A review by kaylo88
Deadly Animals by Marie Tierney

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced

4.0

The book I recently finished was an audiobook provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I was thoroughly impressed by the story and found myself connecting with the main character, Ava, on a deeper level. It felt like she was a reflection of my younger self, although much braver than I was at her age.

One of the highlights of this book was the relationship between Ava and the other characters, especially the police officers who handled the case. Their interactions were refreshing, and it was interesting to see how they all dealt with the challenges that came their way. 

The plot was well thought out, with just the right balance of suspense and detail. The story moved quickly enough to keep me engaged, but it also allowed enough time for the atmosphere to build. While I did guess the identity of the main villain relatively early on, it didn't detract from my overall enjoyment of the story. 

As an audiobook, I thought the narrator was perfect for the story. She brought Ava and the other characters to life, and I felt like I was right there with them throughout the entire journey.

I sincerely hope that this book becomes a series, as I believe there's so much more to learn about Ava and her life. She's a fascinating character, and I'm eager to see what she does next.

Overall, I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys crime thrillers, dark stories, and strong female characters who don't conform to gender stereotypes. It also falls into the "weird girl" genre, which is currently trending on TikTok and other social media platforms.