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a_chickletz's review
2.0
Thanks to Edelweiss for allowing me a chance at reading this early.
The summary of this book sounded really interesting. I just felt that I missed something?
The main character had a backstory that is kind of dropped here and there throughout the book, but you feel like you're missing a chunk of history and how he works as an insurance agent. There is also the fact that he seems used to supernatural goings on but again, you don't really get to know if this was truly his first encounter.
I feel like the plot and the characters didn't really connect to one another and that both of them were doing their own thing and shoved together in a story that seemed to ride at a speed that was too fast for me to settle and enjoy.
Side Note: The location of the story is on the east coast of the US, but the writing and tone of the characters is VERY UK. They say and or reference things that would make sense in a UK setting. I had to double read passages to make sure that I was indeed on the east coast.
I think if anything readers will find this book to be interesting and with quirky dialogue, but that it can't be saved with characters and a plot that seem separated from one another.
The summary of this book sounded really interesting. I just felt that I missed something?
The main character had a backstory that is kind of dropped here and there throughout the book, but you feel like you're missing a chunk of history and how he works as an insurance agent. There is also the fact that he seems used to supernatural goings on but again, you don't really get to know if this was truly his first encounter.
I feel like the plot and the characters didn't really connect to one another and that both of them were doing their own thing and shoved together in a story that seemed to ride at a speed that was too fast for me to settle and enjoy.
Side Note: The location of the story is on the east coast of the US, but the writing and tone of the characters is VERY UK. They say and or reference things that would make sense in a UK setting. I had to double read passages to make sure that I was indeed on the east coast.
I think if anything readers will find this book to be interesting and with quirky dialogue, but that it can't be saved with characters and a plot that seem separated from one another.
redwrapped's review
adventurous
dark
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
This one has so much acerbic wit, cleverness, and memorable characters that it really does need to be read all at once. The character descriptions are sublime, and the humor is impeccable.
This is an enjoyable, quick read that is fast-paced and continually unexpected as the plot unfolds. Actually, the plot and how it all ties up is sort of insane (in a good way, but definitely rides a thin line between flat out weird and fun). Highly recommend for lovers of detective nobels and horror—especially when they are put together.
*Actual review 3.5 stars
Thanks to GP Putnam's Sons and Netgalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This is an enjoyable, quick read that is fast-paced and continually unexpected as the plot unfolds. Actually, the plot and how it all ties up is sort of insane (in a good way, but definitely rides a thin line between flat out weird and fun). Highly recommend for lovers of detective nobels and horror—especially when they are put together.
*Actual review 3.5 stars
Thanks to GP Putnam's Sons and Netgalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body horror, Chronic illness, Death, Child death, Animal cruelty, Gore, Animal death, Murder, and Violence
shereadstales's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
verystarry's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.25
markedasread's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
jandrews560's review
4.0
So good. Flawless writing, laugh out loud until you cringe. Seriously. 80s nostalgia with a smart ass non-detective and entrails. What more could you want?
our_bookish_reads's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Holy s**t. I just finished this. In like a day. This was such a great book. Where do I begin... Vietnam War vet turned insurance investigator meets high-end boarding school, searching for a missing - and very valuable - book. What he finds is a lot more than he ever bargained for. Sarcastic and intelligent, Sam Gregory takes his job.... fairly seriously. He smokes too much, takes too many meds, but maintains a solid grip on reality. Usually. Brilliant and stubborn, Harriet is on a mission to discover just who messed with her D&D nerd pals. What she stumbles into would make even a veteran gamer suck their thumb in fear. Read this book. You won't be sorry. I was allowed to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review. Honestly, this book was fantastic. Thank you Netgalley, Stephen Lloyd and G.P. Putnam's Sons Publishing for aliasing me the honor. All opinions are my own.
katiedavis's review
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0