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whatthedeuce's review
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
3.5
yourshadefalls's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
failmaven's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
mspilesofpaper's review against another edition
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
The Inland Empire serial killer Benjamin Fisher is finally willing to lead the police to the graves of his countless victims. There's only one catch: he wants his daughter, Reni, on the road trip as well. Reni who still suffers from her traumatic childhood and wants nothing to do with her father anymore. Reni who can't say "no" to Detective Daniel Ellis when he comes knocking on her door. Reni who still feels complicit in her father's crimes as she played the lost little girl to lure the unsuspecting women to their deaths. Reni who suffers from PTSD and starts to doubt her own memory. What if she was more involved than she thought? As Daniel and Reni discover the graves of the missing women, they also uncover the truth about the murders.
Find Me is a psychological mystery thriller although it lacks the typical suspense of psychological thrillers as all the victims are already dead for 30 years. There is a thrill aspect to it (especially later in the book when Reni and Daniel find out more about what happened in the past) but it is minor. The main themes are Reni's struggles with PTSD from her childhood and how her traumatic upbringing influenced her memories of what happened (to the point where she doubts herself) but also Daniel's personal connection to the case as he believes his mother is one of the victims.
The writing style isn't my cup of tea as it lacks engagement with the reader; my mind wandered constantly while reading, which only happens if the book isn't engaging enough for me. If I read a thriller, I want to be on the edge of my seat. There are various POVs (Daniel and Reni are the main ones but there are also chapters from four other characters) and time jumps between past and present. The jumps to the past aren't consistent as they go back to different years.
Find Me is a psychological mystery thriller although it lacks the typical suspense of psychological thrillers as all the victims are already dead for 30 years. There is a thrill aspect to it (especially later in the book when Reni and Daniel find out more about what happened in the past) but it is minor. The main themes are Reni's struggles with PTSD from her childhood and how her traumatic upbringing influenced her memories of what happened (to the point where she doubts herself) but also Daniel's personal connection to the case as he believes his mother is one of the victims.
The writing style isn't my cup of tea as it lacks engagement with the reader; my mind wandered constantly while reading, which only happens if the book isn't engaging enough for me. If I read a thriller, I want to be on the edge of my seat. There are various POVs (Daniel and Reni are the main ones but there are also chapters from four other characters) and time jumps between past and present. The jumps to the past aren't consistent as they go back to different years.
tsquare345's review against another edition
4.0
Ms Frasier is quickly becoming a favorite author for me. This was another wild ride that had me staying up way too late to finish the story!
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ameserole's review against another edition
3.0
Find Me is the first book within the Inland Empire series. I honestly didn't know much about this book, or author, until I came across this. I was in a mystery thriller kind of mood and wanted to try out a new author, book or series. So, when I came across this lovely book - well, I figured it couldn't hurt to try it out.
Luckily, for me, I didn't hate or dislike anything about this. It was an easy book to listen to while doing other things - like work or laundry. I also quite enjoyed the dynamic between Daniel, Ben and Reni. Of course, I had a feeling things would be a tad bit awkward since Ben is a serial killer and Daniel is an FBI agent. Yet, it didn't really confuse me as to why they could be working on a case together. I mean... it happens on tv shows and movies, so why not books or in real life?
Other than that, this did have some creepiness throughout the book that definitely kept me on the edge of my seat. After that ending, which I didn't expect coming, I will gladly jump into the sequel. That is, if it's on KU or audible because September is just going to get busier and busier work wise. Need something to help make the days go by quicker.
Luckily, for me, I didn't hate or dislike anything about this. It was an easy book to listen to while doing other things - like work or laundry. I also quite enjoyed the dynamic between Daniel, Ben and Reni. Of course, I had a feeling things would be a tad bit awkward since Ben is a serial killer and Daniel is an FBI agent. Yet, it didn't really confuse me as to why they could be working on a case together. I mean... it happens on tv shows and movies, so why not books or in real life?
Other than that, this did have some creepiness throughout the book that definitely kept me on the edge of my seat. After that ending, which I didn't expect coming, I will gladly jump into the sequel. That is, if it's on KU or audible because September is just going to get busier and busier work wise. Need something to help make the days go by quicker.
bookish_blonde's review against another edition
5.0
I went into this not knowing anything about it. It was a much needed read to get me out of a reading slump. Serial Killer, family, and dark twisted lies. The dynamic and working relationship between Reni and Daniel was enjoyable and added to the story and reading experience overall.