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complexlyleslie's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
zaineylaney's review
4.0
4.5 Stars
Are you a fan of Intrigue and family complexities in a contemporary setting? A fun read to try is:
Con Family - Jillian returns to her family after taking the fall for them and being in prison for 3 years.
Go Straight - The only stipulation to this family of cons? Go straight and they will get some of her mother’s inheritance.
Family Drama - But these people are set in their ways, constantly running grifts as well as scheming on ways to get Jillian out of the picture once again so they can be free.
Bodyguard - So she enlists the help of a bodyguard to protect herself and her assets, because ironically, this stranger may be the only one she can trust.
To begin, I wanted to note that the author also goes by the name Darby Kane in her writings, which may interest those of you who have read her books. One of the main things that drew me to this book was the comparison to Oceans 11 and Knives Out. While it may definitely be closer to Kinives Out, the vibe wasn’t exactly what I was expecting. I have heard this turned a few people off, but after realizing it wasn’t supposed to be going along with a con and solving a mystery per se, I set back and actually enjoyed this book. The characters are mysterious in themselves and very fun, especially because you are never sure of the motives. The way the book ends definitely leaves it open for a sequel and I would actually be very happy to read more!
Are you a fan of Intrigue and family complexities in a contemporary setting? A fun read to try is:
Con Family - Jillian returns to her family after taking the fall for them and being in prison for 3 years.
Go Straight - The only stipulation to this family of cons? Go straight and they will get some of her mother’s inheritance.
Family Drama - But these people are set in their ways, constantly running grifts as well as scheming on ways to get Jillian out of the picture once again so they can be free.
Bodyguard - So she enlists the help of a bodyguard to protect herself and her assets, because ironically, this stranger may be the only one she can trust.
To begin, I wanted to note that the author also goes by the name Darby Kane in her writings, which may interest those of you who have read her books. One of the main things that drew me to this book was the comparison to Oceans 11 and Knives Out. While it may definitely be closer to Kinives Out, the vibe wasn’t exactly what I was expecting. I have heard this turned a few people off, but after realizing it wasn’t supposed to be going along with a con and solving a mystery per se, I set back and actually enjoyed this book. The characters are mysterious in themselves and very fun, especially because you are never sure of the motives. The way the book ends definitely leaves it open for a sequel and I would actually be very happy to read more!
jpoole08's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
lawryn's review against another edition
2.0
This book, a tale of a drama fillers family is grifters and con artists, has an interesting concept! I was disappointed that the book has little to do with cons and the characters never left a single house for the ENTIRE BOOK - seems like a lazy use of what could have been an amazing concept!
clarachv's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
ale_irigoyen's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Jillian Morewood knows family comes first, that's why she spend the last 3 years in prison... for her family. The Morewoods aren't the normal family that does business together; their true business is conning rich people, and enrich the family funds. Now Jillian is on a quest to turn the family into an honest one; however, her family is putting up a fight. They don't want to go straight, and their cons are just the tip of the iceberg.
I don't know 'bout The Nest, but the two other movies this book was compared to have nothing in common with this book at all, IMO. This book isn't a mystery, it definately doesn't read as a thriller either if you ask me. What it is though, is a family drama/humor book. Once you assimilate this book was falsely marketed, it starts being fun to read, or in my case, listen to the Morewood family shenanigans.
Having said that, I was expecting more. There wasn't really a climax to the story, no big reveal other than the obvious. I felt like we were going to get a traitor reveal at the end, and we didn't: and if I'm being honest, I thought the author was leaving little breadcrumbs here and there, and I was disappointed that it wasn't the case. Still, this was funny, and I liked it.
I don't know 'bout The Nest, but the two other movies this book was compared to have nothing in common with this book at all, IMO. This book isn't a mystery, it definately doesn't read as a thriller either if you ask me. What it is though, is a family drama/humor book. Once you assimilate this book was falsely marketed, it starts being fun to read, or in my case, listen to the Morewood family shenanigans.
Having said that, I was expecting more. There wasn't really a climax to the story, no big reveal other than the obvious. I felt like we were going to get a traitor reveal at the end, and we didn't: and if I'm being honest, I thought the author was leaving little breadcrumbs here and there, and I was disappointed that it wasn't the case. Still, this was funny, and I liked it.
jdunn79's review against another edition
lighthearted
tense
3.5
I really enjoyed the first half of this book. The con artist family was entertaining. When the bodyguard romance was introduced, I was excited for it, but in the end was let down. It didn’t feel authentic given the background of both characters and the situation.
keerit3's review against another edition
2.0
i feel like i was just reading words and not actual sentences
sshinesea's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
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
2.5
An enjoyable, and then forgettable, weekend read.
ashbatten's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0