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books_and_keys's review
dark
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.75
millennialbookreview's review
2.0
I was provided with an advanced copy of the novel and I'm leaving this review voluntarily.
When I picked up this story, I was expecting to get just one story. Instead, the reader is told four. The first story is about Phyllis and her murder. The remaining three stories show different possibilities for how her story could've ended differently. I enjoyed the way the author crafted three incredibly distinct directions where the story could go. I also appreciated the time-travel and alternate universe aspects of the book.
While I liked the ideas for this book, it was written in second person which I'm not the biggest fan of. It made it hard for me to connect to the characters in the narrative. The narrative made it hard for me to get into the story overall as well. I thought each story in and of itself was okay, but not much stood out to me. I'd give this book a solid 2.5 Stars
When I picked up this story, I was expecting to get just one story. Instead, the reader is told four. The first story is about Phyllis and her murder. The remaining three stories show different possibilities for how her story could've ended differently. I enjoyed the way the author crafted three incredibly distinct directions where the story could go. I also appreciated the time-travel and alternate universe aspects of the book.
While I liked the ideas for this book, it was written in second person which I'm not the biggest fan of. It made it hard for me to connect to the characters in the narrative. The narrative made it hard for me to get into the story overall as well. I thought each story in and of itself was okay, but not much stood out to me. I'd give this book a solid 2.5 Stars
bonniereads777's review against another edition
3.0
From a Shadow Grave is a short story divided in to four parts . The first part sets up the rest of the story. It tells of Phyllis and how she is murdered, buried alive by her boyfriend George after finding out she is pregnant.
The next three parts provide three different scenarios as to what happened to Phyllis. In the first scenario she dies and becomes a ghost, haunting the hillside where she was killed. In the second scenario she is rescued, and in the third scenario she rescues herself.
This book contains elements of the paranormal and a little time travel. I enjoyed reading the different scenarios. I did not enjoy the second person point of view, which in my opinion keeps the reader from connecting with the characters.
I received a free copy of this book from Booksirens. My review is voluntary.
The next three parts provide three different scenarios as to what happened to Phyllis. In the first scenario she dies and becomes a ghost, haunting the hillside where she was killed. In the second scenario she is rescued, and in the third scenario she rescues herself.
This book contains elements of the paranormal and a little time travel. I enjoyed reading the different scenarios. I did not enjoy the second person point of view, which in my opinion keeps the reader from connecting with the characters.
I received a free copy of this book from Booksirens. My review is voluntary.
whilereading's review against another edition
3.0
"People will say that you are just a ghost story". They name you not with your name, but with the site of your murder. You deserve more stories than you get." This was part of the chapter already gripping and found the whole story captivating. Even though its told that it is a ghost story, it entailed a different description from the title itself. Make you think. Good read.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
pipbiz's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Abortion
monkeyreader's review against another edition
5.0
The second person perspective drew me into the stories instantly. I haven't read many in this format, but the way it was presented was amazing as it took me along for a thrilling ride. The attention to historical details was impeccable.
emmal_'s review against another edition
4.0
Beautiful story! I was transported into Phyllis and Aroha’s journeys. Buchanan's writing it hopeful and heartfelt - I felt Phyllis’s pain, hope and growth.
Overall, I had a wonderful experience reading this!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Overall, I had a wonderful experience reading this!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
samhayward98's review against another edition
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
3.0