to the killer of their beloved sister 10 years ago.

I honestly didn't expect this novel to go the way it did. I thought it would be much more YA than it was. I assumed this would be more set in college than the post-grad years, but regardless, I still enjoyed the book. It was a bit on the long side at 400 pages, but that did not deter me and by no means does it make it longer than necessary like some thrillers do. I believe this novel needed all 400 of those pages if not more. I feel like there could have been more detail and depth post the major twist, yet it wrapped up nicely.

I enjoyed Priscilla as the main character and I really liked the depth that was give to her characterization as well as the subplot given to her marriage and career--this added dimension to the novel and I really enjoyed the entire story.

Overall I would absolutely recommend picking this book up--a very good mystery thriller book with a lot of twists and turns and lies and betrayals.

Thank you to NetGalley, Harlequin Trade Publishing, Graydon House, and the author for this opportunity to read this advanced reader copy.