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bethelizabethuk's review against another edition
3.0
This is book 2 in the Slayton Thriller series and I have to say I preferred The Midnight Man. This one wasn’t as creepy which is what I loved about book 1. I also can’t get a handle on Sarah. She’s 40 years old but comes across as in her 20’s. She was also instrumental in solving a massive case and is now back to lacking in confidence and pretty much just canvassing the streets.
I do however love Elliott. He adds so much to the series and I just want to give him a big hug. I also adore Elsie and hate how her weight is constantly mentioned. Like we know she is overweight it doesn’t have to be the only thing talked about. I would also be fuming if I got the present she got when Sarah was treating her friends.
The intermittent covid mentions didn’t add anything to the story and just seemed a bit out of place. The middle of the book is slow going with not much happening and there are a lot of characters to keep track of. I am still a bit baffled by the ending and what happens with a certain character but I will definitely read any additions to the series.
I would say if you love creepy towns with a paranormal feel then definitely check out this series. Slayton is definitely a spooky place to live. I would recommend reading them in order though because it references things that happened in book 1 without explanation.
I received a copy of the ebook via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
I do however love Elliott. He adds so much to the series and I just want to give him a big hug. I also adore Elsie and hate how her weight is constantly mentioned. Like we know she is overweight it doesn’t have to be the only thing talked about. I would also be fuming if I got the present she got when Sarah was treating her friends.
The intermittent covid mentions didn’t add anything to the story and just seemed a bit out of place. The middle of the book is slow going with not much happening and there are a lot of characters to keep track of. I am still a bit baffled by the ending and what happens with a certain character but I will definitely read any additions to the series.
I would say if you love creepy towns with a paranormal feel then definitely check out this series. Slayton is definitely a spooky place to live. I would recommend reading them in order though because it references things that happened in book 1 without explanation.
I received a copy of the ebook via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
shanny's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
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? N/A
3.5
impla77's review
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
pretty standard thriller with poor setup and forgettable characters
maya_u's review against another edition
I've been trying to read this book for about 3 weeks already, so I think it's officially time to DNF sadly. I have been putting it off, hoping I'll get back to it and it would pick up again, especially considering how much I enjoyed book 1.
Unfortunately I did not get back into the book and have had to put it down. I just felt that I reached a point mid book where I lost interest in the mystery, sadly.
Unfortunately I did not get back into the book and have had to put it down. I just felt that I reached a point mid book where I lost interest in the mystery, sadly.
mandylovestoread's review against another edition
4.0
I do love a Caroline Mitchell book! this is the second book in the Slayton series featuring police officer Sarah Noble. The Midnight Man a was creepy, page turner and The Night Whispers had me curled up under my blankets hearing every bump in the night.
Why would you want to live in the small town of Slayton? With it’s dark past, and creepy old house standing abandoned as a reminder to all. And now there is the fear of the ghostly, black eyed children!! An elderly woman and her wheelchair bound son are brutally murdered in their home. Sarah is sent to do a welfare check after a neighbour calls in worried about them. What she find is the stuff of nightmares. The victims have had their eyes removed and there is blood everywhere. Sarah find herself on the team to investigate. The town is once again on edge, scared that they will be next.
It really was a chilling story with some supernatural elements in there was well. I really like Elliot and his friendship with Sarah.
Thank you to Embla Books and NetGalley for my advanced copy of this book to read. Published July 28th.
Why would you want to live in the small town of Slayton? With it’s dark past, and creepy old house standing abandoned as a reminder to all. And now there is the fear of the ghostly, black eyed children!! An elderly woman and her wheelchair bound son are brutally murdered in their home. Sarah is sent to do a welfare check after a neighbour calls in worried about them. What she find is the stuff of nightmares. The victims have had their eyes removed and there is blood everywhere. Sarah find herself on the team to investigate. The town is once again on edge, scared that they will be next.
It really was a chilling story with some supernatural elements in there was well. I really like Elliot and his friendship with Sarah.
Thank you to Embla Books and NetGalley for my advanced copy of this book to read. Published July 28th.
annarella's review against another edition
4.0
I think that this is a good book, creepy and gripping. Problem is that the first was exceptional and I started it with sky high expectations.
Once I realised that it was me not the book I thoroughly enjoyed it.
It's well plotted and gripping. My only issue is that Sarah is a bit too juvenile but I like her.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
Once I realised that it was me not the book I thoroughly enjoyed it.
It's well plotted and gripping. My only issue is that Sarah is a bit too juvenile but I like her.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
bts4eva's review against another edition
5.0
a really good read. you can't wait to see what's next but think the lead should have a bit more about her and stronger character
sophwent's review
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25