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4.06 AVERAGE
4.06 AVERAGE
I’m always skeptical going into ya mystery and thrillers as I usually guess the plot or end up disappointed, but Holly Jackson has proved to be a favorite of mine. The writing and story is never groundbreaking however it’s always very twisty and I never fully guess the plot until the end.
This book was no exception and had me fully hooked for the full 400+ pages.
This book was no exception and had me fully hooked for the full 400+ pages.
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
What an amazing book. The plot kept twisting and turning, but not in a bad way. Bel annoyed me for the first half of the book, it felt like she was reading into everything way too much. Though she was unlikeable, I didn't mind it, it made a lot of sense for her character. I didn't care too much for her romance with Ash, but I liked his character and I did tear up when they said goodbye at the end. I like how Ramsey was actually respectful, not often are film makers. Well, he was a bit exploitative of family moments but in the end, he did the right thing. One thing I still don't really understand was why Charlie wanted Rachel dead, but I'll get that on a re-read I guess. Jeff's death honestly makes me sad. I feel really bad for him. Honestly, it kind of seems like the easy way out for the author instead of having to force him to leave, like Sherry. But after such a complex plot, Jackson deserves this little thing. Though Jeff chose to free his brother, who wouldn't, so I feel like out of all the characters except Bell and Rachel, he deserves the least pain. I really am hung up on his death, I really feel he didn't deserve it. I think partially because I have a sister myself and I love her so much, like I just imagine us in that situation and it'd kill me. Basically I feel a sense of guilt for Jeff's death for some reason. I seriously enjoyed this book though, it was fantastic.
The characters were well written and felt unique, the ending may be a bit unbelievable, but I still think it was good. I loved the plot of Rachel's disappearance, it was really well written.
The characters were well written and felt unique, the ending may be a bit unbelievable, but I still think it was good. I loved the plot of Rachel's disappearance, it was really well written.
A little long but I enjoyed the twists throughout and the final resolution. Really enjoyed the FMC Annabelle and found her to be well written, believable and relatable.
emotional
mysterious
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:
No
Loved it!!
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:
No
I guessed all the plot twists and I still had heart palpitations reading it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Violence, Dementia, Kidnapping, Grief, Murder, Gaslighting, Abandonment
Moderate: Body shaming, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Stalking
Minor: Fatphobia, Infertility, Death of parent, Pregnancy
dark
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Fun little romp and the last 20% was very satisfying but dear god bel was insufferable for most of this
Fast read and good for my travel days but nothing special
Fast read and good for my travel days but nothing special