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A review by roelia
The Match by Harlan Coben
4.0
Firstly, just to be informed that this is book number two in a series – because I very quickly realised that when I approached this as a stand-alone novel. It follows “The Boy From The Woods”. I should really do my homework a bit better! But that didn’t really interfere with my enjoyment of “The Match”. There were parts where I felt that it would have been nice to have the “full picture”, but I could make my own assumptions where needed. Harlan Coben is such an expert when it comes to intriguing story lines and action-filled thrillers, that it is easy to get into the swing of things.
The use of genealogy databases and DNA matching for Joe Public (in the USA) came to the forefront when the “Golden State Killer” case was finally solved, so as a true crime fan I find this idea fascinating.
You will enjoy this book if you enjoy:
• Plot twists
• Online/Social Media trope
• Intrigue
• Multi-layered thrillers
• Short chapters (this is a natural win for me)
Thank you to Penguin Books SA for this book, in exchange for an honest review.
Rating - 4/5 rounded up
The use of genealogy databases and DNA matching for Joe Public (in the USA) came to the forefront when the “Golden State Killer” case was finally solved, so as a true crime fan I find this idea fascinating.
You will enjoy this book if you enjoy:
• Plot twists
• Online/Social Media trope
• Intrigue
• Multi-layered thrillers
• Short chapters (this is a natural win for me)
Thank you to Penguin Books SA for this book, in exchange for an honest review.
Rating - 4/5 rounded up