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mhelen12's review against another edition
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
kevinjwangler's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
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
3.5
katiejaywood's review against another edition
dark
sad
slow-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? No
3.5
It was a bit slow for my taste, but was a good story!
cat_astrophicallybookish's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
teresaalice's review against another edition
4.0
I have a soft spot for mystery with a supernatural bent, and this story fits the bill exactly. Though this could technically be the third in the author's "The Hollows" series, I read it as a stand alone and enjoyed it thoroughly.
autumn_faerie's review against another edition
4.0
**I received a copy of the book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.This doesn’t effect my opinion on the book**
Psychological thrillers aren't something I read everyday,so this was a welcome change,oh well,all psychological thrillers are.Do I need mention that it was the blurb that caught my attention?Yes,it was the blurb that drew me to the book.And now,let's get into talking about this book!
The cover of the book ,as far as I know,speaks of a certain place in the book,The Hollows woods,if I remember right.That place is like the centre of the book,like not in the way that everything in the book happens there,but more like the root of everything lies there,so you know,in my opinion,there couldn't have been a better choice of cover.
The title,I didn't actually figure out what it might mean,but as all other such times ,I'll make a wild guess.The Ink might refer to how the Hollows grip spreads far and wide,and how it gets what it wants,and Bone,probably the hole/ditch that we come across at the end,you 'll know I'm talking about if you have read the book,if not,you should go give it a read.
The writing style is not very complex,it has a style,a thrill to it,though at places it was a bit difficult to grasp the meaning.And it took time to get into the book,like I mixed up characters in the first few chapters,which I actually had to reread,the whole New Penny,Old Penny thing was a bit confusing.Oh wait,I just realised something!Holy crow!I got to go and check about it asap,but don't worry it's no way affecting the review cause the review is spoiler free!
The first half of the plot was kind of slow,a bit dragged and not much happening but almost everything that happened in the first half was important to set stage for the second half,like some details might feel like just a filler,but mind me,they all play a role towards the final solution.And also,at some point of the book,like long before the final solution,you'll feel like there's not much more to be revealed and all that is left to happen is for the two separate happenings ,those with Finley and those with the little girl,to come together.And then the plot twist smacks you in the face.Those were my favourite parts,the completely unexpected twists out of just nowwhere.But I must tell you,the story is horrifying and chilling and sad and joy,but believe me when I say it was worth it.I'm actually super glad I asked it for a review,cause otherwise I wouldn't ever have read this book.
We are left out with the characters now.Every character,especially the good ones are independent ,strong-willed characters in their own way.Take the protagonist Finley.SHe has the strength to do what is right, her decision making abilities are really appreciable,the way she follow her gut instincts,yes,she is initially unsure of her abilities,but hey ,that's what character development is all about,right?
For full review: https://liveinthepagesofbooks.wordpress.com/2017/02/27/reviewink-and-bone-by-lisa-unger
Psychological thrillers aren't something I read everyday,so this was a welcome change,oh well,all psychological thrillers are.Do I need mention that it was the blurb that caught my attention?Yes,it was the blurb that drew me to the book.And now,let's get into talking about this book!
The cover of the book ,as far as I know,speaks of a certain place in the book,The Hollows woods,if I remember right.That place is like the centre of the book,like not in the way that everything in the book happens there,but more like the root of everything lies there,so you know,in my opinion,there couldn't have been a better choice of cover.
The title,I didn't actually figure out what it might mean,but as all other such times ,I'll make a wild guess.The Ink might refer to how the Hollows grip spreads far and wide,and how it gets what it wants,and Bone,probably the hole/ditch that we come across at the end,you 'll know I'm talking about if you have read the book,if not,you should go give it a read.
The writing style is not very complex,it has a style,a thrill to it,though at places it was a bit difficult to grasp the meaning.And it took time to get into the book,like I mixed up characters in the first few chapters,which I actually had to reread,the whole New Penny,Old Penny thing was a bit confusing.Oh wait,I just realised something!Holy crow!I got to go and check about it asap,but don't worry it's no way affecting the review cause the review is spoiler free!
The first half of the plot was kind of slow,a bit dragged and not much happening but almost everything that happened in the first half was important to set stage for the second half,like some details might feel like just a filler,but mind me,they all play a role towards the final solution.And also,at some point of the book,like long before the final solution,you'll feel like there's not much more to be revealed and all that is left to happen is for the two separate happenings ,those with Finley and those with the little girl,to come together.And then the plot twist smacks you in the face.Those were my favourite parts,the completely unexpected twists out of just nowwhere.But I must tell you,the story is horrifying and chilling and sad and joy,but believe me when I say it was worth it.I'm actually super glad I asked it for a review,cause otherwise I wouldn't ever have read this book.
We are left out with the characters now.Every character,especially the good ones are independent ,strong-willed characters in their own way.Take the protagonist Finley.SHe has the strength to do what is right, her decision making abilities are really appreciable,the way she follow her gut instincts,yes,she is initially unsure of her abilities,but hey ,that's what character development is all about,right?
For full review: https://liveinthepagesofbooks.wordpress.com/2017/02/27/reviewink-and-bone-by-lisa-unger
cupcakeriot's review against another edition
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? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
tricapra's review against another edition
Wow, this was awful. I didn't finish the book, gave it till 25% to get better. I rarely give up on books, I will usually push through just to be fair. But this reads like a parody of a genre novel. It's like the worst mashup of horror, mystery and urban fantasy tropes had a baby. Lisa Unger clearly did little to no research into the "lingo" of body modification communities, and her weird prudish sensibilities are definitely on display despite her desire to make "alternative" characters. (I'm sure she'd call them 'rockers', in 2016 lmao)
aklev13's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars ✨
I used to read Lisa Unger a lot as a teen and always thoroughly enjoyed her books so i was looking forward to getting back into one of her books. I was not disappointed. I was worried at first because there’s a psychic element employed in this book and none of my previous Unger reads had a supernatural element that i could recall but i thought this was weaved in so well to the crime/mystery elements.
One of the things i think Unger excels at is giving us snapshots of complex characters or complex situations in a way that gives us a deeper emotional understanding without slowing down the narrative. The last 30% of this story i was quite stressed for our characters so this was definitely a fast-paced thriller but it also gave the characters emotions room to breathe.
I used to read Lisa Unger a lot as a teen and always thoroughly enjoyed her books so i was looking forward to getting back into one of her books. I was not disappointed. I was worried at first because there’s a psychic element employed in this book and none of my previous Unger reads had a supernatural element that i could recall but i thought this was weaved in so well to the crime/mystery elements.
One of the things i think Unger excels at is giving us snapshots of complex characters or complex situations in a way that gives us a deeper emotional understanding without slowing down the narrative. The last 30% of this story i was quite stressed for our characters so this was definitely a fast-paced thriller but it also gave the characters emotions room to breathe.