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A review by nebulous07
The Snowstorm by Triona Walsh
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
The Snowstorm by Triona Walsh is exceptionally well written. Drawn to the premise, I was deeply moved by the historical significance of the remote Irish island that not only holds memories but deep dark secrets. An intense storm is brewing that isolates the inhabitants from the rest of the world and shakes six friends who are caught in its eye.
The Yaays: The character development flows and complements the plot. I admired and grew deeply fond of Garda (Policewoman) Cara. Her quest for the truth, guilt, helplessness and determination are flawlessly highlighted. I appreciated how she conducted herself and held her cards close to her chest as an "outsider." The past events were well-placed, resulting in little to no confusion. Every character was easily distinguished, and the pacing was well done, making me quickly turn the pages. I loved the integration language and the subsequent translation.
The Nays: While it was easy to pinpoint the culprits, I could never predict the twists and turns that came through. While this is a significant yaay, I felt that there were too many twists and turns, making the ending a tad far-fetched for me.
If you're looking for a winter read that will keep you on your toes, do not skip this one.
Thank you to NetGalley & Bookouture for giving me an ARC. This honest review is left voluntarily.
The Yaays: The character development flows and complements the plot. I admired and grew deeply fond of Garda (Policewoman) Cara. Her quest for the truth, guilt, helplessness and determination are flawlessly highlighted. I appreciated how she conducted herself and held her cards close to her chest as an "outsider." The past events were well-placed, resulting in little to no confusion. Every character was easily distinguished, and the pacing was well done, making me quickly turn the pages. I loved the integration language and the subsequent translation.
The Nays: While it was easy to pinpoint the culprits, I could never predict the twists and turns that came through. While this is a significant yaay, I felt that there were too many twists and turns, making the ending a tad far-fetched for me.
If you're looking for a winter read that will keep you on your toes, do not skip this one.
Thank you to NetGalley & Bookouture for giving me an ARC. This honest review is left voluntarily.