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The Opportunist

Book 1 in the series:Love Me with Lies

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'The Opportunist' by Tarryn Fisher is a gripping and emotional tale that delves into the complex relationships and manipulative behaviors of the characters. The book follows Olivia, a character who struggles with her own flaws and past mistakes while navigating a tumultuous love triangle with Caleb and Leah. The writing style is described as powerful and raw, capturing the intense emotions and inner conflicts of the characters as they make difficult choices and face the consequences of their actions.

Characters:

The characters are complex, with Olivia being manipulative and self-aware, Caleb as a charming yet flawed individual, and Leah as a rival, creating a rich dynamic.

Writing/Prose:

The writing features emotionally engaging prose with natural dialogue and varied perspectives, enhancing the reader's connection to the characters.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around a toxic love story with elements of manipulation and second chances, showcasing how obsession can lead to complicated choices and emotional turmoil.

Setting:

The setting alternates between contemporary urban environments and significant flashbacks to the characters' college days, adding depth to their history.

Pacing:

The pacing is generally fast, filled with twists, and includes introspective moments that balance suspense with character development.
I am Olivia Kaspen, and if I love something, I rip it from my life. Not intentionally…not unintentionally either. I see one of them now, a survivor of my tainted, acrid love. He’s a hundred yards from...

Notes:

The main character, Olivia, is described as manipulative, scheming, and deeply flawed.
Caleb, Olivia's ex, suffers from temporary amnesia, which Olivia sees as a second chance.
The story explores themes of obsession, love, and emotional turmoil.
Olivia does not excuse her behavior and acknowledges her flaws throughout the book.
The narrative is known for its complex characters and their dysfunctional relationships.
The book features a love triangle involving Olivia, Caleb, and Leah.
Readers found the ending bittersweet and emotionally impactful.
The author, Tarryn Fisher, is praised for her writing style and character depth.
The book received mixed reviews; some readers loved it while others found it frustrating due to the characters' decisions.
The series is part of a trilogy, with each book focusing on different character perspectives.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The book contains high content warnings due to themes of infidelity, manipulation, emotional abuse, and mental health struggles, which may be triggering for some readers.

Has Romance?

The romance in The Opportunist is central to the story, characterized by intense emotions, turmoil, and complex relationships.

From The Publisher:

Olivia Kaspen is a sharp tongued manipulator used to always getting what she wants. With just one exception-Caleb Drake, the one she foolishly let slip away. After a chance encounter brings Caleb back into her life, Olivia finds herself wanting a second chance with her first love, and asking herself how far she is willing to go to get him back. Her only problem is a red head named Leah, Caleb's new love. Olivia must fight for what was once hers, and in the process discover that sometimes love falls short of redemption. more

Ratings (13)

Incredible (2)
Loved It (7)
Liked It (1)
It Was OK (1)
Did Not Like (2)

Reader Stats (45):

Read It (14)
Want To Read (24)
Not Interested (7)

1 comment(s)

5 months

Gah. I've teetered between rating this one star to three stars, and I've just decided not to rate it. The problem is that while I didn't like it (which I would generally rate one star), I don't think that's fair. It's well written, intriguing, and different than a lot of romances I've read--and I'm still thinking about it days after reading it. It just wasn't for me. And I'll probably think about reading the next book in the series.

 
 
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