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shauntelle_reads's review against another edition
4.0
Whoa! There was so much going on in this book. I had to pay attention to every word as well apart more thane, just to make sure I wasn't missing anything. The premise of this book was very intriguing, and outside of a few confusing parts that I had to re-read, I really enjoyed this one. I found myself racing through the pages to get to the end. I just had to know what would happen. I couldn't even attempt to predict what would happen because there was A LOT happening. There were unlimited twists and turns that gave me whiplash and made my jaw drop. This was a complicated plot to me. Was it executed perfectly? No, but it was executed well. This was a captivating, complex read.
Thank you NetGalley and The Book Folks for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
Thank you NetGalley and The Book Folks for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
kaitlyns135's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
rebecca939's review
5.0
I was thoroughly engrossed in this book from page one!
Everytime I thought I knew what was going on I was thrown on another loop...so many twists, so many things uncovered!
What a thrilling ride! I would recommend this book!
Everytime I thought I knew what was going on I was thrown on another loop...so many twists, so many things uncovered!
What a thrilling ride! I would recommend this book!
kathijo63's review
challenging
dark
mysterious
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
3.0
The book was a blend of intrigue and confusion, a potpourri of emotions that left me both fascinated and frustrated. The concept of the book was undeniably intriguing, and as a seasoned reader who has navigated numerous narratives with multiple points-of-view, this aspect of the book did not phase me. However, the constant lying that each character engaged in, it was difficult to discern the truth. Every character seemed to be shrouded in a cloak of dishonesty, each one hiding more than they revealed.
One of the glaring plot holes that stood out was the lack of a DNA test on the child. This simple procedure could have easily resolved the mystery surrounding her identity. The absence of this logical step was baffling and somewhat detracted from the credibility of the narrative.
Despite these shortcomings, the author's writing style was commendable. The narrative was gripping, the prose was eloquent, and the story was told in a manner that was compelling enough to keep me turning the pages. While the book was a captivating read with a fascinating concept and well-crafted prose, the convoluted narrative and the lack of logical progression were significant drawbacks. The constant deception and the confusing timeline made it difficult to fully immerse myself in the story. While I appreciated the author's writing style and the gripping nature of the story, the overall experience was somewhat marred by the book's complexity and confusion.
One of the glaring plot holes that stood out was the lack of a DNA test on the child. This simple procedure could have easily resolved the mystery surrounding her identity. The absence of this logical step was baffling and somewhat detracted from the credibility of the narrative.
Despite these shortcomings, the author's writing style was commendable. The narrative was gripping, the prose was eloquent, and the story was told in a manner that was compelling enough to keep me turning the pages. While the book was a captivating read with a fascinating concept and well-crafted prose, the convoluted narrative and the lack of logical progression were significant drawbacks. The constant deception and the confusing timeline made it difficult to fully immerse myself in the story. While I appreciated the author's writing style and the gripping nature of the story, the overall experience was somewhat marred by the book's complexity and confusion.
literary__mary's review
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
katiebella_reads's review
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
3.0
3⭐️
Publisher: The Book Folks
Publication Date: 5/6/2024
When Charlotte was 8 years old, she disappeared from her family's farm. Two years later, she turned up again, only she didn't know herself as Charlotte. She knows herself as Iris. She knows a different woman as mom. She can't remember this new past. Both "mothers" claim her as theirs. But who is telling the truth?
My Thoughts
I've read this type of storyline before. It's not new. Normally, it's told from the mothers point of view. This author took a different approach and told it from the child's Charlotte/Iris. The writing comes off as a bit immature until you understand it's told through the eyes of a traumatized 10 year old. It's actually brilliant in its simplicity.
The part that irked me the most was the lack of any kind of testing or confirmation that Iris WAS Charlotte. They seemed to all just take it for a fact even when the child couldn't remember any of her "real" family.
The whole book has multiple timeline jumps between Charlotte and Iris, who are essentially the same person but with separate pasts. It's confusing. It's disjointed. Something entirely wrong is going on, and it is hard to keep up. No wonder the poor mite is so scared and confused. She doesn't even know who she truly is.
The first two parts of the book were intense and had me throughly engrossed and engaged. The third part.......? Well, that's when the whole thing went off the rails. The timelines become screwed. The author messes up what happened in the first few parts. Nothing quite adds up or makes sense. You can see where she is trying to go and how she is trying to get there ( it concept is amazing FYI) she just seems lost on the way. It needs a better edit. Someone needs to take noats on the first few sections and correct the mistakes. There are no clear indications as to who is talking, whose life we are seeing, and whose story we are hearing. It all becomes an incoherent mess.
Thank you, NetGalley, for the ARC.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Publisher: The Book Folks
Publication Date: 5/6/2024
When Charlotte was 8 years old, she disappeared from her family's farm. Two years later, she turned up again, only she didn't know herself as Charlotte. She knows herself as Iris. She knows a different woman as mom. She can't remember this new past. Both "mothers" claim her as theirs. But who is telling the truth?
My Thoughts
I've read this type of storyline before. It's not new. Normally, it's told from the mothers point of view. This author took a different approach and told it from the child's Charlotte/Iris. The writing comes off as a bit immature until you understand it's told through the eyes of a traumatized 10 year old. It's actually brilliant in its simplicity.
The part that irked me the most was the lack of any kind of testing or confirmation that Iris WAS Charlotte. They seemed to all just take it for a fact even when the child couldn't remember any of her "real" family.
The whole book has multiple timeline jumps between Charlotte and Iris, who are essentially the same person but with separate pasts. It's confusing. It's disjointed. Something entirely wrong is going on, and it is hard to keep up. No wonder the poor mite is so scared and confused. She doesn't even know who she truly is.
The first two parts of the book were intense and had me throughly engrossed and engaged. The third part.......? Well, that's when the whole thing went off the rails. The timelines become screwed. The author messes up what happened in the first few parts. Nothing quite adds up or makes sense. You can see where she is trying to go and how she is trying to get there ( it concept is amazing FYI) she just seems lost on the way. It needs a better edit. Someone needs to take noats on the first few sections and correct the mistakes. There are no clear indications as to who is talking, whose life we are seeing, and whose story we are hearing. It all becomes an incoherent mess.
Thank you, NetGalley, for the ARC.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
hannahs1993's review
challenging
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
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