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nereajt's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
It starts a bit slow not clearly addressing why the story is relevant but it turns really dark as the story advances.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault
chanteld's review against another edition
3.0
There were twists and unexpected elements. But I don't know how I feel about Dana Diaz and Amanda Dorn.
Full review will likely be posted on the blog, My Jamaican Vignettes.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for sharing this advanced copy with me.
Full review will likely be posted on the blog, My Jamaican Vignettes.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for sharing this advanced copy with me.
paprika411's review against another edition
3.0
Last Woman Standing is a story about taking matters into your hands, getting revenge by any means necessary. I like that this was about women taking control, and learning to navigate what is right and wrong in terms of revenge. The plot was interesting, but the delivery was just not there. I wasn't completely invested in the main character and that made it hard for me to empathize and connect with her. While this book didn't thrill me, it did make me think, which I think is very important. As a woman, it made me question myself and what I would do if put in their shoes. I believe the themes presented in this book about feminism, empowerment, rape, and etc are significant, but not highlighted enough to keep the reader invested throughout. I applaud Amy Gentry for tackling a serious topic while also attempting to make it not appear heavy/weighed down, but something was lacking. Overall I liked the the story but didn't love it. Thank you NetGalley and the publisher Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for the advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.
bookslifeandeverythingnice's review against another edition
3.0
Thank you to NetGalley, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, and Amy Gentry for an ARC ebook copy to review. As always, an honest review from me.
I’m going to try a bit of different review format for this book review. Let me know what you think of it. Thanks!
Trigger Warning: sexual assault, domestic violence, murder
Like:
- Good representation of women in comedy
- Presents information and an opportunity to discuss different types of sexual violence
- The twists & turns are timed very well
- A high intensity thriller
- Use of up to date technology in crimes
- Main character: Dana
Love: —
Dislike:
- Revenge because of being sexually assaulted
- Most of the plot was about getting back at the men — made me feel incredibly uncomfortable
- Beginning: lots of information presented all at once and seemed forced
- The cold realization that the characters, and readers, have at the end
Wish that:
- There was a less intense way of proving the men sexually assaulted them
- We were about to explore more about Dana’s relationship with her mom and other close friend
- I could feel less uncomfortable about the main plot line, of revenge
Overall a revenge thriller that will keep you reading, but if you’re like me make you feel very uncomfortable. Well written, action packed, and interesting.
I’m going to try a bit of different review format for this book review. Let me know what you think of it. Thanks!
Trigger Warning: sexual assault, domestic violence, murder
Like:
- Good representation of women in comedy
- Presents information and an opportunity to discuss different types of sexual violence
- The twists & turns are timed very well
- A high intensity thriller
- Use of up to date technology in crimes
- Main character: Dana
Love: —
Dislike:
- Revenge because of being sexually assaulted
- Most of the plot was about getting back at the men — made me feel incredibly uncomfortable
- Beginning: lots of information presented all at once and seemed forced
- The cold realization that the characters, and readers, have at the end
Wish that:
- There was a less intense way of proving the men sexually assaulted them
- We were about to explore more about Dana’s relationship with her mom and other close friend
- I could feel less uncomfortable about the main plot line, of revenge
Overall a revenge thriller that will keep you reading, but if you’re like me make you feel very uncomfortable. Well written, action packed, and interesting.
laura_sotillos's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Stalking, Suicide, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Violence, and Rape
djmatilda's review against another edition
challenging
dark
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? It's complicated
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Sexual assault, Physical abuse, and Rape
pharp's review against another edition
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
bpsalinas's review against another edition
3.0
On the surface, this is a fun revenge thriller that takes place in the Austin comedy scene. There are some unexpected twists and interesting characters. But the backbone of the story is its intense anger at the ways in which men abuse their power and casually damage the lives of women. Reading this book is like walking a gauntlet of every example of atrocious male behavior. While a lot of that stuff is harrowing and difficult to endure, I am glad that a thriller like this has the nerve to tackle that subject matter.
mommasaystoread's review against another edition
2.0
This modern day take of Strangers on a Train had potential but came up short, in my opinion. The subject matter is certainly current, but the story lacks the creepy feel I expected and even hoped for. Part of that could be due to the slow start. It's not a particularly long book, but it sure felt that way, considering things didn't start to pick up until past the halfway mark. I actually set it aside several times for something more engaging and only finally pushed through out of sheer determination. Things do pick up in the last forty percent or so, and there are some twists, but most of it is predictable. There are several potential triggers as these women discuss why they want revenge, and there is some rather graphic violence. The idea of a main character who is a stand-up comedian was interesting to me and while I realize that this book is not supposed to be funny, I would've expected Dana's act to draw at least a few chuckles. Maybe it's just me, but I didn't find anything funny about the so-called comedy. That aside, I think this could be a good story with some tightening up, but as it stands, it was decidedly underwhelming for me.