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A review by the_sassy_bookworm
Do Unto Others: A riveting psychological thriller with an unbelievable twist by Mark Jenkins, Mark Jenkins
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Book Review: Do Unto Others by Mark Jenkins
Rating: 3 Stars
I just finished reading Do Unto Others, and it was a bit of a mixed bag for me. I ended up giving it three stars, and here's why.
The story revolves around four college friends—Alicia, Brooke, Cathy, and Dana—who made a pact to always support each other. Things take a dark turn when one of them ends up dead on her wedding day, and the three remaining friends realize they share a heavy burden of guilt. They decide to bury the memory of that fateful night and try to move on, but, as they soon discover, the past has a habit of resurfacing in the most unexpected ways.
Enter Bradley, a seemingly charming guy who turns out to be the catalyst for their undoing. He knows their secret and isn't afraid to use it against them. The suspense builds as he manipulates their lives, leading to some gripping moments that kept me turning pages. The twist at the end definitely caught me off guard—so much so that I gave the book a bonus star just for that unexpected turn of events!
However, while the plot had its entertaining moments, I couldn’t shake the feeling that there were some pretty significant plot holes. It felt like the storyline could have benefited from a bit more depth and coherence. I mean, not every book can be a five-star read, right?
Overall, while Do Unto Others had an intriguing premise and some thrilling moments, it left me wanting more in terms of character development and plot consistency. But if you're looking for a light read with some twists and turns, it might still be worth your time!
⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️
Rating: 3 Stars
I just finished reading Do Unto Others, and it was a bit of a mixed bag for me. I ended up giving it three stars, and here's why.
The story revolves around four college friends—Alicia, Brooke, Cathy, and Dana—who made a pact to always support each other. Things take a dark turn when one of them ends up dead on her wedding day, and the three remaining friends realize they share a heavy burden of guilt. They decide to bury the memory of that fateful night and try to move on, but, as they soon discover, the past has a habit of resurfacing in the most unexpected ways.
Enter Bradley, a seemingly charming guy who turns out to be the catalyst for their undoing. He knows their secret and isn't afraid to use it against them. The suspense builds as he manipulates their lives, leading to some gripping moments that kept me turning pages. The twist at the end definitely caught me off guard—so much so that I gave the book a bonus star just for that unexpected turn of events!
However, while the plot had its entertaining moments, I couldn’t shake the feeling that there were some pretty significant plot holes. It felt like the storyline could have benefited from a bit more depth and coherence. I mean, not every book can be a five-star read, right?
Overall, while Do Unto Others had an intriguing premise and some thrilling moments, it left me wanting more in terms of character development and plot consistency. But if you're looking for a light read with some twists and turns, it might still be worth your time!
⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️