Devi Nair
The Club is an intense and absorbing tale that pulls readers into a glittering yet toxic world of the rich and famous, where every cocktail comes with a side of secrets. The story’s strength lies in its raw, gritty depiction of wealth, privilege, and the way corruption trickles down to those caught in its wake. The morally complex characters and their perverse habits offer a thrilling, if unsettling, glimpse into the underbelly of affluence.
Tamaryn Payne’s narration was a highlight, electric and engaging, giving each character a distinct energy that kept the sprawling cast vivid.
Where the book faltered for me was in its execution. The sheer number of perspectives made the narrative feel cluttered, and I often found myself confused about whose point of view I was following. Compounding this, the audiobook included references such as “continuing from page xx” at the start of some chapters. Without a physical book to flip back to, these cues were disorienting and left parts of the story difficult to fully follow.
While the dark twists and ambitious storytelling had me hooked at times, the uneven pacing and disjointed structure ultimately kept this from being a standout listen. A mixed experience overall.
Originally posted at viewsshewrites.com.
The Club is an intense and absorbing tale that pulls readers into a glittering yet toxic world of the rich and famous, where every cocktail comes with a side of secrets. The story’s strength lies in its raw, gritty depiction of wealth, privilege, and the way corruption trickles down to those caught in its wake. The morally complex characters and their perverse habits offer a thrilling, if unsettling, glimpse into the underbelly of affluence.
Tamaryn Payne’s narration was a highlight, electric and engaging, giving each character a distinct energy that kept the sprawling cast vivid.
Where the book faltered for me was in its execution. The sheer number of perspectives made the narrative feel cluttered, and I often found myself confused about whose point of view I was following. Compounding this, the audiobook included references such as “continuing from page xx” at the start of some chapters. Without a physical book to flip back to, these cues were disorienting and left parts of the story difficult to fully follow.
While the dark twists and ambitious storytelling had me hooked at times, the uneven pacing and disjointed structure ultimately kept this from being a standout listen. A mixed experience overall.
Originally posted at viewsshewrites.com.