This is what Avery Jones tells herself as the man she has finally allowed into her heart walks away from her on the cobblestone streets outside of Pike Place Market.
She has spent her life proving she doesn't need anyone. Armed with fiery red hair, a razor-sharp wit, and relentless ambition, she's quickly becoming a force in the corporate world. But when Nicholas Porter, a Clark Kent lookalike with undeniable charm, comes to work at her marketing agency, her carefully curated life flips on its axis.
Nicholas has a dimpled smile that is simply too good to be true. But with enough of a nudge from her slightly problematic, shopaholic best friend and coworker, Lacy, Avery decides to raise her white flag. She surrenders to Nicholas's relentless pursuit, diving in headfirst.
But after a month of bliss, things take a dark turn.
Monday morning arrives, and Nicholas comes to work, but something has changed. He has no interest in Avery—as if they never happened in the first place.
But they did, didn't they?
Torn between protecting her heart and needing answers, Avery leans on the encouragement of her father, the unwavering support of her best friend, and her own instincts about the man she was just beginning to fall for. As she searches for the truth behind Nicholas's sudden change, she uncovers something that may cost her far more than a broken heart.
This book would be perfect for fans of Freida McFadden!
At only 230 pages, it was a perfect quick read for me to indulge in between heavier genres. The plot moved fast and kept you intrigued of wanting to find out what was happening and where our characters would go. The writing style was easy to follow but still complex enough to add some uniqueness to it and I consider that a well done for a new author in my opinion! While some things were predictable, as a reader, I was so worried about the “WHO?”, I forgot about the “WHY?” 😳 !!!
Only thing I would say is the storyline or dialogue felt rushed or lacked substance in a few parts but not enough to really keep you from enjoying the overall read.
I’d recommend this book and I’ll totally read more of Carly’s books as she writes them! ✨❤️
Wow! This was such a ride! One minute I thought I was reading a romance and then when the turn happens you are already gripped and like wait….. thriller!! This was so good and such a fast paced easy read! Nicolas Porter is the sexy intern that started working under Avery at a marketing firm. Instant connection that must Avery wants to be kept secret in the office. While there romance starts off super sweet, one day it’s like a light switch is hit and Nicolas starts acting strange and distant. Go on this wild ride while Avery tries to get down to the bottom of what Nicolas is hiding and why he is acting the way he is. Such a fun roller coaster and a book you can easily devour in one sitting!
I’m sorry..WHAT🤯 I absolutely loved this book! Carly will forever be an instant read author for me🤌🏽 She literally ate and left NO crumbs with this one! This is a MUST read for sure🙌🏽
I was a beta reader for this novel and I absolutely loved this story! The suspense aspect of this novel was my favorite part! The whole time reading this book, I could not guess at all what was going to happen or what the plot twist was going to be and once I reached the plot twist, Carly did not disappoint with leaving me completely speechless! Carly captured this genre of writing so well and it was definitely a 5 star for me! The details, the characters, the style of writing was all chefs kiss!
I loved this book. Honestly- this book was one of those books that I couldn’t put down! I love a good romance mystery.
“I prefer the company of my own home, the familiarity of my warm fireplace, and the escape of a good book.” ME CODED. & maybe that’s why I ate this book up so much bc the FMC was such a boss yet an introvert.
“But eventually, you have to realize you can either let it beat you or you can beat it.” THISSSSS RIGHT HERE IS A BAR!! & can I add how much I loved her dad and Kate, they sound like they were made for each other. He is such a girl dad & you can tell by reading this.
Carly did such a good job at creating a story that feels emotionally engaging while still keeping the mystery and tension moving at a really good pace. (In the beginning I was like WOAH— Nicholas is kinda overly clingy and cheesy but he did a 180 & sold me) The book really makes you think about how much of our lives are shaped by our choices and how sometimes the version of ourselves we think we want isn’t necessarily the version we actually need.
The characters were another huge highlight for me. I became invested in what they were experiencing, and I appreciated that they felt like actual people rather than simply existing to move the plot forward. Their emotions, relationships, mistakes, and decisions made the story feel personal, and there were definitely moments where I found myself thinking about what I would do if I were in their position.
& THE TWIST! The twist she through in there was one that I noted in my head before I had all my information and when I started to see it unraveling I was like “YUPPP I knew it!” But it was better than I expected it to be too! It wasn’t too obvious!
Carly Wilson created a story that made me think about who we are, who we could have been, and whether the life we imagine for ourselves is always the life that would actually make us happy.
If you enjoy books that make you question the choices that shape our lives while giving you an engaging story and characters to become invested in, definitely add The Version of You to your TBR right now!
Thank you to the Carly Wilson & the publisher for the opportunity to read an ARC.
This book was a short and easy story, but exceeded the development of a plot and a detailed narrative. This story had so many descriptive scenes and a plot that was a mix of romance and thriller!
In this book we meet Avery who is a hardworking, ambitious, and driven woman who has had a rough relationship with her mother who suffers from alcoholism. Her father was a workaholic to make ends meet. With Avery’s lonesome in childhood it caused her to be a very independent and strong woman.
Lacy is Avery’s best friend was my favorite character. Lacy is a spunky, girly, confident woman. Lacy and Avery work together and have been best friends for years.
Nicholas is this charming, attractive, and nerdy guy who loves Star-Wars. Nicholas is a new intern at the Juniper & Slate office, Avery is his new boss.
With Nicholas and Avery working close together , feelings start to develop between the two of them. Their banter between each other was like no other!
There is a huge twist that takes place that had me on the edge of my seat!! I really hope there is a second book to this series! I can’t wait to find out what happens and to see where Nicholas and Avery end up!
Thank you Carly Wilson for letting me read the ARC version! I can’t wait to see your future with writing, this was amazing!! 🥰
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now let’s start off, I really enjoyed this book. I’ve never read a romance / thriller / mystery vibe. Honestly didn’t even know that was a thing. I actually LOVED that it was set like NOW? It felt like I made a new friend and I asked her about her life and she was just filling me in on some crazy shit over coffee 🤪
I had lots of theories and when I look back at them I had bits & pieces of them right just not the full story. I still did not see the big twist/reveal coming because I never thought of the “why”. Also a few things were brought up and never acknowledged again ? Like why the lights went out? But I mean could’ve just been a fluke & meant literally nothing. I’ve had the power go out at my house and not my neighbors sooo maybe she just got unlucky idk.
This did feel a bit rushed but nothing wrong with short & sweet in my opinion. We got all the necessary info and the ending was a good set up for if she decided to write another book or just leave you on your toes forever.
Her writing is seriously so incredible! When she asked me to Arc read A Version of You I was so excited to read more of her work!
This one was much different than her very first book and I truly could never decide which one I like more!
A Version of You is about our FMC Avery Jones! A strong independent woman who has never in her life “needed” a man!
That is until Nicholas Porter the new hire at her marketing agency walks in. Nicholas is just as equally infatuated if not more than Avery!
After some time of getting to know one another dating Nicholas is like heaven! Or so she thinks … untill the unexpected occurs…
Seriously so drawn in to this entire story!! Definitely mark your calendars because A Version of You releases September 8th and you are gonna want to read this one!
(Also go check out her socials to get a peek of the cover that her amazing mother created 😍) much love Carly<3
Thank you Ms. Wilson for allowing me to read this ARC of your book. Very entertaining and had me at the edge of my seat. Read this in one sitting. Avery is a very smart young lady, though at first I was thinking she was a weak woman. Though while the story was unfolding everything made scence. Nicholas who worked with her, a new hire, she his boss seemed to be flirting with Avery. Both agreed to be more professional at work, but something seemed off. Nicolas was not acting at all the same, like he didn't have this connection with her. When she confronted him he said that he was dealing with family stuff. Avery understood because she had family stuff too. Avery was not accepting Nicolas excuse for his indifference like a totally different person. She then begins to do her research and became her own Private Investigator. What unfolds takes on a scary situation. A must read!! Thanks again.
I received this book as an ARC from Carly. 4.5/5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Avery is falling fast for Nicholas, but when he suddenly starts acting like what they had was nothing, she knows something is wrong.
This book took me a bit to get into, but once I was hooked I could not put it down. I love the attention to detail Carly incorporates into her books. Her writing is intentional and impactful, using all the right words to make the punches land hard.
I loved the mix of romance and mystery, combining two of my favorite genres. The way Avery uses her dad as an example of what she wants in her future and what she knows her and Nicholas can have was incredibly beautiful.
I did not expect the story to plan out the way it did and I was absolutely shocked when everything came out. Would definitely recommend this book if you are looking for a fast paced thriller that will keep you on your toes.
I received an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) of A Version of You by Carly Wilson.
The story follows Avery, who begins dating a new intern at work named Nicholas. At first, everything seems to be going well, but before long his behavior becomes confusing and he suddenly cuts off all contact with her. Feeling like something doesn’t add up, Avery starts searching for answers. The deeper she digs, the more unexpected secrets she uncovers.
Overall, I enjoyed the book. It was engaging and kept me wanting to read just one more chapter so I could get to the ending. There were a few inconsistencies in the story that pulled me out of it at times, but I’m hoping those will be fixed before the official release.
If you enjoy thrillers with plenty of twists, this one is worth adding to your reading list.
This was my first ever ARC (advanced reader copy) of a book!!!! I really enjoyed the character development and found myself connecting with the emotions throughout the book. Carly Wilson did a wonderful job creating moments that felt authentic and relatable, making it easy to become immersed in the story. While there were a few places where I wanted the pacing to move a little quicker, I still found myself eager to keep reading and see how everything unfolded with the suspenseful twist! The themes and emotional depth were what truly made this book shine for me.
Wow where do I start. I had the pleasure of reading the ARC copy of this book and let’s just say I was pleased. I liked the way the book mixed romance and mystery so well. The pacing was a little slow at the beginning but then picked up and kept me the rest of the book. I’m definitely stuck on the ending of the book trying to figure out where he was ifykyk. This books will definitely be recommended to others!
The storyline overall was good — I love the mix of thriller & romance. However, I think there’s too much going on for such a short book. It was hard to actually believe the relationship between Avery & Nick because the majority of the book spans over just a month. I think the repeat of Avery’s mom and her troubles was more than enough. I really liked the twist, I think it just came too early in the plot. Overall, this book has a ton of potential and I did enjoy it!
I received A Version of You by Carly Wilson as an ARC copy!
This book was so fast paced! I really enjoyed it. Avery and Lacy are best friends who work at an office together then along comes Nicholas… new guy from Ohio who’s the new intern in the office. Nicholas is interested in Avery but she doesn’t want to give him the time of day… until she does!
I didn’t expect the twists 🙈
This was a great palette cleanser and the cover art looks awesome ☺️💙
You start the book thinking it’s going to be a cute little romance, but nope, just kidding, it’s actually a thriller. Avery (our FMC) wants to keep an office romance under wraps, but then Nicolas (our MMC) changes in weird ways. All of a sudden, Avery has to figure out what Nicolas is up to. It was an easy read, and I definitely enjoyed it. It was on the shorter side, which I definitely enjoy.
I received an ARC copy of A Version of You & it is my first time reading an ARC copy of a book. This was also the first Thriller I have ever read & let me tell you, it was phenomenal!!! I absolutely love the way Carly writes & how I truly felt like I was in the story. I didn’t see the plot twists coming at all & the ending was a 10/10!!! I cannot wait for everyone to read this book!
Thank you so much for an ARC for A Version of You! This book was a fast paced suspense novel. The character development was very thorough and I loved the elements of the Midwest/Michigan, as the author is from MI. Ultimately, I found the plot twist a little bit anti-climactic, as I’m not a fan of the “evil twin“ trope.
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A mix of girl making her place in the world, colorful friends and coworkers, a tempting romance…..and a mysterious twist with a climax! Lots of teasing and circling at the office as she is intrigued but conflicted about letting and falling for this guy. For me core to the book is our watching how Avery (the protagonist) navigates the need to pivot from within the rigidly defined, contained life she has carefully crafted. The crazy twist, and how it throws her just as she has finally let down her guard..................Of course, she will rise to the occasion, and it is a fun ride.
I found the characters relatable. The best friend is not just a side kick, but a well-shaped character you welcomed learning more about, I cared about her. One of the little gems that struck me is how the author fully paints even the “background” characters, specifically her divorced parents. The “good parent” and the “bad parent” could have been one dimensional, but she gives us a little more. She sprinkles in dialogue and special memories fully acknowledging both played a part in defining her, both are people, both loved her ….and that good advice can come from even unlikely places.
Pick it up! Looking for more from this author soon!
I did not expect this book to go where it did. It was honestly one of the better thrillers I have read. Kind of reminds me of Freida because holy crap I did not expect that.
I loved it and cant wait to see what she comes out with next and it better be pt 2 of this bc THE ENDING?! WTF.
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This is another soft dnf. It has nothing to do with the book I was not very far in. I just haven't picked it back up. I will revisit this one later. I love the author and I'm sure this is good. My mood is not correct for this one at this time.
A Version of you is a fun, fast paced book! It kept me guessing with each page, while remaining fun and light. Carly does an excellent job of making the reader think and to remind us that not everything is what it seems engaging moving
A Version of you is a fun, fast paced book! It kept me guessing with each page, while remaining fun and light. Carly does an excellent job of making the reader think and to remind us that not everything is what it seems
I got an ARC of this book from the author and I devoured it in two days!! I didn’t expect the twists and could not put it down. I loved it sooo much. What a fun quick read!!
This book was a slow burn at the beginning, then the twist came. Kind of reminded me of a “Lifetime” movie. Liked the cliff hanger at the end. Fast read.
ARC review: At first I was rolling my eyes with how quick the relationship started between the FMC and MMC.. and in that time it seemed to drag with what felt like fillers. But then the twist? That had me right back on track and wanting to get through the next page after page. The audacity of the ending though! lol whew what a roller coaster of emotions.