A review by alifff
Before Her Eyes by Jack Jordan

mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

this was unnecessary long and also one of the most annoying plots i’ve ever read. so many plot holes and foolishness. 2 ⭐️ for me for finishing it.

first of all, why does Naomi keep opening the door despite knowing that she is in danger?!

when a killer is on the loose, opening doors can be risky for a woman who can see so what about someone who can’t? i think this was very stupid on her part.

the entire Josie-taking-her-to-woods part happened because of her naivety which led to that whole Josie harassing her 🤦🏻‍♀️ her character was getting on my nerves. honestly, i wouldn’t have minded in other circumstances, but the fact that she was doing all this to get the attention and love of a man who doesn’t really care about her was infuriating. i hate such jealousy tropes where they never blame the guy but are all ready to kill the other woman. they hurt the other woman and take back the man who cheated on them! as Naomi said, “I pity you for wanting someone who clearly doesn’t give a damn about you.”

 

i didn’t like the characters either. only Marcus was likeable, but even he eventually began acting stupid. He repeatedly promised to protect her, but instead left her vulnerable. 🤦🏻‍♀️

and the ending, from the beginning there was one thing i kept saying in my head –

"i would be very mad if the killer turned out to be Dane because it is so obvious" –

welllll 🙂 looks like i should go get mad!!

the only thing i liked about this book is that it ended.