The Best Friend. The Confidant. The Senator. The Boyfriend. The Executive.

Five contestants have been chosen to compete for ten million dollars on the game show One Lucky Winner. The catch? None of them knows what (or who) to expect, and it will be live-streamed all over the world. Completely secluded in an estate in Northern California, with strict instructions not to leave the property and zero contact with the outside world, the competitors start to feel a little too isolated.

When long-kept secrets begin to rise to the surface, the contestants realize this is no longer just a reality show—someone is out for blood. And the game can’t end until the world knows who the contestants really are…

Despite the mixed reviews this book has received, I found it incredibly entertaining and thoroughly enjoyed it. Listening to the audiobook narrated by Brittany Pressley was a delight; her performance really stood out to me. Her ability to bring each character to life with distinct voices and personalities made the experience even more enjoyable. In fact, she has quickly become one of my favorite audiobook narrators.

Is this the most mind-blowing mystery thriller I’ve ever encountered? No. Did it redefine my literary world? No. But was it a blast, full of surprising twists? Absolutely! This book feels like a “light-hearted” mystery thriller, unburdened by heavy themes, and simply focused on delivering a good time. Its relaxed approach was a refreshing change of pace. The pacing was spot-on, compelling me to keep listening eagerly, chapter after chapter, to unravel the unfolding events. It was packed with action, ensuring I was never left bored.

It felt like Clue meets Squid Games or Survivor (on steroids!). Each participant in this gripping game has their own compelling reason to win the cash prize money at the end. This setup made it enticingly easy to be misled by the cleverly placed red herrings woven throughout the narrative.

I found the story deeply compelling, keeping me on edge with its mysteries. I became emotionally invested in several characters and found myself rooting for their success. The narrative was both gripping and ingeniously crafted, seamlessly weaving all the story threads together by the conclusion. As for the final twist, it blindsided me completely, which is a delightful rarity in mystery thrillers—I’m not a fan of predictable endings, so this was a welcome surprise.

Having read my first book by this author, I’m now eager to explore more of her books. If you’re in search of a quick, fast-paced, and engaging mystery thriller, I highly recommend this one, especially the audiobook.