12 July 2023

I am a huge Samantha Downing fan, so I jumped at the chance to read A Twisted Love Story. Her books are about bad relationships and each time I open one of her books I am completely wrapped up in the story. A Twisted Love Story is a deliciously dark tale about a toxic relationship that will keep you intrigued from start to end.

Samantha Downing centres her stories around unhealthy relationships. In this book, you have two people who on their own are likeable characters, while together they are a disaster waiting to happen. I truly enjoy the twists and constant uncertainty she brings to her stories. There is not a single dull moment as she delivers twist after twist that leaves you on the edge of your seat.

Wes and Ivy have spent ten years in a relationship which is on and off all the time. When it’s good it is very good between them, but when it is bad – it is disastrous. They go to extremes to gain each other’s attention, always aiming for a grand gesture. This time Ivy involved the police, and the police officer on the case is not going to let it go. Wes and Ivy have a past that includes a dead body and the detective digging up the past is the last thing they need.

I raced through this book eager to find out who to trust. The characters all keep you on your toes and you know everyone is hiding something. The relationships are fantastic, not just Wes and Ivy, but Heath the best friend and Bianca who snoops around all the time make this a fantastic read.

There is no way around it, you will love these characters. Ivy who comes across as sweet is anything but. This woman packs a punch and she is guaranteed to leave you amazed with some of her actions. Wes is hard to place, while you know he loves Ivy you cannot help but wonder if he has ulterior motives. This guy is full of surprises and he keeps you curious right to the end. Heath takes the friendship a little too far and I have to say the man was just a tad creepy – despite Ivy’s bond with Heath I just did not like this guy. Bianca was the biggest twist, this almost innocent young woman is on a mission.

No doubt about it, Samantha Downing has delivered yet another brilliant read. This book has flown to the top half of my top ten books for 2023. This book will keep you reading until the early hours.

If you enjoyed Samantha Downing’s other books you will love this one. If you are new to this author, be warned, you will want to read her other books as well. She brings toxic relationships to the forefront of her stories and leaves you amazed by her character’s actions. I cannot recommend this book highly enough – if you haven’t yet, add this title to your TBR. It is a fantastic read, do not miss it.