Such Sheltered Lives

Rush’s Recovery caters to the ultra-elite who need privacy and discretion while battling their demons. Some come for treatment for addiction, some for eating disorders, some to avoid scandal, and some to explore trauma. What better place to bear your soul than in a rehabilitation center set in a lavish and beautiful location.

The guests consist of Lord Edward of Essex who is fighting an addiction; Amelia Blue Harris who is struggling with an eating disorder; and Florence Bloom is a pop star with a tabloid scandal. Will they get the help they need, or will they self-destruct while enjoying all the center has to offer. Each will have their own POV, which is a nice touch.

I enjoyed the setting and the atmosphere in this book. I also enjoyed the look at rehab; the many reasons people check in and some of the reasons why people do not check out. Everyone has a secret; some secrets are bigger than others. There are also drama and tension throughout the book. I also enjoyed the mystery of the dead body on the beach.

This book was not fast moving, nor was it slow. Such Sheltered Lives is less than 300 pages but it felt much longer. While I enjoyed it, I didn’t quite connect with any of the characters or feel for any of them. I had high hopes for this book and while it didn’t quite wow me, it was an enjoyable and dramatic read.

Thank you to Atria/Emily Bestler Books and Edelweiss who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.