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slbeck94's review against another edition
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
kris102b's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
peachhobbies's review
Might revisit this. I just couldn’t get into liking any of the characters.
ardillalectora's review against another edition
4.0
Me sentí identificada con el miedo que sentían de muchas de las personajes, esas sonrisas fingidas que detrás esconden temor o incomodidad cuando un hombre se pone insistente y no entiende un 'No'.
Muchas veces he pensando en esa alternativa, la de un vigilante anónimo, y leer este libro me dió esa satisfacción
Muchas veces he pensando en esa alternativa, la de un vigilante anónimo, y leer este libro me dió esa satisfacción
kiki6k's review
dark
emotional
informative
slow-paced
3.0
An intriguing premise is bogged down by a slow pace in this story of college girls in conflict. Despite strong writing, the one-dimensional portrayal of men weakens the narrative.
lilysbookse's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
kellylacey's review against another edition
4.0
I just finished reading Dot Hutchison’s latest book, Dead Waters, and let me tell you, it was a totally thrilling read. The book covers an important topic that’s relevant to the #MeToo era, and the suspense had me hooked from start to finish.
The story follows a group of college students, including Rebecca Sorley and her roommate Ellie. When a male student’s body is found in alligator-infested waters, followed by another body with a link to the same fraternity and reputation for preying on women, the campus is in an uproar. The students begin to suspect a vigilante killer is targeting rapists, and Ellie’s previous threats to kill men who don’t take no for an answer start to raise eyebrows.
As the story progresses, the tension builds and the reader is left wondering who is responsible for the murders. While the book is slightly repetitive towards the end, it doesn’t detract from the overall impact of the story.
Hutchison tackles the issue of sexual assault on college campuses with sensitivity and depth, and her characters are complex and relatable. Dead Waters is a page-turner that I would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys a good mystery or suspenseful thriller.
The story follows a group of college students, including Rebecca Sorley and her roommate Ellie. When a male student’s body is found in alligator-infested waters, followed by another body with a link to the same fraternity and reputation for preying on women, the campus is in an uproar. The students begin to suspect a vigilante killer is targeting rapists, and Ellie’s previous threats to kill men who don’t take no for an answer start to raise eyebrows.
As the story progresses, the tension builds and the reader is left wondering who is responsible for the murders. While the book is slightly repetitive towards the end, it doesn’t detract from the overall impact of the story.
Hutchison tackles the issue of sexual assault on college campuses with sensitivity and depth, and her characters are complex and relatable. Dead Waters is a page-turner that I would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys a good mystery or suspenseful thriller.