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shelleys_shelf's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I was unsure about it and almost DNFed at about 10-20% but then things took a turn. This almost reads like a true crime nonfiction book, which I love, but not sure how I feel about that tone in a fiction novel. I ended up enjoying the story and there is an interesting twist when we discover the killer. Also interesting that the author placed himself in the story. This is my first time reading Richard Chizmar, so I was unfamiliar with his previous work. Kinda like Tarentino putting himself in all of his movies I guess? I didn't dislike that fact, it was just something new to me. Overall, I'd say if you're a fan of true crime nonfiction, this would be a good fiction pick.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death and Death
Minor: Animal cruelty, Animal death, and Suicide
emily842752's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Sexual assault, and Suicide
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Animal death, and Stalking
kayliecelery's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I loved this novel.
It made me question whether it was a true story at times as it gave me definite Michelle McMamara vibes.
I loved how you could feel the fear of the 'characters' and how you were right there with Rich and Carly wanting to solve the crime.
It is set in Maryland in 1988, Rich is home from college whilst waiting to get married and then everything changes, with the death of his school friends sister. More deaths occur whilst the police are trying to find out who is the Boogeyman.
And when you find out who the killer actually is welllll....jaw drop!
I really cannot wait to read further items by Chizmar as this just read really well.
I received a copy of this book through Netgalley for an honest review.
It made me question whether it was a true story at times as it gave me definite Michelle McMamara vibes.
I loved how you could feel the fear of the 'characters' and how you were right there with Rich and Carly wanting to solve the crime.
It is set in Maryland in 1988, Rich is home from college whilst waiting to get married and then everything changes, with the death of his school friends sister. More deaths occur whilst the police are trying to find out who is the Boogeyman.
And when you find out who the killer actually is welllll....jaw drop!
I really cannot wait to read further items by Chizmar as this just read really well.
I received a copy of this book through Netgalley for an honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder
Minor: Animal death and Animal cruelty
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