My Bad Self

My ... Self Series

De: Jessica Huntley

Narrado por: Charlie Albers

The prequel novella to the hugely popular psychological thriller

Good or bad. Right or wrong. The choice is yours ...

Josslyn has a problem. A big problem. Not only is she fed up with her loser boyfriend hitting her, but she also has Alicia to deal with … and Alicia wants to kill the said boyfriend.

Alicia is the psychotic voice in her head who seems to have her own personality and can take over her body at will, resulting in blackouts and memory loss.

Josslyn has never told anyone about Alicia and isn’t about to start now. But can she deal with her abusive boyfriend on her own … or will Alicia need to step in and save the day? And what about the creepy phone calls she keeps getting?

My Bad Self is the prequel novella you've all been waiting for, set four years before the events of My Dark Self, the first book in the hugely popular psychological thriller "My ... Self Series" about two people inhabiting one body. If you loved this series then you’ll be jumping at the chance to listen to more about the dynamic duo or, if you’ve never listened to the series, it’s the perfect place to start your journey and find out more about Josslyn and Alicia before diving into the full series of books.

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TRIGGER WARNINGS: Domestic abuse and swearing.

©2023, 2024 Jessica Huntley (P)2025 Jessica Huntley

Fast-Paced and Enticing!

My Bad Self is a great intro for anyone interested in Josslyn and Alicia’s story without spoilers! It’s fast-paced, enticing and will have you hooked!

With Alicia’s voice in Josslyn’s head, what can go wrong?!

I loved this prequel novella to Jessica Huntley’s, My . . . Self series! Narrator, Charlie Albers, did a perfectly remarkable job with all of the characters, esp Alicia’s voice inside Josslyn’s head. With two people occupying 1 body, Josslyn will sometimes pass out allowing Alicia limited time to take care of business, or rather the things Josslyn won’t handle herself. Josslyn is in a toxic, abusive relationship, and Alicia steps in. Can’t leave spoilers here, so I highly recommend this Audible novella. I definitely want to dive in a read and/or listen to the rest of the series.

Thanks to Charlie Albers, I can’t get the memorable voices of Josslyn and Alicia out of my head!!! I’d also like to acknowledge Jessica Huntley, such a brilliant author and a favorite go-to of mine!

A prequel to introduce one woman with two personalities.

One woman. Two personalities. A veterinarian and a psychopath. An abusive boyfriend. What a start to a four book series. It looks to be a popular psychological thriller series. The My Self Series. Will Daniel play a part in the coming books? How will the two personalities get on? And what about the mysterious phone calls?

I was gifted an Audible version of this book from the author. The narrator was great. I will now be finishing out this series. I am curious.

PHENOMENAL

This is outta my mind good. It hits all the right notes and then some. I was mesmerized and spellbound as I listened to this devious tale. It pulled me in and kept me listening. I went done the rabbit hole and now I need more. This is the prequel. I can't even imagine how fantastic the book will be. Get you some!!! I voluntarily listened to a free copy of this and am giving an honest review. The narrator was hauntingly eerily miraculous. I highly recommend this book.

Excellent introduction into the series!

I really enjoyed this prequel. It was quick with great pacing and got me hooked right away. I can't wait to dive into the entire series!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Two Personalities In One Body

My attention was captured from the beginning to the end of this short story, and I listened to the whole audiobook without stopping. I felt for Josslyn and the violence she was experiencing in her life. I was intrigued by the mystery behind the mysterious calls which Josslyn kept receiving, and what events had led up to the appearance of Alicia. I thought Charlie Albers' narration was amazing, and her performance enhanced the emotional impact of the story. I was given a copy of the audiobook. I volunteered, without financial gain, to post this review which reflected my honest opinions regarding this audiobook.

Humorous and makes me want to read the whole series!

“My Bad Self” by Jessica Huntley, a short prequel to the My…Self series, is a fun, witty introduction to Josslyn and the sarcastic and violent voice in her head, Alicia. Full of humor and sharp inner dialogue, it sets the stage perfectly and definitely makes me want to dive into the full series. The narrator did a fantastic job—clear, expressive, and easy to understand, even with their accent. I thoroughly enjoyed listening!

I rooted for a sociopath

I felt for both characters and cheered at the end. This was easy to get into and hard to put down. I will definitely read the rest of the series. can't wait to see who turns out to be "good" and "bad" and who else comes into play. Brava!!!

Dark, Fast, and Completely Addicting

One woman. Two voices. Trouble on the horizon.

Josslyn is done. Done with her abusive boyfriend, done hiding her pain, and definitely done ignoring the other voice inside her head. Alicia isn’t just a voice though. She is bold, violent, and more than ready to step in when Josslyn can’t take anymore. Blackouts, memory loss, and creepy phone calls only add fuel to the fire. My Bad Self is a fast-paced prequel to the My ... Self Series, setting the stage for a psychological thriller where two very different women share one very complicated life.

Spillin’ the Book Tea:
This novella gave me exactly what I wanted. It’s fast, it’s intense, and it wastes zero time getting to the dark stuff. I haven’t read the full My ... Self Series yet, but after this, you better believe it’s moving up my list.

Josslyn is timid and trying to survive her toxic relationship, but Alicia? Alicia is not here to play nice. The split POV between them works so well. It keeps the tension high and the pages turning. I couldn’t get enough of wondering if and when Alicia would take over for good.

Even though it’s short, this story is loaded with high-stakes tension and unsettling moments. I loved how it explored trauma, survival, and identity while still keeping the pacing quick. It’s messy, sharp, and wildly entertaining. Thanks to Booksprout and Jessica Huntley for the audiobook.

The Vibes It Brings:
🧠 Split Personality Chaos
👩‍❤️‍👨 Toxic Relationships
😈 Dark Alter Ego Energy
📞 Creepy Phone Calls
🎢 Fast Paced and Tense
😳 High Stakes, High Anxiety
🚪 Locked Room Feel
🔪 Revenge is Brewing
👥 Unreliable Narrator

Narration:
Charlie Albers absolutely nailed this. She delivered both Josslyn’s vulnerability and Alicia’s sharp edge in a way that made them feel like two distinct people trapped in one body. It elevated the entire experience and pulled me in even deeper. Honestly, the narration made this story hit harder and feel even more immediate.

TL;DR:
My Bad Self is a fast, addicting prequel packed with tension, darkness, and a killer hook. Perfect if you love psychological thrillers with unreliable narrators and a hint of chaos. Josslyn and Alicia are unforgettable, and I’m ready for more of this series.

An Engrossing dark side

Received as an audio copy from Story Origin, this is an honest review. Narrated masterfully by Charlie Albers, author Jessica Huntley's My Bad Self turns into a harrowing story as we get know a woman named Josslyn trapped in an abusive relationship by her boyfriend Daniel. While Josslyn struggles find the strength to finally break lose from the asshole; her darker side, Alicia, hungers to just murder the man to save Josslyn and any other women from enduring Daniel's cruelty. Beautifully interwoven POVs of characters allows the darkness of these relationships to be clearly seen while showcasing the bravery it takes of victims to fight back and find a light in the darkness.

Highly recommended.