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kaylielongley's review against another edition
3.0
Summer’s the perfect time to try recommended authors. After finishing my first Grisham last week, I thought Mary Higgins Clark was the next logical step in my exploration of well-known favorites. My grandmother loves both authors, having read all of their books countless times. My first Higgins Clark did not disappoint. I’ll Be Seeing You makes for light reading, despite its suspense, and it’s beach-y fun.
I don’t want to give too much of the plot away, as its surprisingly full of twists and turns. Meghan, a former lawyer turned journalist, is still grieving the shocking death of her father, who died in a bridge accident. When Meghan’s given a new assignment of the murder of a young 20-something, she comes face-to-face with the victim who could be her clone (a la Orphan Black!). She’s never met her, and the police begin to start asking questions. They think her father could still be alive. Meghan’s life gets stranger when she receives a fax that tells her Annie was a mistake. Who is this Annie? And who really was Meghan’s father?
Clearly Mary Higgens Clark put a lot of research and thought into this book, as it covers amazing details about genetics and its roles in biology and psychology. She introduces many characters, and at times, the plot gets convoluted. Its ending, though satisfying in tying up most plot points, feels hurried. Overall, I’ll Be Seeing You is no great work of literature, but it makes for quick and addictive reading.
I don’t want to give too much of the plot away, as its surprisingly full of twists and turns. Meghan, a former lawyer turned journalist, is still grieving the shocking death of her father, who died in a bridge accident. When Meghan’s given a new assignment of the murder of a young 20-something, she comes face-to-face with the victim who could be her clone (a la Orphan Black!). She’s never met her, and the police begin to start asking questions. They think her father could still be alive. Meghan’s life gets stranger when she receives a fax that tells her Annie was a mistake. Who is this Annie? And who really was Meghan’s father?
Clearly Mary Higgens Clark put a lot of research and thought into this book, as it covers amazing details about genetics and its roles in biology and psychology. She introduces many characters, and at times, the plot gets convoluted. Its ending, though satisfying in tying up most plot points, feels hurried. Overall, I’ll Be Seeing You is no great work of literature, but it makes for quick and addictive reading.
texashuneyb's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
butterfly2507's review against another edition
1.0
Ich habe das Buch leider nach einigen Seiten schon abgebrochen. Der Schreibstil war relativ langweilig ... was der Story nicht wirklich half. Die Idee ist ganz gut aber leider schlecht umgesetzt. Auch dass es relativ schwierig herauszulesen um wen es denn jetzt eigentlich geht (viele Charaktere die nicht richtig beschrieben werden).
hellogaby's review against another edition
2.0
I mean I guess that's a reason to murder someone? Pass.
musefromnowhere's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
krystlekouture's review against another edition
4.0
How Did This Book Find Me?: I picked it up at my library's book sale after liking several of Clark's other books.
What I loved: The plot was perfectly paced, never a boring moment. The mystery also kept me guessing until the end. It was interesting to have the in vitro fertilization clinic involved as well as I never knew much of anything about that subject.
What I didn't like: Two of the characters, Meghan and Bernie seemed a little to similar to another Clark novel I've read.
Would I read more by this author? For sure!
What I loved: The plot was perfectly paced, never a boring moment. The mystery also kept me guessing until the end. It was interesting to have the in vitro fertilization clinic involved as well as I never knew much of anything about that subject.
What I didn't like: Two of the characters, Meghan and Bernie seemed a little to similar to another Clark novel I've read.
Would I read more by this author? For sure!
novelesque_life's review against another edition
3.0
3 STARS
"his time her star is Meghan Collins, a spunky TV reporter who is aghast when, on a hospital assignment, she finds a murdered girl who is her double. The topicality involves a clinic that offers "assisted reproduction," which enables women to conceive through in-vitro fertilization. A mysterious Romanian who tends the embryos is murdered, and it is discovered she was unqualified for the job. Why then did a prestigious placement firm, in which Meghan's beloved father Edwin was a partner, recommend her for it? And where is Edwin? Apparently a victim of a spectacular highway accident, there are odd indications he is still alive. And what role does obsessive parking attendant Bernie Heffernan, a creepy Peeping Tom, play in it all?" (From Amazon)
Another fair suspense novel by Mary Higgins Clark.
"his time her star is Meghan Collins, a spunky TV reporter who is aghast when, on a hospital assignment, she finds a murdered girl who is her double. The topicality involves a clinic that offers "assisted reproduction," which enables women to conceive through in-vitro fertilization. A mysterious Romanian who tends the embryos is murdered, and it is discovered she was unqualified for the job. Why then did a prestigious placement firm, in which Meghan's beloved father Edwin was a partner, recommend her for it? And where is Edwin? Apparently a victim of a spectacular highway accident, there are odd indications he is still alive. And what role does obsessive parking attendant Bernie Heffernan, a creepy Peeping Tom, play in it all?" (From Amazon)
Another fair suspense novel by Mary Higgins Clark.
jenniferkrol's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
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? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Stalking, Murder, and Death of parent
ctiner7's review against another edition
5.0
One of the best Mary Higgins Clark books I have ever read!
rachelb36's review against another edition
5.0
This book was excellent! It's fast-paced, with lots of dialogue. Very refreshing! The author seamlessly tied in many different characters, and I kept making up theories of "who dunnit", but a chapter or two later, would be second-guessing myself. My mom reads a lot from Mary Higgins Clark, which is why I'd been reluctant to read one - I've considered them an "old person" book while growing up! This is my first book by her, and I'm really glad I became bored enough to read it, ha! - I'm sure I will go on to read more by her!