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3.48 AVERAGE
3.48 AVERAGE
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
"What you Did" by Claire McGowan tells the story of Ali, an Oxford University graduate, who organizes a reunion of her friend group from school. There is a lot of baggage between all of the old friends thanks to prior romantic ties and crushes and unresolved drama between the group. When Karen, Ali's best friend, is violently raped after a long night of drinking and accuses Mike, Ali's husband, the story begins and the secrets start being revealed. The book is very fast paced and never lost my interest throughout. I was not able to guess the ending honestly. When it was revealed I was shocked, and a bit relieved it wasn’t the character I was worried it was going to be.
I thought it was fantastic! Easy reading but had me gripped! And I never guessed the ending either!
3.5 stars While all the characters in this book are pretty unlikeable and have little redeeming qualities, there was plenty of suspense and the mystery aspect was intriguing. There were lots of secrets revealed and twists you didn’t see coming.
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Interesting ending. Also a couple of minor twists- enjoyed the mystery
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Not a fan of the subject matter. The ending is appalling. I need to learn that free / cheap books are worth exactly what I pay for them.
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
“What You Did” by Clare McGowan is a gripping tale of betrayal, assault, and the struggle to choose between trusting loved ones. The story revolves around Ali, her husband Mike, and their best friend Karen, and how one night changes their lives forever.
The plot is well-paced and the characters are developed enough to make readers invested in their story. Ali’s dilemma of choosing between her husband and her best friend adds an intriguing element to the plot. It was interesting to see how her decision affected not just her relationships, but also her past.
The author also sheds light on darker memories that the group shared at university. These flashbacks were written skillfully and added a layer of complexity to the plot. The ending is well-written, leaving the reader satisfied with the resolution.
Overall, “What You Did” is an engaging thriller that explores the intricacies of relationships and trust. Clare McGowan’s writing is fluid, and the plot is well-thought-out. The book is definitely a page-turner and is recommended for anyone who enjoys a good thriller. It gets four stars from me!
The plot is well-paced and the characters are developed enough to make readers invested in their story. Ali’s dilemma of choosing between her husband and her best friend adds an intriguing element to the plot. It was interesting to see how her decision affected not just her relationships, but also her past.
The author also sheds light on darker memories that the group shared at university. These flashbacks were written skillfully and added a layer of complexity to the plot. The ending is well-written, leaving the reader satisfied with the resolution.
Overall, “What You Did” is an engaging thriller that explores the intricacies of relationships and trust. Clare McGowan’s writing is fluid, and the plot is well-thought-out. The book is definitely a page-turner and is recommended for anyone who enjoys a good thriller. It gets four stars from me!