This was a really good read and I think it had a decent writing style and story! Would recommend to anyone looking for next read !!!

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Interesting Concept, But It Fell Flat for Me

I’ve really enjoyed Lucinda Berry’s writing in the past, so I was excited to dive into One in Four. The premise was definitely intriguing, and I kept hoping the story would pick up—but unfortunately, it never quite got there for me.

The beginning had promise, and I was curious about how things would unfold, but as the chapters went on, the tension started to fizzle out. I didn’t feel as connected to the characters as I wanted to, and some parts felt repetitive or drawn out. I kept waiting for that big twist or emotional punch, but it didn’t have the impact I was expecting.

It’s not a bad book—it just didn’t hold my attention the way I hoped it would. I know other readers may connect with it more, but for me, it just fell a little flat.

I've been a fan of Lucinda Berry so was excited to gt an early copy of her latest. Unfortunately, this one just didn't quite work for me though.

Thank you to Netgalley, Lucinda Berry and Thomas & Mercer for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Thanks to NetGalley for my ARC.

I was having a good time with this one for a while. I was excited to read about the reality show, too. Unfortunately, the show was not a major feature in the story. The ending was rushed, and it felt incomplete. I still have several questions that were not answered.

In this dark and compelling novel, Dr. Laurel Harlow—a former child star turned addiction counselor—reluctantly agrees to join a reality show that reunites her with other fallen young celebrities, all of whom are grappling with addiction. What begins as a media stunt quickly spirals into something far more sinister when one of the cast members turns up dead. The story dives deep into trauma, fame, and the long shadows of childhood stardom. Gritty and emotionally raw, this book doesn’t shy away from the uglier truths behind addiction and recovery. I was hooked from start to finish, unable to look away from the spiraling tension and the haunting mystery at its core. Another gripping, thought-provoking read from Lucinda Berry!

In One in Four by Lucinda Berry a group of childhood stars, that are batting addiction, are featured on a reality show as they try to overcome it. Unfortunately, during the show, on of the stars is murdered. Their therapist on the show, Dr. Laurel Harlow, finds herself in the center of it all and is determined to figure out who the murder is.

I'm a huge fan of Lucinda Berry, but I found One in For to be a little less enjoyable than her others. Not to say I didn't enjoy it, because I definitely did, but the end was a bit underwhelming to me. However, I do still recommend this book, because you can't go wrong with one of Berry's books.

I received an arc copy of this book from Net Galley in exchange for my honest opinion of it. Even though this was a hard book to read at times considering the subject matter, it was a good book. I didn't realize that it was a short read but the author did a good job with such a sensitive subject. It really makes you realize that you can raise your kids in the best way possible but they will eventually make their own decisions. What a hard pill to swallow.

𝔹𝕠𝕠𝕜 ℝ𝕖𝕧𝕚𝕖𝕨 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Read if you love:
🚨 Unhinged Characters
🚨 Slow Burns
🚨 Dark plot
🚨 Dual Timelines

This was a dark, compulsively readable psychological suspense. Though it leans into a slow-burn pace at times, I’m always instantly intrigued by a reality TV backdrop—especially when you throw in a therapist and a revenge plot? Ok I’m hooked.

Told through dual timelines and the added perspective of a cryptic “her,” the narrative maintained a steady level of intrigue. The blend of entertainment, emotional tension, and drama made for an engaging murder mystery. That said, this one tackles some heavy themes—addiction, trauma, violence, abuse, assault, and harassment—so proceed with caution.

I’ve been a fan of Berry’s work since the first time I read one of her books. While this isn’t my personal favorite, it had me invested from the start. The ambiguous ending may leave some readers puzzled, but I admired the unhinged energy it delivered in the end.

Thank you NetGalley, the author, and publisher for the arc.

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W.O.W. I just finished reading this book. I have questions. Will there be a sequel? Bonus chapters added?
One in four is about addiction. How addiction can make you do things that you won't remember. You want to survive (sometimes) and get your next drink or hit.
Gia is a master manipulator. I did not put that together or anything else for that matter until the epilogue.
Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to read this ebook early!

Lucinda Berry does it again! I started reading this and the next thing I knew, I was 75% in! Just snuck up on me! Quick, thrilling, overall a decent read!

A reality show of addicts in recovery, what could go wrong? Just like all the viewers of the reality tv show that couldn't look away, I couldn't stop reading this book. It had me hooked from the opening page!

The first few chapters of this book had me hooked, but then it went downhill for me. It just felt blah and the story got lost on me. Lucinda Berry is a hit or miss for me and this was a miss, I think.
Thank you NetGalley for my ARC!

Get ready to be absolutely captivated!

Lucinda Berry, a true master of suspense and one of my all-time favorite authors, has delivered a masterpiece with One in Four.

Prepare to be amazed as Berry weaves a tale that is not just a page-turner, but a truly immersive experience. In this gripping novel, a reality show featuring former child stars battling addiction takes a dark turn when murder strikes. Their therapist, Dr. Laurel Harlow, finds herself in a mansion filled with secrets, narcissists, and a killer hiding in plain sight.

Berry expertly ratchets up the tension, forcing Laurel to confront not only the present danger but also the buried truths of her own past. With her signature ability to create complex characters and chilling plots,

Lucinda Berry will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last word.

One in Four is, without a doubt, a stunning display of her talent and a strong contender for my favorite book by this badass author thus far!

I was really excited about the premise, I loved the idea of a mystery surrounding a reality tv show. Unfortunately, it seemed like the show was an afterthought and barely mentioned as the book went on. The rest of the story is probably not something I would have chosen.

Thank you to NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

First of all, I love Lucinda Berry's books. They are always intriguing, dark and twisted in the best way possible. I love when a book makes you think a little deeper while touching on subjects that are a little sensitive. With all that being said, please make sure you check your trigger warnings with this one! Mentions of suicide, sexual abuse, drug abuse, alcohol abuse and more are tangled throughout this book!

Dr. Laurel Harlow agreed to be part of a reality TV show where childhood stars gather to Crystal Meadows for rehabilitation from drugs and alcohol. The point of this reality series is to show viewers what it's like to "come down" from drugs and alcohol. Being the therapist associated with this show is going pretty great, until Laurel finds herself in the middle of a murder investigation, where she is a suspect.

Laurel also has a past that she would much rather keep hidden, and she's afraid this investigation may bring those secrets to light.

This book is told from Laurel's POV, as well as a "Her" POV from before. The ending left things kind of open, I generally prefer a little more closure, but overall, I do think this book is absolutely worth the read.

Thank you to Thomas & Mercer, NetGalley and Lucinda Berry for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Lucinda Berry never disappoints! I was super intrigued by this one because of the topics of addiction, recovery and the main character being a therapist. Tie in a murder and it felt like this book was made for me! I love the heavy topics and twists. My only complaint is that I wanted more from the story/supportive characters. I feel like some aspects were not addressed at the end, which I felt could have contributed to a more cohesive ending. Overall, I loved this and will continue picking up more of Berry’s work.

This book was like no other I have read before, a great story with lots of interesting and fun characters. Love this author and recommend all her books 📚 ❤️

Interesting premise about a celebrity rehab TV show on a ranch full of child stars looking for a new lease on life. When the most famous child star ends up murdered in the rehab house, Laurel, the supervising psychologist, must find out what happened. Compelling characters, especially Laurel, and interesting backstory on the rehabilitation world and the celebrity-filled world of reality television. Good suspense, writing, and interesting characterizations.

Lucinda Berry has been known to write some unhinged thrillers. Her latest release is no different. The story started off strong. A former child star is killed on set of a reality show. Midway, we took a sharp turn from WOW to WTH??

Some of the story felt over the top, and the ending caught me completely off guard. I even flipped back to see if I had missed any clues. If you like psychological thrillers that don’t hold back, this one might be worth picking up.

Check the TW. There is a lot going on in this book!
3.5 rounded up

"𝑰 𝒏𝒆𝒆𝒅𝒆𝒅 𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒄𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒍 𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒘𝒂𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝒎𝒆. 𝑰𝒕 𝒘𝒂𝒔 𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒔 𝑰 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒎𝒐𝒔𝒕 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒉𝒆𝒓. 𝑺𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒂𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒂𝒇𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒔𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒆𝒔."

Special thanks to @lucindaberryauthor @amazonpublishing & @netgalley for the #gifted eARC.

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𝙈𝙔 𝙍𝙀𝙑𝙄𝙀𝙒:
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I LOVE Lucinda, and this is a prime example of another banger by her. Although this book is a walking trigger warning for some, i became immersed in this world.

A reality TV show of recovering star addicts with no filter, could NEVER go wrong, right?! Well of course it does and we follow the resident therapist as she tries to uncover the truth and who did it.

I didn't see the ending coming at all, I swore it was someone else altogether. Which made for an even better twist for that ending.

𝙋𝙐𝘽 𝘿𝘼𝙔:

ℚ𝕆𝕋𝔻❓️⁉️❓️ Do you watch reality TV? Whats your fav show?

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