pithypants reviewed The Guest List by Lucy Foley
Review of 'The Guest List' on 'Goodreads'
1 star
This book has a promising premise, along the lines of Agatha Christie meets Gone Girl. Unfortunately, it goes right off the rails. My first issue: I'd figured out one of the major revelations easily within the first few chapters. My second issue: the number of absolutely bat-shit coincidences and reveals in this book is well beyond anything plausible. My third issue: the author has bitten off more than she can chew, and as a result there are a number of inconsistencies and minor plot points.
This author can write, but her storytelling needs work. If she wrote for Scooby Doo, the final scene where they unmask the villain would involve not one mask, but seven pulled off in rapid succession.
If you don't believe me (and don't mind having the entire plot spoiled), read this summary to see how ridiculous it is: the-bibliofile.com/the-guest-list-summary-synopsis-spoilers/#quicksummary
