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Black Mountain Academy
The Other Girl
Black Mountain Academy. From the outside, it may look perfect and ideal—school uniforms, exemplary teachers, privileged students. But anyone on the inside could tell you about the debauchery, the scandals, the drama, the forbidden--taboo--romances. Because where Black Mountain Academy is concerned... never judge a book by its cover.
The Other Girl:
I am a trope. A tired cliché. I’m the "psycho stalker girl" that never gets the boy.
At least, that was the rumor at my former high school. Obsessive Love Disorder was the label slapped on me after an “incident”... But now I have a chance at a new start as the school psychologist at Black Mountain Academy.
Here, no one knows my past. Here, a boy with a devilish smile and bad, bad inclinations puts his sights on me. He won’t stop until he gets what he wants.
Carter Hensley is the newest addition to BMA and has a thick file marked violent tendencies.
He’s dangerous, especially to a girl like me—one who falls hard and fast, and who doesn’t let anyone become an obstacle. Friends, family, faculty…the fact that he’s a student.
Nothing will stand in our way of being together. Not even the truth.
The Other Girl:
I am a trope. A tired cliché. I’m the "psycho stalker girl" that never gets the boy.
At least, that was the rumor at my former high school. Obsessive Love Disorder was the label slapped on me after an “incident”... But now I have a chance at a new start as the school psychologist at Black Mountain Academy.
Here, no one knows my past. Here, a boy with a devilish smile and bad, bad inclinations puts his sights on me. He won’t stop until he gets what he wants.
Carter Hensley is the newest addition to BMA and has a thick file marked violent tendencies.
He’s dangerous, especially to a girl like me—one who falls hard and fast, and who doesn’t let anyone become an obstacle. Friends, family, faculty…the fact that he’s a student.
Nothing will stand in our way of being together. Not even the truth.
144 pages
First published November 18, 2020
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December 23, 2020
I was gonna give this a solid 4 stars.
Then I read the ending and I'm like?????
The H didn't even question anything, like that bitch is crazy, like certified crazy, but you're even crazier for not even asking anything at all.
There is no showdown between the H and the h, I felt I was being blue balled
I was looking forward to the part where he found out she's bat crazy, and I wanted a whole ass argument, but no, all I got was 'I choose you.'
Like???Unsatisfying much.
Also, we didn't get to find out what kind of person the H was,like there were accusation Left and right, but there was no answer to that accusation, like did he really call her a psycho bitch?Was he the one behind all the texts? Addison said he was the one that plans to blackmail her. Was that true since we NEVER found out the one behind the text? So many unanswered questions
And the epilogue was even weirder, why did the author show us that epilogue, was it a prologue to another end? Or was it a revelation of the person behind the texts?
Again.So many unanswered questions.
Then I read the ending and I'm like?????
The H didn't even question anything, like that bitch is crazy, like certified crazy, but you're even crazier for not even asking anything at all.
There is no showdown between the H and the h, I felt I was being blue balled
I was looking forward to the part where he found out she's bat crazy, and I wanted a whole ass argument, but no, all I got was 'I choose you.'
Like???Unsatisfying much.
Also, we didn't get to find out what kind of person the H was,like there were accusation Left and right, but there was no answer to that accusation, like did he really call her a psycho bitch?Was he the one behind all the texts? Addison said he was the one that plans to blackmail her. Was that true since we NEVER found out the one behind the text? So many unanswered questions
And the epilogue was even weirder, why did the author show us that epilogue, was it a prologue to another end? Or was it a revelation of the person behind the texts?
Again.So many unanswered questions.
November 18, 2020
Forbidden romance 2020 style! Unpredictable, unhinged, and utterly psycho! I've always said that Trisha Wolfe's words speak to my dark soul, but this, this was napalm to my mind. The crazy has been unleashed.
2020 is the year of the girl on the edge and it's about damn time that the "other" girl, the one doesn't fit into the perfect mold , that dances to her own beat, gets her man.......by whatever mean necessary. ;)
This little gem had me cheering Ellis on! She set her sights on what, or rather, who she wanted and she didn't let little things like life or reality get in her way. She cleared her path and made her reality come true. So what if that path left a wake of death and destruction, this time around things would end differently.
As with all this author's stories, expect the unexpected, go in with an open mind and let her words burn away the edges of your reality. After picking my jaw up off the floor, I was left with an evil grin plastered on my face. This was a fun, psychotic romp through the halls of Black Mountain Academy and the twisted mind of Trisha Wolfe.
2020 is the year of the girl on the edge and it's about damn time that the "other" girl, the one doesn't fit into the perfect mold , that dances to her own beat, gets her man.......by whatever mean necessary. ;)
This little gem had me cheering Ellis on! She set her sights on what, or rather, who she wanted and she didn't let little things like life or reality get in her way. She cleared her path and made her reality come true. So what if that path left a wake of death and destruction, this time around things would end differently.
As with all this author's stories, expect the unexpected, go in with an open mind and let her words burn away the edges of your reality. After picking my jaw up off the floor, I was left with an evil grin plastered on my face. This was a fun, psychotic romp through the halls of Black Mountain Academy and the twisted mind of Trisha Wolfe.
March 6, 2021
Not sure how I feel about this one. She’s crazy.
And I wish we had Carter’s POV or even Addison’s.
And I wish we had Carter’s POV or even Addison’s.
November 18, 2021
3.5 stars
September 19, 2021
5/5⭐️ 2.75/5🔥
Psychological Thriller with a bit of ✨SPICE✨
Very confusing but very consuming with the twist, suspense and turns it took for only being a short story ish, less than 120 pages but DAMN.
❤️Forbidden
🖤Counselor/Student
❤️Psychological Thriller
🖤Suspense + Spice
Psychological Thriller with a bit of ✨SPICE✨
Very confusing but very consuming with the twist, suspense and turns it took for only being a short story ish, less than 120 pages but DAMN.
❤️Forbidden
🖤Counselor/Student
❤️Psychological Thriller
🖤Suspense + Spice
February 23, 2021
This was NOT romance. And that's fine, but let's not label it that way, and maybe not put it in this series. It's a psychological thriller with sex. That's it. And a convoluted plot.
November 20, 2020
Words from this author are always worth the wait, so as soon as this book was announced my fingers couldn't add it to my list fast enough. This year has been a nightmare for most, so to have new words finally from this talented author, well it was like a same glimmer of light in the darkness. Which is kind of ironic since 90% of her books are so dark and twisted you don't know which way is up. Even if you are new to this author, from the prologue alone you'll understand exactly what I'm getting at. Then when you get to chapter 1 you'll realize why she is top selling author. Not only does she write soul destroying stories, but she also makes you stop and truly think about things.
I read the other reviews before starting as the rating level confused me, and it still does to be honest. This series is a huge series with every book written by a different author and each one uniquely different. Yes some of the books might be different to what you're used to, but as a long time reader of this author, she is staying true to herself while sticking to the brief. She messes with your mind just as much as usual and it was like greeting a long lost friend.
This book was pure genius and just as twisted as I was expecting. If I was you I would go in blind, as that way the plot and characters will mess you up, exactly the way I believe this author was intending. You'll soon see why she's always going to be a favourite of mine.
I read the other reviews before starting as the rating level confused me, and it still does to be honest. This series is a huge series with every book written by a different author and each one uniquely different. Yes some of the books might be different to what you're used to, but as a long time reader of this author, she is staying true to herself while sticking to the brief. She messes with your mind just as much as usual and it was like greeting a long lost friend.
This book was pure genius and just as twisted as I was expecting. If I was you I would go in blind, as that way the plot and characters will mess you up, exactly the way I believe this author was intending. You'll soon see why she's always going to be a favourite of mine.
November 18, 2020
This is the first book that I've read by the author Trish wolfe. I'm going have to say my mind was literally blown and I'm not sure if this was in a good way. Like it started off good, but like with Ellis doing what she was doing and how Carter so easily accepted all of it. Like I was just baffled. In my opinion I will say read at your own risk
January 8, 2021
Am genuinely confused by the ending and don't understand why this book is do highly rated. I've read psychological thrillers before and in my opinion this feel short of the praise ot recieved, not particularly amazing. Unreliable narrator and I've no idea what Carter was about. Did he even exist? Lol.
November 17, 2020
I just finished the book and my head keeps spinning. The truth is that I have reached a point where I no longer know what is real and what is not. I feel as delusional as Ellis.
I had not read anything about this author before but I’m going to add her books to my TBR. It’s been a long time since an author has leave me so shocked. The end of the book leaves me wanting to know what will happen next with Ellis.
Ellis is the new counselor in BMA and Carter is a boy who has been transferred after beating a boy in his old school. Carter immediately shows sexual interest in Ellis and although she resists at first, she ends up starting a relationship with him. The thing is that Ellis is not who she claims to be and in her past there are secrets that she wants to remain buried.
“What if I come in here and ask you out every session?” he presses. A laugh slips free, and I quickly recover. “I won’t cave,” I say, schooling my facial muscles. “That’s against school policy, obviously, and it’d be a gross misconduct on my part. You’re my patient. And a minor.” “I’m eighteen,” he reminds me. “And yet, that changes nothing.”Carter is aggressive. He is aggressively pursuing me. And he’s going to be a problem.
I fear I’m falling harder and faster for Carter…and I’m terrified I won’t be able to stop. Even the realization of what his dark energy can do to my world isn’t strong enough to change the course. Euphoria demands more. No matter the price.
“That’s the thing, Carter,” I say, bracing myself for the pain. “I was going to tell you tomorrow, but I’ve decided that I can’t counsel you anymore. I think it’s best for us both if I refer you to another—” He steps in front of me, blocking my view of the assembly. “You’re not quitting me.” I inhale a shaky breath. “I don’t want to. But I don’t have a choice. You have to understand.” I try to move around him, but he latches on to my wrist. “Understand what?” he demands. His grip tightens to the point of pain. “After only one meeting, what could possibly be so alarming about me, Ms. Montgomery?” He dips closer, whispers against my ear: “Do I scare you? Or is it that I turn you on?”
And I am the villain of this story, right? I’m always painted as such. Well hell then, let’s give these fuckers a truly villainous ending.
And as Carter embraces me in his arms, sheltering me from the cold cruelty of the world, the dawn his energy, the morning stars my solace, I know I’m deserving of his love. I will never be the other girl again.
I had not read anything about this author before but I’m going to add her books to my TBR. It’s been a long time since an author has leave me so shocked. The end of the book leaves me wanting to know what will happen next with Ellis.
Ellis is the new counselor in BMA and Carter is a boy who has been transferred after beating a boy in his old school. Carter immediately shows sexual interest in Ellis and although she resists at first, she ends up starting a relationship with him. The thing is that Ellis is not who she claims to be and in her past there are secrets that she wants to remain buried.
“What if I come in here and ask you out every session?” he presses. A laugh slips free, and I quickly recover. “I won’t cave,” I say, schooling my facial muscles. “That’s against school policy, obviously, and it’d be a gross misconduct on my part. You’re my patient. And a minor.” “I’m eighteen,” he reminds me. “And yet, that changes nothing.”Carter is aggressive. He is aggressively pursuing me. And he’s going to be a problem.
I fear I’m falling harder and faster for Carter…and I’m terrified I won’t be able to stop. Even the realization of what his dark energy can do to my world isn’t strong enough to change the course. Euphoria demands more. No matter the price.
“That’s the thing, Carter,” I say, bracing myself for the pain. “I was going to tell you tomorrow, but I’ve decided that I can’t counsel you anymore. I think it’s best for us both if I refer you to another—” He steps in front of me, blocking my view of the assembly. “You’re not quitting me.” I inhale a shaky breath. “I don’t want to. But I don’t have a choice. You have to understand.” I try to move around him, but he latches on to my wrist. “Understand what?” he demands. His grip tightens to the point of pain. “After only one meeting, what could possibly be so alarming about me, Ms. Montgomery?” He dips closer, whispers against my ear: “Do I scare you? Or is it that I turn you on?”
And I am the villain of this story, right? I’m always painted as such. Well hell then, let’s give these fuckers a truly villainous ending.
And as Carter embraces me in his arms, sheltering me from the cold cruelty of the world, the dawn his energy, the morning stars my solace, I know I’m deserving of his love. I will never be the other girl again.
April 13, 2021
I'm still wtf-ing at that ending. This isn't really a romance, more of a psychological thriller. But then I should've expected that since this is Trisha Wolfe we're talking about.
The MC is a great example of an unreliable narrator; you don't really know if what she's saying is real or not, if it's true or not because, as what she's said, there are many versions of the truth, and she's only telling hers.
I actually struggled with how to rate this because the story itself gripped me, but it's probably my disconnection with the characters that made me decide.
I don't trust any of them. I don't know who's telling the truth. I don't know what was real and what was only an illusion. And I guess that's what the purpose of the book is? Idk. But I like my books with a clear resolution without me questioning and doubting everything.
Was the Carter in the end even real? I don't think he was. I don't think he even loved the MC. I mean, there were a lot of clues that gave that away. She's making it all up in her head that Carter loves her, that she's finally gonna get her HEA, that she's not "the other girl"anymore when in fact, she still is. Huh.
Anywayyy, I'm still mind-boggled at all this. It was definitely...something.
The MC is a great example of an unreliable narrator; you don't really know if what she's saying is real or not, if it's true or not because, as what she's said, there are many versions of the truth, and she's only telling hers.
I actually struggled with how to rate this because the story itself gripped me, but it's probably my disconnection with the characters that made me decide.
I don't trust any of them. I don't know who's telling the truth. I don't know what was real and what was only an illusion. And I guess that's what the purpose of the book is? Idk. But I like my books with a clear resolution without me questioning and doubting everything.
Was the Carter in the end even real? I don't think he was. I don't think he even loved the MC. I mean, there were a lot of clues that gave that away. She's making it all up in her head that Carter loves her, that she's finally gonna get her HEA, that she's not "the other girl"anymore when in fact, she still is. Huh.
Anywayyy, I'm still mind-boggled at all this. It was definitely...something.
November 22, 2020
I’m going to throw out something in the first part of this review that’s really going to preface my feelings on the book, as a whole. It was Ozzy Osbourne who’s voice we hear yell “SHARON!!” at the top of his lungs, but it’s mine in the background yelling “TRISHA!!” After I finish one of this authors books. Literally, every single time. Add in some manic laughing, and it’s my feelings to an absolute T.
I’m convinced she writes on the side for the investigation discovery channel. It’s whiplash in the absolute best form. I’d like to thing I’ve read dark books, but this is a whole new level of psychologically dark and thrilling. She’s concocted a story that’s just so mind boggling, that once you can appreciate her shear intelligence that she has in regards to the human brain, you’ll be able to finally form coherent sentences about how this book is an absolute must one click.
Go in blind-just know you’re in for your mind to be straight up played with. This authors a queen in her very own category.
I’m convinced she writes on the side for the investigation discovery channel. It’s whiplash in the absolute best form. I’d like to thing I’ve read dark books, but this is a whole new level of psychologically dark and thrilling. She’s concocted a story that’s just so mind boggling, that once you can appreciate her shear intelligence that she has in regards to the human brain, you’ll be able to finally form coherent sentences about how this book is an absolute must one click.
Go in blind-just know you’re in for your mind to be straight up played with. This authors a queen in her very own category.
April 5, 2021
I love psychos I really do!!
May 15, 2023
5 stars only cos the author fucked w my head till the very end. I still don’t know what to think
August 26, 2021
Rating: 5 stars
Format: eBook
Source: KU
Prompt: Dark Romance Readathon
♡ Dark romantic psychological thriller
♡ High school Teacher (heroine)/student (hero)
♡ Taboo
♡ Age gap (both adults)
This was a nice little reminder as to why I love Trisha Wolfe.
I went into this book thinking that it was a dark romance, but it is categorized as a psychological thriller … understandably. However, I’d argue that it is, in fact, a dark romance because there is an HEA, albeit a very, uh, messed up one (in the best way.) I’m not usually a big fan of teacher/student age gap romances that take place in High School, but because the two characters were both adults and very close in age (she is in her early 20s and he is 18 - he was supposed to have graduated the previous year), it didn’t bother me as much. Honestly… compared to all the other things that happen in this book, that particular taboo element was the least of my concerns LOL!
For fans of the Darkly Madly duet, this is for you.
Format: eBook
Source: KU
Prompt: Dark Romance Readathon
♡ Dark romantic psychological thriller
♡ High school Teacher (heroine)/student (hero)
♡ Taboo
♡ Age gap (both adults)
This was a nice little reminder as to why I love Trisha Wolfe.
I went into this book thinking that it was a dark romance, but it is categorized as a psychological thriller … understandably. However, I’d argue that it is, in fact, a dark romance because there is an HEA, albeit a very, uh, messed up one (in the best way.) I’m not usually a big fan of teacher/student age gap romances that take place in High School, but because the two characters were both adults and very close in age (she is in her early 20s and he is 18 - he was supposed to have graduated the previous year), it didn’t bother me as much. Honestly… compared to all the other things that happen in this book, that particular taboo element was the least of my concerns LOL!
For fans of the Darkly Madly duet, this is for you.
November 18, 2020
She came to BMA to escape her past, but everywhere she looked, her past haunted her. Carter came into her office as a reminder of what love feels like. Unbeknownst to him Ellis is unstable. He’s drawn to her crazy while she’s driven by the need to protect what she claims as hers.
Laine was a naive girl yearning for attention, so when Jeremy gave her the attention she desired she became obsessed with him. After a one-night stand he betrayed her causing rumors to fly. Laine protects those she claims so she did what she needed to to convince him he was hers. Except she walked into something she shouldn’t have putting herself in a horrible predicament.
After eight years of living in a psychiatric facility Laine is ready for a fresh start. With her new identity and new job as the school psychologist she gets her second chance to prove she’s worthy. In her new found job as a school counselor she dishes out advice of encouragement to victims. She rallies the broken souls pushing them by offering support. While her methods are unconventional Ellis manages to convince these troubled students to hunt for vulnerabilities in those that threaten others.
Overall:
Eventhough the story takes place in high school at a private academy it doesn’t hold to the same trope standards. Eventhough the story is about a counselor being romantically involved with a student it doesn’t hold to the same trope standards you’d expect. Eventhough this is a second chance story it definitely is unlike the tropes about second chances because Ellis’s form of second chances is about starting over with a new life and identity. With her new identity comes threats about her past. Someone knows what she did. Here in lies the problem: who knows what she did?
I love a good psychological thriller, but what I love more than this is when an author follows up those words with artistic beauty. Trisha rocked my world with her cleverly twisted dialogue. My mind was blown with the pure talent of her spellbinding words. The trickery of Ellis’s mind was spectacular. Book hangover? Absolutely. Needing more? I sure do.
Laine was a naive girl yearning for attention, so when Jeremy gave her the attention she desired she became obsessed with him. After a one-night stand he betrayed her causing rumors to fly. Laine protects those she claims so she did what she needed to to convince him he was hers. Except she walked into something she shouldn’t have putting herself in a horrible predicament.
After eight years of living in a psychiatric facility Laine is ready for a fresh start. With her new identity and new job as the school psychologist she gets her second chance to prove she’s worthy. In her new found job as a school counselor she dishes out advice of encouragement to victims. She rallies the broken souls pushing them by offering support. While her methods are unconventional Ellis manages to convince these troubled students to hunt for vulnerabilities in those that threaten others.
Overall:
Eventhough the story takes place in high school at a private academy it doesn’t hold to the same trope standards. Eventhough the story is about a counselor being romantically involved with a student it doesn’t hold to the same trope standards you’d expect. Eventhough this is a second chance story it definitely is unlike the tropes about second chances because Ellis’s form of second chances is about starting over with a new life and identity. With her new identity comes threats about her past. Someone knows what she did. Here in lies the problem: who knows what she did?
I love a good psychological thriller, but what I love more than this is when an author follows up those words with artistic beauty. Trisha rocked my world with her cleverly twisted dialogue. My mind was blown with the pure talent of her spellbinding words. The trickery of Ellis’s mind was spectacular. Book hangover? Absolutely. Needing more? I sure do.
January 11, 2021
Sadly my least fave Trisha Wolfe so far. It had a lot of potential and I think it would have been better as a full length novel, because as it stands, the first and second halves feel like they were written by two different people. I liked the second half but the first half was rushed instalust and needed more world building.
I really liked the psychological thriller element and wish the author had leaned more into that. I wanted the heroine to go *full* You by Caroline Kepnes or Unrequited by Saffron A Kent! She showed glimpses but never truly got there.
I really liked the psychological thriller element and wish the author had leaned more into that. I wanted the heroine to go *full* You by Caroline Kepnes or Unrequited by Saffron A Kent! She showed glimpses but never truly got there.
November 18, 2020
One thing I especially love about this author’s books is that nothing is ever straightforward, or clearcut, and things, for the most part, are definitely not what they seem. There are always questions surrounding the stability of her characters, their minds, their behaviours and their motives. This applies even more so with The Other Girl. What starts out as one seemingly innocuous situation rapidly transforms into something completely different and shockingly unexpected. With every turn of the page it spirals further out of control. Quite frankly it’s a descent into madness and I could do nothing but hang on tight as I was led down this twisted path. Ms Wolfe does write a deranged character exceptionally well.
If you’re looking for sweet romance and a happy ever after, with everything tied up in a neat bow, let me tell you you won’t find it here. What you will find is a dark psychological suspense that packs a real punch, one which keeps you on your toes and will have you questioning everything. With no obvious answers, this complex tale needs to be approached with an open mind and carefully dissected in order to uncover all its layers and therefore its conclusion. It spoke to my dark loving heart and I found myself laughing and rubbing my hands together in a somewhat villain-esque way when I realised the direction it was heading. I think I worked out the ending and completed the puzzle, but then again, I could be just as deluded as Ellis!
If you’re looking for sweet romance and a happy ever after, with everything tied up in a neat bow, let me tell you you won’t find it here. What you will find is a dark psychological suspense that packs a real punch, one which keeps you on your toes and will have you questioning everything. With no obvious answers, this complex tale needs to be approached with an open mind and carefully dissected in order to uncover all its layers and therefore its conclusion. It spoke to my dark loving heart and I found myself laughing and rubbing my hands together in a somewhat villain-esque way when I realised the direction it was heading. I think I worked out the ending and completed the puzzle, but then again, I could be just as deluded as Ellis!
January 31, 2023
I’m not sure how I feel about this book. I’m reading the entire series and I’m not sure if there’s an order or not but so far I’ve enjoyed what I’ve read.
I think this book in particular shouldn’t be part of the series only because it’s not a romance. I think this would’ve been great as a suspense or thriller type genre. It was well written and interesting but not what I was looking for when I started reading it.
I’m not really sure what the epilogue was about. Is this all in her head? Did she die on the beach and her mind created this? It didn’t make sense and left me feeling disappointed.
We never learn who is telling the truth, we only get one side of the story, there is no love or romance.
I didn’t like this story at first, the way the Ellis reacts to Carter seems very middle school crush. It threw me, then I learned about her issues and it made sense but I was upset bc I didn’t feel Carter’s love. Once it ended I felt like it was a waste of time. This was not what I came here for. I came for an all encompassing and overwhelming real love that may or may not be toxic but still reciprocated. What I got was a sick and delusional person who refused to take her medication and not real ending.
I’m upset this was not a romance. It’s labeled Dark Romance. I’m here for the dark romance. I didn’t get it.
I think this book in particular shouldn’t be part of the series only because it’s not a romance. I think this would’ve been great as a suspense or thriller type genre. It was well written and interesting but not what I was looking for when I started reading it.
I’m not really sure what the epilogue was about. Is this all in her head? Did she die on the beach and her mind created this? It didn’t make sense and left me feeling disappointed.
We never learn who is telling the truth, we only get one side of the story, there is no love or romance.
I didn’t like this story at first, the way the Ellis reacts to Carter seems very middle school crush. It threw me, then I learned about her issues and it made sense but I was upset bc I didn’t feel Carter’s love. Once it ended I felt like it was a waste of time. This was not what I came here for. I came for an all encompassing and overwhelming real love that may or may not be toxic but still reciprocated. What I got was a sick and delusional person who refused to take her medication and not real ending.
I’m upset this was not a romance. It’s labeled Dark Romance. I’m here for the dark romance. I didn’t get it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 29, 2020
After reading this story I’m not sure what is real and what is imaginary.
This was one hell of a read!
Who is crazy?
Who is sane?
What’s real?
What’s not?
I would say that depends on which character you ask that question of.
I love Ms. Wolfe’s books.
They always have depth to them and make you think and question.
They are multilayered and intricate.
But TOG took that concept to a whole new level.
The plot is twisted and extremely intense.
It kept me on my toes.
Not daring to even blink.
The characters take the word psycho to a whole new level.
They all share different degrees of their own brand of craziness.
Everything and everyone is unpredictable.
The author expertly gave us original and unique.
In the plot and the characters.
You will question what you just read.
You will question if your mind is as twisted as her characters.
And you will certainly question what is right and what is wrong.
Yes she brilliantly will have you challenging yourself.
This was one hell of a read!
Who is crazy?
Who is sane?
What’s real?
What’s not?
I would say that depends on which character you ask that question of.
I love Ms. Wolfe’s books.
They always have depth to them and make you think and question.
They are multilayered and intricate.
But TOG took that concept to a whole new level.
The plot is twisted and extremely intense.
It kept me on my toes.
Not daring to even blink.
The characters take the word psycho to a whole new level.
They all share different degrees of their own brand of craziness.
Everything and everyone is unpredictable.
The author expertly gave us original and unique.
In the plot and the characters.
You will question what you just read.
You will question if your mind is as twisted as her characters.
And you will certainly question what is right and what is wrong.
Yes she brilliantly will have you challenging yourself.
December 21, 2021
I have no idea what this book was but I think I still loved it anyway…?
I probably shouldn’t, given it has a lot of things I hate - unanswered questions, an unreliable narrator, an ending that’s open to the interpretation of the reader (I think) but I kind of expect a mindfuck when I pick up a Trisha Wolfe book. Maybe not to this extent but I can’t say I had a bad time.
Ellis/Lanie is a literal psycho, even before it was revealed, I thought she was batshit and delusional. I have no idea if Carter ever even existed, or if he did, if their relationship was anything like Ellis implied. There are so many possibilities as to what this story is actually about. And that’s crazy to me, because it’s a physical thing, an actual story that was written and exists, but I have no idea what it actually said. Man, I love books.
I probably shouldn’t, given it has a lot of things I hate - unanswered questions, an unreliable narrator, an ending that’s open to the interpretation of the reader (I think) but I kind of expect a mindfuck when I pick up a Trisha Wolfe book. Maybe not to this extent but I can’t say I had a bad time.
Ellis/Lanie is a literal psycho, even before it was revealed, I thought she was batshit and delusional. I have no idea if Carter ever even existed, or if he did, if their relationship was anything like Ellis implied. There are so many possibilities as to what this story is actually about. And that’s crazy to me, because it’s a physical thing, an actual story that was written and exists, but I have no idea what it actually said. Man, I love books.
February 2, 2021
I'm really not sure what I just read and I don't know how I feel about it. I absolutely hate reading books with a super unreliable narrator, because I have no idea what was real and what wasn't, and Ellis is about as unreliable as they come. And I also feel like I got no real answers to the majority of my questions and I hate not having some kind of resolution, I mean there was a resolution but I have no idea if it was real or not. However, this book totally sucked me in and I did race through the last 40% trying to get answers (which I'm not sure if I got or not), and it for sure held my attention.
April 19, 2021
2.5 Stars... Maybe 3 Stars?
I don't know if this is a me problem - like an I-Wasn't-In-The-Right-Headspace for this book kind of thing... but like, I was very confused at the end.
This book definitely has a VERY unreliable narrator, and that's part of what I really, really enjoyed about it, but also something I didn't enjoy about it? I can absolutely see why the reviews of this book are so polar - this book is a lot.
For me, I enjoyed the read, but I think I would have enjoyed it if everything was a little bit more fleshed out. Also, the ending felt rushed and confusing to me - again, maybe a me thing.
I don't know if this is a me problem - like an I-Wasn't-In-The-Right-Headspace for this book kind of thing... but like, I was very confused at the end.
This book definitely has a VERY unreliable narrator, and that's part of what I really, really enjoyed about it, but also something I didn't enjoy about it? I can absolutely see why the reviews of this book are so polar - this book is a lot.
For me, I enjoyed the read, but I think I would have enjoyed it if everything was a little bit more fleshed out. Also, the ending felt rushed and confusing to me - again, maybe a me thing.
January 31, 2022
3 Stars
Going in I knew this book was going to be a ride. Trisha Wolfe knows how to write about psycho characters that are literally unhinged.
The story kept me entertained for sure but I still have lots of questions and the ending was a little bizarre. This is a really twisted school counselor/student romance. Ellis is our school counselor and she has this crazy obsession with Carter, a student at Black Mountain Academy. She becomes so infatuated with him that she is willing to do ANYTHING to be with him.
I’m not a huge fan of counselors and students having romantic relationships. It’s definitely a sick and twisted story but it wasn’t totally bad.
Going in I knew this book was going to be a ride. Trisha Wolfe knows how to write about psycho characters that are literally unhinged.
The story kept me entertained for sure but I still have lots of questions and the ending was a little bizarre. This is a really twisted school counselor/student romance. Ellis is our school counselor and she has this crazy obsession with Carter, a student at Black Mountain Academy. She becomes so infatuated with him that she is willing to do ANYTHING to be with him.
I’m not a huge fan of counselors and students having romantic relationships. It’s definitely a sick and twisted story but it wasn’t totally bad.
March 31, 2021
There was a lot of crazy going on in this one but I feel more confused than anything. There wasn't a clear understanding of what the hell was actually happening in the end. For me anyways. Maybe I'm just dumb? Whatever. It was an interesting story. I always love psychological thrillers. I definitely wasn't into the older woman, younger guy thing but it really didn't deter me as much as I thought it would. I'm really just annoyed that I'm left confused. Was that the point? Does everyone else understand and I just don't?? Ugh. Bye.
August 27, 2021
Go in blind-just know you’re in for your mind to be straight up played with. I love a good psychological thriller. If you’re looking for sweet romance and a happy ever after, with everything tied up in a neat bow, let me tell you you won’t find it here. What you will find is a dark psychological suspense that packs a real punch, one which keeps you on your toes and will have you questioning everything. With no obvious answers, this complex tale needs to be approached with an open mind and carefully dissected in order to uncover all its layers and therefore its conclusion.
December 2, 2020
Ellis Montgomery is what she seems... until she’s not. This is another well written, intense story from the mind of Trisha Wolfe. I promise you it’s well worth the read.
I’ve always been amazed at the depth in Trisha Wolfe’s writing. Her characters are always a bit twisted, and she does this SO well. I can only imagine what it’s like to have these characters in my head and listen to them tell their story as I put it all together. Is there a twist? Maybe...but you won’t expect it!!
I’ve always been amazed at the depth in Trisha Wolfe’s writing. Her characters are always a bit twisted, and she does this SO well. I can only imagine what it’s like to have these characters in my head and listen to them tell their story as I put it all together. Is there a twist? Maybe...but you won’t expect it!!
January 7, 2021
Dark and Twisty
Yikes! Not at all what I was expecting. This one takes an unexpected turn at the end that will leave you wanting to reconsider the story up until that point. It had me wondering if she was always crazy or if she was made crazy by the way she was treated after the event. Only three stars because I found it unsettling with some squicky ick thrown in. If you liked Fatal Attraction, you will like this one.
Yikes! Not at all what I was expecting. This one takes an unexpected turn at the end that will leave you wanting to reconsider the story up until that point. It had me wondering if she was always crazy or if she was made crazy by the way she was treated after the event. Only three stars because I found it unsettling with some squicky ick thrown in. If you liked Fatal Attraction, you will like this one.
November 18, 2020
What a twist for this book - at first I was a bit confused and then all the pieces of the puzzle came together. I really wasn’t expecting the book to go like that - it was a good book to read and the story was really well written. I’m left hanging though - I need to know what happens next! And is everyone as real as they seem in the book or is Ellis’ mind playing more games with her......
November 30, 2020
Oh, Trisha Wolfe bestill my heart. 2020 is the year of crazy, so this book fits perfectly amongst the crazy. Once I started this book, I could not put it down, it was dark, twisted, and left me with chills only after the second chapter. It will leave you on the edge of your seat until the very end and have you second-guessing your sanity on why you love Wolfe's writing so much. LOL
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