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lara_bookish_turtle's review
2.0
I had such high hopes for this book, but after the second chapter I knew that this wasn't for me. But I persevered for the plot twist I was sure would come at the end, but it just didn't?
There were a couple of times where I was like 'oh', but I never had the 'OHHHHH' moments that I was hoping for. It wasn't cliche, but you could see the direction it was going.
It was an interesting concept though.
Also, it's told backwards, which nearly KILLED my poor brain trying to follow the timeline, but at least it was in third person which is my favourite...
I was expecting to be thrilled, but I just wasn't. I didn't hate this, but it definitely fell flat for me.
There were a couple of times where I was like 'oh', but I never had the 'OHHHHH' moments that I was hoping for. It wasn't cliche, but you could see the direction it was going.
It was an interesting concept though.
Also, it's told backwards, which nearly KILLED my poor brain trying to follow the timeline, but at least it was in third person which is my favourite...
I was expecting to be thrilled, but I just wasn't. I didn't hate this, but it definitely fell flat for me.
axm_kremer's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
kalin_grace's review
adventurous
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
lmpf2012's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
dinamillerman's review
4.0
This was one of my most anticipated releases of 2017, after I enjoyed We Were Liars so much. Genuine Fraud did not disappoint, although I do have to say that I enjoyed We Were Liars a little more.
I loved Jules, the main character. She was insanely smart and strong and just so badass. she also wasn't a black/white character, and I loved the gray personality that E. Lockhart gave her. I also love the fact that she loved makeup and was really good at it, but at the same time was really strong and fit and never lost a fight-those feminine/masculine qualities usually aren't combined in books, and it was refreshing to read a character who had both feminine and masculine interests and traits.
Reading from her mind was always fascinating and there was a twist at every turn. Every single chapter would unearth something new about her.
Throughout the book, she ends up in many different locations, and I enjoyed all of them. They were all written well, and each setting had a different vibe and a different purpose and I really liked that.
I loved the incredibly mind twistingness(shhh that's a word) of this book, but I found it really confusing at times, especially at the beginning. Near the end I began piecing everything together, discovering more of the story, and everything clicked into place and it was the most satisfying feeling.
I loved Jules, the main character. She was insanely smart and strong and just so badass. she also wasn't a black/white character, and I loved the gray personality that E. Lockhart gave her. I also love the fact that she loved makeup and was really good at it, but at the same time was really strong and fit and never lost a fight-those feminine/masculine qualities usually aren't combined in books, and it was refreshing to read a character who had both feminine and masculine interests and traits.
Reading from her mind was always fascinating and there was a twist at every turn. Every single chapter would unearth something new about her.
Throughout the book, she ends up in many different locations, and I enjoyed all of them. They were all written well, and each setting had a different vibe and a different purpose and I really liked that.
I loved the incredibly mind twistingness(shhh that's a word) of this book, but I found it really confusing at times, especially at the beginning. Near the end I began piecing everything together, discovering more of the story, and everything clicked into place and it was the most satisfying feeling.
adriannasophiabookss's review
2.0
1.5
A quick read but so predictable and at times really boring. I still don't completely understand what happened and how Jule came to meet Imogen. This wasn't for me to be honest.
A quick read but so predictable and at times really boring. I still don't completely understand what happened and how Jule came to meet Imogen. This wasn't for me to be honest.
meeranair_54's review against another edition
5.0
Imogen Sokoloff and Jule West Williams studied in the same high school. Now, years later Jule finds her and they kindle a friendship unlike any other. Jule is a wanderer, trying to come to terms with a past that refuses to let her be. And Imogen is fed up with everyone's expectations of her. She has a tendency to take off when things get too difficult to handle. With each other, they find the confidence to lower the facade and give in to their true selves. Until one of them goes missing.
The first thing I will tell you about this book is to not read too much about it. Just let the story sweep you away, okay? When I flipped open the first page and the chapter was numbered "19", I already knew that E. Lockhart had once again nailed it. Upon flipping through, I realized that the story was being told in reverse, with the most recent happening being covered by the first chapter. You may think that in a murder mystery, that sort of spoils the whole climax. But no, dear friend. Almost every chapter unravels some part of the mystery, and yet there's so much more to be known that you are fully invested in the novel. From the first paragraph, E. Lockhart digs her narrative talons deep into your mind, refusing to let go till the very end (and in my case, even after that). Her writing style, as usual, is crisp and tantalizing. She is not one for long sentences. Especially when she can deliver a punch with fewer words than most.
The plot of the novel asserts just how complex and sensitive the human mind is. While the storyline is similar to something I've read before, it is the structure of the book and its characters that steal the show. Imogen reminds me of Alison from the Pretty Little Liars series by Sara Shepard. She puts on this artificial persona to draw people in. And when she's bored of them, she doesn't give two hoots. Jule has so many layers that, as we delve deeper into the book, become more clear. We come to understand her mindset as being rooted from her experiences of the past. What we see of the other characters is from the perspective of Jule and Immie. You reach a point in the novel where you don't know what to believe, which is something I really like in psychological thrillers. Genuine Fraud is fast paced and makes for a killer book that is going to leave you screaming. E. Lockhart has now become one of my auto-buy authors. I will simply devour anything she writes. If you haven't gotten around to reading it yet, don't waste time. Just please pick it up. I urge you.
What do you get out of it? A murder mystery that slowly backtracks over the astounding truths about family and friendship.
Thank you Bloomsbury India for sending me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
The first thing I will tell you about this book is to not read too much about it. Just let the story sweep you away, okay? When I flipped open the first page and the chapter was numbered "19", I already knew that E. Lockhart had once again nailed it. Upon flipping through, I realized that the story was being told in reverse, with the most recent happening being covered by the first chapter. You may think that in a murder mystery, that sort of spoils the whole climax. But no, dear friend. Almost every chapter unravels some part of the mystery, and yet there's so much more to be known that you are fully invested in the novel. From the first paragraph, E. Lockhart digs her narrative talons deep into your mind, refusing to let go till the very end (and in my case, even after that). Her writing style, as usual, is crisp and tantalizing. She is not one for long sentences. Especially when she can deliver a punch with fewer words than most.
The plot of the novel asserts just how complex and sensitive the human mind is. While the storyline is similar to something I've read before, it is the structure of the book and its characters that steal the show. Imogen reminds me of Alison from the Pretty Little Liars series by Sara Shepard. She puts on this artificial persona to draw people in. And when she's bored of them, she doesn't give two hoots. Jule has so many layers that, as we delve deeper into the book, become more clear. We come to understand her mindset as being rooted from her experiences of the past. What we see of the other characters is from the perspective of Jule and Immie. You reach a point in the novel where you don't know what to believe, which is something I really like in psychological thrillers. Genuine Fraud is fast paced and makes for a killer book that is going to leave you screaming. E. Lockhart has now become one of my auto-buy authors. I will simply devour anything she writes. If you haven't gotten around to reading it yet, don't waste time. Just please pick it up. I urge you.
What do you get out of it? A murder mystery that slowly backtracks over the astounding truths about family and friendship.
Thank you Bloomsbury India for sending me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
shatterstarfire37's review
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
4.5