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bookslucyreads's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed this thriller and I have enjoyed each book in the series. The mystery’s themselves are interesting and kept me guessing. I like the characters and their relationships.
owlsreads's review against another edition
3.0
#1 The Body Reader: ★★★★★
#2 The Body Counter: ★★★☆☆
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3 stars.
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The Body Keeper was a quick read, but nothing all that mind-blowing or engaging. The plot wasn't as well developed and kind of just went from one point to another in a straightforward manner without much being added to it. The main reveal was also really predictable and I was able to guess it from the very beginning, so that took some of the enjoyment out of the story.
The characters were still pretty complex and Jude's POV continued to be great. Uriah also got some character development moments! He was not featured as much, but the bits we saw of him showed he's changed quite a bit since the beginning of the series. They also both had an overall hopeful tone to their chapters that wasn't present before and that was lovely to get from them.
There were some important plot points there were touched on, like Eliot's entire situation with Jude, but that was still mostly brushed off? Nothing was addressed in depth and I found that the lack of development on that part bothered me quite a bit. It was a big revelation that didn't seem to get as much attention as it deserved. So, quick read but a lukewarm one.
#2 The Body Counter: ★★★☆☆
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3 stars.
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The Body Keeper was a quick read, but nothing all that mind-blowing or engaging. The plot wasn't as well developed and kind of just went from one point to another in a straightforward manner without much being added to it. The main reveal was also really predictable and I was able to guess it from the very beginning, so that took some of the enjoyment out of the story.
The characters were still pretty complex and Jude's POV continued to be great. Uriah also got some character development moments! He was not featured as much, but the bits we saw of him showed he's changed quite a bit since the beginning of the series. They also both had an overall hopeful tone to their chapters that wasn't present before and that was lovely to get from them.
There were some important plot points there were touched on, like Eliot's entire situation with Jude, but that was still mostly brushed off? Nothing was addressed in depth and I found that the lack of development on that part bothered me quite a bit. It was a big revelation that didn't seem to get as much attention as it deserved. So, quick read but a lukewarm one.
jadeshea's review against another edition
3.0
The Body Keeper wasn't as good as previous books, but it did bring in a whole lot of new things to the plot line. I'm interested to see what happens between Jude and her partner, and see where it takes them. And I'm also interested in finding out what happens with the new characters as well. This one was interesting, and had a really sad and spooky plot line.
ayslan's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
koops333's review
3.0
I'm sad to say I didn't enjoy this book as much as the other ones.
I felt that there were a little to many coincidences and connections going on that really bogged down the story.
However, I still really enjoy Jude and Uriah's growth, struggles and connections- but the murder mystery of it all wasn't as compelling.
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It also peeved me that everything connected back to her dad...I was hoping this book would move on to different trials and tribulations, and not circle back and connect everything back to her.
Also, also-another problem..how was she running, ducking, and keeping her self upright after being stabbed 4 times?
I felt that there were a little to many coincidences and connections going on that really bogged down the story.
However, I still really enjoy Jude and Uriah's growth, struggles and connections- but the murder mystery of it all wasn't as compelling.
Spoiler review:
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Okay so the one thing that really annoyed me is how do all of these people just know where the Jude lives? Is she so easy to find? First with Elliot and then Nanette..is her address out there for the world to know so easily? Wouldn't that be dangerous for a famous detective?It also peeved me that everything connected back to her dad...I was hoping this book would move on to different trials and tribulations, and not circle back and connect everything back to her.
Also, also-another problem..how was she running, ducking, and keeping her self upright after being stabbed 4 times?
isalaur's review
medium-paced
5.0
Another intriguing story starring Jude Fontaine who is gradually coming back to life with each book. She makes important strides in this book.
The crime story is a convoluted one where we know more than Jude or Uriah and therefore make connections before they do. There are some surprising twists and several things that once revealed make you look back and go hmmm.
The story is cleverly crafted and the continuation of Jude’s character development is a significant part of this story. I am looking forward to the next story to see where the significant changes wrought in this book take our heroine.
The crime story is a convoluted one where we know more than Jude or Uriah and therefore make connections before they do. There are some surprising twists and several things that once revealed make you look back and go hmmm.
The story is cleverly crafted and the continuation of Jude’s character development is a significant part of this story. I am looking forward to the next story to see where the significant changes wrought in this book take our heroine.
dawnbunny's review
5.0
Today is the day!! Jude and Uriah are back again with a suspenseful book! Frozen 12 year olds that have been in ice for over 20 years. Follow along as they follow up with the arrival of a four year old with deadly connections to their cold case. This book, as always kept me on my toes and wanting more. I do hope this series continues. This is a great pool read. Make sure you check out the two in the series before this. Anne Fraiser never fails to disappoint!
annarella's review
4.0
An exciting and well written mystery that kept hooked till the last page.
I liked the style of writing, the cast of characters and the plot.
The mystery was ok and with no plot hole.
It was an entertaining and engaging read.
Recommended!
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
I liked the style of writing, the cast of characters and the plot.
The mystery was ok and with no plot hole.
It was an entertaining and engaging read.
Recommended!
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
mratina's review against another edition
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0