Reviews tagging 'Pedophilia'

The Good Samaritan by John Marrs

6 reviews

hannrar's review against another edition

challenging dark mysterious tense fast-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

3.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Suicide and Pedophilia

keriseabby's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

 Though it is a different book from my usual reading preferences, I was pleasantly surprised by this book, which marked my first experience with this author. It reveals an entire genre of literature that I have been missing out on. The story revolves around Laura, a woman who works as a suicide helpline operator, but instead of providing assistance, she manipulates and convinces callers that suicide is the only solution. The novel is a thriller, evoking feelings of anger, frustration, and intense emotion. The plotline is captivating and engrossing, making it a perfect pick for those who enjoy the genre. I read it in a short span of time and cannot wait to explore more of John Marrs's work, as this book was exceptional. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Suicide attempt, Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, Fire/Fire injury, Pedophilia, Gaslighting, Grief, Abandonment, Drug abuse, Drug use, Suicide, Death, Self harm, Violence, Child abuse, Mental illness, Murder, and Suicidal thoughts

skissih's review against another edition

dark tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Bullying, Grief, Death, Gaslighting, Pedophilia, Suicide, Suicide attempt, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Murder, and Domestic abuse

Moderate: Adult/minor relationship

Minor: Alcohol, Addiction, and Animal cruelty

jellyhavana's review against another edition

Honestly just got boring reading the whole start of the book again. Then read a plot summary and was glad I didn’t waste my time on an unnecessarily twisty thriller. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Murder, Sexual assault, Pedophilia, Suicide, Vomit, Drug use, and Blood

peachani's review against another edition

dark tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Suicide, Gore, Child death, Death, Grief, Murder, and Child abuse

Moderate: Stalking, Addiction, Fatphobia, Blood, Body shaming, Injury/Injury detail, Fire/Fire injury, Emotional abuse, and Pregnancy

Minor: Medical content, Dysphoria, Cursing, Bullying, Forced institutionalization, Pedophilia, Animal cruelty, Drug abuse, and Alcohol

amjones's review against another edition

4.0

Whew, this book was intense, dark, and fucked up. Tons of trigger warnings. Couldn't put it down.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Suicide, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Mental illness, Addiction, Emotional abuse, Suicide attempt, Pedophilia, Death, Injury/Injury detail, Fire/Fire injury, and Murder

Moderate: Animal cruelty

Minor: Animal death