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Alyssa Riley (Author of The Boy Who Wouldn’t Die) | Goodreads

The Boy Who Wouldn’t Die ratings and reviews – The Boy Who Wouldn’t Die by Alyssa Riley | Goodreads

Reviews

"The Boy Who Wouldn't Die is a chilling blend of suspense and emotional depth, where every page keeps you questioning who to trust, what's real, and how much one girl can take when fate refuses to let him go quietly."

"Riley masterfully balances gothic atmosphere with raw human emotion. The writing is sharp yet hauntingly lyrical, pulling you straight into the protagonist's fragile but relentless fight against forces that refuse to release her."

-Stephanie, Goodreads reviewer

"An absolutely fabulous book."

"I loved Alyssa's writing style, she definitely added gothic suspense while creating a super intriguing world. I was OBSESSED with Irene and her journey from page one. I love the confusion this book creates. Is she guilty...or crazy?"

-Amy, @_ames_reads on Instagram

"Started The Boy Who Wouldn't Die yesterday. Finished it a couple hours ago. Needed to sit with the ending for a bit."

"And, excuse my language, this girl can f***ing write! More than once I just read with my mouth hanging open. It starts like a punch to the face and ends with a punch to the gut. I read 139 pages in about two and a half hours because I could not put it down. I had to stop and take a breather once or twice. I mean, I literally studied to be a crime scene investigator and her imagery was just a lot. Brilliantly written. And when I read it plays like a movie in my mind. The last murder was something that could have been written into Dexter and probably wouldn't have made it into the show. It was truly amazing."

-Heidi Mckinney Simpson

"Alyssa Riley's The Boy Who Wouldn't Die is a thoroughly disturbing and unsettling read, in the best possible way. Irene is a character who will stay with you; confused, complex, and utterly vicious. Riley's writing is thrilling and fast-paced, sure to leave you hanging onto every page. I recommend this book to anyone looking for a brutal yet beautiful read."

-Amy Hendrie

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