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thelovelylibrarylady's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
marnienicole's review against another edition
3.0
I feel the sensitive topics in this novel were handled with great care and that each stakeholder in the events of this book were given a fair portrayal. However this is not my favorite of Steel’s.
I haven’t read many of her new titles, my favorite are like Granny Dan and Letters to Nam and mirror image and Jewel. Those all immediately captured me and had me emotional invested in the stakes.
I never felt like I fell in to the story or ever really connected with the characters and I think that has to do with the book focus on the culture around the event and showing each side.
Excellent writing, heavy topic handled well, classic Danielle steel flair but just 3 stars for me.
I haven’t read many of her new titles, my favorite are like Granny Dan and Letters to Nam and mirror image and Jewel. Those all immediately captured me and had me emotional invested in the stakes.
I never felt like I fell in to the story or ever really connected with the characters and I think that has to do with the book focus on the culture around the event and showing each side.
Excellent writing, heavy topic handled well, classic Danielle steel flair but just 3 stars for me.
ratherbereading's review against another edition
5.0
Thank you for the opportunity to read and review. This book was definitely written in the right time. The story felt real and it definitely brings all the emotions out; just like Steel is known for. I could not say it any better than the description itself "In this compelling novel, Danielle Steel illuminates the dark side of one drunken night, with its tragic consequences, from every possible point of view. As the drama unfolds, the characters will reach a crossroads where they must choose between truth and lies, between what is easy and what is right, and find the moral compass they will need for the rest of their lives." One read of the description and you know you are in for a great story. Definitely recommend.
anx_iety's review against another edition
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
mamaboydreads's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars.
For me, this book was slightly different from DS’s usual books. She tackled a difficult subject of underage drinking and rape at an exclusive private school gingerly from introducing a large cast of characters, to the incident thru the investigation and sentencing. So many kids and parents to remember, in addition to school administration and teachers, detectives and lawyers. Interesting dynamics on how the parents handled the incident, and I thought one in particular could have been explored more, and one completely glossed over.
Of course in typical DS fashion, the ending is tied up nicely and not really in line with the main story, more of the secondary players. This is a fast-paced read that will hold your attention, but might frustrate you also. I felt the sympathies in the book leaned to one side. But, with that said, there is a lot to discuss and more to think about.
Thanks to NetGalley and Random House Press/Ballantine for this ARC. Opinion is mine alone.
For me, this book was slightly different from DS’s usual books. She tackled a difficult subject of underage drinking and rape at an exclusive private school gingerly from introducing a large cast of characters, to the incident thru the investigation and sentencing. So many kids and parents to remember, in addition to school administration and teachers, detectives and lawyers. Interesting dynamics on how the parents handled the incident, and I thought one in particular could have been explored more, and one completely glossed over.
Of course in typical DS fashion, the ending is tied up nicely and not really in line with the main story, more of the secondary players. This is a fast-paced read that will hold your attention, but might frustrate you also. I felt the sympathies in the book leaned to one side. But, with that said, there is a lot to discuss and more to think about.
Thanks to NetGalley and Random House Press/Ballantine for this ARC. Opinion is mine alone.
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