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aoffeiaddo's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
djr100's review against another edition
3.0
I have been a big fan of John Hart’s book but this one wasn’t his best for me. It was a page-turning thriller for sure but this was just a bit over the top for me.
meierj1977's review against another edition
I loved this book! All of his books have been good, but this was my favorite so far.
katieparks's review against another edition
3.0
3.5/5 I liked the story. The reveal of so many layers kept me actively listening to this. Just when you think Hart is about to wrap things up in a nice little bow, he reveals how/why someone else died. I felt the timing of the reveal of the killer was good and liked how the book unfurled things with you instead for you. I was glad to do some guesswork until the killer became clear.
However, some of the characters- mainly the female characters- could have used some more thought. The audio book didn’t help things with Elena’s awful attempt at a Spanish accent that constantly sounded like a hopeless damsel in distress- a fact compounded by the writing.
Regardless- an enjoyable thriller. Will be looking into Hart’s previous work.
However, some of the characters- mainly the female characters- could have used some more thought. The audio book didn’t help things with Elena’s awful attempt at a Spanish accent that constantly sounded like a hopeless damsel in distress- a fact compounded by the writing.
Regardless- an enjoyable thriller. Will be looking into Hart’s previous work.
dfculver's review against another edition
3.0
I did receive this book free through Goodreads giveaway program.
I just finished this book today, and thought that it was a really well written book.
The characters and setting are really developed throughout the whole story. I felt like I had a good idea of who Michael was, and who Abigail was.
The overall plot was fairly standard for a 'who-dun-it' work, with a slight twist that is revealed a little early, in my opinion.
Overall though, I would recommend this poem to anyone interested in a good 'who-dun-it' type novel mixed with mafia.
I just finished this book today, and thought that it was a really well written book.
The characters and setting are really developed throughout the whole story. I felt like I had a good idea of who Michael was, and who Abigail was.
The overall plot was fairly standard for a 'who-dun-it' work, with a slight twist that is revealed a little early, in my opinion.
Overall though, I would recommend this poem to anyone interested in a good 'who-dun-it' type novel mixed with mafia.
mmc6661's review against another edition
3.0
John Hart is becoming one of my new favorites among suspense and mystery writers ! Fast paced and lots of action in this one, although not quite the novel that The Last Child was. I wish he would of focused more on the story behind the story seeing that this was the most interesting plot. There was a lot going on in this book and I think we may have missed some of the best parts of the characters. Still though it was very entertaining and hard to put down. If you have not read The Last Child by Hart I would highly recommend you read it, his best and one the best novels I have read recently ! Anxious to see what he writes next.
barbaraskalberg's review against another edition
3.0
Sort of the same character as is in all these types of stories... basically a good guy, but a horrible childhood that ultimately makes him into a killer. He wants out. Revenge. Complications. In the end, it's a good story, if a little formulaic. Very testosterone-y. I appreciate the moderation of language and the absence of gratuitous sex and violence.
bakersmom's review against another edition
5.0
What a rush! Iron House will keep you focused on what's happening in the story so it can come around from the back and surprise you with a twist.
Michael and Julian are brothers who grew up separately, but always connected. Michael continues to protect Julian after he is adopted and on into adulthood. Michael has always bee the stronger brother, mentally and physically, and will do whatever it takes to keep his younger brother safe.
Michael and Julian are brothers who grew up separately, but always connected. Michael continues to protect Julian after he is adopted and on into adulthood. Michael has always bee the stronger brother, mentally and physically, and will do whatever it takes to keep his younger brother safe.
bmg20's review against another edition
2.0
This was my first John Hart novel that I won through First Reads!
I love a good mystery but this one was lacking, majorly IMO. Slow start, lacking in credibility, un-original plot line... I could go on and in detail but I will spare you. I've read many reviews that have said this is not his best work so if another John Hart novel just happens to fall in my lap I'll try not to judge him too harshly based solely on Iron House.
I love a good mystery but this one was lacking, majorly IMO. Slow start, lacking in credibility, un-original plot line... I could go on and in detail but I will spare you. I've read many reviews that have said this is not his best work so if another John Hart novel just happens to fall in my lap I'll try not to judge him too harshly based solely on Iron House.
mrslaww612's review against another edition
5.0
I LOVE John Hart's books! I have recommended them to everyone!