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Homewrecker
They call women like me homewreckers.
It’s a title I never asked for, but somehow, I’m the only one who has to always wear it.
He gets to move on and create a new life where people still respect him, love him, and make room for his mistakes.
I became the mistake.
Now, I’m trying to rebuild a life with the name everyone else decided belonged to me. I’m trying to figure out who I am when the worst thing I’ve ever done becomes the only thing people care to know about me.
I’m not asking anyone to forgive me. I learned in therapy that it really doesn’t matter.
But if I have to live with the title of homewrecker, then everyone should at least know the whole story.
It’s a title I never asked for, but somehow, I’m the only one who has to always wear it.
He gets to move on and create a new life where people still respect him, love him, and make room for his mistakes.
I became the mistake.
Now, I’m trying to rebuild a life with the name everyone else decided belonged to me. I’m trying to figure out who I am when the worst thing I’ve ever done becomes the only thing people care to know about me.
I’m not asking anyone to forgive me. I learned in therapy that it really doesn’t matter.
But if I have to live with the title of homewrecker, then everyone should at least know the whole story.
393 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 16, 2026
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October 19, 2026
Wow this was REALLY GOOD. The different perspective of cheating from every angle. The way I could just feel the shame off the pages from Blair. I think this was PERFECT and I enjoyed reading Blair heal from the stain of one bad decision. The way she took accountability, created boundaries and healed from the damage she not only caused Ravenna but herself. And F …Caleb cause it ain’t right that women get a dirty stain on their name and men are just able to go through life gracefully. Not saying she was right but she had to build herself up after that aint shit 🌚. **sigh this was such a creative take . I’ll think about this story for a minute.
October 19, 2026
Loving for Lies
Well this was an interesting read, not the first one that I've read from the mistresses pov but definitely one where there was this much remorse shown.
Blair was a beautiful, feisty, talented boss lady. She owned a thriving interior design business. By all intents and purposes she had a good life, but still managed to allow a married man to turn her into a mistress for YEARS. She knew better. She allowed Caleb to shred her boundaries and use her empathy against her. She ignored all the red flags because he had an explanation/excuse for everything, because they felt good together, because she felt "chosen." I spent most of this book thinking Blair was dumb AF, and well I stand on that. She was definitely a fool in love and while she did place some distance between them, it just gave Caleb more space to LIE.
Caleb was a a master manipulator, a compulsive liar, a habitual cheater and when the ish blew up in his face somehow HE landed softly. I think it's crazy how society always finds a way to hate women. Blair was seen as the homewrecker, when it was HIS job to protect HIS home. Caleb pursued her, but he was allowed to make a "repeated mistake,"and receive forgiveness while Blair was shamed.
Blair was 110% wrong. She went into the situation with her eyes wide open and with strong clarity that Caleb was married. She wavered on her boundaries and when people around her called her out on her bs, she still stayed. It was seriously beyond me. I really appreciated the way the story was told. The remorse, embarrassment, and the weight of her actions was displayed in how Blair moved forward. That made the story unique.
I wish the author was more descriptive in how she described the characters. I couldn't really picture them. Caleb was fine with chocolate skin 😒 I am unsure what Blair looked like, assuming the cover was accurate it should have been depicted within the story.
P.S. I loved Blair's sister Klair, she was a straight shooter but still loved her while calling her out constantly on her bs.
Well this was an interesting read, not the first one that I've read from the mistresses pov but definitely one where there was this much remorse shown.
Blair was a beautiful, feisty, talented boss lady. She owned a thriving interior design business. By all intents and purposes she had a good life, but still managed to allow a married man to turn her into a mistress for YEARS. She knew better. She allowed Caleb to shred her boundaries and use her empathy against her. She ignored all the red flags because he had an explanation/excuse for everything, because they felt good together, because she felt "chosen." I spent most of this book thinking Blair was dumb AF, and well I stand on that. She was definitely a fool in love and while she did place some distance between them, it just gave Caleb more space to LIE.
Caleb was a a master manipulator, a compulsive liar, a habitual cheater and when the ish blew up in his face somehow HE landed softly. I think it's crazy how society always finds a way to hate women. Blair was seen as the homewrecker, when it was HIS job to protect HIS home. Caleb pursued her, but he was allowed to make a "repeated mistake,"and receive forgiveness while Blair was shamed.
Blair was 110% wrong. She went into the situation with her eyes wide open and with strong clarity that Caleb was married. She wavered on her boundaries and when people around her called her out on her bs, she still stayed. It was seriously beyond me. I really appreciated the way the story was told. The remorse, embarrassment, and the weight of her actions was displayed in how Blair moved forward. That made the story unique.
I wish the author was more descriptive in how she described the characters. I couldn't really picture them. Caleb was fine with chocolate skin 😒 I am unsure what Blair looked like, assuming the cover was accurate it should have been depicted within the story.
P.S. I loved Blair's sister Klair, she was a straight shooter but still loved her while calling her out constantly on her bs.
October 22, 2026
WOW!!!!
I came across this book on Goodreads, and I'd never heard of Netra or read any of her previous work, but she had me at the dedication:
*To every woman who has ever said, "I would never."
May life never humble you enough to make you eat those words.*
I MEAN???? How could I not read this after THAT?
And what a writer!!! I can't even count how many quotes I underlined throughout this book. The writing was SO GOOD, and the story itself??? I was completely invested.
I just LOVEEEE complicated stories, and this one was right up my alley. Definitely going to be reading more from Netra!!! 🤸🏻♀️
I came across this book on Goodreads, and I'd never heard of Netra or read any of her previous work, but she had me at the dedication:
*To every woman who has ever said, "I would never."
May life never humble you enough to make you eat those words.*
I MEAN???? How could I not read this after THAT?
And what a writer!!! I can't even count how many quotes I underlined throughout this book. The writing was SO GOOD, and the story itself??? I was completely invested.
I just LOVEEEE complicated stories, and this one was right up my alley. Definitely going to be reading more from Netra!!! 🤸🏻♀️
October 17, 2026
Perspective
Netra Antoinette does a great job with getting you invested in the lives of her characters. Whether you agree with them or not, you are drawn in to not only their lives, development, but the outcome. You may not always be rooting for the character, but you become interested in their story.
Blair is admittedly flawed as hell. She makes mistakes that will have you giving a mean side eye and ignores things that will make you cuss. I loved the perspective of the “homewrecker” and how we were so thoroughly able to see how her decisions, external judgements, and internal battles affected the way she operated, thought, and lived. Her emotions were relatable and the people around her (mainly her sister) were REAL with the way they loved but still let her know about herself at every turn.
This was a great read.
Netra Antoinette does a great job with getting you invested in the lives of her characters. Whether you agree with them or not, you are drawn in to not only their lives, development, but the outcome. You may not always be rooting for the character, but you become interested in their story.
Blair is admittedly flawed as hell. She makes mistakes that will have you giving a mean side eye and ignores things that will make you cuss. I loved the perspective of the “homewrecker” and how we were so thoroughly able to see how her decisions, external judgements, and internal battles affected the way she operated, thought, and lived. Her emotions were relatable and the people around her (mainly her sister) were REAL with the way they loved but still let her know about herself at every turn.
This was a great read.
October 16, 2026
Whew, this one right here. Netra did a PHENOMENAL job telling a story from the other woman's perspective because baby this was not your typical love story.
You definitely have to go into this one with an open mind and an open heart. My heart broke for Blair. Now don't get me wrong, I did NOT feel bad about her getting exposed because actions have consequences. But watching her deal with the aftermath, the judgment, and trying to rebuild her life had me feeling all kinds of emotions.
I do believe Blair learned a HARD lesson, and I loved that Netra didn't try to excuse her choices but instead showed us the woman behind the mistake. Because whew… it's easy to judge somebody until you're forced to see the whole story. 🤎
You definitely have to go into this one with an open mind and an open heart. My heart broke for Blair. Now don't get me wrong, I did NOT feel bad about her getting exposed because actions have consequences. But watching her deal with the aftermath, the judgment, and trying to rebuild her life had me feeling all kinds of emotions.
I do believe Blair learned a HARD lesson, and I loved that Netra didn't try to excuse her choices but instead showed us the woman behind the mistake. Because whew… it's easy to judge somebody until you're forced to see the whole story. 🤎
October 25, 2026
This book was very VERY triggering and emotionally difficult to process.
I empathized with and chastised Blair in equal measure…Caleb was a master at the game he ran on her. He made sure he laid a proper emotional foundation with her for 6 months before he asked her out on a date and dropped the bomb that he was married. She truly did her best to fight it but she had already lost that battle sometime in those 6 months. Where I was getting irritated with her was her sticking around despite seeing no move on his end to actually end his marriage. Him asking her to terminate their pregnancy was the absolute last straw for me. He staying with him beyond that was insane to me.
To make matters worse, when everything blew up and she actually begged him to stay with her instead… girl please be so for real!!! The one thing I really wanted was a little consequence for Caleb… a little POV from him as well. I would have really wanted to see that.
All in all, a very interesting read!
I empathized with and chastised Blair in equal measure…Caleb was a master at the game he ran on her. He made sure he laid a proper emotional foundation with her for 6 months before he asked her out on a date and dropped the bomb that he was married. She truly did her best to fight it but she had already lost that battle sometime in those 6 months. Where I was getting irritated with her was her sticking around despite seeing no move on his end to actually end his marriage. Him asking her to terminate their pregnancy was the absolute last straw for me. He staying with him beyond that was insane to me.
To make matters worse, when everything blew up and she actually begged him to stay with her instead… girl please be so for real!!! The one thing I really wanted was a little consequence for Caleb… a little POV from him as well. I would have really wanted to see that.
All in all, a very interesting read!
October 18, 2026
This thang is loaded and the end will have you either feeling convicted or extremely empathetic for the main character. It was definitely a hard but eye opening read that will definitely make you question your morals but also open up your heart to the conversation of who am I to determine when a person is deserving of forgiveness or not?
October 23, 2026
SPOILERS AHEAD - LOTS OF THEM!!
It's the middle of the night, and I just finished Homewrecker! I have thoughts, lots of thoughts. Or maybe this is a character analysis, I'm not sure, but here we go. I started reading it several times, but as a mood reader, I was all over the place. Here at the finish line, I have choice words for Caleb; now that man has all the audacity, and his need for validation and to be desired is sick. Bible verses in a conversation about why your mistress should get an abortion is wicked work. His karma needs to be deep and unrelenting because of how he is manipulating everyone around him.
Now, Ms. Ravenna, was she lied to also? Yes. Was Blair aware Caleb was still legally married and still entertained him? Yes. But none of that was reason for her to air out Blair's business with photos of her panties on the internet and purposely expose her in the way she did. I really feel like that was a little too far. Yeah, she was mad and out of her mind, grieving a marriage that had more secrets and lies than an HBO limited series, but airing it out on social media was childish and overall high-key crazy. I can empathize with the depth of her hurt and betrayal, but let's get into some facts and on Blair for a moment. Caleb provided Blair with divorce papers from an actual attorney; he got his own place and made it theirs, and even bought her a "promise ring". They went on trips together, spent time conversing throughout the day every day; I can see how Blair got caught up, not for three whole years but overall and intially yes. She let him know she didn't want to deal with a married man, and he started making moves to hook and reel her in. She was a fool no doubt about it and used love as a weak and flimsy excuse when she knew she was wrong. I needed Ravenna and everyone to place just a little more emphasis on the levels Caleb was going to deceive and manipulate everyone around him to live his double life. And how was he home every night when there were nights he spent the night with Blair at that apartment or her place?
I think Ravenna was justified but a little heavy-handed with dishing out her rage on Blair. As for Blair, ma'am, three years?! Now you knew he was lying, especially after that text asking him to come home and most certainly after the baby situation. The level of delusion you'd have to live in for three years to endure the continued deception is scary - coming from someone with a psychology degree. Yes, Caleb validated her with the "moving out" and getting his own apt and the divorce papers, but one thing that never came up in her internal thoughts was how long she was willing to wait on Caleb to get the divorce. Three years is a very long time; would she have waited another five, ten? Like, if they never ended up at the same award ceremony and Blair and Ravenna never came face to face, how long was she going to entertain Caleb? Yes, she chose to walk away from Caleb once she was informed about the actual state of his marriage, but would she have ever left? Would she have left him if she found out about the other woman who was his third option? And why did she want to be chosen so badly? On another note, my favorite character was Klair; she was unapologetically herself in any and all rooms. I adored her being aromantic and showing how vastly different she lived her life, her humor, and while not always in agreement with Blair, she was always there for her sister and also not afraid to call her out. This was a five-star read for me. I love stories that have complex characters, and I love going on deep dives into their psyche.
It's the middle of the night, and I just finished Homewrecker! I have thoughts, lots of thoughts. Or maybe this is a character analysis, I'm not sure, but here we go. I started reading it several times, but as a mood reader, I was all over the place. Here at the finish line, I have choice words for Caleb; now that man has all the audacity, and his need for validation and to be desired is sick. Bible verses in a conversation about why your mistress should get an abortion is wicked work. His karma needs to be deep and unrelenting because of how he is manipulating everyone around him.
Now, Ms. Ravenna, was she lied to also? Yes. Was Blair aware Caleb was still legally married and still entertained him? Yes. But none of that was reason for her to air out Blair's business with photos of her panties on the internet and purposely expose her in the way she did. I really feel like that was a little too far. Yeah, she was mad and out of her mind, grieving a marriage that had more secrets and lies than an HBO limited series, but airing it out on social media was childish and overall high-key crazy. I can empathize with the depth of her hurt and betrayal, but let's get into some facts and on Blair for a moment. Caleb provided Blair with divorce papers from an actual attorney; he got his own place and made it theirs, and even bought her a "promise ring". They went on trips together, spent time conversing throughout the day every day; I can see how Blair got caught up, not for three whole years but overall and intially yes. She let him know she didn't want to deal with a married man, and he started making moves to hook and reel her in. She was a fool no doubt about it and used love as a weak and flimsy excuse when she knew she was wrong. I needed Ravenna and everyone to place just a little more emphasis on the levels Caleb was going to deceive and manipulate everyone around him to live his double life. And how was he home every night when there were nights he spent the night with Blair at that apartment or her place?
I think Ravenna was justified but a little heavy-handed with dishing out her rage on Blair. As for Blair, ma'am, three years?! Now you knew he was lying, especially after that text asking him to come home and most certainly after the baby situation. The level of delusion you'd have to live in for three years to endure the continued deception is scary - coming from someone with a psychology degree. Yes, Caleb validated her with the "moving out" and getting his own apt and the divorce papers, but one thing that never came up in her internal thoughts was how long she was willing to wait on Caleb to get the divorce. Three years is a very long time; would she have waited another five, ten? Like, if they never ended up at the same award ceremony and Blair and Ravenna never came face to face, how long was she going to entertain Caleb? Yes, she chose to walk away from Caleb once she was informed about the actual state of his marriage, but would she have ever left? Would she have left him if she found out about the other woman who was his third option? And why did she want to be chosen so badly? On another note, my favorite character was Klair; she was unapologetically herself in any and all rooms. I adored her being aromantic and showing how vastly different she lived her life, her humor, and while not always in agreement with Blair, she was always there for her sister and also not afraid to call her out. This was a five-star read for me. I love stories that have complex characters, and I love going on deep dives into their psyche.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 4, 2026
I loved how the author wrote around the abortion it was very in depth and my heart genuinely sank and broke during that moment. Honestly, I wish the entire story had been written with that same emotional depth and perspective.
One thing I hated was Chapter 20. When she started explaining why she forgave him, why couldn't we actually LIVE that moment? I felt like a bystander throughout the entire story. Instead of feeling like I was reading HER story, I felt like she was simply summarizing what happened to her.
And let's talk about the delusion. How do you stalk someone's page, come to a realization, and then go upstairs to daydream about the SAME person who just told you F YOU in 30 different ways? Be serious.
The story also felt incredibly undetailed compared to the author's other work. I genuinely tried to understand why we got so much detail about Klair stealing a wing, but everything else seemed to happen in fast-forward. I wanted more depth, more emotion, and more moments that allowed me to actually experience the story.
SPOILER ALERT: But let me tell y'all what REALLY pissed me off. After the award ceremony, after everything that happened, and after this man basically lived two separate lives, this girl STILL went and bought him a gift. AFTER SLEEPING WITH A MAN WHO IS MARRIED AND HAS BEEN FOR THREE YEARS. I was sick.
As for Ravenna, she was NOT here for the BS, and I loved that about her. I appreciated that the author didn't make her another sweet, passive, useless female character. She had an attitude, a backbone, and wasn't afraid to show it. Blair, on the other hand, was genuinely giving ditsy and clueless. BUT Ravenna was also giving "I won because he came home." Girl, he is STILL playing both of y'all. Y'ALL ARE BOTH DUMMIES.
Ultimately, I think she made several horrible decisions, but I still found myself having compassion for her. I can criticize her choices and still empathize with her. That's what made the story decent for me.
Not the best best but …
One thing I hated was Chapter 20. When she started explaining why she forgave him, why couldn't we actually LIVE that moment? I felt like a bystander throughout the entire story. Instead of feeling like I was reading HER story, I felt like she was simply summarizing what happened to her.
And let's talk about the delusion. How do you stalk someone's page, come to a realization, and then go upstairs to daydream about the SAME person who just told you F YOU in 30 different ways? Be serious.
The story also felt incredibly undetailed compared to the author's other work. I genuinely tried to understand why we got so much detail about Klair stealing a wing, but everything else seemed to happen in fast-forward. I wanted more depth, more emotion, and more moments that allowed me to actually experience the story.
SPOILER ALERT: But let me tell y'all what REALLY pissed me off. After the award ceremony, after everything that happened, and after this man basically lived two separate lives, this girl STILL went and bought him a gift. AFTER SLEEPING WITH A MAN WHO IS MARRIED AND HAS BEEN FOR THREE YEARS. I was sick.
As for Ravenna, she was NOT here for the BS, and I loved that about her. I appreciated that the author didn't make her another sweet, passive, useless female character. She had an attitude, a backbone, and wasn't afraid to show it. Blair, on the other hand, was genuinely giving ditsy and clueless. BUT Ravenna was also giving "I won because he came home." Girl, he is STILL playing both of y'all. Y'ALL ARE BOTH DUMMIES.
Ultimately, I think she made several horrible decisions, but I still found myself having compassion for her. I can criticize her choices and still empathize with her. That's what made the story decent for me.
Not the best best but …
October 17, 2026
Thank you to Netra for allowing me to read an advance copy of this release.
This is the type of book that serves as a conversation starter, that got have to go into with an open mind. When we often hear the term homewrecker, it’s instant judgement, even cancellation. Being around someone labeled as a homewrecker is an instant red flag. This story causes you to think about some of the biases we often have about the topic whether directly or indirectly. Not let’s get into the story 😆
This story follows the FMC Blair, award winning interior designer, living a pretty good normal life. Then she meets Caleb, and it’s a rollercoaster. Netra takes you on this dual timeline from past to present, where you learn how someone like Blair ends up in a situation where she becomes the other woman, also current timeline on life after her world crashes and she is trying to pick up the pieces. You go through deferent emotions, anger, sadness, but also compassion. Blair made a lot of mistakes and ignore a lot of red flags, but does she deserve to never get a second chance?
Netra’s writing always draws me in, I was immediately pulled into the story from the first page. Loved the dual timeline and the pacing of the story. Also, how she didn’t make Blair a victim but instead through therapy she worked through the entire situation. There is so much to talk about and different topics within the story that can be discussed. This will make a great book club read as well. Shout out to Netra for writing about a topic that sparks good conversation 🙌🏾
This is the type of book that serves as a conversation starter, that got have to go into with an open mind. When we often hear the term homewrecker, it’s instant judgement, even cancellation. Being around someone labeled as a homewrecker is an instant red flag. This story causes you to think about some of the biases we often have about the topic whether directly or indirectly. Not let’s get into the story 😆
This story follows the FMC Blair, award winning interior designer, living a pretty good normal life. Then she meets Caleb, and it’s a rollercoaster. Netra takes you on this dual timeline from past to present, where you learn how someone like Blair ends up in a situation where she becomes the other woman, also current timeline on life after her world crashes and she is trying to pick up the pieces. You go through deferent emotions, anger, sadness, but also compassion. Blair made a lot of mistakes and ignore a lot of red flags, but does she deserve to never get a second chance?
Netra’s writing always draws me in, I was immediately pulled into the story from the first page. Loved the dual timeline and the pacing of the story. Also, how she didn’t make Blair a victim but instead through therapy she worked through the entire situation. There is so much to talk about and different topics within the story that can be discussed. This will make a great book club read as well. Shout out to Netra for writing about a topic that sparks good conversation 🙌🏾
October 17, 2026
ARC Review
Once I read the author's note I knew I was going to be in for something. You have to go in with an open mind to truly appreciate this story. At the beginning of the book when we find out what led to the affair and how long it lasted I was definitely side eying Blair because I was like girl, this is not okay. However, as I continued to read the story, especially in the present day I was empathizing with her and I wanted her to find her one that could truly love her and be her own. Caleb, was a master manipulator and while his actions don't excuse Blair's he definitely fed her enough to make her want to stay and once she was invested, she brought everything he was selling because she had to justify her actions.
I liked that Netra gave us different POVs with respect to the whole cheating aspect because we got Blair who was the one labeled as the homewrecker, the wife and her perspective of the situation, another character whose relationship was affected by cheating and of course Caleb and his actions. Each one had reasons for why they did what they did in the story which was nice to see. Overall, I think this was a well written story that definitely makes you think especially about how society treats the man and women differently in situations like this. There is always going to be a message or something to take away from a Netra read and this was no different. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Once I read the author's note I knew I was going to be in for something. You have to go in with an open mind to truly appreciate this story. At the beginning of the book when we find out what led to the affair and how long it lasted I was definitely side eying Blair because I was like girl, this is not okay. However, as I continued to read the story, especially in the present day I was empathizing with her and I wanted her to find her one that could truly love her and be her own. Caleb, was a master manipulator and while his actions don't excuse Blair's he definitely fed her enough to make her want to stay and once she was invested, she brought everything he was selling because she had to justify her actions.
I liked that Netra gave us different POVs with respect to the whole cheating aspect because we got Blair who was the one labeled as the homewrecker, the wife and her perspective of the situation, another character whose relationship was affected by cheating and of course Caleb and his actions. Each one had reasons for why they did what they did in the story which was nice to see. Overall, I think this was a well written story that definitely makes you think especially about how society treats the man and women differently in situations like this. There is always going to be a message or something to take away from a Netra read and this was no different. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 16, 2026
Thank you Netra Antoinette for the ARC 🫶🏽
This book was highly anticipated for me. Netra always has a way with talking about taboo topics and making others really think and put things in another perspective. Her books always gonna come with a message. One of my fav authors hands down! But into Miss Blair’s situation….
Would I sleep with a married man? No
Do I think there’s excuses for sleeping with a married man? No
Do I feel bad for Blair? Yes and no.
While she was 100% wrong and owned up to her mistakes, I feel bad for her anxiety she had moving forward. Although she knew he was legally married (once revealed), she agreed to be in a relationship with him and still trusted his word (even when shit ain’t add up). He was someone else’s husband but that was her man as well. So even when everything turned out to be a lie, it crushed her confidence in herself. I don’t think she deserved to be labeled in such a bad way for one mistake she learned from. Was she dumb? Hell yeah but what came after her mistake both internally and externally did make me feel for her.
3.75 ⭐️ I expected just a bit more mess but overall I loved the storyline and the lesson learned. Two things can be true at the same time.
This book was highly anticipated for me. Netra always has a way with talking about taboo topics and making others really think and put things in another perspective. Her books always gonna come with a message. One of my fav authors hands down! But into Miss Blair’s situation….
Would I sleep with a married man? No
Do I think there’s excuses for sleeping with a married man? No
Do I feel bad for Blair? Yes and no.
While she was 100% wrong and owned up to her mistakes, I feel bad for her anxiety she had moving forward. Although she knew he was legally married (once revealed), she agreed to be in a relationship with him and still trusted his word (even when shit ain’t add up). He was someone else’s husband but that was her man as well. So even when everything turned out to be a lie, it crushed her confidence in herself. I don’t think she deserved to be labeled in such a bad way for one mistake she learned from. Was she dumb? Hell yeah but what came after her mistake both internally and externally did make me feel for her.
3.75 ⭐️ I expected just a bit more mess but overall I loved the storyline and the lesson learned. Two things can be true at the same time.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 4, 2026
Homewrecker was GOOD! This book had me laughing, yelling, and wanting to jump right through the pages! First of all, I knew Caleb was a liar from that very first date. I called BS immediately, but whew, I didn't realize it was going to be THIS bad. That man was TERRIBLE!
And my girl Blair... GIRL. She should've known better! Poor Blair was so blinded by love that I wanted to shake some sense into her SEVERAL times. Especially after finding out about all his lies and STILL thinking he was going to choose her. Like, COME ON NOW!!!!
I absolutely loved Klair! She was hands down my favorite character. Her advice was everything, regardless of how she delivered it. She gave Blair the truth, held her accountable, and even when she didn't agree with her decisions, she still stood beside her sister.
And finally, Blair's mama! I LOVED how she let it be known that baby, I am NOT some damsel in distress. Okayyyyy!
And my girl Blair... GIRL. She should've known better! Poor Blair was so blinded by love that I wanted to shake some sense into her SEVERAL times. Especially after finding out about all his lies and STILL thinking he was going to choose her. Like, COME ON NOW!!!!
I absolutely loved Klair! She was hands down my favorite character. Her advice was everything, regardless of how she delivered it. She gave Blair the truth, held her accountable, and even when she didn't agree with her decisions, she still stood beside her sister.
And finally, Blair's mama! I LOVED how she let it be known that baby, I am NOT some damsel in distress. Okayyyyy!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 16, 2026
Thank you to the author for the ARC copy of this book. One thing going into this book, I knew there'd be drama and a lesson learned. We meet Blair, an interior decorator who's a big deal. Then we meet her trash client and the chemistry is undeniable. He asks her out on a date and she's reluctant but is definitely attracted to him. On this date, he shares he's married but it's complicated.
Ugh Caleb and his actions were beyond annoying but Blair was certainly in a rose colored glasses relationship. The way she allowed this man to manipulate her for so many years honestly had me feeling bad for her! My total aggravation came once the relationship ended and how she constantly beat herself up for this mistake. Therapy and her sister definitely worked miracles for Blair. We never know how we'll respond until we are placed in that situation.
Ugh Caleb and his actions were beyond annoying but Blair was certainly in a rose colored glasses relationship. The way she allowed this man to manipulate her for so many years honestly had me feeling bad for her! My total aggravation came once the relationship ended and how she constantly beat herself up for this mistake. Therapy and her sister definitely worked miracles for Blair. We never know how we'll respond until we are placed in that situation.
October 18, 2026
This book was really good!!! You have to go into with an open mind as it’s the mistress POV. I like that she included the wive’s letter at the end.
October 20, 2026
Amazing! Read it for yourself!
October 18, 2026
This book really was just a story about a home wrecker. I get where the author was trying to go with this story but unfortunately it didn’t land with me. Not once did I feel bad for anything Blair had coming for her and honestly I felt it was well deserved. Nothing about this story made me want to have empathy for either character just a mess all around.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 26, 2026
Let me start by saying I typically stay FAR away from books involving cheating and infidelity. It’s a trope I don’t particularly enjoy, and for personal reasons, it’s a subject that can hit a little too close to home. BUT because Netra Antionette has consistently impressed me with her writing, I decided to give this one a chance.
And once again, she did not disappoint!
Now, let’s talk about Blair. MA’AM!
I genuinely felt like the author wanted readers to understand Blair, sympathize with her, and perhaps even see her as another victim in this messy situation.
Did I understand Blair’s perspective? Yes. Did I feel sorry for her? NOT ONE BIT!
And before anyone comes for me, YES, the married man absolutely deserves accountability! HOWEVER! Two people can be wrong at the same time!
Just because he was wrong doesn’t automatically make Blair right. And just because Blair has feelings, regrets, and a story to tell doesn’t mean she’s entitled to my sympathy.
Personally, I was TEAM WIFE! And I especially appreciated the sister’s perspective. Somebody needed to represent the other side of this mess!
My only real complaint was the length. At just under 400 pages, I thought the story became repetitive in places. Blair, baby, we heard you the first few times! Some of the points were stretched out a little longer than necessary, and I think the book could have benefited from being shorter.
But here’s what I will give Netra Antionette: SHE KNOWS HOW TO WRITE A STORY THAT GETS A REACTION!
I didn’t have to like Blair to enjoy this book. In fact, my frustration with her made me even more invested in the story.
And THAT is what I appreciate about this author’s writing. She creates complicated characters, uncomfortable situations, and stories that make readers think, feel, and sometimes want to throw their Kindles across the room!
So, did Blair convince me she deserved sympathy? NOPE!
Did Netra Antionette convince me to read a book centered around one of my least favorite tropes AND enjoy it?
ABSOLUTELY!
And once again, she did not disappoint!
Now, let’s talk about Blair. MA’AM!
I genuinely felt like the author wanted readers to understand Blair, sympathize with her, and perhaps even see her as another victim in this messy situation.
Did I understand Blair’s perspective? Yes. Did I feel sorry for her? NOT ONE BIT!
And before anyone comes for me, YES, the married man absolutely deserves accountability! HOWEVER! Two people can be wrong at the same time!
Just because he was wrong doesn’t automatically make Blair right. And just because Blair has feelings, regrets, and a story to tell doesn’t mean she’s entitled to my sympathy.
Personally, I was TEAM WIFE! And I especially appreciated the sister’s perspective. Somebody needed to represent the other side of this mess!
My only real complaint was the length. At just under 400 pages, I thought the story became repetitive in places. Blair, baby, we heard you the first few times! Some of the points were stretched out a little longer than necessary, and I think the book could have benefited from being shorter.
But here’s what I will give Netra Antionette: SHE KNOWS HOW TO WRITE A STORY THAT GETS A REACTION!
I didn’t have to like Blair to enjoy this book. In fact, my frustration with her made me even more invested in the story.
And THAT is what I appreciate about this author’s writing. She creates complicated characters, uncomfortable situations, and stories that make readers think, feel, and sometimes want to throw their Kindles across the room!
So, did Blair convince me she deserved sympathy? NOPE!
Did Netra Antionette convince me to read a book centered around one of my least favorite tropes AND enjoy it?
ABSOLUTELY!
October 30, 2026
Very interesting prospective from all sides as far as infidelity or messing with married men! Blair pissed me off throughout the whole book. I felt sorry for her maybe a split second but it went away very fast. So many signs were there. Even if a man tells you that he is still married but they are in the process of getting divorced.. R U N! The made up divorce paperwork took me out. Caleb… ain’t no way!
Honestly I feel like if Blair would have known he was married and Caleb wasn’t feeding her the lies, I feel like she would’ve still stayed. Love makes you do some crazy things and that woman was crazy over Caleb. Aborting my baby is another story.. she let this sorry excuse for a man talk her into getting rid of her baby because of Ravenna’s mental 🥴 One thing that confused me, and I might be wrong.. when Ravenna confronted Blair, didn’t Ravenna say that she was pregnant or had a surrogate or something? So what happened with that?
If I was in Blair’s position, I would’ve gotten so much proof of him stepping out and found Ravenna and teamed up with her. (Some Tami Roman shit) I’ve been in Ravena’s shoes quite a bit so I disliked Blair and Caleb from the beginning. I really felt for Ravenna. I’ve been hurt so badly in the past and it ain’t fun especially because a lot of women know these men are taken and still CHOOSE to be apart of the shenanigans. I wanted to hug Ravenna fr. And if me and her were friends I would’ve had to beat Blair’s ass for her!
And then growing up Blair saw what her dad did to her mom and she vowed to never be like her but decided to be like the other women instead? Oh. I understand some people do shit they don’t have no business doing and Blair didn’t owe Ravenna any loyalty.. that’s all Caleb, but still… she knew better! Karma’s a bitch!
My fav FMC was definitely Blair’s sister Klair. She held her accountable but was still supportive. She was funny too! Especially the scene at the awards/gala event! Poor Caleb almost shit himself.
Overall the book kept my attention because of all the drama but I really want a story on Ravenna!!!
Honestly I feel like if Blair would have known he was married and Caleb wasn’t feeding her the lies, I feel like she would’ve still stayed. Love makes you do some crazy things and that woman was crazy over Caleb. Aborting my baby is another story.. she let this sorry excuse for a man talk her into getting rid of her baby because of Ravenna’s mental 🥴 One thing that confused me, and I might be wrong.. when Ravenna confronted Blair, didn’t Ravenna say that she was pregnant or had a surrogate or something? So what happened with that?
If I was in Blair’s position, I would’ve gotten so much proof of him stepping out and found Ravenna and teamed up with her. (Some Tami Roman shit) I’ve been in Ravena’s shoes quite a bit so I disliked Blair and Caleb from the beginning. I really felt for Ravenna. I’ve been hurt so badly in the past and it ain’t fun especially because a lot of women know these men are taken and still CHOOSE to be apart of the shenanigans. I wanted to hug Ravenna fr. And if me and her were friends I would’ve had to beat Blair’s ass for her!
And then growing up Blair saw what her dad did to her mom and she vowed to never be like her but decided to be like the other women instead? Oh. I understand some people do shit they don’t have no business doing and Blair didn’t owe Ravenna any loyalty.. that’s all Caleb, but still… she knew better! Karma’s a bitch!
My fav FMC was definitely Blair’s sister Klair. She held her accountable but was still supportive. She was funny too! Especially the scene at the awards/gala event! Poor Caleb almost shit himself.
Overall the book kept my attention because of all the drama but I really want a story on Ravenna!!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 16, 2026
spoilers****
Married men can groom a grown woman. Caleb is a manipulator. He befriended Blair for months while she was working on his project and got to know her “tells” and what made her tick. And he used that to his advantage to win her. She was a smart woman who got stupid over a man who she knew better than to give her time to. But manipulation is tricky that way.
Gabby was never a real friend. Your friends stay thru your rights and your wrongs and fuck the world if they don’t fuck with you, they stay. They dig in your ass when you’re wrong, but they stay.
Klair is the best little sister ever! She kept it 100 throughout all Blair’s delusions. And her conversation at the awards ceremony: priceless!
Can Sydnee be my therapist? I’m glad Blair was in therapy and growing and forgiving herself.
Ravenna didn’t deserve to be cheated on, what wife deserves to be lied to and cheated on? I hate that Blair couldn’t have talked to Ravenna to get her side of the story, but again: Caleb knew she wouldn’t.
I also loved the conversation Blair had with her mother. I feel like sometimes we forget that our mothers are women. That even though her mother stayed when her father, that didn’t make her weak.
And Nash! Oh Nash is a fully realized MAN! I love how he handles Blair and how patient he is with her and her story.
Blair was definitely making stupid decisions with Caleb, but I understand her in a sense. When you want to believe someone, their lies can taste like truth. Your delusion becomes this fairytale and their promises give you hope. I was mad at Blair but I also cried for her, because no one deserves to live their lives being their worst mistake.
Married men can groom a grown woman. Caleb is a manipulator. He befriended Blair for months while she was working on his project and got to know her “tells” and what made her tick. And he used that to his advantage to win her. She was a smart woman who got stupid over a man who she knew better than to give her time to. But manipulation is tricky that way.
Gabby was never a real friend. Your friends stay thru your rights and your wrongs and fuck the world if they don’t fuck with you, they stay. They dig in your ass when you’re wrong, but they stay.
Klair is the best little sister ever! She kept it 100 throughout all Blair’s delusions. And her conversation at the awards ceremony: priceless!
Can Sydnee be my therapist? I’m glad Blair was in therapy and growing and forgiving herself.
Ravenna didn’t deserve to be cheated on, what wife deserves to be lied to and cheated on? I hate that Blair couldn’t have talked to Ravenna to get her side of the story, but again: Caleb knew she wouldn’t.
I also loved the conversation Blair had with her mother. I feel like sometimes we forget that our mothers are women. That even though her mother stayed when her father, that didn’t make her weak.
And Nash! Oh Nash is a fully realized MAN! I love how he handles Blair and how patient he is with her and her story.
Blair was definitely making stupid decisions with Caleb, but I understand her in a sense. When you want to believe someone, their lies can taste like truth. Your delusion becomes this fairytale and their promises give you hope. I was mad at Blair but I also cried for her, because no one deserves to live their lives being their worst mistake.
October 25, 2026
4.75 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ .75 stars! Netra did it again! This story follows Blair, an interior designer who meets Caleb through one of her clients. What starts off as a friendship slowly develops into something more, with plenty of flirtation and chemistry along the way. The problem? Caleb conveniently leaves out the fact that he's married until one of their first dates.
While Blair knows continuing the relationship isn't the best decision, she ultimately makes a choice for herself and ends up getting pulled deeper into Caleb's web of manipulation and lies. As much as I wanted to shake some sense into her at times, I also found myself understanding how she got caught up in the situation.
This story had a lot to unpack. It's told through dual timelines and entirely from Blair's point of view, which really allowed me to connect with her journey. I thoroughly enjoyed the story, and the only reason I didn't give it a full five stars is because I would've loved to get some of the side characters' perspectives, especially Ravenna's. I feel like her point of view would have added another layer to an already compelling story.
One thing I really appreciated about this book is that it reminds us not to be so quick to judge people. Sometimes people are more than the mistakes they've made, and those mistakes are simply part of their story. What matters is what they learn from them and how they move forward.
Overall, I definitely recommend this one. And honestly, I'm hoping Netra turns this into a series because I would absolutely love to get Ravenna's story and see where she is now after everything that happened.
While Blair knows continuing the relationship isn't the best decision, she ultimately makes a choice for herself and ends up getting pulled deeper into Caleb's web of manipulation and lies. As much as I wanted to shake some sense into her at times, I also found myself understanding how she got caught up in the situation.
This story had a lot to unpack. It's told through dual timelines and entirely from Blair's point of view, which really allowed me to connect with her journey. I thoroughly enjoyed the story, and the only reason I didn't give it a full five stars is because I would've loved to get some of the side characters' perspectives, especially Ravenna's. I feel like her point of view would have added another layer to an already compelling story.
One thing I really appreciated about this book is that it reminds us not to be so quick to judge people. Sometimes people are more than the mistakes they've made, and those mistakes are simply part of their story. What matters is what they learn from them and how they move forward.
Overall, I definitely recommend this one. And honestly, I'm hoping Netra turns this into a series because I would absolutely love to get Ravenna's story and see where she is now after everything that happened.
October 17, 2026
This was different and required an open mind and patience. I enjoyed it! It was a perspective I’ve never cared to hear. I liked all the characters, except Caleb. Loved Klair deeply! She was a sister through and through. Everything about Nash seemed to be exactly what Blair needed. His past. His profession. His patience. His maturity.
We know what the book is about so I really don’t have negative thoughts to share about Caleb and Blair because they did what they did… but it was interesting seeing how they both kept that up for so long.
We only got Blair’s POV and it was a great choice by the author. We were locked into her perspective, choices, and feelings. This book taught me about empathy and humans. I won’t be able to forget it. It also touched on very relatable things for women wanting to make friends in adulthood, starting over, and even going to the OBGYN.
My lasting impression of the book is “Life after...” For me, this book highlighted life after (& during) bad choices. We’ve all made some mistakes or bad decisions. We are not those mistakes. Blair didn’t need my forgiveness as a reader. Her story emphasized the importance of learning the lesson, applying the lesson and forgiving yourself.
My favorite quote: “What I eventually learned was that accountability and identity weren’t the same thing”
We know what the book is about so I really don’t have negative thoughts to share about Caleb and Blair because they did what they did… but it was interesting seeing how they both kept that up for so long.
We only got Blair’s POV and it was a great choice by the author. We were locked into her perspective, choices, and feelings. This book taught me about empathy and humans. I won’t be able to forget it. It also touched on very relatable things for women wanting to make friends in adulthood, starting over, and even going to the OBGYN.
My lasting impression of the book is “Life after...” For me, this book highlighted life after (& during) bad choices. We’ve all made some mistakes or bad decisions. We are not those mistakes. Blair didn’t need my forgiveness as a reader. Her story emphasized the importance of learning the lesson, applying the lesson and forgiving yourself.
My favorite quote: “What I eventually learned was that accountability and identity weren’t the same thing”
October 19, 2026
From homewrecker to breaking through the wreckage…
Reading the inner thoughts of a woman who broke up a home was very different. I love that Netra thought outside of the box and came up with this plot. Very different from anything I’ve read so far!
Sometimes we are quick to say “couldn’t be me” or “I would never!” Until life happens and we find ourselves in predicaments we never would have thought we would be in.. which is what happened to Blair.
Blair annoyed me so, so bad with her decision making and willingness to ignore red flags — but in retrospect, she’s just a girl who believed a man she loved. She should not have entertained him from the beginning, but in true human nature, she ignored her instincts.
Caleb = trash. His character truly depicted how delusional men are IRL, lol. Living two different lives and lying in both, what a disgrace!
Ravenna — felt sorry for her and I hate that she went public, but who am I to judge a woman scorned?
Nash came through and helped Blair get through her wreckage, self doubt, and negative thoughts. I truly enjoyed his character. The build up of chemistry between he and Blair was GREATTT!
Klair.. that’s my girl foreal! She was a straight shooter thought the book. Just what Blair needed.
Reading the inner thoughts of a woman who broke up a home was very different. I love that Netra thought outside of the box and came up with this plot. Very different from anything I’ve read so far!
Sometimes we are quick to say “couldn’t be me” or “I would never!” Until life happens and we find ourselves in predicaments we never would have thought we would be in.. which is what happened to Blair.
Blair annoyed me so, so bad with her decision making and willingness to ignore red flags — but in retrospect, she’s just a girl who believed a man she loved. She should not have entertained him from the beginning, but in true human nature, she ignored her instincts.
Caleb = trash. His character truly depicted how delusional men are IRL, lol. Living two different lives and lying in both, what a disgrace!
Ravenna — felt sorry for her and I hate that she went public, but who am I to judge a woman scorned?
Nash came through and helped Blair get through her wreckage, self doubt, and negative thoughts. I truly enjoyed his character. The build up of chemistry between he and Blair was GREATTT!
Klair.. that’s my girl foreal! She was a straight shooter thought the book. Just what Blair needed.
November 3, 2026
This damn book! I love a book that challenges what I believe! As someone that has been married for 30 years, I believed there was no way Netra Antoinette could make under and empathize with a woman who chose to be the mistress. But she did just that! As she states, “Understanding why someone did some shit isn’t the same thing as excusing the shit.” This book is SO well written! This book is written from the perspective of “empathy without absolution” and that works well!
Netra draws you into this story and before you know it she has you snatched up by your collar and you can’t get loose. I was either angry, cracking or had a pit in my stomach the whole time I was reading. Every character in this book is necessary and done so well. Klair is a perfect side character/scene stealer! And she’s an amazing sister because everybody should have someone that holds them accountable for their BS every single time but also provides unconditional love and a safe place to land no matter what.
Home Wrecker, like all great books draws you so deeply into the story that you feel like you are a fly on the wall watching and listening as every uncomfortable moment happens. Great read!
October 16, 2026
“Relationships aren’t exempt from the complicated parts of being human. Morals don’t guarantee we’ll never contradict ourselves. And knowing what you should do doesn’t always mean you’ll have the strength to do it the first time you’re given the opportunity. There are consequences for that.”
Homewrecker takes us on a journey of not just how one decision alters the circumstances of an individual, it also shows us how it affects their relationships with other people, who & how they trust, how they’re viewed and how they view themselves.
What I absolutely loved was that Netra didn’t only highlight one angle in homewrecker, we also got to hear how others were also affected by a similar circumstance. It really gave you the whole picture from different sides.
“Sometimes life doesn’t put you in the exact shoes you judged; it’ll put you across the room from them and make you finally understand what you couldn’t see from where you were standing.”
Thank you Netra for the ARC!
You took us on a ride with this one!
Homewrecker takes us on a journey of not just how one decision alters the circumstances of an individual, it also shows us how it affects their relationships with other people, who & how they trust, how they’re viewed and how they view themselves.
What I absolutely loved was that Netra didn’t only highlight one angle in homewrecker, we also got to hear how others were also affected by a similar circumstance. It really gave you the whole picture from different sides.
“Sometimes life doesn’t put you in the exact shoes you judged; it’ll put you across the room from them and make you finally understand what you couldn’t see from where you were standing.”
Thank you Netra for the ARC!
You took us on a ride with this one!
October 18, 2026
Pay attention to the author's dedication and the trigger warnings. Netra Antionette wrote a raw, real, and frustrating story examining love, delusion, deceit, and not trusting yourself when something is too good to be true.
Blair is a successful businesswoman in a small town who, despite setting boundaries for herself, lets herself get entangled with a client named Caleb. We get everything from Blair's point of view. Every moment of joy, every lie, every moment of sadness, and every moment of ignoring what she knew to be real.
The homewrecker label is always applied to a woman in these situations; when is the man held accountable? Why is it acceptable for the woman to be seen as irredeemable? Where is the grace when someone makes a mistake? There is no condoning of anyone's actions, but there is understanding. Should there be forgiveness? Who gets to walk away free and clear?
There is plenty to consider as you witness Blair lose, then find herself, and the aftermath of it all. This is definitely one you have to experience with an open mind.
Blair is a successful businesswoman in a small town who, despite setting boundaries for herself, lets herself get entangled with a client named Caleb. We get everything from Blair's point of view. Every moment of joy, every lie, every moment of sadness, and every moment of ignoring what she knew to be real.
The homewrecker label is always applied to a woman in these situations; when is the man held accountable? Why is it acceptable for the woman to be seen as irredeemable? Where is the grace when someone makes a mistake? There is no condoning of anyone's actions, but there is understanding. Should there be forgiveness? Who gets to walk away free and clear?
There is plenty to consider as you witness Blair lose, then find herself, and the aftermath of it all. This is definitely one you have to experience with an open mind.
October 29, 2026
First things first I really like Netra’s writing style for her FMCs. She writes in a way so intimate to where you really get the POV of that character. You can tell she writes what’s in her heart and that is well-appreciated.
Reading this story in totality, I definitely had to put myself in the shoes of the FMC especially with how she’s telling the story—this is a story of her past that has haunted her, and dealing with things that she’s dealt with, you can tell she has a great deal of guilt in hindsight. She was truly a sucker for love at the hands of a man that she trusted with her heart. I think she was acting against her better judgment and i could fell as the story progressed how remorseful she was. However there are things in the book that felt repetitive, like the same 3 points of Blair’s redemption but other than that, i enjoyed the book.
I love that she got a chance with Nash as he was patient and understanding. I would like to see a book with her sister because I believe that their parents played a major part in how they viewed love and relationships.
Reading this story in totality, I definitely had to put myself in the shoes of the FMC especially with how she’s telling the story—this is a story of her past that has haunted her, and dealing with things that she’s dealt with, you can tell she has a great deal of guilt in hindsight. She was truly a sucker for love at the hands of a man that she trusted with her heart. I think she was acting against her better judgment and i could fell as the story progressed how remorseful she was. However there are things in the book that felt repetitive, like the same 3 points of Blair’s redemption but other than that, i enjoyed the book.
I love that she got a chance with Nash as he was patient and understanding. I would like to see a book with her sister because I believe that their parents played a major part in how they viewed love and relationships.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 16, 2026
***ARC Review***
I genuinely enjoyed this book. Blair was the perfect example of what it looks like when you don’t trust your inner voice, and when love & hope makes you wear rose colored glasses. Though differently than Blair, I’ve been there plenty of times & I’m currently recovering from being there.
My compassion and empathy wavered more than it flowed though because well… though manipulation and lies existed, so did acknowledging it yet shutting your eyes tightly so you can have just one more reason to justify your wrongdoing. Klair was the MVP of this story. Sister or not, Klair didn’t sugarcoat shit and I loved that. Nash? Loved him. He handled the conversation so gracefully.
One big lesson here was that one bad choice or mistake does not define your character throughout the duration of your life. People do fucked up shit, that’s life. But even people who do fucked up shit knows how to change from that person, and that’s what matters.
I genuinely enjoyed this book. Blair was the perfect example of what it looks like when you don’t trust your inner voice, and when love & hope makes you wear rose colored glasses. Though differently than Blair, I’ve been there plenty of times & I’m currently recovering from being there.
My compassion and empathy wavered more than it flowed though because well… though manipulation and lies existed, so did acknowledging it yet shutting your eyes tightly so you can have just one more reason to justify your wrongdoing. Klair was the MVP of this story. Sister or not, Klair didn’t sugarcoat shit and I loved that. Nash? Loved him. He handled the conversation so gracefully.
One big lesson here was that one bad choice or mistake does not define your character throughout the duration of your life. People do fucked up shit, that’s life. But even people who do fucked up shit knows how to change from that person, and that’s what matters.
October 25, 2026
This book was REALLY good and not at all what I expected! What I appreciated most was how the author challenged me to look at situations from different points of view. Relationships and marriages are complicated and layered, and this story did a great job of exploring those complexities.
Now, let me be clear: infidelity should not be tolerated! But I appreciated how the author handled this subject with care and compassion without condoning the behavior. Instead, she encouraged readers to peel back the layers, examine the circumstances, and consider the perspectives of the people involved. There is a difference between understanding why something happened and excusing it, and I think that distinction was handled well.
Overall, this was a thought-provoking read that gave me plenty to consider. I love when a book challenges you to look beyond the surface and explore the layers of human relationships.
Very good read! Definitely recommend picking this one up!
Now, let me be clear: infidelity should not be tolerated! But I appreciated how the author handled this subject with care and compassion without condoning the behavior. Instead, she encouraged readers to peel back the layers, examine the circumstances, and consider the perspectives of the people involved. There is a difference between understanding why something happened and excusing it, and I think that distinction was handled well.
Overall, this was a thought-provoking read that gave me plenty to consider. I love when a book challenges you to look beyond the surface and explore the layers of human relationships.
Very good read! Definitely recommend picking this one up!
November 10, 2026
Homewrecker
Netra Antionette
Blair isn’t confused about the role she plays in the dissolution of Caleb and Revenna’s relationship. She isn’t even delusional about the aftershocks that her actions cause.
Netra Antoinette is skilled at leading the reader through nuance. It’s not a question whether the mistakes made will have a devastating impact. Of course, it will. Homewrecker made me think about the challenges of a rogue, intrapersonal relationship. How long is too long to punish yourself?
Blair gives a clear account of most of the lies she was told. Although Caleb didn’t tell her the explicit truth, she willfully ignores what was right in front of her face.
Deception is wrong.
Doing the work to get past the difficult moments of life won’t change the past. The possibility of addressing those mistakes could make a difference towards who a person can eventually become.
This novel is a great conversation starter.
#readandtellwithshantel #netraantoinette #Homewrecker
Netra Antionette
Blair isn’t confused about the role she plays in the dissolution of Caleb and Revenna’s relationship. She isn’t even delusional about the aftershocks that her actions cause.
Netra Antoinette is skilled at leading the reader through nuance. It’s not a question whether the mistakes made will have a devastating impact. Of course, it will. Homewrecker made me think about the challenges of a rogue, intrapersonal relationship. How long is too long to punish yourself?
Blair gives a clear account of most of the lies she was told. Although Caleb didn’t tell her the explicit truth, she willfully ignores what was right in front of her face.
Deception is wrong.
Doing the work to get past the difficult moments of life won’t change the past. The possibility of addressing those mistakes could make a difference towards who a person can eventually become.
This novel is a great conversation starter.
#readandtellwithshantel #netraantoinette #Homewrecker
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