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4.1 AVERAGE
4.1 AVERAGE
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I have been approaching thrillers for a very short time. I started with "Inside the Water" by Paula Hawkins and then moved on to "The Girl on the Train" and "A Slow Burning Fire" by the same author. Finally, I dedicated myself to reading Jinx by Jessica Huntley. I was given the opportunity to read this amazing book in preview and believe me, believe me on the word m if I tell you that it is ✨SUBLIME.✨
British soldier, Aimee Price, is hailed as a hero for saving a man's life. But traumatic flashbacks of the explosion, and a loss of confidence, force her to hide from the limelight.
Twelve years later, Jones, the man she saved, is arrested for a murder he claims he didn't commit. Can she believe him when she has a history with the victim and Jones has a tendency for violence?
Aimee must discover the truth, even if it means losing her job, all while trying to live a normal life and start dating again.
But can she put the past behind her, even when it's determined to destroy her by opening old wounds?
***I strongly advise you to pay attention to the TW before proceeding with the reading of this book (👇) ***
- attempted suicide
- abortion/unable to conceive children
- PTSD
- depression
- murder/death of a loved one
- graphic injury detail
- sexual harassment
What can I say... I loved it. From the first to the last page.
The author's pen is something absurd: super smooth, detailed and extremely bewitching, engaging and lots of action. His writing allowed me to immerse myself, like never before, in history. To feel it on my skin. I just couldn't tear myself away from this book!
The narrative is alternated on two temporal planes (past and present) and has the double pov (Aimee and Jones, The main characters).
Our protagonists are fabulously well characterized. I appreciated the author's choice to write about a very strong and courageous protagonist. A protagonist who, despite having been through a lot both before and after the army, is not discouraged by anyone and faces everything head on. You never read enough books with strong female protagonists. Choice really appreciated!
The details about the lifestyle of women in the army are incredible and allow the reader to get in more tune with Aimee and more generally with the brave and strong women who risk their lives every day to protect their country.
The only negative note is the romance that, personally, I would have preferred to be developed more.
Despite this small detail, I really appreciated this volume, especially the ending that left me with my mouth open. I can't wait for you to read it too!!!!
I thank author Jessica Huntley for giving me the opportunity to preview this fantastic thriller. Thank you very much! ❤️❤️
British soldier, Aimee Price, is hailed as a hero for saving a man's life. But traumatic flashbacks of the explosion, and a loss of confidence, force her to hide from the limelight.
Twelve years later, Jones, the man she saved, is arrested for a murder he claims he didn't commit. Can she believe him when she has a history with the victim and Jones has a tendency for violence?
Aimee must discover the truth, even if it means losing her job, all while trying to live a normal life and start dating again.
But can she put the past behind her, even when it's determined to destroy her by opening old wounds?
***I strongly advise you to pay attention to the TW before proceeding with the reading of this book (👇) ***
- attempted suicide
- abortion/unable to conceive children
- PTSD
- depression
- murder/death of a loved one
- graphic injury detail
- sexual harassment
What can I say... I loved it. From the first to the last page.
The author's pen is something absurd: super smooth, detailed and extremely bewitching, engaging and lots of action. His writing allowed me to immerse myself, like never before, in history. To feel it on my skin. I just couldn't tear myself away from this book!
The narrative is alternated on two temporal planes (past and present) and has the double pov (Aimee and Jones, The main characters).
Our protagonists are fabulously well characterized. I appreciated the author's choice to write about a very strong and courageous protagonist. A protagonist who, despite having been through a lot both before and after the army, is not discouraged by anyone and faces everything head on. You never read enough books with strong female protagonists. Choice really appreciated!
The details about the lifestyle of women in the army are incredible and allow the reader to get in more tune with Aimee and more generally with the brave and strong women who risk their lives every day to protect their country.
The only negative note is the romance that, personally, I would have preferred to be developed more.
Despite this small detail, I really appreciated this volume, especially the ending that left me with my mouth open. I can't wait for you to read it too!!!!
I thank author Jessica Huntley for giving me the opportunity to preview this fantastic thriller. Thank you very much! ❤️❤️
Aimee Price is a British soldier who saved a man’s life. 12 years later, he is arrested for a murder he claims he didn’t commit. Aimee is determined to discover the truth even if it could cost her everything…
I loved the characters, storyline and quite enjoyed the multiple POVs. I absolutely loved this book, I devoured it so fast because I had to see how it was going to end. It was such a fast paced book, which I found hard to put down. I did guess what was going to happen in the book but that didn’t take away from my enjoyment.
I was more interested in the ‘now’ storyline than the ‘then’ because I loved the mystery aspect with the murder enquiry, but the ‘then’ storyline does give important background information, which I did enjoy and it helped to gain more of an understanding and connection to the characters, especially Aimee.
I absolutely loved the ending, which made me have tears in my eyes and I honestly would love Jinx to become a series because I would love to see what would happen for Aimee next, but I am also really happy with how everything was left as it tied everything together beautifully.
Thank you so much to Jessica for sending me a copy! All opinions are my own.
Thank you so much to Jessica for sending me a copy! All opinions are my own.
⚠️ CWs: profanity, bombing, sexism, derogatory language, derogatory slur, PTSD, blood, gun use, gore/body horror, vomiting, murder, alcohol use, self harm, car accident, child abuse, mentions abortion, stabbing, bullying, sexual harassment, suicide, death, suicidal ideation, depression and kidnapping ⚠️
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I have read all of Jessica’s previous work so it was a given that I would read this. It is different to what Jessica has written before but I love it. It shows how versatile Jessica is as an author.
I finished this book in one sitting. The story and writing was engaging. I liked the main character Aimee and learning about her back story in the army and how that was impacting her present day. I enjoyed learning about the army also and as Jessica was in the army herself, you know it is accurate information. I enjoyed the police procedural side of it well. It was well written.
I liked the friendships and how it brought some lightheartedness in to some serious topics. The romance could have developed more but it didn’t detract from the story. I didn’t expect the end and everything was wrapped up nicely. Another enjoyable read from Jessica!
Thank you to @jessica_reading_writing for a gifted copy and for letting me help (in a very small way) with your research for the police parts of the book.