De.lu.sion.al

By: Carolyn Adams

Narrated by: Rebecca Ehrenpreis

De.lu.sion.al is the story of Sara Jane Sullivan, an attractive woman in her late 20s with a lifelong history of mental illness. Diagnosed as delusional, Sara's story is compelling as she survives incarcerations in mental institutions and prison for stalking a very powerful political talk show host, Larry Mitchell. Larry is known in the business for sexual preying on young interns and the disenfranchised. After meeting Larry at a park in Connecticut, and a brief affair, Sara's life begins its out of control spiraling as she is thrown into the world of the evils of celebrity, one in which she becomes the victim of an evil and ruthless man who will stop at nothing to stay in power as America's reigning king of political talk shows.

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Falls flat at the end.

I was enjoying this book, though jumped around oddly a bit and then the ending just kind of fell flat. Don't want to spoil for anyone who listens but was unimpressed. It felt like a writing assignment for school and the author got over the required word count and just.... stopped.

I received a copy of this book in exchange for a fair review.

"Honest Review in Exchange for Promotional Copy"

"TRIGGER WARNING" - scene of rape and beating.
Decent psychological thriller. Overall mostly well written and narrated. Did jump around a bit but that was alright in telling the story. Felt like a Lifetime movie which I don't usually do unless it's a good mystery or psychological thiller. So this was different than what I expected from the cover and title. The female main character is diagnosed a delusional schizophrenic. But the villain character, a wealthy well connected conservative politician talk show host, is the one that's really sick in the head. Listening through to the end, was hoping Sara would somehow get revenge against Larry who used and abused her. But justice is eventually served thanks to a reporter. A tragic dramatic story. Worth the listen.
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Overall, entertaining

I would say overall I enjoyed the book. I felt at times it was a little dramatic but not enough that it kept me from continuing to listen. Also there was a repeating chapter. It didn't take away from the book but it did confuse and annoy me at first. The book had some good twists and turns that keep you wanting to read on. It is definitely worth the listen.

I was given this book for free for the purpose of this unbiased review.

Great story

I loved this story. It was a different genre that I don't normally read. I recommend it.

An enjoyable read

The story was gripping and intresting with a plot twist you can't seem coming! The narrator did a good job bringing the story to life! I really enjoyed this book!

Couldn't Put It Down

I really enjoyed this book.
The author creates a tale of rape and mental illness and how powers that be use the second to control their victims.
This book speaks volumes in regards to how women and especially those who are victims of sexual assault are treated. Add in issues with mental illness and the author created a spiderweb of intrigue, sadness, and strength.
I flew through this book only putting it down when I had to. Sarah's story is heartbreaking and I felt sorry for her. When her character runs to Alabama, the author and narrator do a better job at capturing our culture and accents than many others who have attempted to be for. Imagining her here, in my own stomping grounds, added a layer that made me want to reach out and grab her and help her.
Even if you aren't from Alabama, anyone interested in mental health, the abuse of power and women's issues and like a good thriller who enjoy this book.

Interesting story

This was an interesting story and great characters. overall I really enjoyed the story. however it does skip around a bit, which at times was hard to follow. Definitely still worth listening to.

meh

this is a book that is not for me. it just didnt hold my attention but it was well written

Wow

This was such an amazing audiobook! The main character, Sarah, was such a mess yet in some ways I found her very relatable. No, I'm not crazy, but I did do 3 years in prison a few years ago. And there were so many women just like her. It was so sad. A lot of them were really smart too. And I totally felt she knew what she was talking about when she would talk about the way people looked at her. And US vs. Them kind of thing. Once you go to prison or a mental hospital you definitely become a them. If that makes any sense at all. But anyways, the book was excellent! I would highly recommend it. I also thought the narrator did an amazing job! A great narrator really makes all the difference with an audiobook. And this narrator did an awesome job.

Interesting Story

I received this book in exchange for my honest review.
This story is descent, but I had a hard time following it the way it was written. All through the book it jumps around, and I found myself having to rewind and listen again to figure out what was going on in many parts. I think this book would be easier to follow in print, rather than trying to listen to it. The narration is pretty good, but kind of slow. Overall this book was a little frustrating to listen to, but had a good story line so I have mixed feelings.