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librariangeorgia's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Murder, Violence, Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Grief, Sexual assault, Suicide, and Self harm
lilifane's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
It's about a brutal murder taking place in the past and a similar crime taking place in the present. I really like these kinds of stories.
This was fast-paced, the twists and turns surprised me, all loose ends were tied up, nothing really annoyed be. And I even liked the characters, although some of them were a little one dimensional. But I guess that's what I liked so much, no unnecessary personal drama.
It's not groundbreaking or anything, but it gave me exactly what I needed from the story.
Graphic: Pregnancy, Stalking, Adult/minor relationship, Toxic relationship, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Blood, Death, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Grief, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, and Violence
Minor: Bullying, Drug use, Self harm, and Suicide
briarsreviews's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The characters were relatable, even through their tough times. You feel for these characters, and you want an answer... Even if it's not the one we want. The ending will leave you wanting to punch through walls (but don't, because everything is expensive with the supply chain problems these days).
I will give it to Alex Finlay - this is a masterfully crafted book that has left me wanting to read more books by this marvellous author. I highly recommend this book if you are looking for a mystery that brings back the nostalgia of the 1990s/2000s, and really makes you think. Plus, short chapters are always great for binge readers like me that sometimes need a wee break (to sleep!).
Five out of five stars!
Graphic: Murder, Violence, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Pedophilia
Minor: Self harm, Pregnancy, Mental illness, Gun violence, Emotional abuse, Adult/minor relationship, and Death
wertzuio's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.25
Graphic: Violence and Murder
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Infidelity, Child abuse, Death of parent, Toxic relationship, Grief, and Pregnancy
Minor: Self harm
tbose22's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Graphic: Murder and Child abuse
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship and Blood
Minor: Physical abuse and Self harm
bekah1210's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Minor: Pregnancy, Physical abuse, Murder, Adult/minor relationship, Car accident, Death, Torture, Alcohol, Addiction, Blood, Child abuse, Stalking, Sexual assault, Self harm, Alcoholism, Bullying, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, and Suicide
dogearedbooks's review
- 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? It's complicated
4.0
I wish there was more 1999 in this book, I would love a 80s or 90s thriller/mystery. Love the idea of a mass killing at a blockbuster. By the end of the book I stopped wishing it was something else snd was glad it was what it was.
I will read Alex Finlay again.
Graphic: Murder, Pregnancy, Adult/minor relationship, and Child abuse
Moderate: Blood, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Alcohol, Mental illness, Toxic relationship, and Stalking
Minor: Drug use, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Grief, Bullying, Self harm, Stalking, Suicide, Alcohol, Car accident, Child abuse, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Physical abuse, and Sexual assault