245 reviews for:

False Note

David Lagercrantz

2.64 AVERAGE


A quick and disturbing novella. 

David Lagercrantz tells a story of an abusive father and his meek son in a way that keeps you engaged and questioning what is going to happen. I was not expecting that ending and I look forward to reading more of David's work in the future.

Graham Halstead did a great job narrating this story. I look forward to listening to more of Graham's work as well.
dark mysterious tense fast-paced
mysterious fast-paced
dark 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
dark mysterious sad slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
dark mysterious 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
reflective tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

I was racking my brain on why the author's name felt familiar and then I realized - this guy was the one who continued Stieg Larsson's Millenium series! (which I have yet to continue). It makes sense. The flow of this story is reminiscent of that series and I'm now a little more confident that the Millenium series will get its due with this author. If Girl With the Dragon Tattoo is not to your vibes, you might not enjoy this one.

Of the Alibis collection, this one I wished was longer. I'm left with questions that I want answered but at the same time, I'm not really left unsatisfied with how it was ended.
mysterious fast-paced
dark mysterious tense medium-paced

Super short at just 41 pages or just over an hour of audio, this was a punchy, fast paced read about a father and son’s toxic relationship and the betrayal and tension between them. Definitely my least favourite of the collection so far, with super unlikeable characters, but very thought provoking nonetheless!