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ruby_99's review
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
emmalux1991's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
slow-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
3.0
melaniesreads's review
4.0
I read this book in three parts over three weeks as part of a readalong. The first part didn’t quite grab my attention and I struggled to remember who was who even though there was only four main characters. Only Orly really stuck in my head as she narrates and her story, at first, seemed the most tragic. I don’t mind a slow start if it is to build characters but all through out I found I struggled to remember them so I ended up giving them the nicknames of widow Orly, cafe Mel, swot Lenny and Botox Thea. This helped along with a cliffhanger ending so I looked forward to part two.
Part two was the arrival of the friends at the festival and was by far my favourite. A lot went on and my suspicions were heightened as things turned sinister and new characters were introduced. Although minor these were very memorable and easy to follow. From hanger on Pandora, druggie Trey, hunky Ben and sleazy solicitor Rich I suspected them all and nothing had even really happened yet.
Then the conclusion, where all hell broke loose and it transpired I had judged people wrongly and had the wool pulled over my eyes. A very clever character driven thriller where not everyone is who they seem.
Part two was the arrival of the friends at the festival and was by far my favourite. A lot went on and my suspicions were heightened as things turned sinister and new characters were introduced. Although minor these were very memorable and easy to follow. From hanger on Pandora, druggie Trey, hunky Ben and sleazy solicitor Rich I suspected them all and nothing had even really happened yet.
Then the conclusion, where all hell broke loose and it transpired I had judged people wrongly and had the wool pulled over my eyes. A very clever character driven thriller where not everyone is who they seem.
thebooktrail88's review
3.0
I'll start off by saying that I have never been to a festival like the one in the book. Now that I have read it, I'm never going to go! haha Blimey that was hard core!
Four friends meet up for a reunion. There's camping and getting lost in the woods, drink, secrets, more drink, more secrets and well, it doesn't end well.
Four women who have been friends since school but whose lives have all gone in very different directions. I 'm guessing that if you have been to a festival, then the fear of someone getting into your tent, the vulnerability of sleeping close to the woods, having random people walking past your tent day and night and all the other issues...wow. The author has done some clever research and it all feels very authentic.
The friendship and secrets between the girls was compelling to read about. Plenty of red herrings to throw you off the scent. Yes indeed, this was a ride and a half.
Four friends meet up for a reunion. There's camping and getting lost in the woods, drink, secrets, more drink, more secrets and well, it doesn't end well.
Four women who have been friends since school but whose lives have all gone in very different directions. I 'm guessing that if you have been to a festival, then the fear of someone getting into your tent, the vulnerability of sleeping close to the woods, having random people walking past your tent day and night and all the other issues...wow. The author has done some clever research and it all feels very authentic.
The friendship and secrets between the girls was compelling to read about. Plenty of red herrings to throw you off the scent. Yes indeed, this was a ride and a half.
cosiedupwithabook's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
ruthyroo's review
3.0
Four school friends, Thea, Lenny, Orla and Mel, reunite at a local music festival following the death of Orla’s husband. Each faces their own struggles in life and hopes to relive easier times. But not all of them will leave the festival alive....
The first third of the book introduces each of the women and examines their lives, where they find themselves and what problems they face. We then arrive at the festival and complications start to arise as the women try to enjoy themselves and fidget their worries. There are plenty of red herrings along the way to keep us guessing at where the danger will really come from but I did see the ending coming.
The book felt well paced for the first two thirds but the conclusion felt rushed to me. There were a few scenes that I felt could have been included to add to the story without giving anything away and whilst the resolution was satisfactory, the actions of the killer once revealed were just a few steps beyond the believable. Whilst it won’t be a standout book fir me, it was an easy and enjoyable read.
The first third of the book introduces each of the women and examines their lives, where they find themselves and what problems they face. We then arrive at the festival and complications start to arise as the women try to enjoy themselves and fidget their worries. There are plenty of red herrings along the way to keep us guessing at where the danger will really come from but I did see the ending coming.
The book felt well paced for the first two thirds but the conclusion felt rushed to me. There were a few scenes that I felt could have been included to add to the story without giving anything away and whilst the resolution was satisfactory, the actions of the killer once revealed were just a few steps beyond the believable. Whilst it won’t be a standout book fir me, it was an easy and enjoyable read.
meggan1010's review
4.0
Bought this book on a whim and I’m glad I did. Exactly what I enjoy. Lots of mystery, and I enjoyed discovering the dynamics of a group of old school friends who are now in adulthood.