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A review by hellococo927
The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
"The Woman in the Window" offers a unique perspective on agoraphobia through the lens of an unreliable narrator, a concept I found intriguing as a former psychiatric mental health nurse. The portrayal of the professional becoming the patient was well-executed for the most part. However, the pacing dragged significantly, making it a slow burn that tested my patience.
While the plot twists themselves were well-crafted, the long stretches between them felt like miles of wading through molasses. Additionally, the constant presence of the main character's intoxicated state became a turn-off. It would have been more impactful to explore her struggles without relying so heavily on alcohol as a crutch.
Overall, "The Woman in the Window" had the potential to be a suspenseful thriller, but the slow pacing and excessive focus on intoxication hindered my enjoyment.
While the plot twists themselves were well-crafted, the long stretches between them felt like miles of wading through molasses. Additionally, the constant presence of the main character's intoxicated state became a turn-off. It would have been more impactful to explore her struggles without relying so heavily on alcohol as a crutch.
Overall, "The Woman in the Window" had the potential to be a suspenseful thriller, but the slow pacing and excessive focus on intoxication hindered my enjoyment.