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A review by lifeofchrstnlvly
Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
While the book was enjoyable with satisfying pacing, it felt lacklustre overall.
Although it's labelled as a thriller, it seemed more like a cosy mystery due to the relaxed pacing despite high stakes.
The book's purpose was unclear. It followed a group of 60-year-old assassins… and then?
The characters felt flat, and their actions, typical of younger individuals, were unconvincing considering their age. Despite being trained assassins, their actions often seemed unbelievable for their age group.
The ending was abrupt, as if the author simply decided to stop writing. We saw glimpses of the characters' plans, but the conclusion felt empty and incomplete.
Although it's labelled as a thriller, it seemed more like a cosy mystery due to the relaxed pacing despite high stakes.
The book's purpose was unclear. It followed a group of 60-year-old assassins… and then?
The characters felt flat, and their actions, typical of younger individuals, were unconvincing considering their age. Despite being trained assassins, their actions often seemed unbelievable for their age group.
The ending was abrupt, as if the author simply decided to stop writing. We saw glimpses of the characters' plans, but the conclusion felt empty and incomplete.