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jenennap29's review against another edition
4.0
A pretty standard mystery novel with a love twist. Could have used a little more character development, but overall a well-written story. A bit abrupt at the end but nonetheless a great read!
mvptp's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.5
I enjoyed this a lot. Will be reading the rest
jackie_shimkus's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-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? No
4.0
gawronma's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. It was a very good. Although this was the first book I ended up reading it second. I didn't miss anything by doing this. Max and Charlotte are good characters. The plot did hold a few surprises. Looking forward forward to the final book in the series.
tackyj's review against another edition
3.0
An enjoyable read, but for some reason I had trouble staying focused. I think the characters just didn't grab me so I was kind of "ho hum -- what next?"
One of my favorite authors, but this wasn't one of my favorite books.
One of my favorite authors, but this wasn't one of my favorite books.
lizabethstucker's review against another edition
4.0
Charlotte Sawyer becomes worried about her step-sister after one of Jocelyn's friends dies under suspicious circumstances. She asks private investigator Max Cutler for help after he reveals that he is looking into Louise's death.
Max quickly discovers that Jocelyn is definitely NOT at the tech-free retreat, that she left immediately after arriving and isn't staying at a hotel on the island. He and Charlotte realize that both Jocelyn and Louise were investigating a series of rapes, two of which ended in fatal drug overdoses. The deeper Max and Charlotte investigate, the more dangerous and complicated things become.
There is a lot of backstory for all of the characters, but Krentz does a great job revealing them in easily digestible nuggets. The build-up of attraction between Max and Charlotte is slow and believable, catnip for me. Also Charlotte understands and accepts Max's need for answers about the man who haunts his nightmares. Max also seems to have little problems with Charlotte being more his partner than his client, allowing her to accompany him into the field as well as trusting that she will do as he asks. Most of the time.
I loved this story, but I think my biggest problem with it was the way the various cops handled the deaths of the investment club members. Considering what a small group it was, having so many deaths or near-deaths within such a short period of time should've triggered a red flag for one of the cops. Instead they dismissed each death as accidents or unrelated. Sloppy plotting.
Strangely enough, there are multiple ending chapters, each of them being a good place to end. Almost as if Krentz either was determined to tie up some loose threads that could've waited for the next book in the series or couldn't bear to let Max and Charlotte go. However, that very last chapter about Ethel was perfect, so I won't complain!
A great start to what will be a trilogy, I guess. I know I will be starting the next in the series immediately and the third will be released in January of 2019. This is the JAK that I've come to love over the years, excellent characterization, interesting plots (even with the one quibble I had), and fascinating jobs. 4.5 out of 5.
Max quickly discovers that Jocelyn is definitely NOT at the tech-free retreat, that she left immediately after arriving and isn't staying at a hotel on the island. He and Charlotte realize that both Jocelyn and Louise were investigating a series of rapes, two of which ended in fatal drug overdoses. The deeper Max and Charlotte investigate, the more dangerous and complicated things become.
There is a lot of backstory for all of the characters, but Krentz does a great job revealing them in easily digestible nuggets. The build-up of attraction between Max and Charlotte is slow and believable, catnip for me. Also Charlotte understands and accepts Max's need for answers about the man who haunts his nightmares. Max also seems to have little problems with Charlotte being more his partner than his client, allowing her to accompany him into the field as well as trusting that she will do as he asks. Most of the time.
I loved this story, but I think my biggest problem with it was the way the various cops handled the deaths of the investment club members. Considering what a small group it was, having so many deaths or near-deaths within such a short period of time should've triggered a red flag for one of the cops. Instead they dismissed each death as accidents or unrelated. Sloppy plotting.
Strangely enough, there are multiple ending chapters, each of them being a good place to end. Almost as if Krentz either was determined to tie up some loose threads that could've waited for the next book in the series or couldn't bear to let Max and Charlotte go. However, that very last chapter about Ethel was perfect, so I won't complain!
A great start to what will be a trilogy, I guess. I know I will be starting the next in the series immediately and the third will be released in January of 2019. This is the JAK that I've come to love over the years, excellent characterization, interesting plots (even with the one quibble I had), and fascinating jobs. 4.5 out of 5.
slc333's review against another edition
3.0
I always know exactly what I am getting with JAK and this is no exception.
screamingphoenix405's review
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
tiffanyylizz's review against another edition
4.0
This was a very interesting read. There were things that were known and you kinda thought you knew it all so I was dissapointed in the lack of the element of surprise. Then at the end, turns out there are a whole bunch of loose ends that you thought you knew but you really didn't. It's a murder mystery so it's nice to have that unknown after you thought it was predictable.
The story is told from multiple POV's and I found at times that it was a little hard to follow along, but not enough to where I was confused or had no idea what was happening.
I really enjoyed the additionally connection of Charlotte and Max. I think it gave the story a little something extra and a release from the murder drama. Their characters worked really well together and had that instant spark. It didn't feel like they were just thrown together. I will admit, I think the ending was a little out there and not necessary between the two of them. No spoilers but it felt a little rushed and just tapped on the end.
I liked that the killer was someone you would never expect to be a serial rapist/serial killer. A lot of times that is the reason they are never brought to justice. They can buy their way out of the situation or make it appear that it was someone else. The concept of the "club" was a little wacky to me. But power to women, whatever. I get it.
I already have a copy of the next installment in the series so I am looking forward to picking it up and continuing the story of Cutler, Sutter, and Salinas!
The story is told from multiple POV's and I found at times that it was a little hard to follow along, but not enough to where I was confused or had no idea what was happening.
I really enjoyed the additionally connection of Charlotte and Max. I think it gave the story a little something extra and a release from the murder drama. Their characters worked really well together and had that instant spark. It didn't feel like they were just thrown together. I will admit, I think the ending was a little out there and not necessary between the two of them. No spoilers but it felt a little rushed and just tapped on the end.
I liked that the killer was someone you would never expect to be a serial rapist/serial killer. A lot of times that is the reason they are never brought to justice. They can buy their way out of the situation or make it appear that it was someone else. The concept of the "club" was a little wacky to me. But power to women, whatever. I get it.
I already have a copy of the next installment in the series so I am looking forward to picking it up and continuing the story of Cutler, Sutter, and Salinas!
aprilbooksandwine's review against another edition
4.0
When All The Girls Have Gone by Jayne Ann Krentz is the sort of audiobook that is not in my normal wheelhouse. It's romantic suspense and absolutely RIVETING. Click for my full review.