A review by reading_historical_romance
The Princess of Las Vegas by Chris Bohjalian

dark mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I don’t get all the hateful reviews this book is receiving, especially those who are saying it is boring.  I really enjoyed this and read the entire novel in just three sittings. My guess is that the typical thriller reader is not prepared to read a character study.  This book is more of a character study than a thriller.  

I found the psychology of Crissy’s life’s work as a Diana Spencer impersonator fantastic, and Betsy and Marisa served as a huge part of Chrissy’s character development in the narrative.  I also really enjoyed the Las Vegas setting and that the thriller aspect of the story was corruption in the cryptocurrency market. 

I thought this story was really unique and fun. I’ve never read this author before and I really like his style. It was so refreshing to read a contemporary mobster crime thriller without being deafened by profanity.