The Guest List
It was a slow burn at first, as the bridal party gets situated on the deserted island first. The groom is a celebrity, his bride a publisher and the bridal party is a mish-mash of individuals, all linked to the couple, who each seem to have some hidden secret. As the events of the story unfolded, I loved how the book picked up speed. As I tried to put the book down, to attend to other matters, my mind wouldn’t let go of the island, as the lights flickered, and the guests tried to make sense of what was happening.
I could see why the couple had chosen this island for their special day with its seclusion, size, and the service that the owners provided. I really enjoyed the mixture of characters that the author included in this book and their interactions with each other.
When the big day arrived, the guests arrived on the island, ready for day of celebration. With an abundance of individuals to keep track of, I found this confusing at times yet the connections that they had with one another, made this book intriguing and remarkable.
As the secrets start to surface, I didn’t know who might be the next one to unburden their heart. Some of these, I had suspected but there were some that, made my jaw drop. With twists and turns, and ups and downs, this book was a great escape. 4.5 stars
I received a copy of this book from the Book Club Girl Early Read program. This review is my own opinion of the novel and I thank Harper Collins and the Book Club Girl Early Read program for sending me this copy.
