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3.42 AVERAGE
3.42 AVERAGE
This book was so good, I loved, it was amazing, 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤.
I would explain this book as "Dexter" for teens -- not good.
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The first chapters had me completely hooked.... unfortunately the ending kind of ruined it for me.
No spoilers but basically I though the identity of the killer was implausible and sort of made most of the previous events overly complicated.
No spoilers but basically I though the identity of the killer was implausible and sort of made most of the previous events overly complicated.
Wowwww I did not see that ending coming AT ALL. I loved how mature this book was and now I'm kind of excited to check out the sequel.
This was a really twisted book and I enjoyed how straightforward it was and how despite everything that was happening in her life, she was still doing her own thing.
I recommend this for older teens looking for a quick thriller to read.
Happy reading!
This was a really twisted book and I enjoyed how straightforward it was and how despite everything that was happening in her life, she was still doing her own thing.
I recommend this for older teens looking for a quick thriller to read.
Happy reading!
I enjoyed this book more than most people I know, probably because I haven't seen more than a few episodes of Dexter.
Yes, to be fair, this book owes a great deal of its concept to that series (both on print and TV) but I think there's still a lot to enjoy with this book.
Like Lane, I'm fascinated with serial killers. (I am always so curious about the people who have no problems killing other humans. How do you get to that point? How do you REALLY not care or view others as having feelings?) Lane, of course, is curious because she may actually be one herself.
And, like Dexter, she decides to sublimate her urges by going after the people who deserve to die. (The people that we'd all agree deserve to die---the person who murders children, say, not the guy who cuts you off in traffic.)
I'm not sure if it's the first book in a series, but I do hope to see Lane again. And I'm very interested in seeing where S.E. Green goes from here.
Yes, to be fair, this book owes a great deal of its concept to that series (both on print and TV) but I think there's still a lot to enjoy with this book.
Like Lane, I'm fascinated with serial killers. (I am always so curious about the people who have no problems killing other humans. How do you get to that point? How do you REALLY not care or view others as having feelings?) Lane, of course, is curious because she may actually be one herself.
And, like Dexter, she decides to sublimate her urges by going after the people who deserve to die. (The people that we'd all agree deserve to die---the person who murders children, say, not the guy who cuts you off in traffic.)
I'm not sure if it's the first book in a series, but I do hope to see Lane again. And I'm very interested in seeing where S.E. Green goes from here.
Killer Instinct sounded intriguing from the description so I started it hoping the intrigue would continue. It did. Lane is a high school student, with urges that most people, like Lane, keep secret. She is fascinated by serial killers, and is considering how to become one herself.
Lane’s story unfolds as she begins to learn more about her past, and the lies that are held there. Her urges may be hereditary, but without knowing the truth about her past, she can’t determine how to step forward into the future. While trying to find herself, she discovers that most things she’s always believed aren’t true. When the infamous serial killer “the Decapitator” has a victim in her city, Lane follows her curiosity and discovers things she would have never thought were true.
In keeping my review spoiler free, I don’t want to give many more details. I was convinced that I had figured out the killer about halfway through the book, but was pleasantly surprised at the twist, and ending of the book. Lane finally learns the truth about herself, and the serial killer is caught. This book is part of a series, but stands alone very well and is enjoyable without rushing to get the next book.
Lane’s story unfolds as she begins to learn more about her past, and the lies that are held there. Her urges may be hereditary, but without knowing the truth about her past, she can’t determine how to step forward into the future. While trying to find herself, she discovers that most things she’s always believed aren’t true. When the infamous serial killer “the Decapitator” has a victim in her city, Lane follows her curiosity and discovers things she would have never thought were true.
In keeping my review spoiler free, I don’t want to give many more details. I was convinced that I had figured out the killer about halfway through the book, but was pleasantly surprised at the twist, and ending of the book. Lane finally learns the truth about herself, and the serial killer is caught. This book is part of a series, but stands alone very well and is enjoyable without rushing to get the next book.
I was very surprised by this one.
I read this book in about 6 hours whist in a reading slump because I COULDN'T STOP READING, OMG.
This book definitely has it's problems, that's for sure. Kind of meh writing, TONS of slut shaming, and kinda too outlandish, but the ending left me SHOOK and I CANNOT wait to read the sequel.
I read this book in about 6 hours whist in a reading slump because I COULDN'T STOP READING, OMG.
This book definitely has it's problems, that's for sure. Kind of meh writing, TONS of slut shaming, and kinda too outlandish, but the ending left me SHOOK and I CANNOT wait to read the sequel.
(From www.pingwings.ca)
(3.5 stars)
Received from the publisher via Edelweiss, for free, in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Summary from Goodreads:
I was really intrigued by the premise. I loved the TV show Dexter (for the most part), and this book definitely had the same vibe. I think if you liked the show, you will find something similar here.
I really liked Lane. She was so different from a lot of characters that I’ve read about, and because of that, I found the way she reacted to things was really interesting! If you have ever watched Dexter, you’ll understand what I mean when I say that Lane reminded me of the show’s titular character: she didn’t quite seem to feel emotions the same way as everyone else, and had to fake feeling things at times. She was very intelligent, didn’t have many friends, and wasn’t interested in the things that other teens her age were interested in, like dating.
I was enjoying the book right up until the end and the big reveal. While I was able to suspend any sense of disbelief throughout the book, in the end when all was revealed, I had some doubts about the plausibility. The end also felt way too rushed for me, and I was incredibly surprised by how much I disliked the resolution.
The rest of the book to that point had been a fun, interesting read for me, and one that I would recommend. I don’t think it will be everyone’s cup of tea, and I’d love to talk about the end with others who’ve read this one!
(3.5 stars)
Received from the publisher via Edelweiss, for free, in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Summary from Goodreads:
“A zippy, gripping psychological drama.” ~Kirkus Reviews
She’s not evil, but she has certain… urges.
Lane is a typical teenager. Loving family. Good grades. Afterschool job at the local animal hospital. Martial arts enthusiast. But her secret obsession is studying serial killers. She understands them, knows what makes them tick.
Why?
Because she might be one herself.
Lane channels her dark impulses by hunting criminals—delivering justice when the law fails. The vigilantism stops shy of murder. But with each visceral rush the line of self-control blurs.
And then a young preschool teacher goes missing. Only to return… in parts.
When Lane excitedly gets involved in the hunt for “the Decapitator,” the vicious serial murderer that has come to her hometown, she gets dangerously caught up in a web of lies about her birth dad and her own dark past. And once the Decapitator contacts Lane directly, Lane knows she is no longer invisible or safe. Now she needs to use her unique talents to find the true killer’s identity before she—or someone she loves—becomes the next victim…
I was really intrigued by the premise. I loved the TV show Dexter (for the most part), and this book definitely had the same vibe. I think if you liked the show, you will find something similar here.
I really liked Lane. She was so different from a lot of characters that I’ve read about, and because of that, I found the way she reacted to things was really interesting! If you have ever watched Dexter, you’ll understand what I mean when I say that Lane reminded me of the show’s titular character: she didn’t quite seem to feel emotions the same way as everyone else, and had to fake feeling things at times. She was very intelligent, didn’t have many friends, and wasn’t interested in the things that other teens her age were interested in, like dating.
I was enjoying the book right up until the end and the big reveal. While I was able to suspend any sense of disbelief throughout the book, in the end when all was revealed, I had some doubts about the plausibility. The end also felt way too rushed for me, and I was incredibly surprised by how much I disliked the resolution.
The rest of the book to that point had been a fun, interesting read for me, and one that I would recommend. I don’t think it will be everyone’s cup of tea, and I’d love to talk about the end with others who’ve read this one!
Hate that I waited so long to read it. Really good and kept me guessing. I thought I things figured out, I was glad I was wrong. While I guessed something, it wasn't everything. Very enjoyable and can't wait to start the next.