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tiffha13's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
shesaidwhowhat's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
ashham109's review
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
thewitchykitty's review
5.0
Dark, Southern Gothic Novel
This was quite unexpected, I didn’t think the story would unravel the way it did but it was brilliantly done. A dark, southern gothic novel based on an island full of ghost stories and violent murders. This was the perfect read for this time of year!
This does have a little fantasy element, but it seems mostly contemporary with an eerie atmosphere and some seriously tense moments.
That forest scene!
This was quite unexpected, I didn’t think the story would unravel the way it did but it was brilliantly done. A dark, southern gothic novel based on an island full of ghost stories and violent murders. This was the perfect read for this time of year!
This does have a little fantasy element, but it seems mostly contemporary with an eerie atmosphere and some seriously tense moments.
That forest scene!
marialopes0's review against another edition
3.0
Actual rating: 3.7 stars.
Merged review:
Actual rating: 3.7 stars.
Merged review:
Actual rating: 3.7 stars.
libraryofiris's review
4.0
The Isle of Sin and Shadows is my third Keri Lake book, and I can say, without a doubt, she’s become one of my favorite authors. In her books, including this one, you can tell how much passion and dedication she puts into developing compelling and unique stories.
One of the things I love about Keri’s writing is the world-building. It’s effortless getting lost in the setting, and I always wish Keri would write more stories set in those places. The Isle of Sin and Shadows is set on a fictitious island off the coast of Louisiana where residents speak a fictional language. Keri provides background information for the history of the island's name and includes a glossary in the book, making the story feel all the more compelling.
(I especially loved this one since I’m a big fan of the New Orleans atmosphere, and this just prompted me to plan a vacation there soon.)
The story itself is fantastic! It has ghost stories, a cult, Lousiana marshes, and a slow-burn romance. I would say the mystery/thriller aspect of the story sits at the forefront, so don’t go into this one expecting pure romance. Seeing all the puzzle pieces fall into place at the end was satisfying and made me love Keri’s stories even more.
If you know me and my reading habits, you’ll know I listen to playlists while reading books. Well, Keri has a Spotify playlist for The Isle of Sin and Shadows, and wow! The entire playlist encapsulates the book perfectly, and I found some new favorite songs!
My next Keri Lake read will most likely be the Nightshade series, and I’m beyond excited to start it!
renaes01's review against another edition
4.0
I really liked this book but work is ruining my life so it took forever to read lol.
I really love the gothic elements in Keri Lake’s book. The atmosphere and the setting was genuinely creepy and some scenes actually scared me. I also love her writing and story telling because it really sucks you in.
Celeste was a great main character and Thierry was sooo hot. They had so much chemistry and tension but the one thing I will say is that I think Thierry flipping from cold to obsessed with Celeste was a bit quick but in the end I didn’t care.
Merged review:
I really liked this book but work is ruining my life so it took forever to read lol.
I really love the gothic elements in Keri Lake’s book. The atmosphere and the setting was genuinely creepy and some scenes actually scared me. I also love her writing and story telling because it really sucks you in.
Celeste was a great main character and Thierry was sooo hot. They had so much chemistry and tension but the one thing I will say is that I think Thierry flipping from cold to obsessed with Celeste was a bit quick but in the end I didn’t care.
I really love the gothic elements in Keri Lake’s book. The atmosphere and the setting was genuinely creepy and some scenes actually scared me. I also love her writing and story telling because it really sucks you in.
Celeste was a great main character and Thierry was sooo hot. They had so much chemistry and tension but the one thing I will say is that I think Thierry flipping from cold to obsessed with Celeste was a bit quick but in the end I didn’t care.
Merged review:
I really liked this book but work is ruining my life so it took forever to read lol.
I really love the gothic elements in Keri Lake’s book. The atmosphere and the setting was genuinely creepy and some scenes actually scared me. I also love her writing and story telling because it really sucks you in.
Celeste was a great main character and Thierry was sooo hot. They had so much chemistry and tension but the one thing I will say is that I think Thierry flipping from cold to obsessed with Celeste was a bit quick but in the end I didn’t care.
jessicah_25's review
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-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
3.5