Bad Blood
Bad Blood
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
California • 1930s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Bad Blood by Mary Monroe explores the complex relationship between two families in Alabama, entangled in secrets and long-standing grievances. As histories unfold, individuals confront generational conflicts and personal challenges, navigating themes of love, betrayal, and reconciliation while striving for understanding and resolution within their intertwined lives.
Emotional
Dark
Gritty
Mysterious
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
1,207 ratings
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Review Roundup
Bad Blood by Mary Monroe offers an engaging tale with vibrant characters and a dramatic plot. Readers praise its captivating storytelling and emotional depth, but some criticize its pacing and predictability. The mix of suspense and complex relationships keeps many readers invested, though not all elements feel fresh to seasoned fans of the genre.
Who Should Read Bad Blood?
A reader who enjoys Bad Blood by Mary Monroe would likely be drawn to complex family dynamics, dark secrets, and drama. Fans of Kimberla Lawson Roby’s The Reverend’s Wife or Terry McMillan’s Waiting to Exhale will appreciate Monroe’s engaging narrative style and intricate character relationships.
1,207 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
California • 1930s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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