Mini Review Monday: Secrets Behind the Rides 🎢

There’s something truly special about Liarland — beyond the mystery, the suspense, and the adrenaline-fueled twists, it transported me right back to the feeling I had as a kid playing Nancy Drew games and watching Murder, She Wrote with my mom and grandma every week. 
The thrill of piecing together clues, the rush of trying to solve the case before the final reveal, and that nostalgic spark of curiosity — this book captured all of it. Madison Rupp’s writing made me feel like a detective again, chasing shadows and secrets through every chapter. It’s more than just a mystery… it’s a love letter to every story that made me fall in love with solving them in the first place. 🔎✨

⭐ Rating: 4.8/5 – Twisty, addictive, and full of tension.
✨ Suspense Level: Medium-High — fast-paced mystery with romantic undertones.
💘 Tropes: Forced Proximity, Amateur Sleuthing, Anonymous Threats, Summer Thriller, Friends-to-Lovers

📝 Mini Review:

Liarland took me on a heart-pounding ride I didn’t want to get off. When Gwen’s best friend vanishes without a trace, her summer theme-park job turns into a deadly puzzle. The chilling anonymous messages, the escalating “accidents,” and the high-stakes ultimatum to shut Pineland down all create a mystery that keeps you flipping pages late into the night.

I loved Gwen’s voice — anxious but determined — and the dynamic between her and her off-limits neighbor brought a much-needed romantic heartbeat to the chaos. The setting of a slowly crumbling theme park adds an extra layer of tension and eeriness, and every chapter ends with a reason to keep reading.

💭 What to Expect:

🎢 Theme park thrills and secrets lurking behind the rides
📱 Anonymous threats, high stakes, and dangerous deals
❤️ A forbidden partnership that turns into something deeper
🕵️‍♀️ A relentless hunt for the truth before time runs out
💀 Twists and reveals that keep you guessing until the very end

💭 What I Didn’t Love:

– A few side characters felt a bit underdeveloped, but the main story was so gripping it hardly mattered.

🌙 Final Thoughts:

Liarland is a perfect pick for fans of twisty, fast-paced YA thrillers with just enough romance to make you swoon between the scares. It’s part mystery, part love story, and all adrenaline — and it proves that even in the most unlikely places, the truth can’t stay buried forever.

☕ Coffee Pairing: Caramel Cold Brew – sweet, intense, and with just the right kick to match this wild, edge-of-your-seat story.

✨ A dark, twisty mystery with heart — Liarland will have you questioning everyone and everything right up until the final page.

Until next time,
–E 💛