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3.55 AVERAGE
3.55 AVERAGE
This started IMMEDIATELY and def had a bunch of twist for a short story that’s 1hr 17 min it did not end as expected but I wanted something more from it.. as for the characters… so many decisions that were ill advised
This was actually a good mix of dark humor and suspense. Being a quick read helped lend enough mystery while also leaving the reader with just enough answers to have it be a satisfying read. I would recommend this one as an introduction to Flynn's works as it wasn't as graphic and twisted as her other novels.
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
3.5 stars
I don’t normally rate this author well, but I enjoyed this quick little “scary” story. It was perfect for an indoors socially distant Halloween
I don’t normally rate this author well, but I enjoyed this quick little “scary” story. It was perfect for an indoors socially distant Halloween
So what really happened?
That's the question here and what makes this short story such a great read. I can't say any more. Read the story and you'll understand why.
That's the question here and what makes this short story such a great read. I can't say any more. Read the story and you'll understand why.
This story was included in the Rogues anthology. I was excited for a Gillian Flynn short story. I really enjoy her writing. I was not disappointed as Ms. Flynn always leaves me feeling a bit cold and clammy, like my soul needs cleansing.
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
With the understanding that this is a short story, I would have loved maybe an extra 10 or so pages just to flush things or a bit more.
That said, really started to have a sense on uneasiness towards the half way point. Maybe some bits are predictable, but still leaves you questioning the character(s) and the ending.
That said, really started to have a sense on uneasiness towards the half way point. Maybe some bits are predictable, but still leaves you questioning the character(s) and the ending.
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Book of the Month Club sent this little novella (more of a short story) as a bonus book for January '17. It was actually an enjoyable horror/mystery thriller with some twists that I did not see coming and a satisfying ending.