Thank you to NetGalley for this eARC in exchange for my honest opinion.


This one was really quick to get through. The plot was very engaging, and held my attention throughout. The POV comes from both Leah and Katelyn, and jumps back and forth from the past to the present. The story begins right after Katelyn's birthday party has ended and she has experienced a kind of short term memory loss. This means, that for the longest time, we have no idea what really happened the night of the party. There are misdirects from other characters, and enough real hints to keep you guessing throughout as to what actually happened the night of Katelyn's birthday. On top of the amnesia, you have infidelity, divorce, jealousy, IVF struggles, alcoholism and loss of a parent being dealt with throughout the story. I liked not really knowing who the most nefarious person/people was/were until the very end. Based on this book, I would definitely read other offerings from this author.

I typically adore books by this author, but I have a preference for stories written in the first person. While I did find the characters enjoyable, I must admit that the pacing felt rather slow to me.

The central theme of the book, toxic friendships, was portrayed effectively through the complex relationship between Leah and Katelyn. The short chapters and the alternating timelines—before and after the party, as well as during the night of the party—added an interesting dimension to the storytelling.

In the end, I found it to be an enjoyable read. I'm definitely interested in exploring more books by Nicole Trope in the future.

A big thank you to NetGalley, Nicole Trope, and Bookouture for providing me with an ARC of this book. Your generosity allowed me to discover this engaging story.

A story of friendship through the years that shows the ups and downs of becoming older converging on one eventful birthday night. This is a well thought out story with a plausible plot that doesn't lose steam. The twists that happen are good ones that I never even thought of. While the story does flip back and forth in timelines it never gets muddy and you can easily keep up with what is going on. It's an easy read and fast paced. If you are a fan of Trope, I highly recommend this one as well!

Definitely a solid read. I thoroughly enjoyed the character development in this book. Lean and Katelynn have been friends since they were six. As we learn more about each of the characters it is easy to identify with each of them. As a mother and a woman, most of us struggle with the same thoughts and issues presented in this book. Told from varying points of view, I did find myself a big confused about what was happening and when. A few points of Leah's story also seemed confusing and ultimately turned out to be a figment of her imagination but I felt those parts were brushed by rather quickly and could have been expanded upon to really make the book a psychological thriller. I had hoped for a bit more of a intense plot twist but I did enjoy the dynamic between these two women. Solid read, would recommend.

Thank you Netgalley and Bookouture for this ARC copy..
"The Day After the Party" by Nicole Trope left me with mixed feelings and I am kinda disappointed.

I was intrigued at the start of the book where we see our FMC getting into a short term amnesia where she forgets just one particular day’s events but as the story unfolds, that plot loses momentum and it gets slow paced.

I couldn’t relate with any of the characters in this book as this story pans out to highlight the toxic friendships.

I did like the timeline shifts that definitely added depth to the friendship but this book was a mess. The Day After the Party, that started out to be promising, fell short in execution.

The Day After the Party by Nicole Trope ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Note to all future reader - do not start this book late in the afternoon because you will not be able to put this down and come night your eyes will feel like they are on fire! JUST. ONE. MORE. PAGE!

But seriously though this was an absolute page turner. it gripped me from the very beginning. Both Kate and Leah where well balanced characters and you found yourself having empathy for both when they made horrible decisions.

I will be recommending this book to anyone who will listen to me

Yes I would buy this for a friend. After reading this I purchased 'The boy under the table' and 'Blame' from the kindle store.

Thankyou for a fantastic read.

This was a slightly different pace this authors previous books I’ve read and whilst not one of my favourites still and enjoyable read.

I was initially very excited to read this book. The chapters seemed to drag on. The last 3-4 chapters were where it finally got interesting. I was very underwhelmed with this book that promised many twists.

If you like drama, suspense and a book with twists and turns, then this is for you

The relationship between Leah and Katelyn was a bizarre one from the start and continues to deteriorate as the story progresses.

I personally am not a fan of the timeline
jumps back and forth and for me it really ruined the book and made it harder to follow what was happening and to who!

I really did like all the twists and turns and not knowing how it was going to end with Leah, Katelyn, Aaron and Toby.

All in all, not a book for me with all of the timeline switches and changes in POV but still a good read.

"The Day After the Party" is an absolute gem of a psychological thriller, earning a solid 5 out of 5 stars from me. From the very first page, it had me hooked, unable to resist the temptation to turn page after page.

One of the highlights of this book is the character development, particularly with Kaitlyn. Her childhood experiences resonated with me, making her an instantly relatable and endearing character. I found myself deeply invested in her journey.

What sets this thriller apart is its unpredictability. Just when I thought I had it all figured out, the story took unexpected twists and turns that left me pleasantly surprised. It kept me on the edge of my seat, craving more.

Nicole Trope's storytelling prowess is undeniable, and after this captivating read, she has firmly secured a spot as one of my favorite authors. I'm eager to explore her other literary works and dive into more of her thrilling narratives. "The Day After the Party" is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a suspenseful, well-crafted psychological thriller.

Thank you Nicole Trope and NetGalley for an opportunity to get my claws on this e-book!

A really good psychological thriller which kept the suspense up right until the end. My sympathies for Leah and Katelyn kept swinging from one to the other throughout the whole story.

The Day After the Party is a fast, character driven read. This wasn’t so much a thriller but more of a domestic drama that speaks to the “grass is always greener” mindsets that begin to develop in any human being, but become toxic in friendships. I was quickly hooked and stayed up late to finish! One of the things I liked was how we got two different POV, one from Leah and one from Katelyn. The author does a fabulous job of switching between both of their “minds” without the “Leah” chapter that so often happens in other novels. You really get a play by play of how both characters are handling a situation. We also get a timeline view so we see how their friendship started and how it progressed. Overall, I enjoyed the book and while I have read Nicole Trope novels in the past, this just cements for me that she is a must read!

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

"The Day After the Party" by Nicole Trope left me with mixed feelings and a somewhat forgettable impression. Having previously enjoyed Trope's "The Family Across the Street" with a four-star rating, my expectations were set higher for this novel. Unfortunately, it fell short of my hopes, deserving a modest 2.5-star rating.

The central premise of Katelyn waking up in a hospital bed with amnesia, unable to recall her own birthday party and the events that followed, was intriguing. The concept of transient global amnesia as a plot device was a clever choice, creating an atmosphere of uncertainty and tension. However, this was a double-edged sword. While it prevented any predictable "aha" moments of memory recovery, it also made the story somewhat slow-paced and uneventful, leaving me occasionally bored.

The characters in the book were a major drawback for me. None of them came across as likable or relatable, and their self-centered and toxic behavior was hard to connect with. The toxic friendship between Katelyn and Leah, which dates back to their childhood, added depth to the story, but it also made it difficult to root for any of the characters. I couldn't help but feel sorry for Katelyn's daughter, Harper, who deserved better role models.

The narrative is divided between Katelyn and Leah, offering different perspectives on their complicated relationship. The timeline alternates between their childhood, the buildup to the ill-fated party, and its immediate aftermath. While this structure helped to unravel the complexities of their friendship, it didn't fully compensate for the book's slow pacing and unlikable characters.

Additionally, I noticed some editing errors in the story, such as inconsistencies in character details and references to outdated technology. These mistakes disrupted the immersion in the narrative.

In conclusion, "The Day After the Party" by Nicole Trope had an intriguing premise but fell short in execution. While I appreciated the unique approach to amnesia as a plot device, the slow pacing, unlikable characters, and editing errors left me feeling disconnected from the story. Despite this, I still see potential in the author's work, based on my previous positive experience, and I would be willing to give her another try in the future. Overall, I would rate this book a 2.5 to 3 stars. Thanks to the author and the publisher for providing me with a copy in exchange for an honest review; my thoughts and opinions are my own.

3⭐ - It took me some time to get into the book. Probably because it's written in third person. The story was interesting. During there were many things happening, which I didnt see coming. also when Leah and Katelyn were younger. The main theme of this book is toxic friendships, since the friendship of Leah & Katelyn is toxic. The chapters were short und jumping back in time, after the party and also during the night of the party. Overall an enjoyable read! I'll definitely check out other books by Nicole Trope!

Thank you NetGalley, Nicole Trope & Bookouture for sending me an ARC

So there was alot of suspense,drama,twista and turns and I did enjoy the story, but there were too many timelines and switching between the POV's that I couldn't enjoy the story.

Thanks publisher and Netgalley
All thoughts and opinions are my own and aren't influenced by anyone else

Thank you Netgalley for the ARC of this book! This is told from two POV'S, the hours after the party, years back, and it was a little hard to follow at times. I felt it picked up a little over half way, and some of the chapters weren't needed for a back story. In the beginning I did sympathize with Katelyn in her younger years, but didn't like her Character as she aged. All in all, I'd give it 3.5/5 and would still recommend as maybe someone else would love it more?

I am an avid psychological thriller reader and this book should not be classified under that category. It was a fantastic read, however the description is very misleading. In my honest opinion, it is more dark romance, drama, young adult, twisted toxic love triangle, very unbelievable. I couldn’t figure out where the psychological thriller part was?
I enjoyed how the story had character POV, flashback, and current day chapters that helped organize the plot for the reader. The characters were very unlikeable and it was more of a slow paced read. I was eagerly awaiting for the big plot twist but it was anticlimactic. Overall, I am glad to have discovered this author and I do plan on reading more of her work. Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture.

Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to get an ARC in exchange for an honest review. I would rate this book at a 3.4 overall. I had never read a book by this author previously, so I had no expectations going into it. I originally was considering this as a do not finish book, but I am glad I continued reading it. The book continues to get better the further you get. Trying to avoid spoilers, I will say the story has a unique condition I have never read about. It was refreshing to read something new. This is a story of jealousy between friends and memory loss. There are lies and deception. The story timeline jumps back and forth over a span of 30 years. It was a little hard for me to keep up with the time and day of each section. This wasn’t a keep me on the edge of my seat thriller, but I would still recommend giving it a try.

The Day After the Party starts as the perfect birthday celebration takes a chilling turn, leaving the protagonist, Katelyn, with more questions than answers. The story begins with Katelyn celebrating her thirty-sixth birthday surrounded by her husband and friends in their beautifully decorated home. Fairy lights twinkle and the atmosphere is festive. However, the following day, Katelyn awakens in a hospital bed, shaken and terrified. To her horror, she realizes that she has no recollection of the events that transpired during the party.

As Katelyn seeks to piece together the fragments of her lost memories, she discovers unsettling clues and inconsistencies. Her best friend was furious at midnight, her husband said terrible things, and there were ominous signs that something went terribly wrong. When Katelyn confronts her husband about the party, his response is suspicious, and she can't shake the feeling that he's hiding something.

The suspense deepens as Katelyn grapples with a growing sense of dread and paranoia. She questions whether someone at the party may have harmed her, or if her own actions that night were somehow sinister. Trust begins to erode, and the once-close-knit group of friends and her husband become suspects in her quest to uncover the truth.

Nicole Trope skillfully crafts a psychological thriller that keeps readers on the edge. The narrative is filled with tension, mystery, and an ever-present sense of unease. As Katelyn's fragmented memories slowly resurface, the reader is taken on a journey of discovery and deceit. It is a tale of unreliable memories, secrets, and the fragile nature of trust. It explores the complex dynamics of relationships and the darkness that can lurk behind seemingly perfect facades. With each revelation, the story becomes increasingly entangled, and the reader is left guessing until the final shocking reveal.

It is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into the depths of memory, trust, and the consequences of hidden truths. Nicole Trope's storytelling prowess shines as she unravels a web of secrets, leaving readers with a haunting sense of unease and an appreciation for the unpredictability of human nature.

This is a great thriller, that gets going straight away! I really enjoyed it, twisty and interesting, I really do recommend it!