Reviews

Into the Dark by Karen Rose

doseofromance's review against another edition

2.0

Strangely there is a lot going on here (arguably too much) and the book still dragged for me very quickly. The suspense was good, but I didn't connect with Dani and Diesel at all. I used to really enjoy Karen Rose book, but her kind of universe has extended too far. The story relies a lot on the connection between the characters and even though I knew most of them, I couldn't keep track and there were just too many. It really might be past time to lay the Cincinnati gang to rest. Also Dani and Diesel are a little too perfect. Like everyone in the books they endured a lot of trauma and even though they still struggle with it (understandably so), they are super super altruistic, understanding, kind, supportive, good friends, good listener, dependable, etc etc. This is not to say they are those things despite the trauma, but rather I think the author uses trauma as a plot device to build beyond perfect characters, that are truly too good to be true, believable or relatable. And while they are good people because they have all the right qualities and thoughts, they don't really have any personalities. I could not attribute one character trait to any of them that aren't related to them just being.... Perfect and good. Let's stop it. Let's bring back characters that actually feel like people and not unattainable gods.

natiibooks's review against another edition

4.0

Dornenpakt by Karen Rose


4

jadestar's review against another edition

5.0

Loved it. Good plot, loved the layout, chapter styling, characters and character narratives. Eagerly seeking more from Karen Rose

waltzingmonkey's review against another edition

dark emotional 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

5.0

littlestar2911's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional mysterious reflective tense fast-paced

4.0

covertocovergirl's review against another edition

dark emotional medium-paced

4.0

emmalowe73's review against another edition

5.0

I never tire of Karen's books. They always keep me gripped as I ride the rollercoaster that are her thrillers. This story, is Diesel and Dani's story, and I love that they share a special skill of sign language. How terrifying would it be to be deaf with a serial killer on your tail? Well this is what this story is all about.
Diesel is the perfect hero. Big, brash, with a heart of gold. Dani has a huge back story that leaves you wishing for her HEA.
Do they get it? That's for you to find out, me - I can't wait until the next of Karen's Cincinnati series.

ymiranda's review against another edition

3.0

2.5 stars.
I guess after 23 books it was bound to happen.
I didn't enjoy this one at all and had to skim my way to the end.
Since I love everything else KR has written, I will definitely pick up the next book.

mrsboyko's review against another edition

4.0

Romantic Suspense. Not Great Literature. and THAT'S OKAY. Sometimes you just need a book where the beautiful people all love each other and change the world. with a few cliches thrown in.

frederique's review against another edition

challenging dark emotional sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0