A review by erin_robbins19
The Maidens by Alex Michaelides

fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

This book started so strongly; the mystery was intriguing, I enjoyed the MC, and I loved all of the Greek plays and mythology references. But then around the halfway mark it all started falling apart for me. The characters all started to feel very flat, and the twists had no buildup at all so it felt like they came out of nowhere. The ending felt really rushed, and the big reveal was definitely... a choice. In general, there was a lot left to be wrapped up, and what was wrapped up felt very unsatisfying. Had this book ended in the same way it started, I would easily give it a 4/5, but I just can't. 
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