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katiegilley's review
3.0
I was really excited about this one because it features a ghost hunter and she acknowledges Grant Wilson and Jason Hawes and The Atlantic Paranormal Society for teaching her about ghost hunting - score! But I do have to say that of the three of hers that I've read, this one was the least attention-catching. It was a fun mystery - there's all sorts of characters in the beginning and you can't exactly figure out how they all fit together right away. Slowly the reader can begin connecting dots and it's awful fun trying to figure out who goes where in this puzzle. returnreturnEven though there are ghosts peeking around every corner, they're not there to scare - neither the other characters nor the reader - so don't let that put you off. This is perfect for a relaxing summer read, so definitely check it out!
abbywebb's review
3.0
This book had a great ending. Disappointingly though, the 400 or so pages leading up to the wind-down were sleepy. There were so many characters introduced at the beginning that I thought I would need to make a list in order to keep track - the way you might find characters outlined in classic novels.
The story led us into the exploration of ghosts - which I can't say I am interested in - and the world of eugenics - which I do think is quite intriguing. It was a cross between a murder-mystery and trippy romanticism.
On a different note, there was the actual writing. I love words, and I mean really love words. But Picoult tried to use way to many of them and contort them into some poetic meaning. I understood near the end as to why she was doing this, but it was frustrating beyond belief at the time I was reading it. I have to say I was glad there was no court case in this novel, a Picoult theme that shows up in her books again and again.
If this book had picked it up a notch earlier on and didn't make me think I was reading this for a high school lit class, I may have given it an extra star. But as it stands, I think 3 stars is generous enough.
The story led us into the exploration of ghosts - which I can't say I am interested in - and the world of eugenics - which I do think is quite intriguing. It was a cross between a murder-mystery and trippy romanticism.
On a different note, there was the actual writing. I love words, and I mean really love words. But Picoult tried to use way to many of them and contort them into some poetic meaning. I understood near the end as to why she was doing this, but it was frustrating beyond belief at the time I was reading it. I have to say I was glad there was no court case in this novel, a Picoult theme that shows up in her books again and again.
If this book had picked it up a notch earlier on and didn't make me think I was reading this for a high school lit class, I may have given it an extra star. But as it stands, I think 3 stars is generous enough.
leannecoppola's review against another edition
3.0
I liked this one. A good ghost story if you like that kind of storyline.
owls_rainbow's review against another edition
emotional
informative
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy, Suicidal thoughts, Child death, Suicide attempt, Suicide, and Self harm
curlyjessreads's review against another edition
4.0
I have read almost all of @jodipicoult 's books and have loved most all I've read! This is one of her older ones that I just haven't read before.
The beginning was a bit difficult to get into, especially as an audiobook. The change of POVs at the beginning is a bit choppy that's hard to catch with the audiobook. But once I was into the story I was hooked!
This is a ghost story, a love story, a story about forgiving oneself, and about learning to overcome your fears! In true Picoult fashion there are lots of twists, most I didn't see coming! And the is able to intricately weave, will leave you with a beautiful picture when it's complete and you're able to step back and see the whole thing!
If you're a fan of Picoult, you'll enjoy this one! If you've never read her I would recommend this one, but can also recommend more too! 😁
The beginning was a bit difficult to get into, especially as an audiobook. The change of POVs at the beginning is a bit choppy that's hard to catch with the audiobook. But once I was into the story I was hooked!
This is a ghost story, a love story, a story about forgiving oneself, and about learning to overcome your fears! In true Picoult fashion there are lots of twists, most I didn't see coming! And the is able to intricately weave, will leave you with a beautiful picture when it's complete and you're able to step back and see the whole thing!
If you're a fan of Picoult, you'll enjoy this one! If you've never read her I would recommend this one, but can also recommend more too! 😁
emwil13's review against another edition
5.0
This book was so full of suspense and twists I couldn't even handle it. It takes so much more than talent to do what Jodi Picoult did in this book. The end was perfect, just how I imagined it to be. Over all a great story.
aliceplant2505's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
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? It's complicated
4.0
As much as I very much enjoyed this book, it is my least favourite Jodi Picoult one so far. One of only two not to get a 5* review. Part of this was due to figuring out the mystery before it was revealed but also as I didn’t feel as invested in the characters as I usually do with her books.
I would still recommend this book as it is a very good read.
I would still recommend this book as it is a very good read.
jpaul7383's review against another edition
4.0
This one took me a lot longer to get through than it usually takes for Jodi’s books. I’m going to blame it on my busy season at work.
This was another book that keeps you guessing and assuming you know what happens in the end and then everything you thought was true is no longer true!!
This was another book that keeps you guessing and assuming you know what happens in the end and then everything you thought was true is no longer true!!
britnidudley's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
informative
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
3.5