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gen_wolfhailstorm's review
3.0
TRIGGER WARNINGS FOR ABDUCTION, AND SCENES OF SEXUAL ABUSE AND PHYSCIAL VIOLENCE.
So I decided to get to this one early for part of the #ayearathon this month and it's actually a book I requested from Netgalley years ago and didn't get to in time (could only read from my PC at that time and it expired before I got to it) but I'm glad to have got to it now.
Straight away I enjoyed reading from the different perspectives. I'd say we have an array of people all connected to Lily, but the cast isn't a very diverse one.
I loved being chucked right into the story of Lilly's escape. You do get a background briefly of the lead up to her abduction 8 years ago but for the most part it focuses on the "now", so for that I can't really call it a thriller because we didn't have the "thrill" of being targeted and pursued... If that makes sense.
As the story progressed I enjoyed and was fascinated to learn about each characters perspective. The descriptions from Lily's captor was one of the most interesting as, as you can imagine, it was unsettling. Different relationship dynamics had me questioning how this would impact Lily's already overwhelming life and I found myself really caring about what happened to her.
The pacing of the story was fast, but I think it worked for this plot and I flew through this book because of that. The basic writing style added to that but I found it odd that although it was written in 3rd person, it always said "mom" instead of "her mom"/ "Lily's mom" etc.
I feel like the author missed a chance at exploring the topic of having a child grow up being the result of sexual abuse and how the characters would handle it but it seemed to steer away from that heavy topic and started catering towards winning back a lost love, which I felt was a little unfortunate as more important topics could have been discussed.
There was a part, a few chapters before the last, where I actually would have been content if that were the ending, but what happened next was, in my opinion, a really interesting plot twist!
Skimming over the acknowledgements, I like that the author used some of her loved ones names for the characters in this book.
I don't find it really to be a thriller as we don't really follow the build up to the kidnap. It's more about the escape, the after math and trying to move forward whilst expressing the horrible things Lily went through. An entertaining read that I'm glad to have finally read.
Pick it up, give it a go and enjoy! >(^_^)<
Gén
So I decided to get to this one early for part of the #ayearathon this month and it's actually a book I requested from Netgalley years ago and didn't get to in time (could only read from my PC at that time and it expired before I got to it) but I'm glad to have got to it now.
Straight away I enjoyed reading from the different perspectives. I'd say we have an array of people all connected to Lily, but the cast isn't a very diverse one.
I loved being chucked right into the story of Lilly's escape. You do get a background briefly of the lead up to her abduction 8 years ago but for the most part it focuses on the "now", so for that I can't really call it a thriller because we didn't have the "thrill" of being targeted and pursued... If that makes sense.
As the story progressed I enjoyed and was fascinated to learn about each characters perspective. The descriptions from Lily's captor was one of the most interesting as, as you can imagine, it was unsettling. Different relationship dynamics had me questioning how this would impact Lily's already overwhelming life and I found myself really caring about what happened to her.
The pacing of the story was fast, but I think it worked for this plot and I flew through this book because of that. The basic writing style added to that but I found it odd that although it was written in 3rd person, it always said "mom" instead of "her mom"/ "Lily's mom" etc.
I feel like the author missed a chance at exploring the topic of having a child grow up being the result of sexual abuse and how the characters would handle it but it seemed to steer away from that heavy topic and started catering towards winning back a lost love, which I felt was a little unfortunate as more important topics could have been discussed.
There was a part, a few chapters before the last, where I actually would have been content if that were the ending, but what happened next was, in my opinion, a really interesting plot twist!
Skimming over the acknowledgements, I like that the author used some of her loved ones names for the characters in this book.
I don't find it really to be a thriller as we don't really follow the build up to the kidnap. It's more about the escape, the after math and trying to move forward whilst expressing the horrible things Lily went through. An entertaining read that I'm glad to have finally read.
Pick it up, give it a go and enjoy! >(^_^)<
Gén
meloches's review against another edition
5.0
For my full review (and other reviews too!) visit my blog, Clues and Reviews.
https://cluesandreviews.wordpress.com/
“And I was all his. A girl who would never say no. I was the girl who would obey his every request. I was his perfect, obedient baby doll.”
Whoa. That is the one word I have to describe this novel. Baby Doll by Hollie Overton is her debut novel and what a debut it is!
This book sucked me in right away and I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen next. I loved this book! I would consider it a "must read"
https://cluesandreviews.wordpress.com/
“And I was all his. A girl who would never say no. I was the girl who would obey his every request. I was his perfect, obedient baby doll.”
Whoa. That is the one word I have to describe this novel. Baby Doll by Hollie Overton is her debut novel and what a debut it is!
This book sucked me in right away and I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen next. I loved this book! I would consider it a "must read"
chloscosycorner's review
5.0
Really enjoyed this book. The multiple perspectives aspect is always something I appreiciate and enjoy when reading a book.
Full Review - http://chloreads.blogspot.co.uk/2016/08/baby-doll-by-hollie-overton-book-review.html
Full Review - http://chloreads.blogspot.co.uk/2016/08/baby-doll-by-hollie-overton-book-review.html
nilyay's review against another edition
3.0
Although I found it interesting and captivating at the time, I came to realise that this book didn’t stick with me in any particular way. If you are looking for a book with which to pass time then it is perfect for you, but in no way is it a ground-shaking, soul wrenching or dream-haunting.
slbutcherauthor's review against another edition
2.0
I said yesterday that I would have to give up reading this book, but I was so close to the end that I pushed through anyway.
What did I do when the book ended? I tore out my earbuds (yes, I listened on audio, which was a mistake), leaned back in my chair, and said, "FINALLY."
That should tell you what I thought of this book. I didn't care. I wasn't gripped. I was bored. What could have been an interesting novel was ruined by poor and dull characterization. Lily was hardly a character and more like a cardboard cut-out. Her sister was more interesting but made so many stupid decisions that she was unbearable. I don't mind toxic characters; in fact, I love them. But because the writing in this novel fell flat, so did my interest in these characters.
Someone save me from my book rut.
What did I do when the book ended? I tore out my earbuds (yes, I listened on audio, which was a mistake), leaned back in my chair, and said, "FINALLY."
That should tell you what I thought of this book. I didn't care. I wasn't gripped. I was bored. What could have been an interesting novel was ruined by poor and dull characterization. Lily was hardly a character and more like a cardboard cut-out. Her sister was more interesting but made so many stupid decisions that she was unbearable. I don't mind toxic characters; in fact, I love them. But because the writing in this novel fell flat, so did my interest in these characters.
Someone save me from my book rut.
amberrancourt2020's review against another edition
challenging
dark
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
izzyrosexx's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
btw, there there 397 pages in this book, not 288 x
add_a_little_spook's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- 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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, and Kidnapping
Moderate: Miscarriage, Suicide, and Murder
sarah_piette's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
ldwyer01's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 out of 5 stars. The publisher tried to market it as the next Gone Girl or Girl on the Train but there's no comparison. If you pick it up for that reason, you will be disappointed! No major plot twists, not a ton of action. More like suspense meets chick lit. It's a page turner with plenty of mentally ill characters so it was a decent pick for me! Lol