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ebscaggs's review against another edition
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Sexual violence, and Violence
Moderate: Rape
yvonne_aaf's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I have conflicting feelings about this book - in terms of the emotions this book made me feel, I think it was a solid 5, especially as it was the first thriller I’ve read that I would consider had a horror element to it. If you want to be scared when you read, this a good choice! However, looking at the bones of the actual plot, I have to say that certain anchors that the book relies upon you believing just weren’t that believable (upon reflection). It’s a bit slow to start, but once you’re in it, you’re hooked.
The story concept is so intriguing, I love anything that deals withmale violence towards women, the patriarchy, and misogyny and I think this book depicted it in a way that I haven’t seen elsewhere.
Peter Swanson is fast becoming a favourite author!
The story concept is so intriguing, I love anything that deals with
Peter Swanson is fast becoming a favourite author!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Murder, Gun violence, and Sexual violence
naomibender's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, and Sexual violence
carissa230's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Abigail met an extremely rich man, fell in love, and got married...kind of. On her honeymoon Abigail has a one night stand (really in love), but then decides she really does love him. She continues with the marriage because he's super rich she loves him.
She is relaxing and enjoying her reclusive honeymoon, when she sees him. She is so caught up in his presence that she doesn't notice the strangeness of the island around her.
She is relaxing and enjoying her reclusive honeymoon, when she sees him. She is so caught up in his presence that she doesn't notice the strangeness of the island around her.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Violence, Stalking, and Sexual content
Moderate: Murder, Rape, Vomit, and Confinement
Minor: Sexual violence
unphilosophize's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
I love Swanson’s writing, but the pacing of the book was a bit weird.
I found it hard to get into and keep interested.
I liked the ideas.
I found it hard to get into and keep interested.
I liked the ideas.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Murder, Stalking, and Sexism
Moderate: Infidelity, Rape, Sexual violence, and Sexual assault
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