2018
WISE Score
Amazon
A pitch-black psychological thriller that’s basically 'Gone Girl' on steroids—keep it on the high shelf away from the kids.
4.6
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Verity is the ultimate 'guilty pleasure' read for adults, but it’s a hard 'no' for anyone under 18. It’s effectively a horror story wrapped in a romance-thriller skin.
Colleen Hoover didn't come here to make friends or teach lessons; she came to make your jaw drop. If you enjoy feeling slightly uncomfortable and very stressed while reading, you'll love it. Just don't expect to feel 'good' when you close the back cover.
18+. While BookTok sometimes pushes this toward teens, the themes of infanticide and the graphic sexual nature make it strictly for adults.
This is the polar opposite of wholesome. It’s a dark, gritty dive into manipulation, toxic marriage, and the psychological unraveling of a family. It models almost no positive behaviors.
The 'manuscript within a book' structure is clever and keeps you guessing. It forces the reader to constantly question reality, which is a high-level creative flex even if the prose is simple.
For kids, this is a nightmare. It features graphic sex, descriptions of child abuse, and infanticide themes. It is strictly adult content and should be kept far away from the 'young adult' shelf.
It's pure 'brain candy' entertainment. While it sparks debate about truth and perspective, it’s designed for shock value rather than ethical or personal growth.
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