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دوشیزگان by Alex Michaelides

511 reviews

annamay1021's review against another edition

4.25

challenging dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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hodgeonlucy's review against another edition

3.25

dark emotional sad tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

As far as thrillers go, this was quite a fun and well done one. It was in no way groundbreaking, but I did enjoy it as a pallet cleaner.

I really enjoyed the Greek mythological elements of this as well as the dark academia setting, both of which added some extra depth to this tale. The twist was a little goofy but overall unexpected and fun, although I do think the author could have used secondary characters a bit more to add suspense.

Overall, it was fine; largely well-executed, engaging if not life-changing prose, and a reasonably entertaining plot. I’d recommend it for thriller beginners like me - more avid fans on the genre may be a little bored by it.

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dlynn3's review against another edition

3.0

dark mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This was suspenseful, but like the Silent Patient, it wasn’t the best book I ever read. It was quick, but I felt like some ideas weren’t fully tied up. Let me with questions.

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jesschristopher7's review against another edition

4.25

challenging dark mysterious medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Unpredictable and unsettling, this thriller masterfully weaves together complex characters, mental illness, and dark themes. A group counselor's expertise is tested when a murder investigation unfolds involving her niece’s friend. As she arrives to the university, she starts to realize that she and her niece might be in danger. As the story hurtles towards a shocking climax, the truth becomes more elusive, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. With each twist and turn, the truth becomes increasingly elusive, making this a gripping page-turner.

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readeratheart98's review against another edition

4.0

dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This book kept me interested the whole time! I felt like I was constantly guessing who was the killer in the end and I like that I couldn't predict the ending. I was completely caught off guard by the motive at the end of the book, not necessarily the actual identity of the murderer. I wish that the other male characters of the book were fleshed out a little bit more. For instance, Fred had very strange behavior and I still don't know if he's just in love or a love-bomber. Also it seemed to me like it was never confirmed who in fact was stalking Mariana, because I'm still not sure if it was Henry or Fred lol.

I wish that Sebastian's thought process was narrated from his POV more of why he chose Mariana. Maybe that's a good opening for a prequel or novella for this book.

This was my first time reading a book from this author, and I'll definitely want to read more from him!

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lucyatoz's review against another edition

3.0

dark mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

The Maidens by Alex Michaelides tells the story of Mariana Andros, who is returning to Cambridge University, where she met her late husband Sebastian, following the murder of a young woman, who was best friends with her niece Zoe.

Tara was part of The Maidens, a society of ladies who congregate around the American professor Edward Fosca, who delivers engaging lectures on Greek tragedy. As other women who are part of the society are murdered in horrific attacks, does this lead back to a single man committing these acts?

The twist at the end was as shocking as all of the many red herrings that could have led the story to a very different conclusion! Although an engrossing read, it was just not my "cup of tea".

I borrowed a copy of this book from Taunton library and listened to it on cloudLibrary. I read this for prompt 13, an academic thriller, for the 52 Book Club Reading Challenge 2024.

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