Verity by Colleen Hoover 2018 - Colleen Hoover

I give this book all of the stars. I had read several Colleen Hoover books before picking up Verity at the recommendation of a friend. She did tell me that it's a bit different from the other books by CH that I had read, which intrigued me. It was worth every second I spent reading it. I couldn't step away and was genuinely shocked by the ending. Synopsis: When small-time writer Lowen is approached to shadow/cowrite the remaining books in an accomplished series by bestselling author Verity Crawford after she was in a terrible car accident that left her unfit to finish the series herself, Lowen unknowingly accepts to take on more than the job entails. After being invited to spend a few days going through Verity's office, Lowen stumbles upon an unpublished work of ... MoreI give this book all of the stars. I had read several Colleen Hoover books before picking up Verity at the recommendation of a friend. She did tell me that it's a bit different from the other books by CH that I had read, which intrigued me. It was worth every second I spent reading it. I couldn't step away and was genuinely shocked by the ending. Synopsis: When small-time writer Lowen is approached to shadow/cowrite the remaining books in an accomplished series by bestselling author Verity Crawford after she was in a terrible car accident that left her unfit to finish the series herself, Lowen unknowingly accepts to take on more than the job entails. After being invited to spend a few days going through Verity's office, Lowen stumbles upon an unpublished work of Verity--an autobiographical account of Verity's life. Strange occurrences in the house leave Lowen unsettled and afraid of Verity, whose husband, Jeremy, and doctors believe to be a shell of the woman she was. Is Verity really as helpless as Lowen has been told and the events she thinks have happened all in her head? Or is Lowen correct and Verity is faking the extent of her injuries after lying to Jeremy for years about who she really was and is a threat to him and their son? Lowen must decide if Verity is still the monster she reads about in chapter after disturbing chapter of the hidden pages Verity had stowed in her desk or if her growing feeling or Jeremy are clouding her judgment and her perception of reality isn't as it seems.

I am by no means a great literary reader/reviewer so this review will be more surface level. Colleen Hoover is super popular right now and I wanted to see if this author and book lived up to the hype. This book was good, but not an absolute must read. With that being said, I read it in a day so it was interesting enough to keep me engaged. A few chapters in and it was really building suspense and getting creepy, but that was short lived. The plot was predictable to me, even all the twists. Which I will give credit, there are some good twists. There are some potentially triggering parts that include attempts to harm children (and them passing away) and it was hard for me to read that. Also, there were some side stories mentioned but not tied-in well or wrapped up. ... MoreI am by no means a great literary reader/reviewer so this review will be more surface level. Colleen Hoover is super popular right now and I wanted to see if this author and book lived up to the hype. This book was good, but not an absolute must read. With that being said, I read it in a day so it was interesting enough to keep me engaged. A few chapters in and it was really building suspense and getting creepy, but that was short lived. The plot was predictable to me, even all the twists. Which I will give credit, there are some good twists. There are some potentially triggering parts that include attempts to harm children (and them passing away) and it was hard for me to read that. Also, there were some side stories mentioned but not tied-in well or wrapped up. Oh, and the “spicy” parts were mild. Overall, it was a good read. I wouldn’t go out of my way to recommend this book though.

When Jeremy Crawford’s wife, Verity, is left unable to finish her popular book series due to an unfortunate accident, they hire Lowen to finish writing the series. Finishing the series seems like a good idea to push her career forward, but is the deal to good to be true? Lowen heads to the Crawford’s home to sort through Verity’s notes and outlines for the series, and instead comes across an unfinished autobiography by Verity. ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 (3.5/5) After seeing this book hyped up all over the place, I had very high expectations for it. The book was very fast paced, and an exhilarating read. However, the graphic sex scenes were a bit much for me, and a consumed a lot of the book. As far as the ending, it did leave me shocked and breathless. It is one of those books that ... MoreWhen Jeremy Crawford’s wife, Verity, is left unable to finish her popular book series due to an unfortunate accident, they hire Lowen to finish writing the series. Finishing the series seems like a good idea to push her career forward, but is the deal to good to be true? Lowen heads to the Crawford’s home to sort through Verity’s notes and outlines for the series, and instead comes across an unfinished autobiography by Verity. ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 (3.5/5) After seeing this book hyped up all over the place, I had very high expectations for it. The book was very fast paced, and an exhilarating read. However, the graphic sex scenes were a bit much for me, and a consumed a lot of the book. As far as the ending, it did leave me shocked and breathless. It is one of those books that leave you questioning who or what to believe.

This book deserves more than 5 stars. It is such a plot twist, suspenseful book! It’s absolutely crazy! I could NOT put this book down. I read it within a day and I think about it constantly. Colleen Hoover does a very good job with getting you hooked from the beginning. This book will always be a favorite for me. I forever will recommend this book to anyone and everyone I come in contact with. If you haven’t read this book, WHAT ARE YOU DOING!?

Verity" by Colleen Hoover took me on a wild ride of surprises and strong emotions. The characters felt so real, and their struggles hit me hard. Colleen Hoover's writing mixes romance and suspense in a way that kept me hooked and eager to know what happens next. This book is like a rollercoaster of love, trust, and mystery – it's not just a thriller; it made me rethink a lot of things. "Verity" is an exciting journey that made me feel deeply connected to the story. It had a great plot i would recommend it 100% i really love colleen hoover

3.5⭐ rounded up

Colleen Hoover is sick and twisted. I hate that I liked this book. I don’t know what to believe anymore. EDIT! (Spoilers Below) The more I think about it, the more I am disturbed by this book on multiple levels, and not necessarily in a good way. I went back to find the page, but I can't remember if it was Lowen or Verity who said this, but one of them said something about a write can only write the disturbed, horrid thoughts if they actually think them or think like that. Not sure if I believe that, I'm not a writer, but Colleen Hoover is; so is she self admitting to thinking thoughts as disturbed as what is in her books??? Also, as the book goes on, there's an underlying tone of Lowen getting pleasure from replacing Verity, more than just as the writer. Lowen says ... MoreColleen Hoover is sick and twisted. I hate that I liked this book. I don’t know what to believe anymore. EDIT! (Spoilers Below) The more I think about it, the more I am disturbed by this book on multiple levels, and not necessarily in a good way. I went back to find the page, but I can't remember if it was Lowen or Verity who said this, but one of them said something about a write can only write the disturbed, horrid thoughts if they actually think them or think like that. Not sure if I believe that, I'm not a writer, but Colleen Hoover is; so is she self admitting to thinking thoughts as disturbed as what is in her books??? Also, as the book goes on, there's an underlying tone of Lowen getting pleasure from replacing Verity, more than just as the writer. Lowen says multiple times in the book how she doesn't want to, but.... actions speak louder than words. Especially when recreated a spicy seen she read in Veritys manuscript between her an Jeremy and BIT DOWN ON THE HEAD BOARD RIGHT WHERE VERITY DID?! I was not a fan of that at all, that sealed the deal for me of her getting off on the idea of replacing her. AND FUTHERMORE... JEREMY FOUND THE MANUSCRIPT BEFORE VERITYS ACCIDENT? Reading Veritys letter in its entirety took the book to a whole new level I don't think it necessarily had to. Instead of getting a content, happy ending, the reader is leaving the book scared for Lowen and what might happen to her if something were to go awry in their relationship. It really felt like Hoover took this book one more step then it needed to go. I'm hoping that the letter was another way Verity tried to manipulate Jeremy, like Lowen thought could be a possibility, but I don't even know what to think.

Great author and writing, just didn't like it

i read it and just don't like the characters. the writer is amazing. the way she writes just flows perfectly. she gives perfect details to where you can imagine it but doesnt give over details. i love that. i just dont like the main character. shes a "pick me" girl. I don't like the fact of breaking up a marriage, cheating while the wife is up stairs dying, or any of the 3 characters personallies. but that's just my opinion of this book. probably shouldn't have started reading with this one. The author did amazingly with writing though. Her words flow perfectly even if i hated the book.

Positively horrific

Honestly, it is beyond me how this author gets the amount of positive reviews and clout that she does. This book, along with her many others, romanticizes co-dependency, physical and psychological abuse, dubious consent, and toxicity. Hoover makes it a point to attempt to paint characters with non "vanilla" s*x lives and those who don't want to be a mother as evil and the villain in her stories. Her characters are horribly written and her writing style puts this book at a middle school reading level at best. It astounds me how many people recommend this book on booktok and in the NYT and praise it as a thriller when this is anything but a dumpster fire. If you're looking for books with s*x scenes in them but that have an actual plot, there are far more out there ... MoreHonestly, it is beyond me how this author gets the amount of positive reviews and clout that she does. This book, along with her many others, romanticizes co-dependency, physical and psychological abuse, dubious consent, and toxicity. Hoover makes it a point to attempt to paint characters with non "vanilla" s*x lives and those who don't want to be a mother as evil and the villain in her stories. Her characters are horribly written and her writing style puts this book at a middle school reading level at best. It astounds me how many people recommend this book on booktok and in the NYT and praise it as a thriller when this is anything but a dumpster fire. If you're looking for books with s*x scenes in them but that have an actual plot, there are far more out there that are at least twice as good as this one and that's the lower end of the spectrum. Stop romanticizing toxicity and abuse and demonizing adventerous s*x, women choosing to not have kids, and painting mental health problems as a reason someone is evil or commits crimes.

This is trash, save your money!!!

This is the absolute worst book I have ever read. The only place it belongs is in my recycling bin. I can’t believe this is the work of Hoover. It’s disgusting. It’s over the top sexually, crappy and poorly outlined story line, and disturbing, disgusting, and horrific plot lines of abuse and murder of children just to name a few. I can’t believe Hoover wrote and published this, especially as a mother. It’s pure trash. Save yourself your brain cells and your money. It’s a solid no!!

so glad I read this book!

Verity is the first book I've ever read by Colleen Hoover, and definitely won't be the last. She draws you in with her writing to where you forget you're reading--you're just that invested in the story. I've been meaning to read her books for a long time and think this thriller was a fun and wild one to start out with!Verity's husband, Jeremy, hires a writer, Lowen, to finish writing a popular series by his wife, who was in an accident and can't complete the series. Jeremy also invites Lowen to stay at the house with him and Verity and gives her complete access to Verity's office for research on the series.Almost immediately Lowen comes across an unfinished autobiography Verity was writing. What Lowen reads in that manuscript is so disturbing, she immediately ... MoreVerity is the first book I've ever read by Colleen Hoover, and definitely won't be the last. She draws you in with her writing to where you forget you're reading--you're just that invested in the story. I've been meaning to read her books for a long time and think this thriller was a fun and wild one to start out with!Verity's husband, Jeremy, hires a writer, Lowen, to finish writing a popular series by his wife, who was in an accident and can't complete the series. Jeremy also invites Lowen to stay at the house with him and Verity and gives her complete access to Verity's office for research on the series.Almost immediately Lowen comes across an unfinished autobiography Verity was writing. What Lowen reads in that manuscript is so disturbing, she immediately begins wondering if she should show it to Jeremy. Knowing that Lowen has begun falling for Jeremy, I wasn't one hundred percent sure that she had the purest of intentions; however, the confessions were pretty shocking, and I found myself leaning towards telling Jeremy.As if this all wasn't creepy enough, the scare factor was increased by events unfolding in a way that I couldn't tell if what Lowen was seeing and experiencing were real or not. I've said this many times and will keep saying it--I love not being sure about whether a narrator is reliable or not!The only reason I rated this book four stars instead of five was that I didn't like Lowen falling for Jeremy. I thought it was predictable and a bit sudden.Bottom line--this book was a roller coaster, the kind that goes zero to sixty in five seconds. From the first page, you are LAUNCHED into the story. I flew through the book and was brought out of a major reading slump I previously was struggling to get out of. Things that happen in Verity are played with to where you can't tell if you're imagining things or not, and I love an author's ability to do that.