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tsquare345's review
4.0
I know, I know. I said I would avoid audiobooks narrated by actors. But Joshua Jackson actually acts. I've been a fan of his since he portrayed Pacey on Dawson's Creek. Of course, he was outstanding In Fringe and my fave Joshua Jackson movie is One Week.
This is worth a listen and it's part of the Audible Plus catalog.
This is worth a listen and it's part of the Audible Plus catalog.
migimon2002's review
5.0
I had NO idea what to expect when I started this book, but was intrigued by the premise and really wanted to hear Joshua Jackson read me a novel. I LOVED LOVED LOVED listening to the performance of this book, and am so happy I saw it on Audible! It kept me on the edge of my seat, was spooky and mysterious, and had a great lead character. Joshua Jackson also knocked it out of the park with his narration.
WARNING: this psychological thriller definitely blurs the line between thriller and horror, so is not for the feint of heart.
WARNING: this psychological thriller definitely blurs the line between thriller and horror, so is not for the feint of heart.
rebcamuse's review
4.0
I'm relatively new to the audiobook world, so I don't totally trust my objectivity, but this really grew on me. It was free to me on Audible so I figured, what the heck. I was a big fan of Joshua Jackson from Fringe and it seemed like he might work here as the protagonist. Nate Russo. Even the name seems like a Jackson-type character.
He doesn't disappoint and his vocal characterizations are quite good for the most part, even extending into the evil supernatural. I liked that the story opens by situating us in the past, and Pyper does a good job of connecting all the dots with a slow burn. That said, I found the ending disappointing on a few fronts, especially in terms of the "whodunnit"--that character was too convenient to the story. But there are subplots a-plenty -- Russo's unrequited love interest (more interesting because it is a reflection on both his damage AND his ethics that it hums along quietly in the background rather than being a major plot device), Russo's relationship with his family and his older brother, etc. His interaction with the two FBI agents was truly enjoyable, and Russo makes a great character who struggles with his "gift" (and rightfully so) but is fundamentally a decent human being who is trying to help children.
I enjoyed it much more than I expected and was excited to see that there was a sequel. I listened to the preview on Audible and was surprised to hear a full cast and music. It is actually a serial podcast, so essentially a radio play. That's a very different medium, it turns out--even the use of foley and music changes the experience (not unlike a book with illustrations). I'm not sure I'll listen, but the story looks like it will holdup for the sequel, so I'm tempted...
It truly is a good blend of the sort-of detective "noir" classic tale meets supernatural, and Jackson sells the character really well.
He doesn't disappoint and his vocal characterizations are quite good for the most part, even extending into the evil supernatural. I liked that the story opens by situating us in the past, and Pyper does a good job of connecting all the dots with a slow burn. That said, I found the ending disappointing on a few fronts, especially in terms of the "whodunnit"--that character was too convenient to the story. But there are subplots a-plenty -- Russo's unrequited love interest (more interesting because it is a reflection on both his damage AND his ethics that it hums along quietly in the background rather than being a major plot device), Russo's relationship with his family and his older brother, etc. His interaction with the two FBI agents was truly enjoyable, and Russo makes a great character who struggles with his "gift" (and rightfully so) but is fundamentally a decent human being who is trying to help children.
I enjoyed it much more than I expected and was excited to see that there was a sequel. I listened to the preview on Audible and was surprised to hear a full cast and music. It is actually a serial podcast, so essentially a radio play. That's a very different medium, it turns out--even the use of foley and music changes the experience (not unlike a book with illustrations). I'm not sure I'll listen, but the story looks like it will holdup for the sequel, so I'm tempted...
It truly is a good blend of the sort-of detective "noir" classic tale meets supernatural, and Jackson sells the character really well.
aliewilde's review
5.0
While not entirely unpredictable, this book still had me hooked. The characters were so well written, that I was invested from the start.
Not to me too. Joshua Jackson was the perfect person to narrate this book, his voice along with the dynamic character development has be giving all 5 of my stars to this title.
Not to me too. Joshua Jackson was the perfect person to narrate this book, his voice along with the dynamic character development has be giving all 5 of my stars to this title.
cjay1957's review
3.0
Really hated the ending but it kept me engaged long enough to get there. Which isn't nothing.
crustbuckette's review
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-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
4.0
I'm not usually one for mystery / thrillers. I decided to give it a go as I'm a huge fan of Joshua Jackson (he narrates the audiobook.)I listened to the entire book in less than 3 days! The book is wonderfully spooky and, the performance is enthralling. I will definitely be checking out the next in the series.
crashderby's review
4.0
Being honest, I picked this 100% based on Joshua Jackson being the narrator. #TeamPacey for life. The description seemed like it could be interesting and it had a decent overall rating. And, it was free. And as I go through books so fast, free is great.
Aside from all that, this book actually was pretty good! I was caught-up in the story line. It was different, but felt believable. It had a sense of foreboding mixed into its mystery-crime.. and again, perfectly narrated. Characters were great. Good twists, not exactly predictable. Actually, I thought it was being predictable but I was still interested, and then I found out I was wrong. But still, pretty cool; give it a shot if you have Audible.
Aside from all that, this book actually was pretty good! I was caught-up in the story line. It was different, but felt believable. It had a sense of foreboding mixed into its mystery-crime.. and again, perfectly narrated. Characters were great. Good twists, not exactly predictable. Actually, I thought it was being predictable but I was still interested, and then I found out I was wrong. But still, pretty cool; give it a shot if you have Audible.
bahlamber's review against another edition
5.0
Creepy, heart-pounding story that kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time waiting for what would happen next. The story of a young boy who sees a being, who he dubs the Boneman, and bestows upon him a painful gift of sight.
Nate grows into a loner, troubled man, recruited to work with the FBI looking for missing people. His sight ability allows him to see the last images of a missing person by touching those closest to them. As he and his partners race against time, they begin to uncover a pattern of abduction/burial murders. Seemingly unrelated at first they begin to uncover a plot that takes Nate back to his hometown, back to the house where it all began, and racing to discover who the Boneman really is and what he truly wants Nate to see.
I’m a huge fan of Joshua Jackson and his former thriller Fringe, and can’t imagine a better person to have told this story.
Nate grows into a loner, troubled man, recruited to work with the FBI looking for missing people. His sight ability allows him to see the last images of a missing person by touching those closest to them. As he and his partners race against time, they begin to uncover a pattern of abduction/burial murders. Seemingly unrelated at first they begin to uncover a plot that takes Nate back to his hometown, back to the house where it all began, and racing to discover who the Boneman really is and what he truly wants Nate to see.
I’m a huge fan of Joshua Jackson and his former thriller Fringe, and can’t imagine a better person to have told this story.
mugglemom's review against another edition
3.0
OK...I don't think even having a celebrity reader helped this novel/story much
sofiedesmyter83's review against another edition
4.0
Really enjoyed this one even though it had more of the horrific and just, well, plain gross than I'm used to. Joshua Jackson nails the audio (bound to hear the Boneman for a looooong time) and Pyper's writing is just spot on: suspenseful up until the end and relatable characters (or believable, in the Boneman's case).