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3.88 AVERAGE
3.88 AVERAGE
fast-paced
Lots of twists and turns that really suck you into the true-crime story. Short chapters makes it a fast read. I liked heather’s character as she finds herself in the middle of kidnappings and muders.
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
What an absolute treat! The vivid setting of a small town brimming with quirky characters and the intriguing element of tunnels beneath every home immediately pulled me in. While the overarching mystery's direction became clear, the journey itself was captivating, clever, and nicely written. Even with a familiar happy ending (which I’m usually not a big fan of), the storytelling was so engaging that it felt perfectly satisfying, even though it was a bit tangled and messy at the end. A solid 4.5 stars – would definitely recommend!!
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-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
dark
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book kept me guessing. I always thought I had it figured out and something new would happen. Definitely recommend!!
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
This was an in-depth, heart-wrenching read. It captured heartbreak, strength, the fear of the unknown, death, and even a sense of rebirth—all masterfully rolled into one. Jess Lourey crafted a story that serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of truth, even when it hurts. She shows us that even when something appears broken or deformed—by accident or trauma—there is still beauty that can shine through.
This was my first Jess Lourey book, and I’ve already started compiling a list of her other works. I felt completely immersed in the world of Pantown, as if I were one of Heather’s friends (preferably not one of the deceased ones—a small spoiler there!).
A fantastic, gripping read that held my attention from beginning to end.