Wicked Charm

Amber Hart did an amazing job on this YA mystery romance. Her narration and description of the swampland will pull you directly into the setting and make you feel like you are truly there with Willow and Beau. While the book did seem to center a little more around the romance than it did the mystery aspect it was still a wonderful read. I was kept guessing about the identity of the murderer through the whole book, but Amber did a great job of leaving little clues here and there without giving it away to quickly. I look forward to more by this author.

Wicked charm is a suspense, mysterious novel set in Okefenokee, Georgia alongside a boggy swamp. It's a little spooky, it's quirky and unique.

Willow Bell and her parents are moving in with her grandmother. She lives in a desolate area near a swamp. Their only neighbours are the Cadwell family. A disturbingly beautiful family with a wicked charm. Beau is Willows age and known for breaking hearts. Girls fall for his good lucks, but unfortunately, he gets bored easily. Willow isn't immune to Beau's charms, however, she has read the warning label. The Cadwell family are bad news but also hard to resist.

Beau takes an interest in Willow straight away. He wants to get to know her which is unusual for him. This is the classic story of wanting what you can't have but there is depth to their relationship. They both want similar things and Willow takes the time to get to know Beau.

Beau has a girlfriend when Willow comes to town adding to his bad boy edge, however, this doesn't impress Willow. He does what he does best and breaks Samantha's heart. Unfortunately, his ex-girlfriends start to turn up dead near the swamp, who are the suspects;

-Beau for obvious reasons
-His sister Charlotte is also a mysterious cold-hearted tough cookie
-His grandad also has a bad reputation
-Then there are all his ex-girlfriends, their families and friends
-His own friends
-Willow

Everyone might want to say date Beau but everyone also kind of hates him. He's had it too good for too long and someone thinks it's time he pays.

When I started reading this it reminded me of Beautiful Creatures, however, this mystery was like nothing I've read before and I was hooked on every page. I love the swamp setting and the suspense. My only niggle was the fact this book kept mentioning Beau's wicked side and I didn't really feel like we saw it.

4.5 stars out of 5. I would totally love to see a sequel to this story- Charlotte instalment.

This book is written from both Willow and Beau's point of view. Perfect Teen read. The two main characters are perfect for each other.

*ARC received. My review is fair and honest.

What a great read, I wasn't expecting to like this so much Wicked Charm By Amber Hart was a fabulous enchanting but nerve-wracking read.
Set in the swamps of Okefenokee, Willow Bell and her parents have gone to live with her grandmother Old Lady Bell.
And it isn't long before she catches the eye of local teenage playboy Beau Cadwell.
Beau with his riddles and many ex-girlfriends.
He guards his heart due to the loss of his parents.
He lives with his scarily mean twin sister Charlotte, and his grandpa on the land adjoining Willows grandmothers.
But chilling deadly events are occurring in this small town.
There's a serial killer on the loose and ex-girlfriends of Beau are turning up dead in the swamp.
Set against the vivid background of the swamp "Wicked Charm" has so much to recommend it.
In some ways, it was like entering a different world, one of shadow, light and secrets waiting to be discovered.
I Loved this aspect of the story, it was such a unique setting for a YA novel.
So, Wicked Charm does exactly what it says on the tin and I found it very refreshing to read a story that makes no apologies for its simplicity.
This was a clean YA that was heavy on the sweet romance and came accompanied by a big dash of intrigue.
It had interesting diverse characters that made this easy to get lost in.
I did kind of guess who the killer may be but this didn't really detract from my enjoyment.
I loved the ending and this was a very enjoyable read.
NetGalley provided me with an ARC of "Wicked Charm" by Amber Hart of which I have reviewed voluntary.
All opinions expressed are entirely my own