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3.83 AVERAGE
3.83 AVERAGE
adventurous
mysterious
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Normally, I get intimidated by thick books, but when an entire community raves about a novel, it’s hard not to give it a shot. The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle was definitely outside my comfort zone—I don’t typically read “whodunit” mysteries. However, I found this book to be absolutely captivating, engaging, and mind-bending from start to finish.
The twists were completely unpredictable; just when I thought I had everything figured out, the plot turned in a way I never expected. The reason I picked up The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle was because it sounded so unique and fascinating: “A murder mystery novel inspired by Agatha Christie, with a healthy dose of Groundhog Day, a hint of Quantum Leap, and a dash of Downton Abbey.” How could I resist? The result was a thrilling ride, and I enjoyed every minute of it.
If you're looking for a well-written, cleverly-plotted mystery with layers upon layers of intrigue, this is the book for you. Even if it's not your usual genre, like it wasn't for me, it's worth stepping out of your comfort zone. You won’t be disappointed!
The twists were completely unpredictable; just when I thought I had everything figured out, the plot turned in a way I never expected. The reason I picked up The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle was because it sounded so unique and fascinating: “A murder mystery novel inspired by Agatha Christie, with a healthy dose of Groundhog Day, a hint of Quantum Leap, and a dash of Downton Abbey.” How could I resist? The result was a thrilling ride, and I enjoyed every minute of it.
If you're looking for a well-written, cleverly-plotted mystery with layers upon layers of intrigue, this is the book for you. Even if it's not your usual genre, like it wasn't for me, it's worth stepping out of your comfort zone. You won’t be disappointed!
it’s getting kinda fatphobic and i don’t have a connection to the MC
dnf again (tried 2nd time)
The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle is an ambitious and highly inventive mystery thriller that challenges the reader with its complex structure. The premise of waking up in a different guest’s body across eight repeated days to solve Evelyn's murder is intriguing and original. However, my experience was marked by confusion and difficulty in following the plot, even after three attempts including once with a physical copy to focus better. The multiple perspectives and intertwining timelines created a dense narrative that felt overwhelming rather than immersive. While critics praise its cleverness and unpredictable twists, this complexity made it hard for me to stay engaged or finish the book. It’s a novel that might reward patient readers who enjoy intricate puzzles but stands as a tough read for those seeking a straightforward mystery.
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The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle is an ambitious and highly inventive mystery thriller that challenges the reader with its complex structure. The premise of waking up in a different guest’s body across eight repeated days to solve Evelyn's murder is intriguing and original. However, my experience was marked by confusion and difficulty in following the plot, even after three attempts including once with a physical copy to focus better. The multiple perspectives and intertwining timelines created a dense narrative that felt overwhelming rather than immersive. While critics praise its cleverness and unpredictable twists, this complexity made it hard for me to stay engaged or finish the book. It’s a novel that might reward patient readers who enjoy intricate puzzles but stands as a tough read for those seeking a straightforward mystery.
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challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
It's been a while before this book that I'd read a mystery or thriller novel and this was such a great way to return to the genre.
Though time travel will always make things go wibbly wobbly, I loved how the characters built on each other and how the MMC collected pieces of the puzzle through every turn.
One of the hosts and the footmen escaped me a bit, as to their purpose, other than adding some danger and pressure, but not enough to make me dislike or disengage with the story.
Though time travel will always make things go wibbly wobbly, I loved how the characters built on each other and how the MMC collected pieces of the puzzle through every turn.
One of the hosts and the footmen escaped me a bit, as to their purpose, other than adding some danger and pressure, but not enough to make me dislike or disengage with the story.
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Sorry in advance for everyone who loves this book! I think the plot was creative. However, it was so hard to get through…