Very good, so dark and twisty. Kept me going for a while.

It did not see the end coming. good suspense thriller to start the year.

Thank you to NetGalley for this free ARC. All views and opinions in this review are my own.

This book was wildly entertaining, I finished it in 2 days. As a fan of “The Talented Mr. Ripley”, I thought this book was right up my alley, since stories of “outsiders” trying to ingratiate themselves with the rich are always very fascinating to me. I love how the author showed the perspectives of both Julian and Sofia. Both characters are so complex, and their motives keep the reader guessing until the end.

I am hoping that the Amazon Prime Video series adaptation will be just as good, if not better, than the book.

Julian Villareal arrives at the Velasco estate to pay his respects to the family of his late best friend and tennis mate, Alejandro Velasco. By ingratiating himself to Alejandro's mother and father, he gains privileged access to a world of wealth and influence -- a world that Alejandro was running from before he died. Believing that a possible conspiracy is at play, Julian begins a torrid affair with Ale's sister Sofia, an ambitious rising star at her father's telecom company. If Julian plays his cards right, he might just get to the root of the mystery.

This entertaining novel sustained my interest and kept me guessing until the very end. The narrative perspective volleys between Julian and Sofia, building tension as their journeys collide. The novel explores themes of class division, guilt, and assumed identity as a ticket into an otherwise inaccessible world. Some narrative twists strain credulity, but in the heightened and occasionally melodramatic space that this novel occupies, you can afford to suspend disbelief here and there.

Full of suspense and tension. Excellent creep factor. I loved this story from cover to cover. I look forward to more from this author.

I would’ve never guessed that the Diego Boneta I grew up watching in soaps was going to write a book, and a good one. Not a masterpiece, but it reminded me to the kind of story told in old Mexican movies.

What a stunning debut thriller! The pace is perfect and the story, wow, it's really gripping and creepy. Thanks to NetGalley, the author and the publisher for this free eARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

This twisty, fast-paced thriller kept me hooked from the very first page. Right from the start, I knew I'd found a favorite character in Sofia Velasco. She is an incredibly strong, fierce, and ambitious character, reminding me of Lady Macbeth in her relentless pursuit of power and control. She’s sharp, calculating, and undeniably compelling, and I found myself rooting for her despite her several ... questionable choices. As for Julian, our male lead, his complexity and vulnerability (and how it unravels slowly throughout) made him just as captivating. Though both characters operate in a morally gray area, their undeniable chemistry and tension romance made it impossible for me to put this book down. Their dynamic was full of subtle, intimate moments that added a layer of depth to their relationship, making it all the more intensely memorable. The mystery element was brilliantly executed, with clever twists and turns that kept me guessing, and despite a few minor plot holes, nothing took away from the overall enjoyment of the book. The story is clear-cut, with a crisp narrative that keeps the tension building, and while it may lack the more ornate prose of classical literature, the straightforward writing is still highly effective. The pacing, character development, and plot twists were all top-notch, making this book a thrilling, unmissable read. Five stars. Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC.

This had that mystery element that I was looking for and was engaged with the overall package of the story. The characters worked well in the world and I really felt like they belonged in this world. Diego Boneta has a strong writing style and was able to weave a strong tale with interesting characters.

Wow! This book played out in my head like a full-on drama! It is so good! And honestly, if you hadn’t told me this was a debut, I’d never have guessed! Highly recommend if you’re in the mood for something dramatic, intense and mysterious 🔥.