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heycloehere's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
WOW I did NOT expect that plot twist like what the heck. This book is brilliant. It hooked me from the very FIRST sentence and each chapter added something to the story so I never felt bored. As I mentioned I was not expecting that ending and now that I've finished it I feel sick to my stomach(in a good way). Highly highly recommend :)
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Sexual harassment, Stalking, Violence, Toxic relationship, Terminal illness, Suicide, Grief, Death of parent, Death, and Chronic illness
Minor: Domestic abuse, Infertility, and Child abuse
beckee's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
Graphic: Murder and Violence
Moderate: Rape
avidreaderandgeekgirl's review
- 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
3.0
I read a lot of mystery thrillers and this was a little below average. It disappointed me with its predictability. I did find the characters interesting at least which gave it some more interest than otherwise.
The writing felt more like the author was being paid by the word than it was necessary. And the pace was WAY too slow. It drew out the story too much.
I did like the unusual amount of representation in the book. You had both POCs and queer characters which aren’t usually included in mystery thrillers.
The character development was pretty good, especially for the present-time characters. Though less so in the past-time characters.
My favorite character is probably Saffy. She was certainly the most likable and quite relatable to me as well. Not from the bad mother perspective but from others.
Saffy’s parents definitely fit the Amicable Exes trope, though it makes sense due to their age when they had her. The ending is also a big Babies Ever After trope. Other tropes seen are Bonding over Missing Parents, Brother–Sister Team, Doting Grandparent, and more I’m sure!
I didn’t like that none of the characters other than Rose at the beginning had any non-romantic/familial relationships, aka no one had any friends! Which was very odd. It felt like it was lazy writing.
I think those that don’t read many mystery thrillers might like this book. Or if you enjoy longer mystery thrillers. If you read a lot of them and have gotten good at spotting what might happen then don’t bother with this book.
Graphic: Stalking, Pregnancy, Dementia, Blood, Death, Murder, Violence, Toxic relationship, and Infertility
Moderate: Blood, Injury/Injury detail, and Death of parent
kassidypf13's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Minor: Death, Death of parent, Dementia, Sexual assault, Violence, and Toxic relationship
lldavey's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Moderate: Death, Stalking, Terminal illness, Sexual violence, Infertility, Death of parent, Sexual assault, Pregnancy, Physical abuse, Murder, Grief, Emotional abuse, Dementia, Violence, Toxic relationship, and Domestic abuse
Minor: Abandonment, Suicide, Bullying, Addiction, Toxic friendship, and Misogyny
rebe_shelton's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Violence, Sexual assault, Murder, and Dementia
Moderate: Abandonment
Minor: Infertility and Suicide
amybookss's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Murder, Violence, Gaslighting, and Death
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Child death, and Stalking
Minor: Sexual content, Pregnancy, and Medical trauma