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bhunsberger's review against another edition
4.0
I received an advanced copy of this book.
This book tackles the social topic of teenage drinking and rape. Students are back to their boarding school for the year, and for the first time, the school has opened its enrollment to girls. The students quickly adjust and all is going well until Halloween when a bottle of tequila is shared among friends, a girl ends up raped, and the boys scatter with fear of being caught.. This story captures the emotions of all involved in the event, the charges and legal proceedings, the struggle of doing what is morally right, and the impact choices can have on the rest of someones life. Good read, very relevant to our world today.
This book tackles the social topic of teenage drinking and rape. Students are back to their boarding school for the year, and for the first time, the school has opened its enrollment to girls. The students quickly adjust and all is going well until Halloween when a bottle of tequila is shared among friends, a girl ends up raped, and the boys scatter with fear of being caught.. This story captures the emotions of all involved in the event, the charges and legal proceedings, the struggle of doing what is morally right, and the impact choices can have on the rest of someones life. Good read, very relevant to our world today.
meldav4's review against another edition
5.0
Danielle Steel once again has managed to write yet another novel that is well deserving of five stars! As is common for this author, the novel not only captures the characters so perfectly, but also places them in realistic, emotional, and sensitive situations that entices the reader to continue page after page eagerly and expectantly. Her writing is easy and smooth, and her style is welcoming and comforting.
I was a big fan of hers years ago but lost interest when her novels weren't as gripping to me anymore, and I found myself feeling as if they were all too predictable and depressing. After joining Netgalley and reading a summary of one her newer novels, I found myself very intrigued and requested a galley. I was granted access and after some preliminary doubt, I became quickly enticed and couldn't put the book down. I have since requested and read many of her galleys and am now a big fan of hers again! Her styke has changed to be more similar to Jodi Picoult (another favorite author of mine) and I am thrilled!
Moral Compass is one of those novels that reminds me of a Jodi Picoult novel - the relatable characters, the sensitive topics, and the strong pyschological and emotional undercurrents all blend together to create what I bet will be a top selling novel!
I was a big fan of hers years ago but lost interest when her novels weren't as gripping to me anymore, and I found myself feeling as if they were all too predictable and depressing. After joining Netgalley and reading a summary of one her newer novels, I found myself very intrigued and requested a galley. I was granted access and after some preliminary doubt, I became quickly enticed and couldn't put the book down. I have since requested and read many of her galleys and am now a big fan of hers again! Her styke has changed to be more similar to Jodi Picoult (another favorite author of mine) and I am thrilled!
Moral Compass is one of those novels that reminds me of a Jodi Picoult novel - the relatable characters, the sensitive topics, and the strong pyschological and emotional undercurrents all blend together to create what I bet will be a top selling novel!
czarnecki362's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Weak story telling and sensory imagery
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape and Child abuse
edna_lee's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book the only issue I had was with Danielle Steele trying to incorporate a little romance near the end. The romance portion was a little bit of stretch and really was not needed. It did not take away from the main story of the book.
nms5989's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
tense
fast-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
megan_wynne's review against another edition
4.0
I give this book 4.5 stars. It started out pretty slow while the author introduced characters and set the scene. I was sure I would put it down if it didn’t pick up soon. Thankfully, once all that was established (and I see now why she had to identify all the characters up front), and I got into the main plot, I couldn’t put it down and finished it the same day!
tanvi6's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
chloewhitehead's review against another edition
1.0
279/317. That’s how far I got. I fucking hated this book. I usually wouldn’t say I finished a book I haven’t but this isn’t even worth the last couple of pages.
It deals with teenage rape yet you see the side of the rapist and his friends. The girl is seen as a slut from multiple people. And it presents the ‘moral issue’ with deciding wether to protect your friend or fight for a girl who was hurt. It’s absolute bullshit. It shouldn’t be a fucking moral issue… I understand that’s why the author wrote the book, to convince others it’s ok to turn your friends in. But the way she wrote it genuinely kind of disgusts me.
The book was boring and moved at a pace that made me lose interest way too easily. It literally haunted me like a ghost. I wouldn’t recommend this book to anyone. It’s awful and made me want to scoop out my own eyeballs. Don’t buy it.
It deals with teenage rape yet you see the side of the rapist and his friends. The girl is seen as a slut from multiple people. And it presents the ‘moral issue’ with deciding wether to protect your friend or fight for a girl who was hurt. It’s absolute bullshit. It shouldn’t be a fucking moral issue… I understand that’s why the author wrote the book, to convince others it’s ok to turn your friends in. But the way she wrote it genuinely kind of disgusts me.
The book was boring and moved at a pace that made me lose interest way too easily. It literally haunted me like a ghost. I wouldn’t recommend this book to anyone. It’s awful and made me want to scoop out my own eyeballs. Don’t buy it.
caslater83's review against another edition
5.0
Fantastic read! This would be a great book club choice! There is so much to talk about here. For starters, a boarding school in 2020 sounds almost unheard of, but then I'm not a member of the elite circles, so I wouldn't even think about it. I'm used to hearing about prep schools or private academies. Day schools. Reform schools. Special schools for the disabled. But a boarding school? It sounds very European. But it was different and I loved it.
It's also interesting to note that the boys were just as deeply affected by this heinous crime as the girl. Guilt is a very powerful emotion and it can either make you or break you. The title "Moral Compass" is perfect because it really asks us how far we're willing to go with the choices we've made and the consequences (direct and indirect) that occur. Danielle Steel did a masterful job in showing us that our moral compass also separates the boys from men.
I can hardly wait for her next book.
It's also interesting to note that the boys were just as deeply affected by this heinous crime as the girl. Guilt is a very powerful emotion and it can either make you or break you. The title "Moral Compass" is perfect because it really asks us how far we're willing to go with the choices we've made and the consequences (direct and indirect) that occur. Danielle Steel did a masterful job in showing us that our moral compass also separates the boys from men.
I can hardly wait for her next book.