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Die Trying: Do you believe in fate?
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Expected 26 Mar 26A chillingly compelling psychological thriller about the chances we take and their deadly consequences…
When Jemma leaves husband Adam for another man, his world shatters. Desperate to feel back in control, Adam turns to the glass die he once used to make every decision.
Meanwhile, Jemma's lost her sense of self. Every choice she makes is tempting her to risk everything to find her spark again.
At first, it's just a game. Adam's die becomes the centrepiece of a new wellness podcast he starts with an old friend. But when interest spreads online and others are drawn into its dangerous orbit, Adam's obsession takes a darker turn.
As his painful past threatens to overturn the present, Adam loses his grip on reality and one final roll could decide everything - life, death, or the illusion of choice itself...
DIE TRYING is a dazzling psychological thriller that asks if any of us would gamble everything we have, and what really are the killer consequences of every choice we make.
When Jemma leaves husband Adam for another man, his world shatters. Desperate to feel back in control, Adam turns to the glass die he once used to make every decision.
Meanwhile, Jemma's lost her sense of self. Every choice she makes is tempting her to risk everything to find her spark again.
At first, it's just a game. Adam's die becomes the centrepiece of a new wellness podcast he starts with an old friend. But when interest spreads online and others are drawn into its dangerous orbit, Adam's obsession takes a darker turn.
As his painful past threatens to overturn the present, Adam loses his grip on reality and one final roll could decide everything - life, death, or the illusion of choice itself...
DIE TRYING is a dazzling psychological thriller that asks if any of us would gamble everything we have, and what really are the killer consequences of every choice we make.
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337 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication March 26, 2026
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About the author
Eleanor Barker-White
2 books76 followersEleanor Barker-White lives in Wiltshire with her husband and four children. She is the author of two novels.
MY NAME WAS EDEN, published by Harper North, was longlisted for the Crime Writer’s Association First Novel Dagger Award.
Her second novel, DIE TRYING - a psychological thriller about love, obsession and the peril of leaving choices to chance - is due out March 2026 and available to pre-order now.
Eleanor can be found on social media:
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MY NAME WAS EDEN, published by Harper North, was longlisted for the Crime Writer’s Association First Novel Dagger Award.
Her second novel, DIE TRYING - a psychological thriller about love, obsession and the peril of leaving choices to chance - is due out March 2026 and available to pre-order now.
Eleanor can be found on social media:
Instagram: @eleanorbarkerwhite
X: @ebarkerwhite
Facebook: Eleanor Barker-White
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February 7, 2026
Thank you so much to Netgalley for giving me this free advance copy, and I’m writing this review honestly and without bias.
I was immediately captivated by the book’s premise and started reading it right away. I’m not sure if the author intended to create such unlikeable characters in Adam and Jemma, but somehow it worked. After a promising start, it does slow down a bit in the middle, but the author picks it up again in the latter half. This is an original concept and well written, though the pacing is off in some parts. If you believe in fate and that things happen for a reason, this book is for you. Overall, it’s an interesting and enjoyable read, 3.5⭐️
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
As soon as I heard about this book being a dice-based decision thriller, I knew it would be the book I needed in my life and I was not disappointed! It’s such a chilling, addictive read that explores fate, the choices we make, and the impact every decision can have. I’m gutted it’s over, to be honest! If this intrigues you to the max like it did with me, and you need a new kind of dark thriller in your life, this is the one.
Die Trying is the kind of book that takes over your every waking thought. Can you imagine basing every decision you make on the roll of a die? When Adam’s wife leaves him for another man, his world crumbles. He tries as hard as he can to grasp onto what is left of his family, but it all seems to be slipping through his fingers. So he turns to the one thing he can think of to restore calm and order to his life; a glass die he once used to make every decision for him. And the constant urge to roll returns.
He reconnects with an old friend, sets up a wellness podcast where the die plays a huge part, building a positive community, helping to reduce decision fatigue and promoting positive masculinity. But things take a much darker turn. Life spirals, and the horrors of his past return to the surface. It’s a story of obsession, an out-of-control urge to fix what’s broken, about taking risks, sometimes with horrific consequences. The dual POV works so incredibly well in weaving together different points of view and different time frames, everything so flawlessly and cleverly interlinking. I was constantly impressed by the depth of it all. The excitement I got from every new die roll, not knowing which way Adam’s life could turn kept me gripped from start to finish.
It’s a hugely satisfying story and really makes you think about fate and the impact each decision we make has on our lives, as well as the lives of those around us. A fantastic read; haunting, compelling and so thought-provoking!
Die Trying is the kind of book that takes over your every waking thought. Can you imagine basing every decision you make on the roll of a die? When Adam’s wife leaves him for another man, his world crumbles. He tries as hard as he can to grasp onto what is left of his family, but it all seems to be slipping through his fingers. So he turns to the one thing he can think of to restore calm and order to his life; a glass die he once used to make every decision for him. And the constant urge to roll returns.
He reconnects with an old friend, sets up a wellness podcast where the die plays a huge part, building a positive community, helping to reduce decision fatigue and promoting positive masculinity. But things take a much darker turn. Life spirals, and the horrors of his past return to the surface. It’s a story of obsession, an out-of-control urge to fix what’s broken, about taking risks, sometimes with horrific consequences. The dual POV works so incredibly well in weaving together different points of view and different time frames, everything so flawlessly and cleverly interlinking. I was constantly impressed by the depth of it all. The excitement I got from every new die roll, not knowing which way Adam’s life could turn kept me gripped from start to finish.
It’s a hugely satisfying story and really makes you think about fate and the impact each decision we make has on our lives, as well as the lives of those around us. A fantastic read; haunting, compelling and so thought-provoking!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
When I saw the cover of this book, I was definitely intrigued. I was immediately reminded of another book that I read years ago, although it was a lot darker and deeper. Reference is made to this book as part of the story.
The roll of a dice to determine the outcome of a question, predicament or action, sounds okay until it becomes addictive and threatens your way of life or the relationships between family and friends. This was what Adam discovered when he was at Uni, he and his friends began this innocent pastime. Adam gave it up long ago, but a recent change in his circumstances, well, his wife having an affair and kicking him out, has brought his addiction back again.
The author has several threads in this story, it is that of Adam, his now ex-wife, her partner and an old school friend. While the decisions from rolling the die are good, there are a lot of other considerations, especially as there is a new following due to a podcast that Adam and his old friend started. Things on the home front are not settled, and there is something else that is lingering in the background. Things are spiralling, and at some point, something is going to break.
I did enjoy this book a lot, but I did find it tame compared to the other book that is mentioned (The Dice Man by Luke Rinehart). If you have not read that book, then I think this is very good story in itself, I think for me I wanted something darker. Die Trying is a story about family and friends, life in the real world and trying to take the easier choices, or having the choice made for you. Not having to spend time thinking of what to do, what should be done or if you have done the right thing. That is what this book is about, and the results of taking the easier option of rolling a dice.
This is a good read, and I did enjoy it a lot. It is a psychological thriller, mystery, and one I would be happy to recommend.
The roll of a dice to determine the outcome of a question, predicament or action, sounds okay until it becomes addictive and threatens your way of life or the relationships between family and friends. This was what Adam discovered when he was at Uni, he and his friends began this innocent pastime. Adam gave it up long ago, but a recent change in his circumstances, well, his wife having an affair and kicking him out, has brought his addiction back again.
The author has several threads in this story, it is that of Adam, his now ex-wife, her partner and an old school friend. While the decisions from rolling the die are good, there are a lot of other considerations, especially as there is a new following due to a podcast that Adam and his old friend started. Things on the home front are not settled, and there is something else that is lingering in the background. Things are spiralling, and at some point, something is going to break.
I did enjoy this book a lot, but I did find it tame compared to the other book that is mentioned (The Dice Man by Luke Rinehart). If you have not read that book, then I think this is very good story in itself, I think for me I wanted something darker. Die Trying is a story about family and friends, life in the real world and trying to take the easier choices, or having the choice made for you. Not having to spend time thinking of what to do, what should be done or if you have done the right thing. That is what this book is about, and the results of taking the easier option of rolling a dice.
This is a good read, and I did enjoy it a lot. It is a psychological thriller, mystery, and one I would be happy to recommend.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you @eleanorbarkerwhite @harpernorthuk #partner for the gifted copy of this eARC!
Okay but can we talk about how unhinged and addictive Die Trying by Eleanor Barker-White was?! This book seriously said “let’s take one bad decision…and then multiply it by fate, obsession and a literal roll of the dice” 🎲
This story follows Adam and Jemma, a married couple with a young son whose lives completely implode after Adam catches Jemma cheating. They separate to “figure things out”…but it quickly becomes clear they are NOT on the same page. Not even in the same book. Not even in the same universe it seems. Waaa waaaaa, poor Adam.
That’s when Adam pulls out the glass die he used to rely on to make decisions. Yes. A die. As in…he starts letting chance decide what he does next with his life. And that’s precisely when everything spirals into this dark sort of train wreck.
What made this book so gripping for me was how deeply uncomfortable it felt. The relationship dynamics were raw and messy. Eleanor did such an incredible job getting inside Adam’s head that I actually felt sorry for him in the beginning.
But then…
yeah. That feeling doesn’t exactly stay the same 😅
Watching his mindset shift and seeing how one small “harmless” roll could snowball into life-altering, terrifying consequences was equal parts fascinating and disturbing.
I also LOVED the multiple POVs because you weren’t just watching the chaos unfold…it made me feel like I was inside it.
This book really makes you think about fate vs choice. Begs the question “are we in control” or are we just one decision away from completely destroying everything?
This was my second Eleanor Barker-White book and of course I will absolutely be back for more! Her writing just seems to always suck me in!
Dark.
Obsessive.
Uncomfortable.
And impossible to put down.
Okay but can we talk about how unhinged and addictive Die Trying by Eleanor Barker-White was?! This book seriously said “let’s take one bad decision…and then multiply it by fate, obsession and a literal roll of the dice” 🎲
This story follows Adam and Jemma, a married couple with a young son whose lives completely implode after Adam catches Jemma cheating. They separate to “figure things out”…but it quickly becomes clear they are NOT on the same page. Not even in the same book. Not even in the same universe it seems. Waaa waaaaa, poor Adam.
That’s when Adam pulls out the glass die he used to rely on to make decisions. Yes. A die. As in…he starts letting chance decide what he does next with his life. And that’s precisely when everything spirals into this dark sort of train wreck.
What made this book so gripping for me was how deeply uncomfortable it felt. The relationship dynamics were raw and messy. Eleanor did such an incredible job getting inside Adam’s head that I actually felt sorry for him in the beginning.
But then…
yeah. That feeling doesn’t exactly stay the same 😅
Watching his mindset shift and seeing how one small “harmless” roll could snowball into life-altering, terrifying consequences was equal parts fascinating and disturbing.
I also LOVED the multiple POVs because you weren’t just watching the chaos unfold…it made me feel like I was inside it.
This book really makes you think about fate vs choice. Begs the question “are we in control” or are we just one decision away from completely destroying everything?
This was my second Eleanor Barker-White book and of course I will absolutely be back for more! Her writing just seems to always suck me in!
Dark.
Obsessive.
Uncomfortable.
And impossible to put down.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
The Blurb
When Jemma leaves husband Adam for another man, his world shatters. Desperate to regain control, Adam turns to the glass die he once used to make every decision.
Meanwhile, Jemma's lost her sense of self. Every choice she makes is tempting her to risk everything to find her spark again.
At first, it's just a game. Adam's die becomes the centrepiece of a wellness podcast he starts with an old friend. But when interest spreads online and others are drawn into its dangerous orbit, Adam's obsession takes a darker turn.
My Thoughts
The story is told mainly from Adam's POV, and very occasional we get to see things from Jemma's view.
This is where it gets delicious. We spend so much time in Adam’s head, feeling his "henpecked" devotion, that it’s easy to pity him. But between the lines? There’s an obsessive edge to his numbers-driven brain that feels less like love and more like surveillance.
When we finally get glimpses of Jemma’s perspective, the story doesn't just shift, it warps. The two narratives don't just differ; they refuse to exist in the same reality.
Personally, I didn’t find this story to be a traditional thriller. It’s definitely psychological, but it leans much more into being character-driven.
I had this persistent sense of foreboding—that unshakable feeling that something just wasn't quite right. I found myself doubting every word; I simply didn’t trust what the characters were saying. It leaves you with such an eerie feeling that lingers long after you turn the page.
This story focuses on fate, and the question of whether the choices we make in life are pre determined
When Jemma leaves husband Adam for another man, his world shatters. Desperate to regain control, Adam turns to the glass die he once used to make every decision.
Meanwhile, Jemma's lost her sense of self. Every choice she makes is tempting her to risk everything to find her spark again.
At first, it's just a game. Adam's die becomes the centrepiece of a wellness podcast he starts with an old friend. But when interest spreads online and others are drawn into its dangerous orbit, Adam's obsession takes a darker turn.
My Thoughts
The story is told mainly from Adam's POV, and very occasional we get to see things from Jemma's view.
This is where it gets delicious. We spend so much time in Adam’s head, feeling his "henpecked" devotion, that it’s easy to pity him. But between the lines? There’s an obsessive edge to his numbers-driven brain that feels less like love and more like surveillance.
When we finally get glimpses of Jemma’s perspective, the story doesn't just shift, it warps. The two narratives don't just differ; they refuse to exist in the same reality.
Personally, I didn’t find this story to be a traditional thriller. It’s definitely psychological, but it leans much more into being character-driven.
I had this persistent sense of foreboding—that unshakable feeling that something just wasn't quite right. I found myself doubting every word; I simply didn’t trust what the characters were saying. It leaves you with such an eerie feeling that lingers long after you turn the page.
This story focuses on fate, and the question of whether the choices we make in life are pre determined
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
3.5 rating
What a fresh and interesting concept.
I received this free advance copy via Netgalley. Thank you to Eleanor Barker-White and Harper North. This review is being left voluntarily and the opinions are my own.
I initally wasnt sure what to think about this book but the more I thought about it I realised I had just come off a rather wild ride and I needed a moment to process.
The story starts with Adam and Jemma, a married couple who are having difficulties. Initially, I felt sorry for Adam but as his actions grew more erratic and obsessive I couldn't back him any longer. Similarly, Jemma wasn't innocent in all that plays out.
At times the pace was slower, with an unsolved mystery playing out in the background. This was a good storyline that kept you guessing. It is written from two Pov, mostly Adam and occasionally Jemma, offering insight into both of their lives and how they see events. It's clear they have very opposing opinions of how its going.
The die play a focal point in Adam's life as he considers whether it is fate, luck, chance or something else entirely ruling his life. He becomes obsessive, a common theme with him.
Although this didnt feel like a thriller to me in the traditional sense, I did have an eerie feeling as I read through and was just waiting for something to happen.
Overall, this was a good read and I would recommend it.
What a fresh and interesting concept.
I received this free advance copy via Netgalley. Thank you to Eleanor Barker-White and Harper North. This review is being left voluntarily and the opinions are my own.
I initally wasnt sure what to think about this book but the more I thought about it I realised I had just come off a rather wild ride and I needed a moment to process.
The story starts with Adam and Jemma, a married couple who are having difficulties. Initially, I felt sorry for Adam but as his actions grew more erratic and obsessive I couldn't back him any longer. Similarly, Jemma wasn't innocent in all that plays out.
At times the pace was slower, with an unsolved mystery playing out in the background. This was a good storyline that kept you guessing. It is written from two Pov, mostly Adam and occasionally Jemma, offering insight into both of their lives and how they see events. It's clear they have very opposing opinions of how its going.
The die play a focal point in Adam's life as he considers whether it is fate, luck, chance or something else entirely ruling his life. He becomes obsessive, a common theme with him.
Although this didnt feel like a thriller to me in the traditional sense, I did have an eerie feeling as I read through and was just waiting for something to happen.
Overall, this was a good read and I would recommend it.
March 18, 2026
Wow this book has just blew me away and I read it pretty much in one sitting.
I loved the uniqueness of the plot. Such a great psychological thriller that kept me hooked right until the end.
The Blurb...
"When Jemma leaves husband Adam for another man, his world shatters. Desperate to regain control, Adam turns to the glass die he once used to make every decision.
Meanwhile, Jemma's lost her sense of self. Every choice she makes is tempting her to risk everything to find her spark again.
At first, it's just a game. Adam's die becomes the centrepiece of a wellness podcast he starts with an old friend. But when interest spreads online and others are drawn into its dangerous orbit, Adam's obsession takes a darker turn.
As his painful past threatens to overturn the present, Adam loses his grip on reality and one final roll could decide everything – life, death, or the illusion of choice itself…"
The book was split into a few sections and switched from Jemma and Adam's POV's. The chapters were short and snappy and I stayed up late last night to finish this, that's how engaging it was.
I usually love my thrillers all wrapped up with nothing left to figure out but this one leaves you wondering at the end and I really liked that, it worked well.
I loved the uniqueness of the plot. Such a great psychological thriller that kept me hooked right until the end.
The Blurb...
"When Jemma leaves husband Adam for another man, his world shatters. Desperate to regain control, Adam turns to the glass die he once used to make every decision.
Meanwhile, Jemma's lost her sense of self. Every choice she makes is tempting her to risk everything to find her spark again.
At first, it's just a game. Adam's die becomes the centrepiece of a wellness podcast he starts with an old friend. But when interest spreads online and others are drawn into its dangerous orbit, Adam's obsession takes a darker turn.
As his painful past threatens to overturn the present, Adam loses his grip on reality and one final roll could decide everything – life, death, or the illusion of choice itself…"
The book was split into a few sections and switched from Jemma and Adam's POV's. The chapters were short and snappy and I stayed up late last night to finish this, that's how engaging it was.
I usually love my thrillers all wrapped up with nothing left to figure out but this one leaves you wondering at the end and I really liked that, it worked well.
March 6, 2026
Thank you to NetGalley and HarperNorth for this arc copy!
This was a very interesting concept for a story and I really enjoyed witnessing the characters fall further and further into chaos as they surrendered their choices to the roll of the die. It was interesting to see how easily the main character seemed to justify his wrongdoing and blame outside sources for everything that seemed to be going wrong in his life.
Personally, I didn’t find any of the characters in this book likeable, which isn’t always a bad thing and was clearly an intentional choice from the author. However, I did find it very hard to connect with the book at times and found that it took me a very long time to become invested in the story.
The mystery that was interwoven throughout the story and visited in small instalments was gripping and I did find myself eager to find out what really happened in the past. This was wrapped up nicely and I liked the way that everything came together at the end of the book.
The writing style maybe wasn’t always for me but it was a really easy read and once I became a bit more invested in the story I did fly through the second half of the book.
This was a very interesting concept for a story and I really enjoyed witnessing the characters fall further and further into chaos as they surrendered their choices to the roll of the die. It was interesting to see how easily the main character seemed to justify his wrongdoing and blame outside sources for everything that seemed to be going wrong in his life.
Personally, I didn’t find any of the characters in this book likeable, which isn’t always a bad thing and was clearly an intentional choice from the author. However, I did find it very hard to connect with the book at times and found that it took me a very long time to become invested in the story.
The mystery that was interwoven throughout the story and visited in small instalments was gripping and I did find myself eager to find out what really happened in the past. This was wrapped up nicely and I liked the way that everything came together at the end of the book.
The writing style maybe wasn’t always for me but it was a really easy read and once I became a bit more invested in the story I did fly through the second half of the book.
March 23, 2026
Thank you to Eleanor Barker-White, Harper North and Harper Collins UK for this proof copy of Die Trying.
This was an epic, thought provoking, addictive psychological thriller about the chances we take and their deadly consequences. This gave off the vibes of the Netflix series YOU as we see the main character Adam obsessed with making his decisions by rolling a die to decide. The philosophical stance around fate and choices was really intriguing and made for interesting debate and thought provoking conversations which we see in the book through the podcast and Adam’s inner monologue. I really enjoyed the podcast and social media aspect as it reflects what is happening in the current climate of the world and the pros and cons of it all. The ending left me shocked right up until the very last page because I now want to know what happens after. I will definitely read more from Eleanor Barker-White because I really enjoyed her prose and the story she has crafted.
This was an epic, thought provoking, addictive psychological thriller about the chances we take and their deadly consequences. This gave off the vibes of the Netflix series YOU as we see the main character Adam obsessed with making his decisions by rolling a die to decide. The philosophical stance around fate and choices was really intriguing and made for interesting debate and thought provoking conversations which we see in the book through the podcast and Adam’s inner monologue. I really enjoyed the podcast and social media aspect as it reflects what is happening in the current climate of the world and the pros and cons of it all. The ending left me shocked right up until the very last page because I now want to know what happens after. I will definitely read more from Eleanor Barker-White because I really enjoyed her prose and the story she has crafted.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Die Trying sounded like exactly the kind of book I’d enjoy. The premise — making life decisions by throwing a dice — is immediately compelling. The idea of leaving your choices to chance is both unsettling and fascinating, and it definitely makes you think about free will, responsibility, and compulsion. The darker twist in the storyline adds an edge that initially feels gripping. The book starts strongly, drawing you into a story driven by risk and impulse. However, from the middle onwards it slackened for me. The tension that felt sharp at the beginning begins to lose momentum, and the narrative doesn’t quite maintain its impact.
The characters are not very nice at all, which adds to the dark tone but also makes them hard to connect with. While the concept of “throwing the dice” is interesting and thought-provoking, the execution didn’t fully live up to its promise.
The characters are not very nice at all, which adds to the dark tone but also makes them hard to connect with. While the concept of “throwing the dice” is interesting and thought-provoking, the execution didn’t fully live up to its promise.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This is a very fast paced story that weaves its way to revealing lots of secrets.
I must admit I didn’t really come to care much for either of the main characters, but that’s helps keep the suspense and doubt over just what has gone on in the past.
The story felt like it jumped about a bit in places and I couldn’t quite get to grips with how exactly the dice made some of the decisions it supposedly did. Although it tells you what each number represents, I couldn’t always see how the conclusion was reached, but maybe that’s just me!
I liked the original concept of this book, how the author demonstrates how something can become very addictive without the person really knowing.
The cover and premise really draw you in and the short chapters keeps the pace, I just found I wasn’t fully invested in the characters. Everything sums up well in the end.
I must admit I didn’t really come to care much for either of the main characters, but that’s helps keep the suspense and doubt over just what has gone on in the past.
The story felt like it jumped about a bit in places and I couldn’t quite get to grips with how exactly the dice made some of the decisions it supposedly did. Although it tells you what each number represents, I couldn’t always see how the conclusion was reached, but maybe that’s just me!
I liked the original concept of this book, how the author demonstrates how something can become very addictive without the person really knowing.
The cover and premise really draw you in and the short chapters keeps the pace, I just found I wasn’t fully invested in the characters. Everything sums up well in the end.
March 24, 2026
After a promising start to this book where I was instantly enthralled in the plot, I found the pace quickly dropped off and I was never fully invested in the characters. It’s an interesting concept for a book and it works well to a degree but the lack of pace didn’t compel me to finish it. Others will love it, but not one for me. Thank you to NetGalley, Harper North an the author for the chance to review.
March 11, 2026
The premise of this book really intrigued me but the story fell so flat. The characters were insufferable & I just really couldn’t connect with the story at all.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This was a really interesting read that hooked me quickly. I found Adam’s character particularly compelling, watching his slow spiral as his life unravels and he leans more heavily on the die to guide his decisions was both fascinating and unsettling.
The premise itself is such an intriguing one. The idea of leaving life’s biggest choices to chance might sound freeing at first, but this story explores just how quickly that loss of control can tip into something much darker.
The book starts particularly strong and pulls you straight into Adam’s mindset as his obsession begins to take hold. It’s the kind of story that quietly builds tension as the consequences of each decision begin to ripple outward.
An unusual concept that kept me curious to see where the next roll of the die would lead.
The premise itself is such an intriguing one. The idea of leaving life’s biggest choices to chance might sound freeing at first, but this story explores just how quickly that loss of control can tip into something much darker.
The book starts particularly strong and pulls you straight into Adam’s mindset as his obsession begins to take hold. It’s the kind of story that quietly builds tension as the consequences of each decision begin to ripple outward.
An unusual concept that kept me curious to see where the next roll of the die would lead.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
4.5 stars! Such a clever psychological thriller doing something a little bit different
January 31, 2026
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.
This is a real page turner. I read this in 2 days and felt like it came together nicely. I have OCD so really understand the ‘intrusive thoughts’ aspect, but i feel this may feel unrealistic for some readers.
The characters - both MC i disliked. Sometimes I do feel it’s difficult to enjoy a book that you don’t care for the characters, but this was not the case here. I looked forward to reading on, and the style of writing was easy and flowed well.
There were a few moments that i didn’t see coming, and overall a good read.
This is a real page turner. I read this in 2 days and felt like it came together nicely. I have OCD so really understand the ‘intrusive thoughts’ aspect, but i feel this may feel unrealistic for some readers.
The characters - both MC i disliked. Sometimes I do feel it’s difficult to enjoy a book that you don’t care for the characters, but this was not the case here. I looked forward to reading on, and the style of writing was easy and flowed well.
There were a few moments that i didn’t see coming, and overall a good read.
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