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slahlum's review against another edition
dark
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
karebearz's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
bornfromtheashes's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
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
3.75
meggie82461's review against another edition
4.0
This was a solid YA mystery novel, just like the others by this author. I actually did not see the big twist coming, but it was a little on the outlandish side, so I don’t know how I would’ve seen it coming. Regardless, the story was very very readable and I would recommend it to anyone who likes mysteries.
Really, the setting is what makes it above average: a fictional island off the East Coast called Gull Cove island, which is only 12 miles long. The small-town feel combined with the glitz and glamour of the monied crowd make it seem like its own little word, which helps a lot, because it allows the reader to easily suspend disbelief.
Really, the setting is what makes it above average: a fictional island off the East Coast called Gull Cove island, which is only 12 miles long. The small-town feel combined with the glitz and glamour of the monied crowd make it seem like its own little word, which helps a lot, because it allows the reader to easily suspend disbelief.
thepetitepunk's review against another edition
1.0
I technically read the whole thing but it put me to sleep so many times that I can’t tell you what it’s about.
nikkigribuste's review against another edition
5.0
loved it. 11/10. karen mcmanus never fails to amaze me with her superb writing skills. suspense, character development and that ENDING. always looking forward to more.
tessa1216's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
laurenc26's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0