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petra_reads's review
5.0
Wow! Wasn't expecting that! Absolutely loved this short story which is part 1 of a trilogy. Dark, twisted, psychological suspense with a touch of horror. Considering this was only 81 pages, the author did a fantastic job of creating fleshed out characters and a completely fascinating plot.
Ivy is a brilliant character. Narcissistic, obsessed, cruel. She wants Thomas, a work colleague, but he's married. Doesn't stop Ivy though. You may think you know where this will go, I certainly assumed I did. But I was so wrong. The ending was phenomenal. Never saw that coming. Can't wait to read part 2. Found a new author to follow. Thanks to Maxine for recommending it.
Ivy is a brilliant character. Narcissistic, obsessed, cruel. She wants Thomas, a work colleague, but he's married. Doesn't stop Ivy though. You may think you know where this will go, I certainly assumed I did. But I was so wrong. The ending was phenomenal. Never saw that coming. Can't wait to read part 2. Found a new author to follow. Thanks to Maxine for recommending it.
charshorrorcorner's review
5.0
4.5 stars!
I just finished this and I immediately thought-When's the next book coming out?
"Ivy James, you’re going to learn you can’t have your way all the time, girl." This was the recurring theme throughout this story. Ivy is gorgeous, sexy and not quite right in the head. She's used to getting her own way, and if she can't get what she wants through normal channels, she will find another route. Because Ivy does get her own way, and pretty much all the time, too.
I loved this tale of familial obligations, misplaced love and failed seduction. It's twisted and effed up and that's how I like my horror to be.
Bravo to you, Latashia, bring on the next book!
Highly recommended for fans of twisted horror!
*I was provided with a free copy of this novella in exchange for an honest review. This is it.*
I just finished this and I immediately thought-When's the next book coming out?
"Ivy James, you’re going to learn you can’t have your way all the time, girl." This was the recurring theme throughout this story. Ivy is gorgeous, sexy and not quite right in the head. She's used to getting her own way, and if she can't get what she wants through normal channels, she will find another route. Because Ivy does get her own way, and pretty much all the time, too.
I loved this tale of familial obligations, misplaced love and failed seduction. It's twisted and effed up and that's how I like my horror to be.
Bravo to you, Latashia, bring on the next book!
Highly recommended for fans of twisted horror!
*I was provided with a free copy of this novella in exchange for an honest review. This is it.*
elgeewrites's review
4.0
I have always liked reading horror and psychological thrillers, but when I read the blurb of Ivy's Envy I was not sure if I would like it. But I was proved wrong and I keep the book down till I finished it.
The story opens with Ivy being held by restraint and her love of the life, Thomas being the one who has been holding her. I was hooked to the story right from the opening paragraph. I had to know why Ivy was held by force and what could happen to her.
The protagonist is a severe narcissist and self obsessed person who has fallen for Thomas Miles, one of her superiors. She has a way to get her ways always. Her Grandma Shirley had seen through her and then had to be admitted in hospital. Ivy has had to take care of her mom's cat and her boyfriend Charlie. Now she is obsessed with Thomas and she is convinced he is also in love with her. The only problem between them seems to be his lovely wife, Daena. To Ivy it means just one thing - eliminate her, until the table is turned.
For a book with just 80 pages, the story is as fast and racy as it should be. I just couldn't put it down till I completed the book. I could understand Ivy's mind and fear things she is capable of. I read somewhere, the author's bedtime stories were of Stephen King. I just could see its effects from her description of the horror and paranormal description in the story.
I can't wait for the second book of the trilogy.
Disclaimer: I received this book from the publicist free of cost in return for a honest review.
Read @ http://musings-over-nothing.blogspot.in/2015/10/ivys-envy-review.html
The story opens with Ivy being held by restraint and her love of the life, Thomas being the one who has been holding her. I was hooked to the story right from the opening paragraph. I had to know why Ivy was held by force and what could happen to her.
The protagonist is a severe narcissist and self obsessed person who has fallen for Thomas Miles, one of her superiors. She has a way to get her ways always. Her Grandma Shirley had seen through her and then had to be admitted in hospital. Ivy has had to take care of her mom's cat and her boyfriend Charlie. Now she is obsessed with Thomas and she is convinced he is also in love with her. The only problem between them seems to be his lovely wife, Daena. To Ivy it means just one thing - eliminate her, until the table is turned.
For a book with just 80 pages, the story is as fast and racy as it should be. I just couldn't put it down till I completed the book. I could understand Ivy's mind and fear things she is capable of. I read somewhere, the author's bedtime stories were of Stephen King. I just could see its effects from her description of the horror and paranormal description in the story.
I can't wait for the second book of the trilogy.
Disclaimer: I received this book from the publicist free of cost in return for a honest review.
Read @ http://musings-over-nothing.blogspot.in/2015/10/ivys-envy-review.html
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