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raybelle9's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
omagoodness's review against another edition
4.0
I could not stop reading it!!! Some of the wording through me off a bit but overall it was a great thriller.
baw214's review against another edition
4.0
This book was a combination thriller horror for me. Kept me wanting to read and listen more. The last half had me feeling like I was there. Kept me guessing who it was doing all the killing. The cold, isolation, straned together plot was perfect. Would recommend.
winterg's review against another edition
4.0
Pretty good right up until the end.
Why? Because if you didn't catch the off details in the starting chapters they are never mentioned until the fucking end which was really weird like there was only two suspects though out the book and one was so fucking heavily suspected that I really thought he was the killer but no bullshit twist at the end had to ruin it, the ending also felt rushed like ye the author really went fucking fast in the ending to tie up every loose end.
But besides that I also felt like the setting was barely used well like the MC got frostbite and that's it and also got the fucking stamina of a soldier the way she ran for a while (btw she hasn't slept at all).
Still the book was a good read and also a good mystery right up till the end.
Why? Because if you didn't catch the off details in the starting chapters they are never mentioned until the fucking end which was really weird like there was only two suspects though out the book and one was so fucking heavily suspected that I really thought he was the killer but no bullshit twist at the end had to ruin it, the ending also felt rushed like ye the author really went fucking fast in the ending to tie up every loose end.
But besides that I also felt like the setting was barely used well like the MC got frostbite and that's it and also got the fucking stamina of a soldier the way she ran for a while (btw she hasn't slept at all).
Still the book was a good read and also a good mystery right up till the end.
northerngypsyblog's review against another edition
5.0
Darcy Coates delivers a gripping and tense narrative in "Dead of Winter," a chilling tale set in the unforgiving, snow-covered Rocky Mountains. The story revolves around a group of travelers stranded in a desolate cabin, facing the bitter cold and an unseen danger lurking among them.
As the travelers seek shelter from the relentless storm, tensions rise when the tour guide is gruesomely found impaled on a tree outside the cabin. The atmosphere becomes increasingly eerie as suspicions grow, and the chilling realization sets in that one of them is a killer. Coates skillfully weaves a web of mystery, keeping readers on the edge of their seats with each page turn.
The cold and desolate landscape becomes a character in itself, unrelenting and unforgiving, adding to the story's suspense. The characters, trapped in this frozen tomb, must navigate the external threats and the internal distrust that simmers among them.
The narrative is thrilling, with bodies piling up as the snow continues to fall. Coates masterfully keeps the reader guessing about the killer's identity, creating an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty. The finger-pointing among the characters adds to the intensity, making it a classic "whodunit" scenario in a bone-chilling setting.
"Dead of Winter" has all the elements of a gripping psychological thriller, and Darcy Coates executes it with finesse. The book's twists and shocks are well-crafted, leaving readers in suspense until the end. With its cinematic potential, this story has the makings of a suspenseful and thrilling movie that would captivate audiences with its twists and turns.
"Dead of Winter" is a must-read for suspenseful and atmospheric thrillers fans. Darcy Coates has crafted a compelling narrative that will keep you guessing and on the edge of your seat until the final revelation. This bone-chilling tale is a testament to Coates' skill in creating tension and delivering a memorable reading experience.
As the travelers seek shelter from the relentless storm, tensions rise when the tour guide is gruesomely found impaled on a tree outside the cabin. The atmosphere becomes increasingly eerie as suspicions grow, and the chilling realization sets in that one of them is a killer. Coates skillfully weaves a web of mystery, keeping readers on the edge of their seats with each page turn.
The cold and desolate landscape becomes a character in itself, unrelenting and unforgiving, adding to the story's suspense. The characters, trapped in this frozen tomb, must navigate the external threats and the internal distrust that simmers among them.
The narrative is thrilling, with bodies piling up as the snow continues to fall. Coates masterfully keeps the reader guessing about the killer's identity, creating an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty. The finger-pointing among the characters adds to the intensity, making it a classic "whodunit" scenario in a bone-chilling setting.
"Dead of Winter" has all the elements of a gripping psychological thriller, and Darcy Coates executes it with finesse. The book's twists and shocks are well-crafted, leaving readers in suspense until the end. With its cinematic potential, this story has the makings of a suspenseful and thrilling movie that would captivate audiences with its twists and turns.
"Dead of Winter" is a must-read for suspenseful and atmospheric thrillers fans. Darcy Coates has crafted a compelling narrative that will keep you guessing and on the edge of your seat until the final revelation. This bone-chilling tale is a testament to Coates' skill in creating tension and delivering a memorable reading experience.
tamaramarie's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
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
4.25
bookishbunner's review against another edition
5.0
Wowee, that was a wild ride. Picture Among Us, but instead of an imposter among them there's a human butcher hiding in a group of nine vacationers trapped in a cabin during a vicious snowstorm.
Tense, gruesome, and fantastic. The characters are all deeply flawed and the who-dun-it vibes were so well maintained that I was left consistently startled by my reoccurring incorrect assumptions.
Huge thank you to Sourcebooks for supplying an ARC of this title!
Tense, gruesome, and fantastic. The characters are all deeply flawed and the who-dun-it vibes were so well maintained that I was left consistently startled by my reoccurring incorrect assumptions.
Huge thank you to Sourcebooks for supplying an ARC of this title!
bcbogan04's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
owlmacabre's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0