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ashleyraemc's review against another edition
3.0
Chess Chandler is the fictional Rachel Hollis right?
I enjoyed this more than I originally thought I would. I was expecting a quick domestic thriller and it delivered that with a hint of 1970s true crime story.
There were times I enjoyed the 70s timeline a lot more than the present day one, but I can absolutely see why the present day was included. Really enjoyed the pay off and twists that happened in the present day timeline (although I partially guessed one twist)
I also really enjoyed the multi media aspect with the lyrics, stories, interviews, etc. interspersed throughout.
Plus it made me really want to vacation in Italy asap.
Will definitely be reading more from Rachel Hawkins!
I enjoyed this more than I originally thought I would. I was expecting a quick domestic thriller and it delivered that with a hint of 1970s true crime story.
There were times I enjoyed the 70s timeline a lot more than the present day one, but I can absolutely see why the present day was included. Really enjoyed the pay off and twists that happened in the present day timeline (although I partially guessed one twist)
I also really enjoyed the multi media aspect with the lyrics, stories, interviews, etc. interspersed throughout.
Plus it made me really want to vacation in Italy asap.
Will definitely be reading more from Rachel Hawkins!
swati_jjk's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.5
lialovesreading's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug use, Infidelity, Grief, Murder, Alcohol, Toxic relationship, Child death, and Cursing
Moderate: Sexual content, Toxic friendship, Violence, and Vomit
Minor: Miscarriage and Pregnancy
_sirreadsalot_'s review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
skan's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
kaylyn18's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
packers24's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
taylorturnsapage's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
canadian_cristal's review
2.0
The 2 star reviews for this book does a pretty good job capturing how I felt. So no need to add more.
erinbrook's review against another edition
4.0
This book is over the top, uncomfortable, and full of drama--but I had the best time with it!!! It's exactly what I needed at just the right time. Loved how it all came together in the end. (And I really think I LOVE books that take place at a vacation home in Italy