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dani_2006's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Alcoholism, Grief, Addiction, Sexual assault, Child death, Drug abuse, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual violence, Abandonment, Child abuse, and Ableism
missgrangerr's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I bounced between the audio-book and the physical copy. The podcast aspect of this novel is amazing, perfect for anyone who enjoys the format. It is being compared to Serial when I think it plays more like S-Town, for those who care. I loved that the chapters of the podcast were followed by Sadie's narrative answering all the questions the podcast posed.
It has to be said, this book had one of the greatest endings. Extremely fitting, and nothing short of perfect.
Graphic: Pedophilia, Abandonment, Child abuse, Death, Child death, Sexual assault, and Violence
tkhenry99's review against another edition
5.0
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Addiction, Alcoholism, Sexual assault, Abandonment, and Pedophilia
aprilyvonne's review against another edition
5.0
“Sadie” by Courtney Summers broke me. My eyes are still puffy and I’ve used more tissues in the last couple of hours than I normally do while reading. It’s always hard to review a book that tears your heart outside of its body, while recognizing that you also appreciated the story. I can’t even decide on which word to describe this reading experience. Either way, “Sadie” was well written, vivid, but also heart wrenching and horrid.
I didn’t know anything going into the novel, so the true crime podcast style was a welcomed touch. Yet, once more details about the crimes came to light, the more painful it was to read.
Sadie’s character will live on in my memory for a long time due to her tenacity, grit, and heart, which were enthralling and admirable qualities. Considering all what she had gone though, it was hard not to feel for her. The whole messy situation and family dynamics shed light on so many unspoken issues in the world. Unfortunately, some of those reminders hit too close to home at times.
West McCray, the journalist that goes on this journey with readers in search of what happened and the search for Sadie, was genuine and sincere. I listened to the audiobook while following along with my hardcopy (as I often do). The narrators were authentic and clearly made the the “podcast” feel real - too real. Overall, I’m glad I read this, but I’ll need some time to recuperate.
I would like to warn readers to check the triggers prior to reading just in case.
Please be kind and gentle with others, as you never know what someone’s going through.
QOTD: What was your last 5 ⭐️ read? Any great audiobook recommendations?
Graphic: Grief, Death, Violence, Kidnapping, Gaslighting, Pedophilia, Murder, Misogyny, Emotional abuse, Domestic abuse, Child death, Child abuse, Addiction, Sexual violence, Rape, and Abandonment
jjc17's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.5
Moderate: Grief, Addiction, Abandonment, and Child abuse
fiction_addiction_1994's review against another edition
- 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
4.0
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•What did I think of this book? (Mult. Pov)
Holy smokes...ok, let me start adult content. This book is well written, strong main character. It asks the question, "How far would you go to catch the killer of a loved one?" Would you be able to dig up old wounds? When every adult in Sadie's life failed her she takes matters into her own hands, solving her sisters murder.. going off of meager clues to find him, her past haunts her, it drives her to see it through. A podcaster gets a call to follow her clues when local law enforcement has failed. This was written in podcast format and first person. I liked the uniqueness. Recommend the audiobook.
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•Quotes:
~ "We have more story than time to tell it– but I suppose that's true for all of us. "-p. 46
~ 'She's dead is the reason I'm alive. She's dead is the reason I'm going to k*ll a man.' -p.101
~'I wish his darkness lived outside of him because you have to know it's there to see it. Like all monsters, he hides in plain sight.' -p.259
Graphic: Rape, Drug abuse, Sexual violence, Abandonment, and Pedophilia
jennametheny's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Graphic: Alcoholism, Abandonment, Addiction, Sexual violence, Suicide attempt, Sexual assault, and Violence
Moderate: Sexual violence, Death, Drug abuse, Pedophilia, Rape, Murder, Child abuse, Child death, Sexual assault, and Grief
pagesihavenotyetread's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Moderate: Death, Alcohol, Child abuse, Child death, Grief, Murder, Sexual assault, Cursing, Pedophilia, Abandonment, Addiction, Alcoholism, Blood, Drug abuse, Drug use, and Rape
lucyisabella's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Murder and Child abuse
Moderate: Sexual assault, Addiction, Abandonment, and Adult/minor relationship
bookedbymadeline's review against another edition
4.5
Graphic: Sexual assault, Blood, Grief, Drug abuse, Abandonment, Addiction, Pedophilia, and Child abuse
Moderate: Murder
Minor: Death and Suicide attempt