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pattyfgd's review against another edition
4.0
Complete and total suspense from start to finish, this book will have you hooked. Debra Webb has begun the first of her Faces of Evil series with a nail biting story of kidnapping, murder, psychotic parents, coming to terms with your past and a future sure to keep you up at night. Jess is an ambitious, focused profiler, and there is nothing more exciting than getting in the head of crazy person and trying to figure out who it is and the motive behind the crime. Dan is Jess's past, and the chief of police where the crimes are being investigated. Lori and Chet, besides being incredibly lovable together are integral to the investigation as well.
The investigation of 5 missing young adult women is what brings Jess to the case, but there is a back story for Jess that continually haunts her through this book, becomes front and center and has book 2, Impulse waiting to be read.
Carol Schneider is the narrator for this suspense thriller. I enjoyed her narration, though at times her pace is a little slow. Her voices are great and easy to differentiate between characters. I look forward to the next in the series.
The investigation of 5 missing young adult women is what brings Jess to the case, but there is a back story for Jess that continually haunts her through this book, becomes front and center and has book 2, Impulse waiting to be read.
Carol Schneider is the narrator for this suspense thriller. I enjoyed her narration, though at times her pace is a little slow. Her voices are great and easy to differentiate between characters. I look forward to the next in the series.
kenzee06's review against another edition
3.0
*I won this book in a GoodReads First Reads giveaway*
Obsession was a good book. Not great, but definitely a nice intro into the series. I enjoyed how it stuck mainly to the crime portion of the novel, but made it clear (hopefully) that we'll see a little romance for some of the characters going forward. I liked Dan - and I desperately want to meet his mother in future books. She sounds like one of those people you love to hate.
What I had trouble with was Jess. I'm not going to say I hated her...but I couldn't quite like her either. I appreciated her desperation and insecurity - and I thought that was well done considering her recent past problems. I even liked how she disobeyed orders towards the end. But then she'd sneak in something really irritating like how all her coworkers were out to get her/she can't trust anyone blah, blah, blah. And hey, maybe they were...but since we didn't see any of that it, it felt out of place. You know that person who thinks everyone is talking about them (as if people don't have their own lives and problems)? That's Jess.
Still the book was pretty good. I really liked Lori. And I'm interested to see how it plays out with the Player. 3.5 stars.
Obsession was a good book. Not great, but definitely a nice intro into the series. I enjoyed how it stuck mainly to the crime portion of the novel, but made it clear (hopefully) that we'll see a little romance for some of the characters going forward. I liked Dan - and I desperately want to meet his mother in future books. She sounds like one of those people you love to hate.
What I had trouble with was Jess. I'm not going to say I hated her...but I couldn't quite like her either. I appreciated her desperation and insecurity - and I thought that was well done considering her recent past problems. I even liked how she disobeyed orders towards the end. But then she'd sneak in something really irritating like how all her coworkers were out to get her/she can't trust anyone blah, blah, blah. And hey, maybe they were...but since we didn't see any of that it, it felt out of place. You know that person who thinks everyone is talking about them (as if people don't have their own lives and problems)? That's Jess.
Still the book was pretty good. I really liked Lori. And I'm interested to see how it plays out with the Player. 3.5 stars.
beastreader's review against another edition
4.0
I have had this book and the next couple books in this series on my long to be read pile for a while. I have been wanting to read it and see what the series was all about. I finally picked up the first book. Yep, this book is right up my really alley. A good story line and characters.
Although, I did find Special Agent Jess to be a little weak. I thought she would have been stronger with her skills in solving cases. Yet, I found myself more drawn to the case itself then her solving it. I am giving her a tiny break as this is the first book in the series and I did find her for the most part good. A fast pace read that did keep my attention. I am now interested to see how book two goes and if Jess has grown from this book.
Although, I did find Special Agent Jess to be a little weak. I thought she would have been stronger with her skills in solving cases. Yet, I found myself more drawn to the case itself then her solving it. I am giving her a tiny break as this is the first book in the series and I did find her for the most part good. A fast pace read that did keep my attention. I am now interested to see how book two goes and if Jess has grown from this book.
wearethedepinets's review against another edition
3.0
It was an easy read. I guessed early on who the "bad guy" was so that was a little disappointing.
rinseandread's review
4.0
Loved the story line thought out all of the series. The characters are well developed and real. The books follow Jess in her professional and personal life, just like in reality, they are very intertwined.
I binge read them one after the other starting with Silence and continuing through to the Wedding.
My personal dislikes about this series:
- too much romance (just not my cup of tea, I'm into the murder, mystery and suspense)
- too much repetition towards the end of the series. (I get the need to help people who may have picked up the series mid way through, but since I read them in succession I grew tired of reading the characters back story again and again)
I binge read them one after the other starting with Silence and continuing through to the Wedding.
My personal dislikes about this series:
- too much romance (just not my cup of tea, I'm into the murder, mystery and suspense)
- too much repetition towards the end of the series. (I get the need to help people who may have picked up the series mid way through, but since I read them in succession I grew tired of reading the characters back story again and again)
laurenjodi's review
4.0
Obsession
4 Stars
FBI Profiler Jess Harris is at a crossroads in her life. On the verge of losing her job and her marriage, Jess returns home to Birmingham, Alabama when an old beau, Dan Burnett, request her assistance on a case involving the disappearance of several young women. As Jess immerses herself in the case, a menacing specter from her past raises its ugly head and places those she cares about in serious danger...
A well-crafted if predictable plot with several similarities to Alex Kava’s A Perfect Evil including a female FBI profiler who has a past with a serial killer and a relationship with the chief of police. That said, the investigative aspects of the case have an authentic feel, the motivation behind the crime is original albeit rather disturbing, and the climax and resolution are exciting.
The characters are also very well developed. Jess is a strong and intelligent heroine, but it is difficult to truly empathize with her given that she often comes across as arrogant and dismissive. She is also in dire need of some sensitivity training. Dan gives the impression of being something of a ladies man although it is rather obvious that the women in his life are surrogates for the one who got away. While there is real potential in their slowly simmering second chances romance, it is the relationship between Lori and Chet that really grabs the reader.
While the primary storyline is resolved by the end, the book does end on a cliffhanger of sorts (I will be seriously annoyed if) and I am eager to continue with the series.
4 Stars
FBI Profiler Jess Harris is at a crossroads in her life. On the verge of losing her job and her marriage, Jess returns home to Birmingham, Alabama when an old beau, Dan Burnett, request her assistance on a case involving the disappearance of several young women. As Jess immerses herself in the case, a menacing specter from her past raises its ugly head and places those she cares about in serious danger...
A well-crafted if predictable plot with several similarities to Alex Kava’s A Perfect Evil including a female FBI profiler who has a past with a serial killer and a relationship with the chief of police. That said, the investigative aspects of the case have an authentic feel, the motivation behind the crime is original albeit rather disturbing, and the climax and resolution are exciting.
The characters are also very well developed. Jess is a strong and intelligent heroine, but it is difficult to truly empathize with her given that she often comes across as arrogant and dismissive. She is also in dire need of some sensitivity training. Dan gives the impression of being something of a ladies man although it is rather obvious that the women in his life are surrogates for the one who got away. While there is real potential in their slowly simmering second chances romance, it is the relationship between Lori and Chet that really grabs the reader.
While the primary storyline is resolved by the end, the book does end on a cliffhanger of sorts (I will be seriously annoyed if
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Lori diesjoliendelandsheer's review against another edition
4.0
Obsession is an amazing read: it'll take you on a suspenseful and chilling ride!
I've always liked the crime genre, whether it's in books, movies or TV shows. It's also no secret that I love Criminal Minds. Nothing can ever compare to the awesomeness that is Criminal Minds and the BAU. But Obsession is the first book about crime/serial killers that I enjoyed almost as much.
The characters are all interesting, and the plot: Jesus, I did not see that coming!
One of the great things about this book is that both the good and evil sides are well developed. Often, they would have a strong detective and a criminal who just wasn't developed wel enough, or vice versa. But in this book, both the police force and the criminals were well developed. (Spears just gave me the chills. BRR.)
Definitely recommend this book.
I've always liked the crime genre, whether it's in books, movies or TV shows. It's also no secret that I love Criminal Minds. Nothing can ever compare to the awesomeness that is Criminal Minds and the BAU. But Obsession is the first book about crime/serial killers that I enjoyed almost as much.
The characters are all interesting, and the plot: Jesus, I did not see that coming!
One of the great things about this book is that both the good and evil sides are well developed. Often, they would have a strong detective and a criminal who just wasn't developed wel enough, or vice versa. But in this book, both the police force and the criminals were well developed. (Spears just gave me the chills. BRR.)
Definitely recommend this book.
michellesantiago's review against another edition
4.0
Really good! There wasn't a lot of romance but I am sure Jess Harris and Dan Burnett's relationship will be explored more as the series goes on. It focused more on the mystery and solving the crime but I am okay with that because it was interesting enough. I am eager to read book 2.
Full review to come.
Full review to come.
emp1234's review against another edition
3.0
This was the first book I've read by Webb. Found it to be fast paced and interesting enough so I'll read the second in the series. It's sort of like a TV episode of SVU (or similar) in that everything falls into place quickly and too neatly. If this sort of writing bugs you, you might want to head in a different direction.
tbsims's review against another edition
2.0
should have loved it, strong female protagonist, the south, mystery and a bit of romance...but it just didn't catch me.
really one bad profile ruins a lifetime of good work? going back home a failure. to a guy that really chose his family over you in the first place and likely will again?
really one bad profile ruins a lifetime of good work? going back home a failure. to a guy that really chose his family over you in the first place and likely will again?