★★★★★ 5
Do overs
Format: Kindle
With every phenomenal book Mia reminds me why I became an obsessed reader. Her stories are what keep me up late into the night, unable to put them down or walk away. Rich in brimming emotions, thrumming with adrenaline rush at impending danger, this book will make you forget the world exists beyond its pages.
When your fave author writes a book, you don't peek at the Blurb or look for massive list of triggers. You cover your eyes and jump in.
This tragically profound story hits you with a force of a runaway juggernaut, drawing you in till you are completely consumed in the characters' lives. First few pages sweep you in like rushing tidal waves, one after another, pulling you under, in inescapable tsunami of emotions.
“Fair is a myth,” Rex said. “Nothing in this messed-up life is fair.”
I Landed straight into Camille Cortlandt's house where an unspeakable crime is in progress. Cami, her sister Elle and her mom are subjected to horrible torture and assault. Her father tied and assaulted too.
And she was worried about another smaller problem from her boyfriend- Hollis Barclay's party!!
Their lives explode in chaotic mess, flying shrapnel hitting Rex Lowe and he becomes collateral damage, thus connecting them forever.
But there's another silent, abandoned victim who becomes the central pawn in the most elaborate and bizarre revenge saga I ever did read.
The twist comes out of nowhere and smacks you in the face.
WTH just happened and Whos & Whys will leave you reeling!! “Did. Not. See. That. Coming”
Cami is strong, beaten down but rising phoenix. A brave soul indeed. Rex Lowe is a true saviour, he steps up where most would've fled.
“We. There was that we again that she wanted to cup in her palms like a treasure, afraid that it’d be taken from her if she didn’t protect it. Knowing it wouldn’t be hers for long, no matter what.”
Cyrus Sanders is ultra smart, observant, fantastic chess student which helps him strategize with calm conviction. What a delight to see him perform!!
But the accolades belong to another person hiding in plain sight. What they do to move the story forward, keeping an eye on everything, and sneaking in when wanted was simply brilliant.
Every story by Mia brings me to my knees. Her trope/genre range is vast and diverse. Uniquely penned stories with immemorable characters. I can actually recall any character of her story at any given moment of time. Such is her impact.
“5 stars for Do-Overs”
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Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2025