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celtic67's review against another edition
3.0
This the second book in the Ben Harper series. There is some back story which is easily explained and did not intrude in the story. As I said my first read by Robert Gold and worked quite well as a stand alone. This was a thrilling ride and kept me turning the pages. There were plenty of twists and turns and just when you thought you had worked it all out another curve ball was thrown into the mix and all your ideas were shattered and lay in pieces at your feet.If book one was as good as this one then I will need to dig it out and dive in. The short chapters worked well and the prose was of a quality that kept the reader engaged. I will look forward to book one and any subsequent books by this author. Recommended. Pick up a copy.
tori4819's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
tatty28's review against another edition
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
123tezza's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
This book took way too long to get through. There were so many characters and storylines, and when it all finally pulled together there were too many twists to be believable. I realise it is a work of fiction, and twists that keep you guessing make a story more exciting, but there is a fine line, and in my opinion, this book crossed it.
stillsarah93's review
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
4.25
infires_'s review
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
elinmorrish's review
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
liz74's review
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
roelia's review against another edition
4.0
One year ago, almost to the exact day, I read “Twelve Secrets”, a crime thriller, by debut author Robert Gold. The main protagonist was investigative journalist, Ben Harper – trying to uncover some obscurities in his own family’s past. His older brother was murdered when Ben was very young, and that changed his life, and his family’s, forever. I throughly enjoyed it and was hoping that Mr Gold don’t stay a debut author forever.
And here we are, one year later, and the second in the Ben Harper series, “Eleven Liars”, is here! This book can be read as a standalone, but I do think it does add additional insight to the character building and backstory if you can read the “Twelve Secrets” as well.
In this book we return to the small town of Haddley, where Ben lives. One night, as he was returning home, he notices a fire in the community centre. He rushes in to see if there is anyone in peril and spots a shadowy figure fleeing the scene. Then, after the fire is extinguished, the police find human remains in the burnt-out foundation of the building.
And here, the mystery starts to unfold. Firstly, was this arson or an accident? The body is identified, and it hits close to home. Ben and his friend, Detective Constable Dani Cash starts to investigate, painstakingly untangling a web of lies and deceit.
It seems as if some people in this small town have got hidden agendas, desperately trying to keep some secrets and the dark history buried– even willing to kill to do so.
“Eleven Liars” is gripping and fast-paced and kept me guessing right until the end. The book is made up of eleven parts, with each part containing several short chapters. The short chapters, most with cliffhanger endings, added to the pace, and at one stage it was as if I could not turn the pages fast enough.
The plot is complex and realistic. It is filled with suspense, mystery, and emotion – it pulls you in from the very start. Brilliantly crafted, the puzzle pieces fall into place, and the twists keep coming.
Told from multiple POVs, with time lapses, this book is a prime example of twisty and intelligent crime thriller.
I was deeply invested in the story and rooting for Ben and Dani all the way. Their characters are well-developed, both with their own issues and flaws. Their strong friendship and chemistry added an additional layer of warmth and depth to the plot.
Should I dare to say that I enjoyed “Eleven Liars” even more than “Twelve Secrets”? I can’t wait to read more! If you are looking for a new crime author and series to explore, jump right in!
With thanks to Jonathan Ball Publishers for the opportunity to read this book.
And here we are, one year later, and the second in the Ben Harper series, “Eleven Liars”, is here! This book can be read as a standalone, but I do think it does add additional insight to the character building and backstory if you can read the “Twelve Secrets” as well.
In this book we return to the small town of Haddley, where Ben lives. One night, as he was returning home, he notices a fire in the community centre. He rushes in to see if there is anyone in peril and spots a shadowy figure fleeing the scene. Then, after the fire is extinguished, the police find human remains in the burnt-out foundation of the building.
And here, the mystery starts to unfold. Firstly, was this arson or an accident? The body is identified, and it hits close to home. Ben and his friend, Detective Constable Dani Cash starts to investigate, painstakingly untangling a web of lies and deceit.
It seems as if some people in this small town have got hidden agendas, desperately trying to keep some secrets and the dark history buried– even willing to kill to do so.
“Eleven Liars” is gripping and fast-paced and kept me guessing right until the end. The book is made up of eleven parts, with each part containing several short chapters. The short chapters, most with cliffhanger endings, added to the pace, and at one stage it was as if I could not turn the pages fast enough.
The plot is complex and realistic. It is filled with suspense, mystery, and emotion – it pulls you in from the very start. Brilliantly crafted, the puzzle pieces fall into place, and the twists keep coming.
Told from multiple POVs, with time lapses, this book is a prime example of twisty and intelligent crime thriller.
I was deeply invested in the story and rooting for Ben and Dani all the way. Their characters are well-developed, both with their own issues and flaws. Their strong friendship and chemistry added an additional layer of warmth and depth to the plot.
Should I dare to say that I enjoyed “Eleven Liars” even more than “Twelve Secrets”? I can’t wait to read more! If you are looking for a new crime author and series to explore, jump right in!
With thanks to Jonathan Ball Publishers for the opportunity to read this book.
abbilinda's review
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5