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3.78 AVERAGE
3.78 AVERAGE
I did enjoy this book but thought it was predictable. Was waiting for more twists but never came.
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I enjoyed the majority of the book. Hitting the last 70 pages I slowed down significantly. But getting down to the last 30 pages the twist at the end made it all entirely worth it. Crazy take on the whole book.
dark
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
The start was a bit slow. I did enjoy the middle when things started the ramp up but the ending/twist didn’t like at all.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness
Moderate: Rape, Sexual assault, Murder
Minor: Addiction
I found this to be such a captivating thriller. The description was enough to get me hooked: Hen and her husband Lloyd go over to their new neighbor's house for dinner one night when she finds a trophy on his mantle that she's convinced matches the one that was missing from a murder victim's home two years ago.
Hen had become obsessed with the murder case, and though she had put it behind her after starting a new treatment for her bipolar disorder, seeing the trophy brings it all back - and Hen becomes convinced her new neighbor is the killer.
With twist after twist, I stopped even making predictions halfway through, realizing it wasn't going to be a cookie-cutter ending for a thriller. I'm pleased to say I was right, and the ending truly did not disappoint.
This was so well written; the characters were fleshed out and avoided the typical tropes assigned to those roles in many other thrillers. I definitely recommend this one if you're looking for something twisty (but smart!) to get sucked into!
Hen had become obsessed with the murder case, and though she had put it behind her after starting a new treatment for her bipolar disorder, seeing the trophy brings it all back - and Hen becomes convinced her new neighbor is the killer.
With twist after twist, I stopped even making predictions halfway through, realizing it wasn't going to be a cookie-cutter ending for a thriller. I'm pleased to say I was right, and the ending truly did not disappoint.
This was so well written; the characters were fleshed out and avoided the typical tropes assigned to those roles in many other thrillers. I definitely recommend this one if you're looking for something twisty (but smart!) to get sucked into!
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Interesting twist
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
4.5 - only because I give 5 stars to books I would reread and I am happy with the one-and-done nature of this story. I listened to the audiobook read by Sophie Amoss and she did a great job.
The story could be considered predictable to those who are avid fans of this genre, but I plugged in, turned my brain off and just had a good time. The way it’s written makes it easy to do that - fairly fast paced, new information learned in every chapter, although a little 2-dimensional I did like a majority of the characters, and the switching POVs kept things interesting as well.
This was a fun ride, and looking back you can definitely recall moments or throw-away lines that foreshadowed the ending - again, probably would be considered predictable by those well-read in this genre but I enjoyed the journey nonetheless
The story could be considered predictable to those who are avid fans of this genre, but I plugged in, turned my brain off and just had a good time. The way it’s written makes it easy to do that - fairly fast paced, new information learned in every chapter, although a little 2-dimensional I did like a majority of the characters, and the switching POVs kept things interesting as well.
This was a fun ride, and looking back you can definitely recall moments or throw-away lines that foreshadowed the ending - again, probably would be considered predictable by those well-read in this genre but I enjoyed the journey nonetheless
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
mysterious
fast-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:
Yes
If you are a thriller/mystery genre-loving reader, then this is a book that will not disappoint. The premise is already intriguing, but the story's execution keeps you on your toes and afterward provides some thought-provoking reflection once done reading.
Throughout this story, many complex themes stay with you once done reading; one theme highlighted throughout the book is the abuse and objectification towards women, which all characters deal and cope with differently.
Having the main character, Hen, have a mental illness provided high stakes throughout the story since others consistently viewed her as an unreliable witness to the atrocities committed by her neighbor, Matthew. Having her repeatedly viewed as "crazy" by the other characters was realistic since we live in a society that very much is antagonistic towards people with mental illness kept the story moving forward. As a reader, you never knew what would happen next.
This fast-paced story with twists and turns throughout was a delight to read. I look forward to reading more books from this author.
Throughout this story, many complex themes stay with you once done reading; one theme highlighted throughout the book is the abuse and objectification towards women, which all characters deal and cope with differently.
Having the main character, Hen, have a mental illness provided high stakes throughout the story since others consistently viewed her as an unreliable witness to the atrocities committed by her neighbor, Matthew. Having her repeatedly viewed as "crazy" by the other characters was realistic since we live in a society that very much is antagonistic towards people with mental illness kept the story moving forward. As a reader, you never knew what would happen next.
This fast-paced story with twists and turns throughout was a delight to read. I look forward to reading more books from this author.