Verity Book Review: Gripping, But Leaves You Wanting More
I finally finished reading Verity by Colleen Hoover, often referred to as CoHo by her fans. It’s been a mixed bag for me, filled with moments of intense suspense but also plenty of confusion.
As I cracked open the first page, I had a strong feeling that I’d enjoy this dark and mysterious tale. The tension creeps in as you flip through the chapters, pulling you deeper into its web of secrets and lies.
My Rating:
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"Gripping, but leaves you wanting more."
What is Verity about?
The story revolves around Lowen Ashleigh, a struggling writer, and Verity Crawford, a bestselling author. Verity has been severely injured in an accident and is no longer able to write. Lowen is hired to complete Verity's popular book series, a job that leads her to Verity’s mansion where she is supposed to sift through notes and research materials to finish the task.
In Verity’s mansion, however, what Lowen finds is more than she bargained for—a hidden manuscript that unveils a much darker and twisted side of Verity's life. And then, the story alternates between Lowen's perspective and the chilling entries from Verity’s manuscript.
Why is Verity a mixed bag?
On one hand, Verity is undeniably gripping. The book hooks you from the start, and you find yourself flipping one page after another, consumed by the suspense. It’s like a sugar rush—intense while it lasts, but the effect fades once the book is closed. As much as I was intrigued while reading it, now that I’m reflecting, I realize I only enjoyed about half the book.
The problem? The story is overshadowed by scenes of sex and eroticism that overpower the book’s core mystery. The erotic scenes seemed unnecessary at times, taking away from the suspense that I was expecting more of.
To read or not to?
Verity is an engaging book, no doubt about that. It has got the right dose of thrills and psychological tension to keep you reading late into the night. But as soon as I finished it, I was left thinking, “What just happened?” I spent a few minutes in silence, questioning the many plot holes and unanswered questions.
I felt that the book sacrificed its potential for the sake of shock value, and the pacing slowed down due to the repetitive “sex”. It felt like the mystery was sacrificed for overly detailed erotic scenes, and that weakened the overall impact.
Who is Verity best suited for?
Perhaps Verity is best suited for newer readers or young adults who are dipping their toes into reading for the first time. The story is engaging enough to pull them in and easy enough to digest. Colleen Hoover has undoubtedly inspired a new generation of readers, and Verity might just be one of those books that sparks their interest.
However, for seasoned, this one might feel lacking. The thrills are there, but they don’t last, and you’ll likely be left with more questions than answers.
Final Thoughts
Verity by Colleen Hoover is an undeniably gripping read, filled with suspense and tension. But for me, it was like a quick sugar rush—exciting while it lasts but quickly fades away. The excessive focus on erotic scenes took away from the book’s potential. A decent read for newer fans of thrillers, but not recommended for those who crave depth and intricacy.
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