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3.65 AVERAGE
3.65 AVERAGE
I think I am not a fan of the ‘surprising twist’ novel. I was stunned about some of the twists in the book, but not in a good way. If you want to read a book where this subject is done well, Joyce Carol Oates has at least half a dozen that steep you in psychological turmoil from the victim’s point of view. It’s a page-turner but not because it’s well-written.
I did LOVE the author’s note to her teenage daughter who helped create a very cringy poem from a lovesick teen. Epic!
I did LOVE the author’s note to her teenage daughter who helped create a very cringy poem from a lovesick teen. Epic!
⭐️introdução- 1 estrela
⭐️desenvolvimento-1 estrela
⭐️-conclusão- 1 estrela
⭐️⭐️-plot-1 completamente prevísivel
Total: 4
Diverti-me imenso a ler o livro, teve uma excelente introdução, desenvolvimento e conclusão, no entanto o plot foi algo fácil de adivinhar, mas não tira mérito ao livro que foi incrível!
⭐️desenvolvimento-1 estrela
⭐️-conclusão- 1 estrela
⭐️⭐️-plot-1 completamente prevísivel
Total: 4
Diverti-me imenso a ler o livro, teve uma excelente introdução, desenvolvimento e conclusão, no entanto o plot foi algo fácil de adivinhar, mas não tira mérito ao livro que foi incrível!
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
⭐️⭐️ (2/5)
After taking some time to reflect, I have to say The Teacher just didn’t do it for me. Compared to Freida McFadden’s other books — which usually have me completely floored by the twists and hooked from start to finish — this one felt underwhelming and confusing.
The plot had potential, but it was filled with inconsistencies and unanswered questions. The twist in the epilogue (hinting that Hudson is “Jay”) didn’t make sense based on earlier details, and there were too many plot holes to ignore. The first half dragged so much that I put it down for months, and when things finally picked up, the ending felt rushed and unsatisfying.
What really pushed it over the edge for me was the disturbing revelation about Mr. Bennett. It was unsettling in a way that didn’t add to the suspense — just left me feeling uncomfortable and disappointed, especially because it wasn’t handled with much depth or care.
I’ve loved so many of McFadden’s other thrillers for their shocking twists and tight storytelling, but this one fell flat. No real “wow” moment, just a story that didn’t quite come together.
Overall, while the plot had moments of intrigue and tension, the slow start, confusing ending, and dark subject matter left me feeling unsatisfied. This wasn’t my favourite McFadden read, though I appreciate the risks she took with the storyline.
After taking some time to reflect, I have to say The Teacher just didn’t do it for me. Compared to Freida McFadden’s other books — which usually have me completely floored by the twists and hooked from start to finish — this one felt underwhelming and confusing.
The plot had potential, but it was filled with inconsistencies and unanswered questions. The twist in the epilogue (hinting that Hudson is “Jay”) didn’t make sense based on earlier details, and there were too many plot holes to ignore. The first half dragged so much that I put it down for months, and when things finally picked up, the ending felt rushed and unsatisfying.
What really pushed it over the edge for me was the disturbing revelation about Mr. Bennett. It was unsettling in a way that didn’t add to the suspense — just left me feeling uncomfortable and disappointed, especially because it wasn’t handled with much depth or care.
I’ve loved so many of McFadden’s other thrillers for their shocking twists and tight storytelling, but this one fell flat. No real “wow” moment, just a story that didn’t quite come together.
Overall, while the plot had moments of intrigue and tension, the slow start, confusing ending, and dark subject matter left me feeling unsatisfied. This wasn’t my favourite McFadden read, though I appreciate the risks she took with the storyline.
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I loved jay during the whole story until the end. I was like WTF. I really hope/crave a second book pls.
I hated so much how innocent and naïve addive was that sometimes I swore at her. sorry addie.
I hated so much how innocent and naïve addive was that sometimes I swore at her. sorry addie.
adventurous
challenging
dark
medium-paced
No spoilers. Listened to via Libby.
I love listening to Frieda’s book, and honestly this one was no different as I enjoyed listening to it so much. Is the topic kind of touchy? Yes, but I think it is still a great book as this is fictional (I know there are real life situations that this actually happens). I think if you view it as a fictional thriller, it helps prevent the ick of the book, but maybe it is just because I disassociate myself so much to what I read. The twists and turns were great and I was intrigued though the whole time.
Would I recommend? Only if you can aspect this is a teacher student thriller book, otherwise it will just give you the ick the whole time.
I love listening to Frieda’s book, and honestly this one was no different as I enjoyed listening to it so much. Is the topic kind of touchy? Yes, but I think it is still a great book as this is fictional (I know there are real life situations that this actually happens). I think if you view it as a fictional thriller, it helps prevent the ick of the book, but maybe it is just because I disassociate myself so much to what I read. The twists and turns were great and I was intrigued though the whole time.
Would I recommend? Only if you can aspect this is a teacher student thriller book, otherwise it will just give you the ick the whole time.
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced