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3.39 AVERAGE
3.39 AVERAGE
2.5 Just not that great on details, execution and writing.
A slow paced thriller that although it keeps you hooked and is mildly enjoyable, felt a bit predictable and possibly over-troped.
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dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Good book. Almost but not quite good enough to give it 5 stars.
Best friends Grace and Charlie were inseparable throughout their childhood, but shortly after Grace's 18th birthday, Charlie left without warning, leaving a note for Grace asking for her forgiveness. But forgiveness for what?
Years pass before Grace sees Charlie again, but before she has a chance to talk to her about why she left so abruptly, Charlie dies, leaving Grace devastated and feeling as if she were somehow the cause of it all. Desperate for answers, Grace unearths the memory box she and Charlie buried ten years earlier, and finds a letter inside. In it, Charlie confesses her wish to find her father, whose name she never know. Grace decides to find Charlie's father; after getting his name from Charlie's mother, she begins an online search for him with the help of her boyfriend, Dan. She is contacted by Anna, the half-sister Charlie never knew.
Grace immediately bonds with Anna, who is eager to learn more about her lost sister, and she allows Anna to move into the home she shares with Dan. He's not happy about the situation and wants Anna to leave, but Grace is comforted by Anna's presence, and not just because of the link to Charlie; someone is stalking Grace. Phone calls from someone who never speaks, and a red car that always seems to be lurking nearby have Grace on edge. Her relationship with Dan is strained, and she's afraid to be alone. Fallout after an incident at work have her convinced someone wants to hurt her, but who... and why?
Jensen's debut novel, The Sister, is psychological thriller at its finest. Flashbacks to the past serve to deepen the mystery of Charlie's disappearance, giving just enough insight to tantalize without revealing anything too soon, and hinting at Grace's own mysterious past. Each discovery of the past (and present) leads to more questions in this skillfully written thriller. It will have you questioning the motives of all the main characters, leading to a stunning revelation that will blow you away. Treat yourself to a delicious summer read with The Sister, and put Louise Jensen on your author radar. Trust me... you'll be glad you did.
I received an advance review copy of this book courtesy of Bookouture and Netgalley.
Years pass before Grace sees Charlie again, but before she has a chance to talk to her about why she left so abruptly, Charlie dies, leaving Grace devastated and feeling as if she were somehow the cause of it all. Desperate for answers, Grace unearths the memory box she and Charlie buried ten years earlier, and finds a letter inside. In it, Charlie confesses her wish to find her father, whose name she never know. Grace decides to find Charlie's father; after getting his name from Charlie's mother, she begins an online search for him with the help of her boyfriend, Dan. She is contacted by Anna, the half-sister Charlie never knew.
Grace immediately bonds with Anna, who is eager to learn more about her lost sister, and she allows Anna to move into the home she shares with Dan. He's not happy about the situation and wants Anna to leave, but Grace is comforted by Anna's presence, and not just because of the link to Charlie; someone is stalking Grace. Phone calls from someone who never speaks, and a red car that always seems to be lurking nearby have Grace on edge. Her relationship with Dan is strained, and she's afraid to be alone. Fallout after an incident at work have her convinced someone wants to hurt her, but who... and why?
Jensen's debut novel, The Sister, is psychological thriller at its finest. Flashbacks to the past serve to deepen the mystery of Charlie's disappearance, giving just enough insight to tantalize without revealing anything too soon, and hinting at Grace's own mysterious past. Each discovery of the past (and present) leads to more questions in this skillfully written thriller. It will have you questioning the motives of all the main characters, leading to a stunning revelation that will blow you away. Treat yourself to a delicious summer read with The Sister, and put Louise Jensen on your author radar. Trust me... you'll be glad you did.
I received an advance review copy of this book courtesy of Bookouture and Netgalley.
The writing was okay, but I feel that it needed more work to make it "great." There's a lot of then-and-now writings/reflections. I'm wondering if it isn't too much jumping back-and-forth.
The characters have potential, but I can't help but think there is something missing to make it feel dynamic.
All in all, I think the potential is there, but it's not something I would re-read.
The characters have potential, but I can't help but think there is something missing to make it feel dynamic.
All in all, I think the potential is there, but it's not something I would re-read.
dark
emotional
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I liked it, but I didn't love it. I think I didn't love it because it was a bit chick heavy, leaving the only male character a bit weak. On the plus side, there was a lot of tension, and while I mostly worked out the secret, it was a kicker. Well done on a good first novel!