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3.66 AVERAGE
3.66 AVERAGE
wasn't wowed but kept me entertained while i worked so. i don't have much complaints other than i hate henry kimball as a main character but it makes sense that the former cop would be unethical at every turn. lily is by far the most interesting character in this series so at least there's that. hated how little she was in it tho.
Nonsense
This book was so ridiculous. Henry and Lily had a weird friendship after she tried to kill him. He remained oddly obsessed with her. He was extra creepy in this book. He continued to write his silly limericks. Joan and her storyline was so far-fetched. Then Lily going after Joan made it even worse. I was excited about this book because I wanted to know what would happen when Lily’s hiding place was uncovered. Nothing happened! It was so anticlimactic. I don’t understand the point of this book at all. It sucked.
Do yourself a favor and never listen to this via audiobook. The male narrator has the most grating voice. I really dislike Kimball and think he’s extremely creepy so I did not enjoy reading from his POV nearly as much as the other characters. This was going to be a 2 star, but I really liked the ending and reading from Lily’s POV.
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
While a stand alone book, it’s better read as a continuation to “A Worth Killing.” The plot & characters were almost identical to the first book.
If you’re looking for an easy read: this is your book. Otherwise, stay clear.
If you’re looking for an easy read: this is your book. Otherwise, stay clear.
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
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
i enjoyed this one. as a sequel to a novel that felt firmly stand-alone, i wondered where the author would take the story/characters. while there are references to what occurred in the previous installment, the meat of this story is original. new murders/murderers to unmask. deeper dive into the characters we met last book, without sacrificing the exploration of the newly introduced characters.
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
4⭐️ — Everywhere Joan goes, death follows. Kimball is starting to realize that Joan isn’t who she says she is. From Richard’s cousin Dwayne to her best friend Madison and then her husband Richard, Joan has been the constant in the equation. Henry Kimball remembers from when he used to substitute back in his younger days but never imagined she was involved. So who else to talk to? Lily Kitner.
The Kind Worth Savings unravels a story about one of the most popular girls in school and a nobody seek out to eliminate those they don’t like. It spans from when they first met during summer vacation well into their adult years as they reunite. Richard thought their shared love for killing was more than what it was … he loved Joan but was his love for her eventually going to put his own life at risk?
The way Peter Swanson tied the two stories together was pretty clever and the story between Joan and Richard was amazing. Almost like a modern day Bonnie and Clyde. I also loved the dynamic between Lily and Henry — it’s like a form of respect has budded between the two.
The chapters kept you on your toes because you didn’t know how the next chapter would begin. It could’ve been multiple ways. I loved how even though it jumped between timelines you didn’t get lost and he mentioned something from the previous chapter to tie it in together. If you loved the Kind Worth Killing you’ll love the direction that this one went in.
The Kind Worth Savings unravels a story about one of the most popular girls in school and a nobody seek out to eliminate those they don’t like. It spans from when they first met during summer vacation well into their adult years as they reunite. Richard thought their shared love for killing was more than what it was … he loved Joan but was his love for her eventually going to put his own life at risk?
The way Peter Swanson tied the two stories together was pretty clever and the story between Joan and Richard was amazing. Almost like a modern day Bonnie and Clyde. I also loved the dynamic between Lily and Henry — it’s like a form of respect has budded between the two.
The chapters kept you on your toes because you didn’t know how the next chapter would begin. It could’ve been multiple ways. I loved how even though it jumped between timelines you didn’t get lost and he mentioned something from the previous chapter to tie it in together. If you loved the Kind Worth Killing you’ll love the direction that this one went in.
it was good but wish i reread the first one before reading because i could have used context. probably why it took me so long to finish