Reviews with content warning for Stalking - Look Closer

I would definitely recommend this book to a friend! I did not read its synopsis prior to diving in and I would urge you to do the same. I was quickly sucked into the story as Simon’s point of view reminded me of Joe Goldberg’s in You. Without giving away any of the plot, I will say that there were so many moving parts, at times I wished I had a notebook to keep track of certain revelations. I guessed half of the big twist but not the rest of it… then another twist came at the end of the book that ruined it for me. Quit while you’re ahead, author! Still, I’ll be picking up David Ellis’s 2024 release shortly.

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ams5x9's review against another edition

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dark mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

Quick read with good pacing. It has short chapters and differing view points, he does a good job with conversations and perspectives. Overall, the book was fine. I’d recommend it. Wasn’t stunning literary prose but it was captivating.

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hinkleh2021's review against another edition

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dark mysterious tense slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

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mirandalikesbooks's review against another edition

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dark mysterious tense medium-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? Yes

5.0

Best thriller I've read in a long time! It made me want to read everything else Ellis has written.

The twists build on each other in a really clever way. Some of the unknowns never get wrapped up which I thought was a great way to leave me wanting more. Alongside incredible thriller/mystery story construction, Ellis managed to make Simon and Vicky and Jane and Christian super engaging POV characters.

Simon's dedication to the long con is absolutely unmatched. He's truly diabolical, and somehow completely justified. What an amazing character.

Would absolutely recommend!

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dark funny medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

Very clearly written by a straight man. All characters have the same condescending cynical voice.

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bookishchaos's review against another edition

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dark mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I did NOT see that plot twist coming!!
This book is like a puzzle and you have to put together the pieces that fit. You notice details that don't add up or sound strange, and then it all makes sense in the end. I really liked how the twists intertwind and the unreliable narration.

I recommend if you enjoy marriage thrillers with a twist, or murder mysteries that take place on Halloween.

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4.5

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emallek's review against another edition

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mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Never saw the ending coming! Unique way of telling a story from multiple perspectives, easy to follow along.

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