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bringmybooks's review
challenging
dark
sad
tense
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
3.25
Rating each element of the book out of 5★, then dividing to get my overall rating:
Characters ★★★
Atmosphere ★★★★
Writing ★★★
Plot ★★★
Intrigue ★★★★
Logic ★★
Enjoyment ★★★
Pacing ★★★
Dialogue ★★
Overall Rating: ★★★ / 3.25
Content Warnings
Minor: Cursing, Gaslighting, Injury/Injury detail, Infidelity, Child abuse, Kidnapping, Blood, Abandonment, Violence, Alcohol, and Murder
siobhanward's review
dark
mysterious
fast-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? Yes
4.0
I can't remember the last time I was so engrossed by a thriller. I think I overdid the genre during the pandemic and found myself bored with it. However, I don't know if it was the plot, the characters or both that drew me in, but I couldn't put this book down. It reminded me a lot of Big Little Lies in a very good way and kept me on the edge of my seat. While some plot aspects were obvious to me, I still really enjoyed the book and enjoyed being able to piece things together before they were revealed. Maybe it's because this booked toed the line between thriller and drama, but regardless, I'm looking forward to reading more from Richell.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Death
Moderate: Infidelity
mysterymom40's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-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? It's complicated
2.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Stalking, Toxic relationship, Toxic friendship, Murder, Fatphobia, Gaslighting, and Violence
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