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A review by sydneyraereads
Exposure by Ramona Emerson
dark
slow-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? Yes
4.0
Shutter was one of the top books I read in 2024. I even read it twice! Exposure did not disappoint, but it wasn't as strong in my opinion.
This novel follows Rita's continued struggle against her ghosts while working on two crimes in two different cities and the serial killer's journal. This two crime, two city situation created a somewhat disjointed narrative. I appreciate the alternating points of view between Rita and the serial killer's journal. For me, the pacing was slow and inconsistent throughout the book.
Overall, this book felt more like a drama with a murder mystery happening in the background. The focus was on Rita's struggle to save herself from the ghosts and her toxic work environment. The mystery felt secondary. With that, Rita's journey through this obligation to justice she feels and the balance with her culture and healing was still poignant. Emerson is a talented writer.
This novel follows Rita's continued struggle against her ghosts while working on two crimes in two different cities and the serial killer's journal. This two crime, two city situation created a somewhat disjointed narrative. I appreciate the alternating points of view between Rita and the serial killer's journal. For me, the pacing was slow and inconsistent throughout the book.
Overall, this book felt more like a drama with a murder mystery happening in the background. The focus was on Rita's struggle to save herself from the ghosts and her toxic work environment. The mystery felt secondary. With that, Rita's journey through this obligation to justice she feels and the balance with her culture and healing was still poignant. Emerson is a talented writer.