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charlieiniso's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Sexual harassment, Drug abuse, and Drug use
Minor: Racism
mo345's review
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
i had such a hard time finishing this book. it reads like the first book of an author who has no idea what their writing style is. there are only two POC and LGBT+ characters, both of which feel forced and unnatural; most likely thrown in for “diversity points”. the ending was kind of a let down and was not as dramatic as the story made it seem like it would be.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Alcoholism, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Fire/Fire injury, Gaslighting, Grief, Murder, Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , and Vomit
Moderate: Infidelity
ne0n_ange1's review
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I read this as an audiobook and let me tell you; it was an incredible experience! There were so many different voice actors that were brought in to narrate the Missing Zoe Podcast and the first time a podcast episode came on I was so shocked at how much effort was put in to make the episode feel like an actual podcast. Those episodes felt like they came right out of Serial or something! And the overall premise of the book was really well done. There was just enough mystery surrounding every new piece of information the reader gets to keep us guessing the whole way through. It's a great read!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Cursing, Death, Drug use, Grief, Racism, and Addiction
Minor: Cursing, Death of parent, Drug use, Murder, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual assault, and Vomit
stormywolf's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Another hold-over from 2020's 25 Reads of December from RivitedLit. I wasn't planning on picking this one, what with it not having any of my typical favorite aspects, like Fantasy or Sci-Fi setting, nor did it promise much in the way of sass or rom-com vibes. But then I read that it's inspired by Daphne du Maurier’s Rebecca, which I haven't read but know a bit about from one of my favorite YouTuber's Lost in Adaptation episode on it. So, armed with a cursory knowledge of the mystery I might be facing, I jumped in with both RivitedLit's web version and the audiobook on loan from my library. And boy, did things sure get twisty.
Read my full review at The Wolf's Den
Overall, this was a pleasant surprise in a genre I'm not usually keen to pick up. Though the pacing was a little slow at times, the mystery was enticing and the podcasts were a unique way to keep the information flowing such that it kept me reading almost nonstop. I'd highly recommend the audiobook for the podcasts sections, as they were hands down the best case of audiobook production I've experienced in a while, but the transcripts in the text work fine if audio isn't your thing. So if you're in the mood for some Unsolved Mysteries-esque intrigue wrapped up in a tidy YA package, definitely give this one a try.
Read my full review at The Wolf's Den
Overall, this was a pleasant surprise in a genre I'm not usually keen to pick up. Though the pacing was a little slow at times, the mystery was enticing and the podcasts were a unique way to keep the information flowing such that it kept me reading almost nonstop. I'd highly recommend the audiobook for the podcasts sections, as they were hands down the best case of audiobook production I've experienced in a while, but the transcripts in the text work fine if audio isn't your thing. So if you're in the mood for some Unsolved Mysteries-esque intrigue wrapped up in a tidy YA package, definitely give this one a try.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism and Grief
Moderate: Death, Drug use, and Racism
Minor: Mental illness and Infidelity
stormywolf's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Read by Jenni Barber, Jayme Mattler, and a full cast
Unabridged Length: 10.7 Hours
Listened at 1.75x Speed
Read my full review at The Wolf's Den
Overall, this was a fantastic audiobook experience with a lot of heart and passion poured into it. While it makes sense that the podcast portions would be highly produced, what with them being a key factor of the author's original idea for the book, I was still blown out of the water by just how much time was obviously spent on them. Add in the stellar traditional narration of our two leads, and I have no choice but to rank this as a must-hear audiobook, especially if you enjoy, or have any interest in podcasts. And even if you don't, those sections are only a couple pages long anyway.
Unabridged Length: 10.7 Hours
Listened at 1.75x Speed
Read my full review at The Wolf's Den
Overall, this was a fantastic audiobook experience with a lot of heart and passion poured into it. While it makes sense that the podcast portions would be highly produced, what with them being a key factor of the author's original idea for the book, I was still blown out of the water by just how much time was obviously spent on them. Add in the stellar traditional narration of our two leads, and I have no choice but to rank this as a must-hear audiobook, especially if you enjoy, or have any interest in podcasts. And even if you don't, those sections are only a couple pages long anyway.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism and Grief
Moderate: Death, Drug use, and Racism
Minor: Infidelity and Mental illness
coffeebreath27's review
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
So much intrigue in the story but the conclusion was anticlimactic.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Death, and Grief
Moderate: Racism
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