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The Revealing
Imagine for a moment that your secrets were revealed to everyone in your phone contact list.
The Revealing is a biblical, psychological thriller about sin, hidden lives, and the shadow side that people keep locked away from those they love.
Eve ate the apple to know the truth about Adam. What she unleashed cannot be stopped. Now four modern sinners walk the same path: a housewife sleeping with her a neighbor; a priest worshipping his secret god; a high school student hiding his drug dealing empire from his parents; and a gambler starving the poor to cover his bets.
When the truth is revealed with the press of a button, no secret survives.
The Revealing is a biblical, psychological thriller about sin, hidden lives, and the shadow side that people keep locked away from those they love.
Eve ate the apple to know the truth about Adam. What she unleashed cannot be stopped. Now four modern sinners walk the same path: a housewife sleeping with her a neighbor; a priest worshipping his secret god; a high school student hiding his drug dealing empire from his parents; and a gambler starving the poor to cover his bets.
When the truth is revealed with the press of a button, no secret survives.
329 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 4, 2026
About the author
Tony Bianchini
1 bookTony Bianchini is a lifelong writer who has been a journalist, a poet and public relations professional. He is an avid reader of psychology, science fiction, horror, philosophy, technology and history. Tony's phone and computer was hacked in 2021 -- after he bought too many NFTs -- leading him to wonder what would happen if a nefarious use of technology published all of his photos, messages, secrets, fears and desires to his friends, family, social media followers and phone contact list. He deleted all his social accounts and was dragged back to the nightmare that is Web 2.0 after he wrote The Revealing. Tony hopes you give him feedback on his fever dream and can be reached at therevealing2026@gmail.com
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June 22, 2026
A secret is supposed to be just that, a secret. But what if your secrets are revealed to everyone in your phone contacts?!
The Revealing was such a good book! A psychological thriller that keeps you in suspense! This book jumps from the timelines intertwining from the beginning of Adam and Eve, their actions and consequences to the current time. It follows the story of 4 people who fight their moral compass and are overtaken by the sins consumed by human selfishness. As they try to justify their actions, they drift further away from righteousness and are led by their deadly sins. And now all their secrets will be revealed.
I enjoyed the author’s writing style, the characters and their stories and the dark entity in the root of it all. I was not expecting the ending either. It took such a dark turn and blew my mind! Great job!
The Revealing was such a good book! A psychological thriller that keeps you in suspense! This book jumps from the timelines intertwining from the beginning of Adam and Eve, their actions and consequences to the current time. It follows the story of 4 people who fight their moral compass and are overtaken by the sins consumed by human selfishness. As they try to justify their actions, they drift further away from righteousness and are led by their deadly sins. And now all their secrets will be revealed.
I enjoyed the author’s writing style, the characters and their stories and the dark entity in the root of it all. I was not expecting the ending either. It took such a dark turn and blew my mind! Great job!
July 27, 2026
This book was a very interesting concept. What if your most damaging secret was revealed to everyone you know?
It’s a psychological thriller that really keeps you in suspense. It was interesting reading about all these different people and I loved being able to go through the whole story with them. You saw their beginning and their reasoning behind why they chose to do what they did. You then saw them in the middle of their bad choices where they were having conflicting thoughts about if it was a good idea to continue sinning whether it was gambling, drugs, cheating on your spouse etc.
I also enjoyed the multi timeline. The book switches between Adam and Eve storyline to the present, and shows how sinners have been present since the very beginning of humanity. The book really picked up in the last 100 pages. This was when all the secrets were made known and the outcome was deadly! I wasn’t expecting the ending at all. The Revealing got a lot darker and shows the consequences of your actions, some more drastic than others. My favourite character was Delores. Poor Delores! She was such a sweet old lady and my heart absolutely broke for her. What’s even more troubling is that Delores’ story is very realistic and happens on the daily. While the book is about human selfishness and greed, it also has an emotional side. You can connect with some of these characters and that’s what sells it for me. The author makes this book move at its own pace and lets the pieces slot into place. He doesn’t throw in random information and plot twist for the sake of the story because he knows that his writings good enough on its own!
I recommend putting this book on your TBR if you want a good psychological read. It’s definitely something that I would read again. For a small indie authors debut, this was a brilliant start and I can’t wait to see what Tony Bianchini has in store for us next.
It’s a psychological thriller that really keeps you in suspense. It was interesting reading about all these different people and I loved being able to go through the whole story with them. You saw their beginning and their reasoning behind why they chose to do what they did. You then saw them in the middle of their bad choices where they were having conflicting thoughts about if it was a good idea to continue sinning whether it was gambling, drugs, cheating on your spouse etc.
I also enjoyed the multi timeline. The book switches between Adam and Eve storyline to the present, and shows how sinners have been present since the very beginning of humanity. The book really picked up in the last 100 pages. This was when all the secrets were made known and the outcome was deadly! I wasn’t expecting the ending at all. The Revealing got a lot darker and shows the consequences of your actions, some more drastic than others. My favourite character was Delores. Poor Delores! She was such a sweet old lady and my heart absolutely broke for her. What’s even more troubling is that Delores’ story is very realistic and happens on the daily. While the book is about human selfishness and greed, it also has an emotional side. You can connect with some of these characters and that’s what sells it for me. The author makes this book move at its own pace and lets the pieces slot into place. He doesn’t throw in random information and plot twist for the sake of the story because he knows that his writings good enough on its own!
I recommend putting this book on your TBR if you want a good psychological read. It’s definitely something that I would read again. For a small indie authors debut, this was a brilliant start and I can’t wait to see what Tony Bianchini has in store for us next.
August 2, 2026
I'll admit, I went into this one not really knowing what to expect, and I'm glad I did. The Revealing isn't the kind of story that rushes to impress you. Instead, it quietly builds until you suddenly realize you're completely invested in what's happening.
I found myself constantly trying to connect the dots, changing my mind more than once about where the story was headed. Every time I thought I had a clear picture, another piece would come along and make me question everything. That's one of my favorite things about a well-written mystery—it makes you work for the answers without becoming frustrating.
The characters felt genuine, flaws and all. Nobody seemed perfect, which made their choices and reactions feel believable. I appreciated that the emotional moments weren't overdone but still had an impact.
The writing itself was smooth and easy to get into. It never felt overly complicated, yet it still had enough layers to keep me engaged. By the time I reached the ending, I couldn't help but look back at everything I'd missed along the way.
If you're someone who enjoys stories that slowly pull you in, make you second-guess your theories, and reward you for paying attention, this is definitely worth adding to your reading list. It was a refreshing read that stayed with me long after I finished it.
I found myself constantly trying to connect the dots, changing my mind more than once about where the story was headed. Every time I thought I had a clear picture, another piece would come along and make me question everything. That's one of my favorite things about a well-written mystery—it makes you work for the answers without becoming frustrating.
The characters felt genuine, flaws and all. Nobody seemed perfect, which made their choices and reactions feel believable. I appreciated that the emotional moments weren't overdone but still had an impact.
The writing itself was smooth and easy to get into. It never felt overly complicated, yet it still had enough layers to keep me engaged. By the time I reached the ending, I couldn't help but look back at everything I'd missed along the way.
If you're someone who enjoys stories that slowly pull you in, make you second-guess your theories, and reward you for paying attention, this is definitely worth adding to your reading list. It was a refreshing read that stayed with me long after I finished it.
June 9, 2026
This is a great book that shows everything you think might be private can be revealed to your loved one’s.
Tony tells five separate stories of people committing sins that they believe will be hidden, but ultimately are revealed to devastating consequences.
I personally like the book as it is a great follow up to the Ed Snowden book I just read which confirms, nothing on our phones is private and all can be discovered.
This book reads fast. It’s over 300 pages but can be read in a weekend by an avid reader. It feels like it could be a great summer / beach book. For a first novel from a new author, it great. Highly recommend.
Tony tells five separate stories of people committing sins that they believe will be hidden, but ultimately are revealed to devastating consequences.
I personally like the book as it is a great follow up to the Ed Snowden book I just read which confirms, nothing on our phones is private and all can be discovered.
This book reads fast. It’s over 300 pages but can be read in a weekend by an avid reader. It feels like it could be a great summer / beach book. For a first novel from a new author, it great. Highly recommend.
May 11, 2026
My favorite part was…..
What stayed with me most was the sense of vulnerability and moral conflict woven into the narrative. The book explores how technology, deception, and secrecy can slowly consume people and distort reality. There’s an emotional intensity behind the suspense that makes the story feel haunting and thought-provoking long after finishing it.
If you enjoy thrillers that are not only suspenseful but emotionally layered and symbolic, The Revealing is a book worth experiencing.
What stayed with me most was the sense of vulnerability and moral conflict woven into the narrative. The book explores how technology, deception, and secrecy can slowly consume people and distort reality. There’s an emotional intensity behind the suspense that makes the story feel haunting and thought-provoking long after finishing it.
If you enjoy thrillers that are not only suspenseful but emotionally layered and symbolic, The Revealing is a book worth experiencing.
May 9, 2026
The Revealing was one of those books that slowly pulls you in without you realizing it. I ended up getting really attached to the characters, and the emotional moments hit harder than I expected. The mystery kept me interested, but it was the personal struggles and relationships that made the story feel real.
It’s not over-the-top or full of cheap twists — it just tells a good story and lets the tension build naturally. Definitely a book that stayed on my mind after I finished it.
It’s not over-the-top or full of cheap twists — it just tells a good story and lets the tension build naturally. Definitely a book that stayed on my mind after I finished it.
June 19, 2026
heartfelt
This book is a Christian romance. Focuses on themes that include forgiveness, faith, especially hidden struggles.
It’s an uplifting read. The stories feel relatable. Redemption and personal growth 🙏🙏
This book is a Christian romance. Focuses on themes that include forgiveness, faith, especially hidden struggles.
It’s an uplifting read. The stories feel relatable. Redemption and personal growth 🙏🙏
August 12, 2026
This book wss like no other I have read before. It isn't the usual type that I would read but I thought it looked interesting and I was correct! It held by attention from the very beginning. I actually rate this a 3.5
There is a lot of religious talk throughout the book so if that isn't your preference then this book isn't for you.
However, if you like a book with a little bit of everything then this book is definitely for you!
Strong character development, suspenseful, engaging, multiple character stories with buildup, also Adam and Eve story, thought provoking...
Once I was done reading this book my mind wouldn't stop. At first I really didn't know how to feel. It definitely made me think more about the choices made in life will shape your life. It's not something that we actually think about when just living life day by day.
Very good book!
There is a lot of religious talk throughout the book so if that isn't your preference then this book isn't for you.
However, if you like a book with a little bit of everything then this book is definitely for you!
Strong character development, suspenseful, engaging, multiple character stories with buildup, also Adam and Eve story, thought provoking...
Once I was done reading this book my mind wouldn't stop. At first I really didn't know how to feel. It definitely made me think more about the choices made in life will shape your life. It's not something that we actually think about when just living life day by day.
Very good book!
August 19, 2026
A Gripping Psychological Thriller About Secrets and Consequences
The Revealing is a fascinating psychological thriller that takes the idea of hidden secrets and turns it into a tense, unsettling exploration of human nature. Tony Bianchini combines biblical themes, psychological suspense, and contemporary technology to create a premise that immediately grabs your attention.
The concept is particularly compelling: what if every secret you've carefully hidden from the people closest to you could suddenly be exposed with the push of a button? From that simple but terrifying idea, the story explores four very different characters whose private lives reveal the complicated ways people justify their choices.
The Revealing is a fascinating psychological thriller that takes the idea of hidden secrets and turns it into a tense, unsettling exploration of human nature. Tony Bianchini combines biblical themes, psychological suspense, and contemporary technology to create a premise that immediately grabs your attention.
The concept is particularly compelling: what if every secret you've carefully hidden from the people closest to you could suddenly be exposed with the push of a button? From that simple but terrifying idea, the story explores four very different characters whose private lives reveal the complicated ways people justify their choices.
April 23, 2026
I’ve known Tony for many years, and The Reveal is raw, honest, and at times uncomfortable in the best way. It asks a simple but unsettling question: what happens when nothing can be hidden?
The answer unfolds through real, flawed characters—and leaves you thinking long after you’ve finished the book.
The answer unfolds through real, flawed characters—and leaves you thinking long after you’ve finished the book.
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