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3.34 AVERAGE
3.34 AVERAGE
I liked this book, but I do think it’s important to mention that it contains spoilers for “The Silent Patient” in the epilogue. Luckily, I read another review that warned of this, so I read The Silent Patient and then went back and read the epilogue, but this book could have ruined the ending for me had I not seen that review.
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
RAWR! I love this story!! So many twists and turns I did not see coming
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A literary dance of secrets and backstabbing…..
Book Information
The Fury by Alex Michaelides is a 320-page mystery and is due to be published on January 16, 2024. Thank you to Celadon Books for providing me with an Advance Readers Copy for review.
Summary
Lana Farrar, a renowned and reclusive ex-movie star, invites her closest friends to her private Greek island. Despite the appearance of a glamorous getaway, the idyllic atmosphere takes a dark turn when the group finds themselves trapped overnight. Hidden resentments and a quest for revenge among old friends lead to a suspenseful game of cat and mouse. The tension culminates in a violent and deadly conclusion, as one of the guests is discovered murdered.
My Thoughts
In Alex Michaelides' "The Fury," I found myself immersed in a unique narrative that skillfully combines aspects of mystery, romance, thriller, and tragedy. The storytelling is fantastic, adopting a conversational style. It's like eavesdropping on the juiciest bar tale – full of drama, obsession, and unexpected betrayals.
The book is a twisty journey through a locked room murder mystery, with each of its five acts revealing more, building upon the intricacies introduced in the previous act. Michaelides weaves a web of secrets, hidden agendas, and obsession, keeping the reader guessing throughout.
The narrator's voice plays a significant role in enhancing the entertainment value. The conversational tone is engaging, making the storytelling not only entertaining but also thought-provoking. The characters are expertly developed, contributing to a well-crafted plot that kept me on edge.
The book seamlessly blends good prose with a unique and original plot. It's a testament to Michaelides' skill that the story remains unpredictable, defying expectations. The book is rich in imagery, creating a vivid and immersive experience. Michaelides' narrative is a seductive tango of mystery, where every move leaves you craving the next.
Recommendation
"The Fury" stands out as my favorite among Michaelides' works so far, offering a refreshing take on the murder mystery genre. The combination of a compelling narrative style, well-developed characters, and an unpredictable plot makes it highly recommended for those who appreciate a gripping and immersive storytelling experience.
Rating
4 Layered Stars
Book Information
The Fury by Alex Michaelides is a 320-page mystery and is due to be published on January 16, 2024. Thank you to Celadon Books for providing me with an Advance Readers Copy for review.
Summary
Lana Farrar, a renowned and reclusive ex-movie star, invites her closest friends to her private Greek island. Despite the appearance of a glamorous getaway, the idyllic atmosphere takes a dark turn when the group finds themselves trapped overnight. Hidden resentments and a quest for revenge among old friends lead to a suspenseful game of cat and mouse. The tension culminates in a violent and deadly conclusion, as one of the guests is discovered murdered.
My Thoughts
In Alex Michaelides' "The Fury," I found myself immersed in a unique narrative that skillfully combines aspects of mystery, romance, thriller, and tragedy. The storytelling is fantastic, adopting a conversational style. It's like eavesdropping on the juiciest bar tale – full of drama, obsession, and unexpected betrayals.
The book is a twisty journey through a locked room murder mystery, with each of its five acts revealing more, building upon the intricacies introduced in the previous act. Michaelides weaves a web of secrets, hidden agendas, and obsession, keeping the reader guessing throughout.
The narrator's voice plays a significant role in enhancing the entertainment value. The conversational tone is engaging, making the storytelling not only entertaining but also thought-provoking. The characters are expertly developed, contributing to a well-crafted plot that kept me on edge.
The book seamlessly blends good prose with a unique and original plot. It's a testament to Michaelides' skill that the story remains unpredictable, defying expectations. The book is rich in imagery, creating a vivid and immersive experience. Michaelides' narrative is a seductive tango of mystery, where every move leaves you craving the next.
Recommendation
"The Fury" stands out as my favorite among Michaelides' works so far, offering a refreshing take on the murder mystery genre. The combination of a compelling narrative style, well-developed characters, and an unpredictable plot makes it highly recommended for those who appreciate a gripping and immersive storytelling experience.
Rating
4 Layered Stars
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Quick thoughts:
- I didn't dislike Elliot right off the bat the way a lot of other readers seemed to have. IDK it never seemed like we were supposed to like him, per say. But he was exactly what he was: a little greasy, a little sly, etc.
- Though the like...doubling back and weird apologies about not "being honest" or whatever got kind of tedious by the time we got to the end. Same with the "Lana was truly the loveliest person ever but sometimes not" and like bro: all our friends can be annoying sometimes. Which was also frustrating because it felt like it tipped Michaelides's hand a little too early, a little too easily. Like of course he's an unreliable narrator! He's basically rubbing our noses in it.
- The Russian dolls of twists also got tiresome by the end. The ending didn't pull off as hard as a surprising punch as it seemed like it should have. Maybe because it was third hand information being told by an unreliable narrator? There were some really clever bits in there that, as another reviewer said, might have worked better as a movie rather than as a book, which I kind of agree with. The potential is absolutely there and I do think it'd translate really well to film, but just didn't quite land on its feet here.
- It was missing...passion, tbh. Like I never got the fervor that these sorts of incidents seem like they need. Elliot could have been protesting "too much" about his feelings for Lana, but tbh, although there were little cookie crumb clues that got dropped (did he intentionally set himself up to meet Barbara in an effort to meet Lana? Like that feels like maybe but not solidly enough to really say he did, and I need more than a maybe to say that he's a clever creeper from the start), it never fully committed to a full desperation/longing/planning for me to go, "Oh. My. God."
- Also like, maybe unpopular opinion but
I wouldn't say that Jason and Kathy were any better?? Elliot is creepy and I'm not defending the stalking/note taking/plotting at all because that's awful, but I'm not sure it's really awful enough to team up with Kathy in any way. And Jason might actually be worse than Elliot. Obviously none of these people are good, so maybe everyone got exactly what they deserved.
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
adventurous
dark
emotional
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
First 3 acts were great, then it went downhill. The fake murder and play plots were a bit ridiculous. If only adults could just be honest with each other…