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- Dimensions
- 5.5 x 1 x 8.25 in
- Weight
- 11.4 oz
- Publisher
- Montlake
- Publication date
- January 13, 2026
- Language
- English
- Print length
- 315 pages
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A 1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER.In this twisty thriller from New York Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover, a frustrated author looks for her muse in a remote hideaway, but what she finds defies all expectations…and reality.Her words used to set the page on fire. But a viral backlash over her latest film adaptation forced Petra Rose to take a hiatus, resulting in missed deadlines and an overdue mortgage. Branded a fraud and fame-hungry opportunist, she learned the hard way what happens when the internet turns on you. And she’s been uninspired to write ever since.Now, with her next suspense novel outlined and savings nearly gone, she retreats to a secluded lakeside cabin, hoping to find inspiration. It’s Petra’s last-ditch attempt to save her career―and herself.Then he shows up.Detective Nathaniel Saint arrives with disturbing news, his presence igniting a creativity in her she thought long since burned out. Petra’s words return in a rush, and her fictional cop character begins to mirror the very real cop who’s becoming her muse.Their “research” sessions blur the lines between fantasy and reality. Each glance, every touch pulls Petra deeper into a world she thought she’d never lose herself in again. She’s never felt more alive. But inspiration this powerful comes at a cost.When Saint starts taking his role in her career a little too seriously, Petra’s forced to confront the chaos she created. But doing so could cost her more than the reputation she’s been trying to salvage. The reputation the world wrote for her―the reputation only she can reclaim. Read more
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| Publisher | Montlake |
|---|---|
| Publication date | January 13, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 315 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1542025613 |
| ISBN-13 | 14 |
| Item Weight | 11.4 ounces |
| Dimensions | 5.5 x 1 x 8.25 inches |
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Top Amazon Reviews
Kept me on the edge of my seat
Format: Kindle
A book that has everything in it( love, thriller, dreams). It was hard to put this book down. I look forward to the sequel to this book.
Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2026 by Diane Thomas
Dark
Format: Paperback
Colleen Hoover’s Woman Down marks a long overdue return after a three-year hiatus, venturing firmly into romantic suspense rather than outright thriller territory. This is a moody, psychologically charged novel that trades constant action for simmering tension, secrecy, and a dangerously seductive romance. Readers expecting a traditional crime-driven plot may be surprised, but those drawn to dark desire, moral ambiguity, and unease might enjoy this one. The story follows Petra Rose, a bestselling author reeling from public backlash and creative paralysis, who retreats to a secluded lakeside cabin in search of redemption and inspiration. When Detective Nathaniel Saint enters her life—at once muse, temptation, and threat—the boundaries between fiction and reality begin to erode. By naming the main male character Saint, the author cleverly plays on our assumptions. A saint traditionally symbolizes virtue, safety, and moral certainty—someone you instinctively trust. But this Saint is anything but safe. The name becomes a subtle misdirection, lulling both the heroine and the reader into a false sense of security as he hovers between protector and predator, charm and threat. He isn’t evil, but he’s far from holy, and the tension lives in that uneasy in-between. From the moment I read his name, I was drawn to it—Saint feels bold and seductive, a name that implies depth and power and lingers long after it’s spoken. It’s easy to see why the author chose it. That said, the novel’s psychological intensity is not without its drawbacks. Petra’s characterization, while intentionally flawed, often stretches plausibility to a breaking point. At times, she seems almost untethered from the reality of the world she inhabits—repeatedly abandoning logic, self-preservation, and basic common sense as she descends further into a cycle of reckless trust and self-destructive behavior. Even accounting for trauma, obsession, and moral ambiguity, her continued willingness to excuse increasingly alarming actions strains credibility. The refusal to confide in those closest to her—particularly Nora—despite clear warning signs, renders many of her choices frustrating rather than compelling. This dissonance is further complicated by Petra’s tendency to redirect her guilt outward. Her anger toward Mari, and Nora feels disproportionate and, at times, deeply misplaced, especially given her own unwillingness to confront the reality of her actions or her marriage. The result is a protagonist whose lack of accountability can feel less psychologically complex and more emotionally exhausting. Though Saint 😉 did have a role to play in this mess she found herself in, it’s hard to place all the blame on him. How much of a villain is he in this? Additionally, while it’s understandable—and often compelling—for authors to draw from personal experience, Woman Down occasionally veers too close to familiar real-world controversies already saturated in headlines and social media discourse. The parallels between Petra’s public fallout as a writer and Hoover’s own highly visible career moments felt overly on-the-nose, diminishing the sense of novelty one might expect after such a long hiatus. The story could have retained its emotional weight and thematic depth without echoing narratives readers have already witnessed play out in real time. A different professional crisis or source of creative trauma might have offered the same insight while allowing the novel to feel fresher and less self-referential. Ultimately, while Hoover’s prose remains sharp and her command of atmosphere undeniable, the repetitive cycle of poor decisions, fleeting remorse, and immediate relapse into the same destructive patterns becomes wearying. What begins as an unsettling exploration of obsession gradually slips into monotony, undercutting what could have been a truly exceptional psychological thriller. Woman Down contains flashes of brilliance, but its fixation on repeated bad behavior and familiar real-world parallels prevents it from fully realizing its potential. Hoover cultivated an atmosphere of dread, layering obsession, power imbalance, and psychological manipulation beneath an addictive pace. Uncomfortable, provocative, and unapologetically dark, Woman Down may be Hoover’s most unsettling work yet—one that lingers long after the final, jaw-dropping twist. It will be interesting to see where the author goes from here. Unfortunately, I struggled with this book and ultimately felt disappointed by the quality of the writing, particularly the heavy repetition of the word “night.” It appeared excessively in various forms — night, tonight, and nightmare — to the point of distraction. While this may have been an intentional attempt to underscore the story’s darkness in contrast to the symbolism of “Saint” as light or virtue, the effect fell flat for me. Rather than deepening the sense of unease, the repetition became irritating. There are many more effective ways to convey atmosphere and tension without relying on the same word well over a hundred times. These are just my thoughts. P.S. And I can’t help but mention how much I loved the character Mari. She was so much fun—full of sass, uniquely herself, and a perfect blend of humor and realism within the story. She was the one character I’d actually want to meet and hang out with: authentic, bold, and completely unforgettable.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2026 by Yvette Jarrell
Solid read, different from what you expect from CoHo
Format: Hardcover
I liked this one but did not love it, which surprised me a little as a Colleen Hoover fan. That said, I am not mad I read it and it is a quick, easy read worth picking up. The story follows Petra Rose, a bestselling author who has been struggling since her most recent novel was adapted to film and the public turned against her. Suffering from writer’s block and overwhelmed by online criticism, she retreats to a secluded cabin hoping to find her creative spark again. After an unexpected encounter with a local detective named Nathaniel Saint, she is suddenly inspired to write, but as their relationship develops, the line between reality and research for her novel begins to blur. It is a departure from what longtime Hoover fans might expect, trading her signature emotional romance for something closer to a psychological thriller with a sharp focus on cancel culture, artistic manipulation, and the cost of creativity. It is not her best work but it shows a different side of her writing and keeps you turning pages. Fans of Verity will probably appreciate it most. Worth the read.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2026 by Sweet Broom Co. - Jaime Davis
Amazing writing as always!
Format: Kindle
Great read. I couldn’t put this book down. Colleen has a way of gently pulling you in and making you hold your breath through each page until you can finally exhale at the very last word. I can’t wait to start her next book!
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2026 by Robyn H.
A darker romance for Colleen Hoover that is worth the read
Format: Kindle
Petra is just a writer whose moments in the sunshine of fame have turned for the worse when fans rage over the changes made from the book to movie adaptation of one of her well-known novels. In an attempt to gain some inspiration for her next novel and hide from the world in the process, Petra goes on a writer retreat to a small town she's taken writer retreats to before. What she didn't expect was a police officer to drop in in the middle of the night and inspire her to write one of her new main characters. Her attraction for him from the get-go is clear, but what she doesn't expect is how far she is willing to take book research in order to get her novel written. Even if it happens to destroy her life. This was a darker book for Colleen Hoover, but it kept my attention all the same. She placed twists in the storyline I didn't see coming, causing me to keep reading so I could get answers. And the ending brought betrayals and surprises I never saw coming. The characters kept me hooked, and I felt as I were on the ride with Petra as the story unraveled.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2026 by Kayla Hicks
10/10
Format: Kindle
I never had goosebumps this many times from one book alone. I love Colleen Hoover's writting style. This book is my new favorite by far, after everything that happened from her adaptation with It Ends With Us, this book felt so close to what she had to deal with concerning the fallout from the law suits. The potential parallel between the main character and her, and also from the main character and her main character, had my head swimminggg. Anywho, I ate up every word in this book.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2026 by Jennifer Grim
It’s a quick read
Format: Paperback
I need to organize my thoughts, but I’m giving this a 3-star rating. I didn’t dislike it, but it’s not my favorite of hers. It’s challenging to surpass other books. Go into this expecting a romantic suspense novel. This is NOT a thriller! What I liked: It was a quick and binge-worthy read. It was addictive and easy to follow. There were some intriguing twists about two-thirds of the way through, and the ending was enjoyable. What I didn’t like: It felt like the book was centered around all the drama that we hear about on social media and tabloids. Personally, I ignore it because she’s one of my favorite authors. While she does a little dear readers and asks not to speculate, people tend to do so anyway. 🙄 I don’t know I think it should have been left out of the book. For me it just set a tone for the book. Additionally, I’m sure some parts of the book will offend readers because it’s dark. But that’s why we read books and watch movies. We wouldn’t do these things in real life or want them done to us, but we enjoy reading about them or even watching them on TV. That’s the creative process, in my opinion. Don’t like it, don’t read it. It will be interesting to see how others respond to it.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2026 by Meranda Kindle
Personality disorders are the only way to explain what happens in this novel
Format: Kindle
This is the first Colleen Hoover novel I've read, though I've borrowed a couple others from the library. After reading this, though, I will think about taking a pass on the rest of her oeuvre. We have a heroine (?) who will do anything to explode her writer's block. Really. Anything. Because house payments, I guess. Although given how successful the narrator's books have been previously, that's hard for me to buy. We have a hero (?) who will do anything to help get those creative juices flowing again. Really. Anything. The heroine takes one stupid risk after another, but oh gee, she just can't help herself because this possible madman is just so hot. The only explanation for the stupidity of the plot is that both main characters are suffering from personality disorders. And I'm not interested in reading about it. However, I realize I'm in the minority. A lot, I mean a LOT of readers really want to read about sociopaths and narcissists. If that's you, go for it, I guess, although there are so many novels that are better quality and will actually give us chances to walk in the shoes of people so three-dimensional they breathe. If you are unsure whether this is for you, see if your library has it (mine didn't so I spent the $6, which I now regret.) Can't recommend this book. I gave it 2 stars because I kept reading, at first to find out what the heck was happening, and once I figured out it was crazy, I kept reading just to say I finished it.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2026 by Cynthia Ross