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3.75 AVERAGE
3.75 AVERAGE
dark
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I really wanted to love this, especially after completely devouring ‘The Guilty Couple’ but sadly this fell a little flat for me. I felt it was all a little predictable and it somehow seemed familiar.
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I liked that the author added some helpful links and phone numbers for stalking victims at the end of the book. It's important people know where they can go to
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Stalking, Murder
challenging
dark
emotional
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Disturbing. Gripping. Tense. An incredibly stressful read and I didn’t like any of the characters but I think that was the point…
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
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It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of C.L. Taylor’s psychological thrillers and I genuinely mean it when I say that each new release gets better and better! EVERY MOVE YOU MAKE is PHENOMENAL, with every element present to make this a truly gripping read. Taylor always blends character and plot to perfection and this book had me racing through the pages due to the rip-roaring pace of the plot, the incredible twists and shocking reveals, but also because of the connections I felt to the characters. Taylor manages to invite her readers so deeply into the world and minds of her characters that I completely lose myself in them. The cast of leading characters in this book are all fascinating. They are all distinctly human: flawed, likeable, dislikable, brave, irrational, and complex. I loved how each of them had elements to their character or past that made me suspicious of them at various points. I wanted to like them all, but found that they just seemed slightly shady - there’s definitely secrets to unearth! This made for a really tense and exciting read, as I tried to piece together exactly who I should trust and what hidden agendas may be at play. Alex, Lucy, River and Bridget are an exceptional cast and I loved how their stories interwove and how Taylor explores the dynamics between this group of stalker survivors. Taylor layers so many hints, clues and red herrings along the way, so I didn’t see the final twist coming, although enjoyed picking up on things that Taylor wanted me to, ahead of the characters. This increased the suspense whilst reading and had me on the edge of my seat right to the end! I can totally see this novel adapted for the screen as it would translate so well, with bursts of heart racing action, moments of razor sharp tension, and a cast of villains that will enrage an audience. Here’s hoping Netflix calls imminently!
The other aspect of this novel that is brilliantly executed is the psychological impact that the stalking has on each character. Taylor really brings out the raw emotion, exploring how each of the characters manages their fear, anxiety and day to day living with a stalker. Each character’s situation is different. Some know who their stalker is, others don’t. Some are being stalked by a former partner, others are not. Taylor looks at stalking from multiple angles, which not only helps flesh out the thrilling narrative, but also provides an opportunity to really thrust readers into the sheer horror of what it feels like. I was shocked to read the Author’s Note at the end of the novel, where Cally explains her own experiences and it’s clear that these have influenced her writing. This novel is imbued with a sense of reality. It’s deeply unsettling in places, whilst also being a hugely kick-ass retaliation to stalkers out there. I defy you not to be gripped by this plot and wholeheartedly behind characters in this book. Taylor strikes again with another absolute belter of a book!
It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of C.L. Taylor’s psychological thrillers and I genuinely mean it when I say that each new release gets better and better! EVERY MOVE YOU MAKE is PHENOMENAL, with every element present to make this a truly gripping read. Taylor always blends character and plot to perfection and this book had me racing through the pages due to the rip-roaring pace of the plot, the incredible twists and shocking reveals, but also because of the connections I felt to the characters. Taylor manages to invite her readers so deeply into the world and minds of her characters that I completely lose myself in them. The cast of leading characters in this book are all fascinating. They are all distinctly human: flawed, likeable, dislikable, brave, irrational, and complex. I loved how each of them had elements to their character or past that made me suspicious of them at various points. I wanted to like them all, but found that they just seemed slightly shady - there’s definitely secrets to unearth! This made for a really tense and exciting read, as I tried to piece together exactly who I should trust and what hidden agendas may be at play. Alex, Lucy, River and Bridget are an exceptional cast and I loved how their stories interwove and how Taylor explores the dynamics between this group of stalker survivors. Taylor layers so many hints, clues and red herrings along the way, so I didn’t see the final twist coming, although enjoyed picking up on things that Taylor wanted me to, ahead of the characters. This increased the suspense whilst reading and had me on the edge of my seat right to the end! I can totally see this novel adapted for the screen as it would translate so well, with bursts of heart racing action, moments of razor sharp tension, and a cast of villains that will enrage an audience. Here’s hoping Netflix calls imminently!
The other aspect of this novel that is brilliantly executed is the psychological impact that the stalking has on each character. Taylor really brings out the raw emotion, exploring how each of the characters manages their fear, anxiety and day to day living with a stalker. Each character’s situation is different. Some know who their stalker is, others don’t. Some are being stalked by a former partner, others are not. Taylor looks at stalking from multiple angles, which not only helps flesh out the thrilling narrative, but also provides an opportunity to really thrust readers into the sheer horror of what it feels like. I was shocked to read the Author’s Note at the end of the novel, where Cally explains her own experiences and it’s clear that these have influenced her writing. This novel is imbued with a sense of reality. It’s deeply unsettling in places, whilst also being a hugely kick-ass retaliation to stalkers out there. I defy you not to be gripped by this plot and wholeheartedly behind characters in this book. Taylor strikes again with another absolute belter of a book!