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2.65 AVERAGE
2.65 AVERAGE
slow-paced
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
I love the plot idea however for me it was poorly executed, the writing style was all over the place which caused confusion in parts, the twist wasn't a twist at all and was very predictable. The first 3rd of the books wasn't too bad, but as the book went on it got worse, I only finished as I wanted to see what the BIG twist was only to be highly disappointed.
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
I really enjoyed this book, the twist I didn't see coming, but it wasn't until after 300+ pages that you start to get an idea of what's actually happening, even after finishing the book it's not written what the theme is, and it's more of a guess but a good gun read! I like a book I can't predict
This was a strange one and about a quarterway in I realised It was extremely familiar and I must have read this before but i still only had a vague inkling so it must have been a fair while back. I hadn't even logged it on Goodreads so no idea when. So basically I've now read this twice and as it apparently didn't stick the first time it wasn't that memorable. But I was committed as I was a fair way in so I continued.
If I had to describe this I'd say it's a horror but only in a very loose sense as it wasn't really scary just creepy and strange, so maybe domestic horror is the best label. It is told from three POV's Amy and Mick a married couple who are floundering and in danger of losing their family restaurant and their teenage son Kyle. There is also a younger daughter who completes the Nash family.
It was quite a confusing read but also equally compelling as I definitely felt the urge to keep going and discover just what the creepy neighbours the Renders were involved in and how this all connected to the Nash's, Obviously because I've read this before I was already slightly aware.
Did I enjoy this? Well to a point I did, it's all going to depend on if you gel with the writing style which at times was not that comprehensive to decipher. It excelled in its obscurity which was definitely intentional and meant to keep you in the dark. I was discovering everything alongside Amy and Mick. What I will say is I don't think it deserves its extremely low Goodreads overall score and i would still read this author again.
If I had to describe this I'd say it's a horror but only in a very loose sense as it wasn't really scary just creepy and strange, so maybe domestic horror is the best label. It is told from three POV's Amy and Mick a married couple who are floundering and in danger of losing their family restaurant and their teenage son Kyle. There is also a younger daughter who completes the Nash family.
It was quite a confusing read but also equally compelling as I definitely felt the urge to keep going and discover just what the creepy neighbours the Renders were involved in and how this all connected to the Nash's, Obviously because I've read this before I was already slightly aware.
Did I enjoy this? Well to a point I did, it's all going to depend on if you gel with the writing style which at times was not that comprehensive to decipher. It excelled in its obscurity which was definitely intentional and meant to keep you in the dark. I was discovering everything alongside Amy and Mick. What I will say is I don't think it deserves its extremely low Goodreads overall score and i would still read this author again.
Alright, let's tackle "The People Next Door" by Christopher Ransom—aka the rollercoaster ride that left me scratching my head, but in a good way (mostly).
Now, I get it, some folks out there are throwing shade at this book like it's a piñata full of disappointment. And yeah, it's a bit of a marathon read—I mean, I practically had to pack a lunch for each chapter. The author's writing style? Let's just say it's like trying to follow a GPS with a mind of its own. But hey, where's the fun in reading if it doesn't give your brain a little workout, am I right?
But let's cut to the chase: the story itself? Gripping, my friend. Not exactly Stephen King levels of scary, but it definitely had me checking under my bed a few times. And just when I thought I had it all figured out, BAM! Plot twist smacks me right in the face like a surprise birthday cake.
Now, about that ending—kinda like a firework that fizzles out instead of going out with a bang. It's not terrible, just a tad underwhelming, like the grand finale got stuck in traffic.
Overall? Not too shabby. I mean, I've read worse books with better ratings—go figure. So, if you're up for a mental workout and don't mind a few twists and turns along the way, give "The People Next Door" a whirl. Just don't forget to pack some snacks and a roadmap for the author's writing style.
Now, I get it, some folks out there are throwing shade at this book like it's a piñata full of disappointment. And yeah, it's a bit of a marathon read—I mean, I practically had to pack a lunch for each chapter. The author's writing style? Let's just say it's like trying to follow a GPS with a mind of its own. But hey, where's the fun in reading if it doesn't give your brain a little workout, am I right?
But let's cut to the chase: the story itself? Gripping, my friend. Not exactly Stephen King levels of scary, but it definitely had me checking under my bed a few times. And just when I thought I had it all figured out, BAM! Plot twist smacks me right in the face like a surprise birthday cake.
Now, about that ending—kinda like a firework that fizzles out instead of going out with a bang. It's not terrible, just a tad underwhelming, like the grand finale got stuck in traffic.
Overall? Not too shabby. I mean, I've read worse books with better ratings—go figure. So, if you're up for a mental workout and don't mind a few twists and turns along the way, give "The People Next Door" a whirl. Just don't forget to pack some snacks and a roadmap for the author's writing style.
I don't usually write reviews but I'm sorry, I wouldn't even call this a story. I barely got 100 pages in and I was confused beyond belief. Ended up putting it back on the shelf.
dark
medium-paced
Couldn't finish it. I found it was dragged out, the supposed "tension" was non-existent and the twist at the end which I skipped to was the conclusion I had come to all along.
Very disappointing because I find with Christopher Ransom the premise of the novel is always good, it has potential to be a good gripping story but when it comes down to it the execution just isn't up to it. I don't think I'll waste my time with this author again, life's too short to read bad books!
Very disappointing because I find with Christopher Ransom the premise of the novel is always good, it has potential to be a good gripping story but when it comes down to it the execution just isn't up to it. I don't think I'll waste my time with this author again, life's too short to read bad books!
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Reading through the reviews to this has baffled me. I have no idea what even happened in this book. The synopsis was misleading and didn't descrive the book at all. To me, the book was going to be a psychological thriller but this wasn't that. Please feel free to explain what even went on to me because i'm confused and disappointed!