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ynaiita_5896's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
š§³ This was my debut read to C.L. Taylor's writing and I was impressed. The author does a good job to engage playing with suspense and drama. I was hooked since the beginning, impatient to find out more! But I did not find any of the characters lovable, except for the daughter, yet that was more pity.
š§³ There were numerous plot twists, throwing me off from who the mmc's partner in crime could be. This made the book retain mystique especially towards the second half, as the ending draws near. However, the plot was not realistic. The intensity brought on by the action, drama and suspense did not particularly balance together when you question the logistics of the plot line. I wish the book ended differently.
š§³ There were numerous plot twists, throwing me off from who the mmc's partner in crime could be. This made the book retain mystique especially towards the second half, as the ending draws near. However, the plot was not realistic. The intensity brought on by the action, drama and suspense did not particularly balance together when you question the logistics of the plot line. I wish the book ended differently.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Violence, Toxic relationship, Addiction, and Infidelity
georg_11's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder and Death
ruth_power's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Good thriller! I liked the short, punchy chapters which kept up the tension. Lots of layers of manipulation and lies that the author built up well. However, I could put it down without raging that I had to stop reading because life got in the way.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity and Murder
Moderate: Blood and Bullying
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders
sarahjxde's review
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder
lifeonasofa's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
My first C L Taylor read, and I must say, Iām impressed. I went in blind and was HOOKED on the first page. The premise was different and I had NOT A SCOOBY where it was heading. š
The twists and turns and all the individual plans going on were so unpredictable. I found it hard to put the book down. I love how it made me question all the friendships and family members. šš»āāļø
Whilst all the characters were unlikeable on the surface, I really enjoyed getting deeper into them as the book went on. I HATED Dom and Dani, like WOW. Also, that ending šš» both satisfying and infuriating.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, Infidelity, Kidnapping, Murder, and Toxic friendship
travelseatsreads's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
When I read the blurb of The Guilty Couple I knew immediately it was one I wouldn't want to put down so I requested both the audio and eBook. I am so glad I did as this was one rollercoaster I did not want to get off!
From the outset we know Olivia has been wrongfully imprisoned for plotting to kill her husband, so where exactly is this story going to go? There is no need to be concerned about the plot being predictable with this one because Taylor has planted plenty of little twists and turns that will have you trying to predict the ending from the very start. At times I thought I had it all figured out to find I'd been thrown a little red herring amongst a hint of truth.
The book is full of characters which you will love to hate, instantly distrust and also those who you just can't make your mind up about. This is a story with some very unsavory characters and situations which leaves a lot to question and many blurred lines.
The suspenseful narration of the audiobook and the flow of the eBook both work perfectly and it was great to be able to jump in and out between the two so flawlessly.
A fast paced, gripping thriller/mystery that you won't want to put down.
From the outset we know Olivia has been wrongfully imprisoned for plotting to kill her husband, so where exactly is this story going to go? There is no need to be concerned about the plot being predictable with this one because Taylor has planted plenty of little twists and turns that will have you trying to predict the ending from the very start. At times I thought I had it all figured out to find I'd been thrown a little red herring amongst a hint of truth.
The book is full of characters which you will love to hate, instantly distrust and also those who you just can't make your mind up about. This is a story with some very unsavory characters and situations which leaves a lot to question and many blurred lines.
The suspenseful narration of the audiobook and the flow of the eBook both work perfectly and it was great to be able to jump in and out between the two so flawlessly.
A fast paced, gripping thriller/mystery that you won't want to put down.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Murder, and Violence
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