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nika_nix's review
Boring and overwritten. The characters are obnoxious and I didn't give a shot about what would happen tho them. The writing is choppy and trying way too hard, the plot is basically nonexistant and I feel like I could see the plot twost coming almost from the beginning (and I don't really care if I'm right or wrong). I'm sad I wasted my time and read almost 200 pages in hope that thos would get interesting.
mybooksandkidsbooks's review
4.0
Nobody But Us by Laure Van Rensburg
Ellie and Steven are on their first romantic weekend away to a cabin in the woods in the middle of winter. It quickly turns sideways as both of their true intentions and pasts are revealed.
This one hooked me! I was completely invested right from the prologue and read it quickly over 2 days because I needed to know what was happening. It did slow down a bit in the middle as I struggled to understand the characters but it worked with the vibe of the book in the end.
I really don’t want to give any spoilers away as I liked that I had no idea what to expect with this one. I have to say I don’t love books that really terrify me, this one was the right amount of scary and jumpy but there were some scenes that made my stomach turn. Make sure to check the trigger warnings with this one (or send me a message and I’ll let you know).
Thank you to @grandcentralpub for my copy!
Ellie and Steven are on their first romantic weekend away to a cabin in the woods in the middle of winter. It quickly turns sideways as both of their true intentions and pasts are revealed.
This one hooked me! I was completely invested right from the prologue and read it quickly over 2 days because I needed to know what was happening. It did slow down a bit in the middle as I struggled to understand the characters but it worked with the vibe of the book in the end.
I really don’t want to give any spoilers away as I liked that I had no idea what to expect with this one. I have to say I don’t love books that really terrify me, this one was the right amount of scary and jumpy but there were some scenes that made my stomach turn. Make sure to check the trigger warnings with this one (or send me a message and I’ll let you know).
Thank you to @grandcentralpub for my copy!
brons_books's review
3.0
Thank you so much to Penguin Random House for sending me an Advanced Copy of Nobody But Us.
I had a really fun time reading this book, despite me not loving this genre of book. When I turned 18 I decided I had to read "serious, grown up" books - think Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train. Nobody But Us fits into this female led thriller novel.
This was definitely a chill summer read that I think will definitely become one of the most chatted about book in the office. Book clubs will love it and I'm sure the film rights will be optioned soon enough. It just seems like it was perfectly written to be adapted.
That being said, I felt like the first 100 pages were very slow, I wanted to find out what was going on but the first 100 pages(!!!) was pure build up to the first twist.
Nothing is very shocking, the twists are on the nose. (But I think that's what makes this genre fun to read! You feel smart!)
I enjoyed the novel and feel like I wasn't the best audience for it, but I think those who love this genre will adore Nobody But Us.
I had a really fun time reading this book, despite me not loving this genre of book. When I turned 18 I decided I had to read "serious, grown up" books - think Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train. Nobody But Us fits into this female led thriller novel.
This was definitely a chill summer read that I think will definitely become one of the most chatted about book in the office. Book clubs will love it and I'm sure the film rights will be optioned soon enough. It just seems like it was perfectly written to be adapted.
That being said, I felt like the first 100 pages were very slow, I wanted to find out what was going on but the first 100 pages(!!!) was pure build up to the first twist.
Nothing is very shocking, the twists are on the nose. (But I think that's what makes this genre fun to read! You feel smart!)
I enjoyed the novel and feel like I wasn't the best audience for it, but I think those who love this genre will adore Nobody But Us.
annelo's review
5.0
Surprisingly good plot and well written. Honestly, I thought it would be a book I read just a few pages and then DNF, but it was a page turner. Not what I expected.
Really well done, especially considering I did not much like either of the protagonists of the book; no, not even Ellie.
I can see this being made into a movie.
Really well done, especially considering I did not much like either of the protagonists of the book; no, not even Ellie.
I can see this being made into a movie.
cjvale's review
3.0
Definitely has the twists I enjoy but the content of the book just turned me off. I hated both the characters and their reasoning for their actions. It's a very dark book with a lot of abuse so here's your trigger warning.
taryns's review
challenging
dark
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
krystlekouture's review
2.0
Summary: Steven and Ellie go to a remote location without cell service for a weekend away. They're both keeping secrets that will soon come to a head.
Overall: 2/5 stars I went into this expecting a locked-room thriller, but it was more of a character study.
Detailed Review
Characters: 5/10 The characters were complex with good backstories. However, Ellie's motivation was questionable to me.
Uniqueness: 2/10
Plot: 2/10 The first and last 50 pages had good suspense but the 200 middle pages were hard to plow through.
Cover: 7/10
Atmosphere: 6/10
Knowledge: 8/10 I appreciated how the title was creatively mentioned throughout.
Enjoyment: 4/10
Overall: 2/5 stars I went into this expecting a locked-room thriller, but it was more of a character study.
Detailed Review
Characters: 5/10 The characters were complex with good backstories. However, Ellie's motivation was questionable to me.
Uniqueness: 2/10
Plot: 2/10 The first and last 50 pages had good suspense but the 200 middle pages were hard to plow through.
Cover: 7/10
Atmosphere: 6/10
Knowledge: 8/10 I appreciated how the title was creatively mentioned throughout.
Enjoyment: 4/10
nicola_2310's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0