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ashleycmms's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Suicidal thoughts, Emotional abuse, Child abuse, Alcohol, Murder, Death, Child death, Violence, Toxic relationship, and Grief
Moderate: Animal death
Minor: Abandonment, Cancer, and Gun violence
thrillofthepage's review
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-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? Yes
3.5
Thanks to Atria and Netgalley for my early copy! The story had just the right amount of creepiness and family drama.
I can safely say that I’ve never read a book about this kind of murder family. A mother whose parents were murdered chooses to homeschool her kids, but instead of reading, math, and science we have murder, murderers, and victims. A little non-traditional education never hurt, right? I was fascinated by the Lighthouse family from page one and this kept me turning the pages.
This story was definitely one of a kind and I was intrigued throughout. I had several theories, all of which were plausible at some point during the book. I didn’t guess the ending until right when I was supposed to, which is a sign of a good thriller/mystery. I enjoyed the writing and thought Collins painted a perfect picture of the family, the murder house, and the dynamics between the siblings. This was my first book by this author and I will be picking The Winter Sister off my shelf very soon.
My one critique is that there was one character (I won’t name because I don’t want to spoil) I wanted more story from. The inclusion of this particular character, and the story as a whole, would have benefitted from a little more development. DM if you’ve read and we can chat!
If you’re looking for creepy vibes this fall season, but nothing too gory or scary, then I highly recommend this book!
I can safely say that I’ve never read a book about this kind of murder family. A mother whose parents were murdered chooses to homeschool her kids, but instead of reading, math, and science we have murder, murderers, and victims. A little non-traditional education never hurt, right? I was fascinated by the Lighthouse family from page one and this kept me turning the pages.
This story was definitely one of a kind and I was intrigued throughout. I had several theories, all of which were plausible at some point during the book. I didn’t guess the ending until right when I was supposed to, which is a sign of a good thriller/mystery. I enjoyed the writing and thought Collins painted a perfect picture of the family, the murder house, and the dynamics between the siblings. This was my first book by this author and I will be picking The Winter Sister off my shelf very soon.
My one critique is that there was one character (I won’t name because I don’t want to spoil) I wanted more story from. The inclusion of this particular character, and the story as a whole, would have benefitted from a little more development. DM if you’ve read and we can chat!
If you’re looking for creepy vibes this fall season, but nothing too gory or scary, then I highly recommend this book!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Death of parent, Death, Drug use, Grief, Violence, and Murder
Moderate: Gun violence
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