I haven’t read any of this authors books before but have heard about them a lot so was excited to read this one. It wasn’t for me unfortunately and I really struggled with it. I couldn’t relate to any of the characters and it struggled to keep my attention

Thanks to Netgalley & the publishers for the ARC! Picture this: a narrative unfolding like a Greek Tragedy in five acts, centered around a mysterious murder on a private Greek island – or so it seems. Lana Farrar, a Hollywood luminary, annually gathers her closest companions on the captivating island of Aura. Our storyteller, Elliot Chase, a longtime friend of Lana, recounts the events leading up to a night saturated with deception and revenge. However, true to Michaelides' signature style, nothing is as straightforward as it appears.

Unfortunately, this one didn't quite hit the mark for me. The pacing felt lethargic, the writing style didn't resonate, and I struggled to form a connection with any of the characters. Consequently, the book became more of a trek than an immersive page-turner. While the final twist held some merit, my waning investment hindered its impact.

Alex Michaelides’ novel, The Fury, is a wonderfully written tale of love and deceit. Loaded with surprising twists and turns, the protagonist comes to realise, too late, that he is not the only author of his overly ambitious ‘script’ of unrequited love but that of his own fate. Captivated by, and already anticipating the expected, and completely justifiable, ending to the protagonist, I read this book in two sittings. However, it wasn’t the ending I expected but something more sinister. I loved it!

We follow the lives of Six people whose stories are centered on Lana, a famous actress who was murdered on her Greek island.
It’s your typical murder mystery but I think what makes this one really interesting is the narrator’s persuasive way of telling the story that almost borders on whining.

There’s a lot of plot twist that I know is supposed to be intriguing but it sort of left more to be desired.
I think I really got into the book halfway into it. There was a lot of explanation by the narrator that sort of took away the suspense and intrigue of the story but I’ll have to admit that the plot twist in the end was pretty good.

This is my first book from this author so I’m new to his style of writing but I wouldn’t totally write him off yet

The Fury by Alex Michaelides was a very pleasant surprise. After not enjoying some of this author’s previous works, I didn’t have high hopes for this one.
I am happy to say that I was wrong, this was a hugely enjoyable read, A slow burn character study/murder mystery set on an atmospheric and stormy Greek Island. Michaelides’ somewhat pretentious prose works very well in this instance, it suits our narrator down to the ground and adds to the overall theatrical nature of the story. I think that this book may be divisive as it is a very slowburn read and while I loved the narrator regularly breaking the fourth wall, I can see that this may put some readers off.
I did pick up on one of the big twists fairly early on but this didn’t lessen my enjoyment as there were many other twists and turns that I didn’t see coming. Overall this was a really entertaining read which is engaging and intriguing from the first page to the last.

With thanks to Micheal Joseph, Penguin Random House and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this unputdownable book in exchange for an honest review.

Well this was a weird and pleasantly entertaining tale with some quirky twists.
On the surface it’s ’one of those’ closed room kind of tales. A group of old friends are staying together on a remote Greek island unreachable during adverse weather conditions. Obviously the group of friends have secrets in their pasts, convoluted love interests and unsettled scores. What could possibly go wrong? Oh yeah someone gets murdered, probably…. The writer plays on the twee aspect of the scenario and all is not as it seems, particularly as some of our main characters are actors by trade, hmm can you always believe what’s playing out in front of you?
I loved the narrator being very much also part of the action and the tongue in cheek style. A good read with plenty of twisty turns and a dash of cheeky humour.

This is a hugely entertaining read mainly because of the fabulously written characters and the dialogue between them which made me both cringe and laugh many times. The book is a murder mystery but I found it to be a lot more than that but more character driven and all praise to Alex Michaelides wonderful writing.
The story is mainly set on a private island in Greece owned by a retired movie star Lana invites a group of friends on a short break and this is where the ‘fun’ begins !
Secrets, jealousy’s and a whole lot more begin to rise to the surface almost immediately and as the tension mounts and then a body is found.
I really enjoyed the book it was different to what I was expecting but in a good way and it’s a read that I can recommend.
My thanks to NetGalley and Michael Joseph, Penguin Random House for giving me the opportunity to read the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

Alex Michaelides writing is really something. I immensely enjoyed his previous two books and this one – although very different from the first two – was another great case of it being “really something”.
The writing is good, the characters are awesome, and the story unfolds spectacularly. I feel like whatever I might want to say about this book will contain some kind of spoilers. Overall, if you are a fan of psych thrillers, I’d say check this one out, and most likely the chances are you are going to enjoy it! I know how generic and superficial this sounds, yet I feel like this is the best I can say without starting to go down the rabbit hole of all the depths this book goes into. Also – unreliable narrator. A superb one. Yay!

This book was just not for me. I didn’t like any of the characters, the way the plot was told was irritating and I ended up not caring what the ending was going to be. In the end, it was a cleverly thought out plot with plenty of twists and turns but I just didn’t like it.

The Fury
by Alex Michaelides

"The Fury" by Alex Michaelides is another masterfully crafted psychological thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Set on a private Greek island, the former movie star Lana Farrar hosts a gathering that quickly turns into a whirlwind of intrigue, hidden truths, and potential murder. Narrated by Elliot Chase, an unreliable yet compelling character, the story unfolds with layers of mystery, misdirection, and moral complexities. The isolated island setting adds to the tension, creating an atmospheric backdrop for the unfolding drama.
The novel's structure, presented in five acts, mirrors a Greek tragedy, tying in seamlessly with the play being rehearsed by one of the guests. Michaelides weaves a narrative that explores themes of love, obsession, and revenge, keeping readers guessing until the very end. While not reaching the same level of surprise as "The Silent Patient," "The Fury" captivates with its well-paced plot, well-drawn characters, and a satisfying finale
Fans of psychological thrillers will find "The Fury" to be an engaging and immersive read.

An addictive unputadownable must read.
He has pulled another masterpiece out of the bag with this book.
I was already a fan before but now I am a super fan and cannot wait to see what he comes up with next.
A definite must for the best sellers list!

I've really enjoyed Alex Michaelides' previous two books and The Fury is another fabulous read that kept me gripped from the start. It is very different in tone from either book, but still delivers a story rich in intrigue, characters of dubious intent and a compelling narrative that drew me into the story. This is the story of Elliot and a group of his friends who make a special trip to the private Island of former actress Lana Farrar, a holiday that none of them will forget. It is a story of love, obsession and murder - but just who is the victim and who the killer?

The book is narrated by Elliot, our route into a very exclusive world and a very explosive situation. As the story is from Elliot's perspective we get a very one sided view of what is going on and it is clear very quickly that he is an unreliable narrator. We are privy to his prejudices, and assumptions which makes for an interesting read. Can we really believe everything we are hearing? That adds to the mystery of what is to come and is part of the reason I was completely pulled into this craftily plotted whodunnit.

It's hard to say too much about the book without revealing key elements of the plot that can act as spoilers. I can safely say though that this is a whodunnit with a very limited number of suspects, for both killer and victim. There are a lot of moments of misdirection that are fed throughout the book, little snippets of information that serve to undermine our feelings towards certain characters and paint them in a bad light. Not that this part is hard as there are few who come across as particularly likeable. Lana is perhaps an exception, the woman who gave up on fame to ensure she could be a good mother. In fairness, there is a superficial charm to Elliot too, a guy who doesn't quite fit in with the circle of friends, the rich and the famous, who Lana keeps about her. There is always an element of doubt bout his actions and motivations though which means trust is never quite established there either.

The isolated island setting is perfect and the styling of the novel reflective of the kind of Greek tragedy one of the guests, actress Kate, is currently rehearsing for. Told in five acts, the story is simple and yet complex at the same time, slowly building from a mystery laden introduction, through the establishment of the characters and an outlining of a potential motive for what could be about to pass. In this case, life imitates art, to a degree, and the moral complexities of Kate's play, are reflected in the story Elliot presents to us. A story of obsession and revenge - neither motive ever ends well for the perpetrator. Each act ends with a sting in its tale. The finale to the novel is actually quite fitting and made me smile. If you've read the author's earlier books, you will understand why.

This may not quite pack the punch and surprises of The Silent Patient, but I liked the pace, the setting and the characterisation the author has created and can definitely recommend this to the fans of a whodunnit.

The Fury is a complicated psychological thriller with an unreliable narrator in Elliot. I liked the setting, a remote Greek island reached only by boat. The authors writing style is unusual so will not be to everyone's taste but I enjoyed it, though the place was slow. Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the arc.

I really enjoyed this enigmatic and thrilling read, the narration of the story is a unique feature which I found interesting and fun. It helped me to build a rapport with the narrator where even after finishing the story, I still strangely favour them.

It was a rollercoaster of emotions, to which I had no idea what was going to happen next so I was constantly surprised. I would throughly recommend this to anyone who is a fan of a good mystery with morally grey characters.

Wow! Another fantastic book by the wonderful Alex Michaelides! I love everything I’ve read by him so far and this is no different:.
So well written and so entertaining, I raced through this book full of twists and turns and loved every second of it.
I’ll be recommending this book along with all his others.
4.5⭐️

Thanks first must go to Netgalley, the publisher and Alex Michaelides for the ARC copy of ‘The Fury’. I was highly anticipating this book after Alex’s previous two and was not disappointed. The book is set in a stunning location, which is well painted within the novel. The way it’s written is very different to anything I’ve recently read, which made me race through it quicker. It drew me in, gave twists and reveals and was absolutely brilliant. Highly recommend it.

The titular Fury is a wind on a Greek island owned by the former actress Lana Farrar, the narrator her friend Elliott Chase. We are told that on the island a murder has taken place and we will find out why and how. However, from the beginning the way Elliott 'tells' the story annoys me and whilst the story itself is a good one, cleverly written, with a very interesting twist, it is the way it is written, and the fact that Elliott is somehow annoying as a character is what mars this story for me. It's for that reason this only gets 3* from me.

Like a Greek tragedy but who is the victim.
Who is the murderer.
meet Lana and Kate actresses who are friends but different characters and Elliot a confidant of both.
Then there is Jason Lana's husband but previously Kate's boyfriend.
Add in Leo, who dotes on his mother Lana, Niko the caretaker who secretly harbours a love for Lana and the housekeeper Agathi who is fiercely protective of Lana.
Follow what happens on the Greek island of Aura Fury and the events that unfold leading to murder and the events leading up to it, through the narrator Elliot.

Thank you NetGalley and Penguin Michael Joseph for an advance copy of this ebook in exchange for an honest review

I honestly went into this blind as I loved the Silent Patient and I just knew whatever he brought out next, I’d be reading it!

This is an extreme slow burn story and it has a completely different vibe to The Silent Patient. I enjoyed the Hollywood Glamour aspects of the story.

The ending is wild. Twist upon twist upon twist. Generally I did enjoy this but maybe some of the end excitement could have been channelled earlier on in the story.

Unfortunately, this book wasn't for me. At one point in the book, Elliott, the narrator suggests that the reader will either love or hate him. I fell into the latter category. In fact there wasn't any likable characters in the story. Many people will probably find the plot very clever but I found it annoying. A part of the plot was described then the reader was told that didn't happen and a new version given. Without giving any spoilers, the ultimate ending for Elliott was obvious from the beginning.