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wordsofclover's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Gun violence
Moderate: Sexual violence and Child abuse
niclow_'s review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
judithdcollins's review against another edition
4.0
Karin Slaughter’s UNSEEN, a compelling and suspenseful novel of cops and criminals of the South, in her Will Trent Series #7—an emotional roller coaster crime fiction thriller of evil and romance!
Set in the southern town of Macon, GA, Will Trent is working undercover as an ex-con trying to infiltrate a drug and sex trafficking ring in order to get to a powerful and elusive man called Big Whitey (Florida gangster), who has expanded business in the Macon area. However, Will’s friends in the Macon police department are not aware of his undercover work.
When three men break into the home of two Macon officers, Detective Lena Adams and her husband Jared Long, it gets complicated. Lena is now married to Jeffrey’s son from his first marriage, and is hot on the trail of a local drug kingpin, Sid Waller. Will adopts the persona of tough ex-con and bad boy, Bill Black, all unbeknownst to Sara. Will can't share his case with girlfriend Sara, because going undercover is too dangerous.
But Will’s secret suddenly becomes harder to keep when Lena and her fellow officer husband, Jared, are attacked in their home, leaving Jared in bad shape, bringing Sara from Atlanta to Macon to see her stepson. Neither Will nor Sara realizes the connection (the two investigations collide) —they are both targets and in danger.
Sara holds Lena, Jared’s wife, responsible: Lena, a stubborn detective, has been a magnet for trouble all her life, and Jared’s shooting is not the first time someone Sara loved has gotten caught in the crossfire. (I am trying to catch up with all the players and their past).
As Will makes his way through the dark world of drug dealers and pimps, he must also balance his job and his romance with Sara Linton, which becomes involves in the case, as well. Some nasty and dark human trafficking and drugs in the South. Yes, the south has its share of crime rings, and who better than Karin Slaughter to uncover the scums hiding in the dark alleys.
I listened to the audiobook narrated by Kathleen Early, with a stellar performance. Unfortunately, I started with Slaughter’s most recent release, COP TOWN (which I loved) and my first read by Karin. I am working my way backwards, as have heard so much about the Will Trent series. I probably should start with book one instead of latest; however, what can I say, I like to start from newest and work my way back to the oldest. I tend to do this when I find an author I love, and cannot wait to read all their previous books. The problem with doing this is the latest is a 5 star, and hard to compare the others to the best.
Loving the Will Trent character and see why all the rave reviews, and Karin’s reputation for her riveting novels of cops and robbers. Having lived in Atlanta for years, and moved to South Florida—always nice to re-visit Georgia!
Looking forward to learning more about the famous and complex Will Trent with CRIMINAL (Will Trent, #6) next.
Set in the southern town of Macon, GA, Will Trent is working undercover as an ex-con trying to infiltrate a drug and sex trafficking ring in order to get to a powerful and elusive man called Big Whitey (Florida gangster), who has expanded business in the Macon area. However, Will’s friends in the Macon police department are not aware of his undercover work.
When three men break into the home of two Macon officers, Detective Lena Adams and her husband Jared Long, it gets complicated. Lena is now married to Jeffrey’s son from his first marriage, and is hot on the trail of a local drug kingpin, Sid Waller. Will adopts the persona of tough ex-con and bad boy, Bill Black, all unbeknownst to Sara. Will can't share his case with girlfriend Sara, because going undercover is too dangerous.
But Will’s secret suddenly becomes harder to keep when Lena and her fellow officer husband, Jared, are attacked in their home, leaving Jared in bad shape, bringing Sara from Atlanta to Macon to see her stepson. Neither Will nor Sara realizes the connection (the two investigations collide) —they are both targets and in danger.
Sara holds Lena, Jared’s wife, responsible: Lena, a stubborn detective, has been a magnet for trouble all her life, and Jared’s shooting is not the first time someone Sara loved has gotten caught in the crossfire. (I am trying to catch up with all the players and their past).
As Will makes his way through the dark world of drug dealers and pimps, he must also balance his job and his romance with Sara Linton, which becomes involves in the case, as well. Some nasty and dark human trafficking and drugs in the South. Yes, the south has its share of crime rings, and who better than Karin Slaughter to uncover the scums hiding in the dark alleys.
I listened to the audiobook narrated by Kathleen Early, with a stellar performance. Unfortunately, I started with Slaughter’s most recent release, COP TOWN (which I loved) and my first read by Karin. I am working my way backwards, as have heard so much about the Will Trent series. I probably should start with book one instead of latest; however, what can I say, I like to start from newest and work my way back to the oldest. I tend to do this when I find an author I love, and cannot wait to read all their previous books. The problem with doing this is the latest is a 5 star, and hard to compare the others to the best.
Loving the Will Trent character and see why all the rave reviews, and Karin’s reputation for her riveting novels of cops and robbers. Having lived in Atlanta for years, and moved to South Florida—always nice to re-visit Georgia!
Looking forward to learning more about the famous and complex Will Trent with CRIMINAL (Will Trent, #6) next.
flapsy's review against another edition
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
sarakeepshersanity's review against another edition
4.0
Like a 3.75 the ending felt a little less "together" than usual with this series like the reveal and wrap up didn't run a smooth or as wow as I've come to expect
stevem0214's review against another edition
5.0
Although still a five star book, not my favorite in the series. This one a little slower paced than her others. Still and excellent book though!!
shai3d's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
megs_k's review against another edition
3.0
You can’t light a match, then act surprised when your house burns down. ~ Karin Slaughter