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calliek927's review against another edition
2.0
I honestly don't even know how to review this one, because I simply got bored with it. The story was SLOW moving and the characters didn't really feel like anything.
I will still read more Ronald Malfi, as I've read his books before and they were better, but this one was just a nope from me.
Giving it 2 stars because I didn't DNF...
I will still read more Ronald Malfi, as I've read his books before and they were better, but this one was just a nope from me.
Giving it 2 stars because I didn't DNF...
winlei's review against another edition
medium-paced
3.75
Gives very much season 1 of True Detective/Sharp Objects. Well written, but one of those slow creeping mysteries with shadows of supernatural ideas that leave you wondering.
gt_guest's review against another edition
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
aileen369's review against another edition
dark
emotional
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? No
4.0
craigmatthews87's review against another edition
4.0
I recently read and enjoyed Come With Me, so was excited to pick up my next Ronald Malfi book. With my love of stories set in small towns and snowy wilderness, in this case Alaska, and a new UK release coming this month, what better choice than Bone White?
This story was a hit from me right from the start. Every time I thought I had a handle on where the plot was going, there'd be a twist or turn that left my blindsided, and reminded me that I couldn't feel safe at any point. It's very rare for a book to go as far as to scare me these days, but there are numerous very creepy moments throughout Bone White, and more than one that managed to get under my skin.
There's a reasonably large cast of characters, though while the main players are well fleshed out and I always looked forward to spending time with them, a number of the more supporting roles felt a little two-dimensional at times, as if they were obviously there to progress the plot. I also found a few moments towards the middle a little repetitive, and almost like they were pulling us back from the next reveal. Other than these criticisms, I'm finding it difficult to fault the book - I thought it was an engaging and entertaining read throughout, combing elements of dread-inducing mythology with police procedural descriptions that felt accurate and realistic, a mix that nearly always works for me.
The highest praise I can give the book is the sense of disappointment I felt when I noticed I was in the last 5%. The ending was satisfying, giving enough information without over-explaining, but I'd have still happily carried on reading and wasn't ready to leave the world Malfi had built. I get the feeling that my next read of his won't be far in the future.
9/10
This story was a hit from me right from the start. Every time I thought I had a handle on where the plot was going, there'd be a twist or turn that left my blindsided, and reminded me that I couldn't feel safe at any point. It's very rare for a book to go as far as to scare me these days, but there are numerous very creepy moments throughout Bone White, and more than one that managed to get under my skin.
There's a reasonably large cast of characters, though while the main players are well fleshed out and I always looked forward to spending time with them, a number of the more supporting roles felt a little two-dimensional at times, as if they were obviously there to progress the plot. I also found a few moments towards the middle a little repetitive, and almost like they were pulling us back from the next reveal. Other than these criticisms, I'm finding it difficult to fault the book - I thought it was an engaging and entertaining read throughout, combing elements of dread-inducing mythology with police procedural descriptions that felt accurate and realistic, a mix that nearly always works for me.
The highest praise I can give the book is the sense of disappointment I felt when I noticed I was in the last 5%. The ending was satisfying, giving enough information without over-explaining, but I'd have still happily carried on reading and wasn't ready to leave the world Malfi had built. I get the feeling that my next read of his won't be far in the future.
9/10
rachelrayreads's review against another edition
4.0
A book has never made me feel so unsettled and given me the same feeling of suspense as a scary movie, until this one. Admittedly, I don’t read a ton of horror though, so do with that info what you will. This is the third Malfi book I have read and I am a certified FAN at this point. 4.5/5 stars for me!
maryshelleysbestie's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
4.0
“Hell is empty and all the devils are here.” —William Shakespeare
This is the quote I was greeted upon opening this book. I didn’t really get it until the end of the book. I had this on my list for a while now and I had been wanting to check out the author as well. This was a great introduction into his work and I enjoyed it.
Paul Gallo is a man in his mid thirties that ends up across the country and up north trying to find signs of his missing brother in a small desolate village.
Upon his arrival at his brother’s last whereabouts, he finds nothing but closed doors, hushed lips, and massive crosses. Along with the way Paul tries to piece together what happened to his brother and how he can possibly find him.
This book grasped me from the very beginning but I found that many pieces of the beginning of the book could have gone on for less time than they did. If not for the fluff I would have given this book 5 stars instead of 4. Nonetheless, it was a great book and a chilling read!
Throw any main character in a cold decrepit area and I’m all in!
4⭐️
This is the quote I was greeted upon opening this book. I didn’t really get it until the end of the book. I had this on my list for a while now and I had been wanting to check out the author as well. This was a great introduction into his work and I enjoyed it.
Paul Gallo is a man in his mid thirties that ends up across the country and up north trying to find signs of his missing brother in a small desolate village.
Upon his arrival at his brother’s last whereabouts, he finds nothing but closed doors, hushed lips, and massive crosses. Along with the way Paul tries to piece together what happened to his brother and how he can possibly find him.
This book grasped me from the very beginning but I found that many pieces of the beginning of the book could have gone on for less time than they did. If not for the fluff I would have given this book 5 stars instead of 4. Nonetheless, it was a great book and a chilling read!
Throw any main character in a cold decrepit area and I’m all in!
4⭐️
ladyofthegreatlakes's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
ilaxaria's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Suicide, Death, Blood, Animal death, Gore, and Murder
Moderate: Violence, Fire/Fire injury, Gun violence, Sexual assault, Suicide attempt, and Rape
Minor: Dementia, Domestic abuse, Alcohol, Cancer, Medical content, Death of parent, and Vomit