Scan barcode
A review by samantita
The Examiner by Janice Hallett
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Six students of various backgrounds and ages enroll in an art course for an MA at a prestigious London university. Absolutely nothing could go wrong, right?
I was initially hesitant to pick this book up when I flipped through it and saw the format. However, Hallett brings each character to life through messages, emails, and personal essays that had me questioning what was happening at each corner of the story and quickly turning the page to find out. Because it felt like I was reading a screenshot of someone's text messages, it was a quick and easy read.
I literally dropped my jaw and yelled OH MY GOD at the part where we find out that Jem is blind and was a bit disappointed that I hadn't figured it out myself. It makes Hallett's skill all the more impressive to me. I'll definitely be reading more.
I was initially hesitant to pick this book up when I flipped through it and saw the format. However, Hallett brings each character to life through messages, emails, and personal essays that had me questioning what was happening at each corner of the story and quickly turning the page to find out. Because it felt like I was reading a screenshot of someone's text messages, it was a quick and easy read.
I literally dropped my jaw and yelled OH MY GOD at the part where we find out