Reviews

The Match by Harlan Coben

annaberry717's review against another edition

adventurous dark mysterious 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? No

5.0

bethersjayne's review against another edition

challenging dark mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

bookwormandtheatremouse's review

challenging dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

aposternak's review against another edition

adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

pupandpint's review against another edition

adventurous mysterious fast-paced

3.0

roelia's review against another edition

4.0

Firstly, just to be informed that this is book number two in a series – because I very quickly realised that when I approached this as a stand-alone novel. It follows “The Boy From The Woods”. I should really do my homework a bit better! But that didn’t really interfere with my enjoyment of “The Match”. There were parts where I felt that it would have been nice to have the “full picture”, but I could make my own assumptions where needed. Harlan Coben is such an expert when it comes to intriguing story lines and action-filled thrillers, that it is easy to get into the swing of things.

The use of genealogy databases and DNA matching for Joe Public (in the USA) came to the forefront when the “Golden State Killer” case was finally solved, so as a true crime fan I find this idea fascinating.

You will enjoy this book if you enjoy:
• Plot twists
• Online/Social Media trope
• Intrigue
• Multi-layered thrillers
• Short chapters (this is a natural win for me)

Thank you to Penguin Books SA for this book, in exchange for an honest review.

Rating - 4/5 rounded up

blessedjess's review against another edition

4.0

This is my first Harlan Coben and I see why so many people must read his books. His characters are fun without being overly quirky. The mystery was good but not overwrought with twists and turns. While not a blow my mind book it was a good read and I’m very likely to pick up another Harlan Coben. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book!

clairegarns's review against another edition

adventurous emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

4.5

paperdreamsblog's review against another edition

emotional hopeful mysterious sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

_pauline's review against another edition

dark mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix

2.75