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briannarengland's review against another edition
3.0
3.5
I probably wouldn't have enjoyed this book as much as I did if I hadn't re-read the Mara Dyer trilogy first. A lot of loose ends were wrapped up/touched on but there wasn't a lot of plot. This was definitely mostly build up for the next book but I'm interested in seeing where this story goes!
I probably wouldn't have enjoyed this book as much as I did if I hadn't re-read the Mara Dyer trilogy first. A lot of loose ends were wrapped up/touched on but there wasn't a lot of plot. This was definitely mostly build up for the next book but I'm interested in seeing where this story goes!
meganmreads's review against another edition
3.0
I loved the Mara Dyer trilogy and I couldn’t wait for the spin off series to come out. I preordered without really knowing much about it because I trusted it would be well written and amazing. I have to admit, once I realized it took place AFTER Mara Dyer, I was a little unsure because I kind of enjoyed the ambiguous ending and I don’t want to see the two of them split up. Still, I had burning questions, so part of me was excited. I was also eager to get inside of Noah’s head, too.
I firmly believe there is such a thing as too much of a good thing and that’s why I’ve never really wished any book series were longer. I’m usually apprehensive about unplanned sequels and books like this only serve to reinforce my feelings. This was a book I thought I wanted, but ultimately wasn’t nearly as good as the original trilogy.
I didn’t like Noah as a narrator as much as Mara. Also, part of what made the Mara Dyer trilogy so intriguing was that she was an unreliable narrator. I didn’t always believe her, and neither did Noah, but it felt weird being in his head while he distrusted her. I feel like I’m still on Mara’s side, so seeing Noah distrust her from his POV just felt wrong.
The book wasn’t bad and there were definitely some interesting events, high stakes, and a mystery I can’t help but want to solve. I simply didn’t enjoy it the same way as I loved the Mara Dyer trilogy. I will admit that it was just as well written, it’s just that preferred Mara’s POV.
I firmly believe there is such a thing as too much of a good thing and that’s why I’ve never really wished any book series were longer. I’m usually apprehensive about unplanned sequels and books like this only serve to reinforce my feelings. This was a book I thought I wanted, but ultimately wasn’t nearly as good as the original trilogy.
I didn’t like Noah as a narrator as much as Mara. Also, part of what made the Mara Dyer trilogy so intriguing was that she was an unreliable narrator. I didn’t always believe her, and neither did Noah, but it felt weird being in his head while he distrusted her. I feel like I’m still on Mara’s side, so seeing Noah distrust her from his POV just felt wrong.
The book wasn’t bad and there were definitely some interesting events, high stakes, and a mystery I can’t help but want to solve. I simply didn’t enjoy it the same way as I loved the Mara Dyer trilogy. I will admit that it was just as well written, it’s just that preferred Mara’s POV.
ruleone's review against another edition
1.0
I literally saw piles of this book in a book bin at a dollar store a few weeks ago while picking up some candy, I went to the very same dollar store yesterday and I believe that most, if not all, were still there. Trust me, it belongs there. This book is a cringy mess of triggering content and terrible character development.
yokelsoreads's review against another edition
5.0
I honestly cannot stop fucking screaming so don’t expect a full review anytime soon. Just know that this one is going to stick with me for a LONG fucking while.
readingwithreenie's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
maddelliott's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
5.0
i am far too invested in this series. michelle, i’m gonna need that third book you’ve been hiding
songrequest's review against another edition
this is the first book ive picked up after months of slump phew
midnightinfairytales's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I loved how fast paced it was and being able to return to the characters I loved when I was a young teenager. I enjoyed the sense of mystery which kept me hooked.
However...because it has been around 9-10 years since I read the mara dyer series, I forgot a lot of what happened.
It was also very confusing in general, and I have no idea what the ending means at all and if it was actually Mara who caused everything. Please someone tell me what happened at the end there!
However...because it has been around 9-10 years since I read the mara dyer series, I forgot a lot of what happened.
It was also very confusing in general, and I have no idea what the ending means at all and if it was actually Mara who caused everything. Please someone tell me what happened at the end there!