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dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Suicide
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Death, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Blood, Grief, Suicide attempt, Murder, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, Injury/Injury detail
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
I find myself once more in that time of year when I binge-read Freida's books. This is one of her well-known novels that frequently gets mentioned on BookTok. The story follows Natalie, a stunning star salesperson at Vixed, a company specializing in nutritional supplements and Dawn, who is a bit odd and off-putting, has recently started working there as an accountant. When Dawn fails to show up for work one day, Natalie becomes worried. Shortly after, Dawn's phone rings, and the voice on the line asking for help. Before long, it becomes evident that something has happened to Dawn, and Natalie discovers she is being viewed as the main suspect.
“Whatever else you can fake, it’s hard to fake being a genuinely kind person. It’s also exceedingly rare.”
Firstly, I really don't have many high hopes for this book based on certain reviews I've come across. The premise of the story is intriguing, yet I’m not fond of how it was crafted. I appreciate the way the tension escalates as the story unfolds, but many sections of this book are presented in email format, which honestly makes it difficult to engage with (in a way). I dislike all the characters in this book, which is typical of Freida’s works. Dawn’s constant chatter about turtles is too irritating and overwhelming, and I can somewhat relate to the frustration of the other characters. However, what Natalie did to Dawn escalated so rapidly in the most unfortunate manner, and it strangely feels tragic.
Yes, there are enjoyable moments, but honestly, it wasn't as thrilling and exciting as I expected. The plot twist is decent, yet it didn't leave me very impressed. I nearly saw all the twists coming. Overall, I gave this book a rating of 3.25 stars. Among all the Freida McFadden books I've read, I believe this will be my least favorite.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Murder
Moderate: Bullying, Infidelity, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Death, Infidelity, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Blood, Grief, Murder, Toxic friendship
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child death, Death, Murder
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Toxic friendship
Moderate: Suicide, Murder
Minor: Suicide attempt
dark
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
Quick read, fast paced. The characters were not likable and I was hoping that they would all get their comeuppance, unsatisfying ending and wild story. There was one part that I thought one of the MC’s was going to kill her bf and I’m thinking if she does, I’m going to stop reading bc that makes no sense. 😆
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Death, Murder
Moderate: Suicide
Minor: Infidelity, Grief, Suicide attempt, Injury/Injury detail
dark
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide
Minor: Sexual content
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Hard to read blatant bullying of an individual with very clear autistic traits, esp as someone who is neurodivergent. Not my favorite Freida McFadden book, but not my least favorite either
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Blood, Suicide attempt, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Child death, Death, Mental illness, Self harm, Blood, Police brutality, Toxic friendship
dark
mysterious
medium-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
This was one of freida's books where I just never understand the horrible decisions of the main character from the get. Not my favorite.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide, Murder
Moderate: Bullying, Suicide attempt