The premise of this book had me intrigued and eager to read it. The action started right at the beginning with a murder and took off from there. There were several stories woven into the one main story and it was told through the different characters.

Maggie, the main character is getting married soon so a group of friends gather for her bachelorette party. From there several plots are developed as each friend has their own story to tell. There were several twists and so much deceit it was hard to guess where this was going. The ending was different, for lack of a better word. I did enjoy the story but the ending not so much.

Thanks to Netgalley and Joffe Books for the advanced copy

Thank you to NetGalley and Joffe Books for providing this book, with my honest review below.

The Bachelorette Party may share the title of spirit of other thrillers, but I felt like this story twisted expectations of what would happen and as a result presented itself more as women’s fiction with mystery/thriller elements to keep it suspenseful but not as the point behind it. And to be clear, that’s praise given this could have been a cookie cutter story but was not.

Set in the 80’s, Maggie is our bride to be who has just woken up after her bachelorette party in bed with a stranger she picked up the night before. If that wasn’t enough she wakes up to a call from her friend Suzanne that Angie, another friend, was found murdered. With the inclusion of Kelly and Carol Anne, also in this friend group, we alternate between their perspectives and the cops in trying to solve the mystery. The ladies are trying to solve it not to avenge their friend (not that they wouldn’t) but because each one has something to hide or prove out to herself. And while the mystery is the undercurrent the main plot elements that were also the most engaging were figuring out what Maggie wanted for herself (and if her one night stand was a decent guy), Kelly’s mission to stay sober and bring the main detective with her on that journey, Carol Anne trying to figure out what her husband was up to, and Suzanne’s affair and how it related to her drive.

It sounds like a lot but this was well written and everything worked so well, even the murder made sense when explained. My favorite parts were undoubtedly the end and I almost missed it thinking the book was done (so keep reading). If you like your mysteries to take place in real personal drama and discovery, this is perfect for you.

First, thanks to netgalley for the opportunity to read this ARC copy.

Secondly, I feel bad for not being able to leave a more positive review. Especially since I've looked forward to read the book, judging by the cover and the description, the story sounded like it was just made for me. But I just couldn't get into it. I pushed through because I was curious where the story would go, I really wanted to know who killed Angie, and why. Just the writing style was sadly not for me, and made it hard to keep reading.

2 stars. This book was published as The Last Night Out quite a few years ago. I didn't know this until I read the blurb from the author. I had a real hard time with this book. So, Maggie is getting married soon. Her and her friends go out for her bacherlorette party. Maggie wakes up the next day sleeping next to a strange guy and the phone ringing. Another friend from the party is calling to tell her one of the other girls at the party, Angie, is dead. This should really be in the women's fiction category. Aside from the murder, this is a book about friends, gossip, husbands, kids, life, rich parents, maybe being pregnant. It's like a soap opera. For me, it was long and clunky. I wasn't fond of the writing style. The characters were all very unlikable. If this wasn't an ARC, I definitely would have put it into the DNF category. Sorry. I thought I was delving into a thriller, when in fact, I was reading what amounted to a bunch of women acting like school age girls.

Thank you to Joffe Books and Netgalley for the ARC. I greatly appreciate it. I do not recommend this book.

An unforgettable bachelorette party turns into a night of uncertainty, deception, and a horrible murder. Maggie is about to get married and spends one night with a few of her closest friends. She wakes up the next morning with a handsome stranger in her bed, who is not her fiance. Maggie is woken up by a phone call stating that one of her friends has been murdered. As detectives begin to unfold the case, everyone involved has a little something to hide. Did one of them do it, or is someone else next?

This was a great psychological thriller. I really enjoyed the plot and how it kept me guessing who the suspect was. Each character had a very personal story which was interesting. However I was not a big fan of switching between so many POVs. Aside from that, this story really had me on my toes and trying to solve the case myself. The twist was unexpected and left me shocked. I highly recommend this book if you enjoy thrillers!

Thank you NetGalley and Joffe Books for an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

This one was a slow read for me. I just couldn't get into it, although I did finish it. Wasn't my cup of tea but hopefully it might with someone else.

Bit of a slow one for me but still a good read it seemed really slow to get into but I still have it a chance it will be a good read for someone out there.

A gripping thriller, a real who done it.
Interesting and descriptive characters.
A well written storyline full of twists.
Flew through this one.
My thanks to netgalley and the publisher for my copy.

Thank you NetGalley and Joffe Books for an eye catching book The Bachelorette Party. This novel kept me on my toes, I really didn’t know how it was going to end. I absolutely LOVED the different plots going on and the characters were great for each story. I was confused about the pizza situation but All in All it was an entertaining read. I thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you again.

Wow, this novel was a thrill to read, a murder after Maggie's hen party with her 5 closest friends and the bride to be gets the call that Angie is dead as she wakes up beside a stranger she picked up in the club.
The remaining 5 women come under close scrutiny from the detectives investigating the case but their stories are not concise as all have secrets they want kept hidden.
The novel is so cleverly written that as the reader you're torn as to who did kill Angie and the reasons behind it. Very often in these sort of novels I have correctly guessed who the culprit is but not in this one. The double epilogue is sublime as it still leaves you second guessing.
I'm grateful to Netgalley and Joffe Books for this advanced copy. I will leave my review on Goodreads, Bookmory and Storygraph now and then on Amazon on publication day

Saturday, 7.48am. I wake to the sound of my phone ringing and a sick, sinking feeling that I’m not alone. It’s the morning after my bachelorette party. Fourteen days until my wedding. I have the worst hangover of my life, and there’s a stranger in bed next to me!! Great read! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book! It had great suspense, murder, mystery, intrigue, action, a sort of who done it and a few crazy twists and turns! The storyline was very interesting! I highly recommend reading this book as it was well worth reading! Thank you NetGalley and Joffe books, my favorite, for sharing this book with me!

I just started to listen to this book and I am in for this psychological thriller. Sounds so good from the first few pages. I am hooked and excited for this book. Thank you Netgalley and publisher I get to preview this arc since it was read now. I tend to hate books that I requested and got denied.

Save the pub date it is on December 9,2024 and you would need to buy the copy! Good book so far and full review to follow!

A great book with many twists and turns throughout that kept me on the edge of the seat! I’d highly recommend this book.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ stars!

Catherine O'Connell’s Bachelorette Party is a saucy, suspenseful, and humorous journey into the messy and unpredictable world of friendship, jealousy, and wedding festivities gone awry. In this novel, O'Connell combines humor and drama to weave a captivating tale that explores how friendships can be tested to their limits when life's big events bring personal insecurities and past grievances to the surface.*

The story centers on protagonist Zadie, a smart, independent woman in her thirties who is experiencing some serious reservations about the upcoming marriage of her best friend, Helen. Zadie’s mixed emotions drive the plot, as she’s torn between genuine happiness for Helen and her own nagging fears about what marriage might mean for their friendship. At Helen’s extravagant bachelorette party in Las Vegas, things take a dark and chaotic turn as buried secrets, alcohol-fueled antics, and unresolved grudges collide in the wild, vibrant setting of Sin City.

What sets Bachelorette Party apart is O'Connell's skillful depiction of female friendships under pressure, making the novel feel both relatable and painfully real. Her characters are written with honesty, showcasing each of their insecurities, vulnerabilities, and strengths in a way that invites the reader to reflect on their own friendships. The layered tension in the story feels natural, and the unexpected twists keep readers engaged, moving the plot forward at a steady pace.

Though Bachelorette Party has all the hallmarks of a light-hearted "chick-lit" novel, it dives deeper into themes of jealousy, self-worth, and the painful process of growing up and growing apart. O’Connell captures these emotions with wit and poignancy, wrapping them in a story that’s equal parts thrilling and thought-provoking. It’s a book that manages to be entertaining while raising questions about the sacrifices we make for love and friendship.

O'Connell's witty, fast-paced narrative and her knack for exploring complex emotional terrain make *Bachelorette Party* an enjoyable read that offers more than meets the eye. Fans of women’s fiction, especially those who enjoy stories about friendship and the sometimes bumpy journey toward self-acceptance, will find this novel a satisfying read with a twisty, unexpected ending that leaves a lasting impression.