Meredith (Trying to catch up!)'s Reviews > The Change

POWERFUL AND COMPELLING

“A woman had to be ready to look out for herself.”

Three women unite to take down those responsible for committing heinous acts against young girls.

Harriet, known as the neighborhood witch, is a former high-ranking advertising executive who now uses her skills to enhance her garden.

Jo, a former hotel executive, now owns a female-focused gym and channels her rage through workouts.

Nessa, a former nurse, hears the voices of the dead.

When the three women find the body of an innocent 17-year-old discarded like trash, they come together to use their powers to serve women whom the justice system has failed.

The narrative alternates between Harriet, Jo, and Nessa. I loved all their voices, and I enjoyed reading about their backgrounds and how they came to be powerful badasses. They are intelligent, witty, and raw. All three characters are an inspiration. I want to be them!

This is part fantasy, part mystery, part social commentary. But it is also fun, emotional, and heartwarming.


The Change combines pure fun and revenge fantasies while commenting on social norms and issues. The novel touches upon sexual harassment, especially in the workplace, gender roles, sex, female friendship, and the burdens of adhering to social norms in a straightforward way. There isn’t any sugar coating or B.S. Some of the events that occur are hard to read, but humor, love, and romance are woven in to balance the horrors of reality.

Miller states what a lot of women think but are too scared to say.

The Change is an inspirational and original read. I highly recommend!

“That’s why I choose vengeance. She’s the only mistress I serve."

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.