Rachel Hawkins
Kayleigh's Thoughts
Set against the atmospheric backdrop of an Italian villa with a scandalous past, The Villa flips between two timelines—one a 1970s rock-star murder mystery, the other a modern-day unraveling of female friendship and ambition. The dual stories had potential, and the setting was a fun escape, especially for anyone who loves Italy or pop culture references.
While it had the makings of a great vacation read, it just didn’t leave a lasting impression.
Recommended Age
15+
Overall Rating
Believer’s Content Guide
- - Explicit Language
- - Paranormal
- - Spice/Smut
- - Violence/Gore