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3.93 AVERAGE
3.93 AVERAGE
3.5 stars!
The whole 'we're not actually incarnations of Sherlock characters, because Sherlock is a thing in the world, but we're very, very similar' kind of bothered me a bit (it felt needlessly complicated. Like, for some reason James Mycroft is supposed to be our Sherlock - then why give him two names of other characters from the book/show?), but eventually I just said, "Screw it" and went along with it.
The mystery itself was also not super complicated and I guessed who the murderer was the first time we met them, but the story was really more about Rachel and Mycroft and their internal struggles (and their hot kisses). The romance was definitely my favorite thing about the book, and I wouldn't mind reading the other two to see what happens next.
The whole 'we're not actually incarnations of Sherlock characters, because Sherlock is a thing in the world, but we're very, very similar' kind of bothered me a bit (it felt needlessly complicated. Like, for some reason James Mycroft is supposed to be our Sherlock - then why give him two names of other characters from the book/show?), but eventually I just said, "Screw it" and went along with it.
The mystery itself was also not super complicated and I guessed who the murderer was the first time we met them, but the story was really more about Rachel and Mycroft and their internal struggles (and their hot kisses). The romance was definitely my favorite thing about the book, and I wouldn't mind reading the other two to see what happens next.
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Murder
Minor: Death, Violence, Car accident, Death of parent
I really enjoyed this fast-paced story set in Melbourne...apart from the smooshy romantic bits.
This review was originally posted on my blog, Hiver et Cafe
I received an e-ARC from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I did not recieve compensation in any shape or form for this review.
OH. MY. FREAKING. GOD. CAN I JUST. CAN. I. JUST. EVERY BREATH makes it hard for me to breathe. (I know, I'm hilarious.)
This book is seriously made it on to my list of favourite books of this year. Like. I love it that much. I would like to also, give thanks to Gillian (@mizgillianberry on twitter) for her gushing review of this book because otherwise I wouldn't have even found this book. Like. THANK YOU.
Every Breath is a retelling of Sherlock Holmes. Except in Melbourne and Watson is female. And they're also teenagers. I absolutely adore crime dramas and the whole finding out "who did it" kind of thing. This book. THIS BOOK. is everything I could have asked for.
Mycroft is the socially awkward genius with the tragic backstory and Watts is his best friend and sidekick who has her own fair share of issues. There is so much angst and sexual tension and omygod. THE SEXUAL TENSION. I was reading this book on the bus and I would hug my ipad to my chest and silently squeal. I hope people didn't think I was crazy.
Like I said, Mycroft is socially awkward as most geniuses are, but he has that charm and a "mask" that lets him get by in the day to day without too much trouble. He's so angsty and broody and oh man. Reading this book from Rachel's point of view, I could feel the weight of Mycroft's stare. Seriously. Watts is the more physically adept one, especially since she came from the country side to the city. She hates the city and wants to get back there. In her own way, she's a genius as well. She's very good with computers and though she's not as smart as Mycroft, she does have enough intelligence that she can keep pace with Mycroft. She's pretty much his equal, which allows them to get along quite well.
One of the things that I loved about this book is that the crime was quite sophisticated and layered. I have a great love for mysteries and thrillers and I really love it when I'm surprised and my predictions are proved wrong. Some mysteries that I've read were quite predictable. This one, I predicted it right when it was about to be revealed. The harsh realities of crime weren't glossed over to make it more "YA friendly". The way that Mycroft and Watts figured out the crime wasn't only subtly referenced; it was described in great detail and progressively and I highly enjoyed it.
I'm so freaking glad that this book is the first in a trilogy because omygod, I haven't had enough of Mycroft and Watts yet. EVERY BREATH is a fabulous YA thriller with a sophisticated crime and characters you'll fall in love with. READ IT. I need to pick myself up a finished copy. Sorry (not sorry) wallet.
I received an e-ARC from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I did not recieve compensation in any shape or form for this review.
OH. MY. FREAKING. GOD. CAN I JUST. CAN. I. JUST. EVERY BREATH makes it hard for me to breathe. (I know, I'm hilarious.)
This book is seriously made it on to my list of favourite books of this year. Like. I love it that much. I would like to also, give thanks to Gillian (@mizgillianberry on twitter) for her gushing review of this book because otherwise I wouldn't have even found this book. Like. THANK YOU.
Every Breath is a retelling of Sherlock Holmes. Except in Melbourne and Watson is female. And they're also teenagers. I absolutely adore crime dramas and the whole finding out "who did it" kind of thing. This book. THIS BOOK. is everything I could have asked for.
Mycroft is the socially awkward genius with the tragic backstory and Watts is his best friend and sidekick who has her own fair share of issues. There is so much angst and sexual tension and omygod. THE SEXUAL TENSION. I was reading this book on the bus and I would hug my ipad to my chest and silently squeal. I hope people didn't think I was crazy.
Like I said, Mycroft is socially awkward as most geniuses are, but he has that charm and a "mask" that lets him get by in the day to day without too much trouble. He's so angsty and broody and oh man. Reading this book from Rachel's point of view, I could feel the weight of Mycroft's stare. Seriously. Watts is the more physically adept one, especially since she came from the country side to the city. She hates the city and wants to get back there. In her own way, she's a genius as well. She's very good with computers and though she's not as smart as Mycroft, she does have enough intelligence that she can keep pace with Mycroft. She's pretty much his equal, which allows them to get along quite well.
One of the things that I loved about this book is that the crime was quite sophisticated and layered. I have a great love for mysteries and thrillers and I really love it when I'm surprised and my predictions are proved wrong. Some mysteries that I've read were quite predictable. This one, I predicted it right when it was about to be revealed. The harsh realities of crime weren't glossed over to make it more "YA friendly". The way that Mycroft and Watts figured out the crime wasn't only subtly referenced; it was described in great detail and progressively and I highly enjoyed it.
I'm so freaking glad that this book is the first in a trilogy because omygod, I haven't had enough of Mycroft and Watts yet. EVERY BREATH is a fabulous YA thriller with a sophisticated crime and characters you'll fall in love with. READ IT. I need to pick myself up a finished copy. Sorry (not sorry) wallet.
very anticlimactic. The characters names were just not vibing and the romance kicked in on the last 5 pages.
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
So much fun!
I am always intrigued by the world of Sherlock Holmes, so it was easy to get get caught up in Watts and Mycroft's landscapes.
Interesting, creative characters and such a cute couple!
Full of thrilling and intense moments.
I am always intrigued by the world of Sherlock Holmes, so it was easy to get get caught up in Watts and Mycroft's landscapes.
Interesting, creative characters and such a cute couple!
Full of thrilling and intense moments.