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marissae0630's review against another edition
dark
informative
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
laurenjodi's review against another edition
4.0
Unspeakable
3.5 Stars
A good mix of romance and suspense although the characters' backstories are not sufficiently fleshed out.
Elaina and Troy have strong chemistry and their relationship is satisfying overall. Nevertheless, Griffin fails to provide any real depth of feeling or intensity of emotion in their romance. There is a sense that something real exists between them, but this potential is never fully realized.
The serial killer plot is rather run-of-the-mill with nothing that really distinguishes it from the many similar storylines in the genre. That said, there are some exciting scenes and the geocaching element is intriguing and well-developed. The identity of the killer is on the predictable side and there are a couple of plot threads that remain unresolved.
In sum, this is a good RS book despite the abovementioned issues, and readers who balk at dark and gritty descriptions in the vein of Karin Slaughter and Tess Gerritsen will appreciate Griffin's milder style.
3.5 Stars
A good mix of romance and suspense although the characters' backstories are not sufficiently fleshed out.
Elaina and Troy have strong chemistry and their relationship is satisfying overall. Nevertheless, Griffin fails to provide any real depth of feeling or intensity of emotion in their romance. There is a sense that something real exists between them, but this potential is never fully realized.
The serial killer plot is rather run-of-the-mill with nothing that really distinguishes it from the many similar storylines in the genre. That said, there are some exciting scenes and the geocaching element is intriguing and well-developed. The identity of the killer is on the predictable side and there are a couple of plot threads that remain unresolved.
In sum, this is a good RS book despite the abovementioned issues, and readers who balk at dark and gritty descriptions in the vein of Karin Slaughter and Tess Gerritsen will appreciate Griffin's milder style.
hannah109's review against another edition
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
retiring2read's review against another edition
dark
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? Yes
3.25
kylieeason's review against another edition
5.0
Laura does an amazing job of kicking up the suspense while truly letting the romance aspect build, and I think that's a rarity!
ancientdebra's review against another edition
4.0
Rookie FBI agent/profiler wannabe Elaina is on the trail of a serial killer, although no one else wants to hear what she has to say in the small Texas town. She discovers an ally in local true crime author Troy. As more bodies are discovered, will they find the killer before the killer finds Elaina?
This was another great romantic suspense by Griffin. Evil criminal, complicated mystery, romantic tension - this novel had it all.
This was another great romantic suspense by Griffin. Evil criminal, complicated mystery, romantic tension - this novel had it all.
ccgwalt's review against another edition
4.0
Laura Griffin is perhaps the most consistent romantic suspense writer I've had the pleasure to read. Unspeakable is another well-crafted mystery that had me staying up way too late last night to finish the book. I enjoyed the way the suspense plot unfolded, and the intensity of the characters. The relationship between the main characters was satisfying. Even though the relationship might not have been the main focus of the book, it wasn't neglected. The arc of the relationship seemed to be in character with the personalities of Troy and Elaina. I would have liked some come-uppance for the "good ole boys club" that stonewalled Elaina, and hope that is mentioned at least in the next book of the series. I do think the visit from her father late in the book and the talk with her FBI boss helped clear up some of the whys of the problem.
I loved the DNA references in the book, which echoed some of the technology I was just mentioning to my biology students last week. I also enjoyed the geocaching reference. My family has some some family-friendly geocaching and it's fun!
I loved the DNA references in the book, which echoed some of the technology I was just mentioning to my biology students last week. I also enjoyed the geocaching reference. My family has some some family-friendly geocaching and it's fun!