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A review by theboundless_bookworm
None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell
4.0
This marks the second book by Lisa Jewell that I've delved into, and it's reminded me of Jewell's prowess in crafting evocative settings and maintaining a gripping narrative flow. It's been quite some time since I've felt this engrossed in a thriller, with each chapter concluding in a suspenseful cliffhanger. The storyline clearly aims to engage readers as amateur detectives. Despite the multitude of theories and guesses spurred by the scattered red herrings, I remained awestruck, uncertain of how the plot would ultimately unfold.
Jewell isn't merely a writer; she's an exceptional one. Her ability to create interdependent chapters is truly impressive. There's never a dull moment. While it may have progressed in bits and pieces, her writing is the compelling force that consistently avoids monotony: steadily amplifying the intensity as you approach the conclusion.
But as the tension continued to escalate, entangled with the various theories swirling in my mind, I experienced a sudden disappointment. Ugh! I detest it when this happens. The story was unfolding wonderfully, but as I realized there were only three pages left before its conclusion, I prepared myself for profound disillusionment. Frankly, I had hoped for an ending akin to something out of "Gone Girl." I'm not implying that the ending is poor; rather, I yearned for more—so much more. Numerous unanswered questions and gaps persisted, resulting in a build-up that led to nothing substantial, leaving me with a sense of being deprived or let down. Joise is a multifaceted character, strikingly authentic in a way that exceeds expectations. I wanted to hear more of what she had to say not just her final POV drawn in one page.
Overall, "None of This Is True" is a thriller through and through. Its dark and eerily captivating nature delves into the depths of the human psyche. If even a fraction of it has roots in reality, it illuminates the profound and unsettling depths of the human mind—a fusion of horror and wonder. A solid four-star rating, without a doubt.
Jewell isn't merely a writer; she's an exceptional one. Her ability to create interdependent chapters is truly impressive. There's never a dull moment. While it may have progressed in bits and pieces, her writing is the compelling force that consistently avoids monotony: steadily amplifying the intensity as you approach the conclusion.
But as the tension continued to escalate, entangled with the various theories swirling in my mind, I experienced a sudden disappointment. Ugh! I detest it when this happens. The story was unfolding wonderfully, but as I realized there were only three pages left before its conclusion, I prepared myself for profound disillusionment. Frankly, I had hoped for an ending akin to something out of "Gone Girl." I'm not implying that the ending is poor; rather, I yearned for more—so much more. Numerous unanswered questions and gaps persisted, resulting in a build-up that led to nothing substantial, leaving me with a sense of being deprived or let down. Joise is a multifaceted character, strikingly authentic in a way that exceeds expectations. I wanted to hear more of what she had to say not just her final POV drawn in one page.
Overall, "None of This Is True" is a thriller through and through. Its dark and eerily captivating nature delves into the depths of the human psyche. If even a fraction of it has roots in reality, it illuminates the profound and unsettling depths of the human mind—a fusion of horror and wonder. A solid four-star rating, without a doubt.