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I typically prefer fast-paced books, but Where the Crawdads Sing completely captivated me despite its slow-burn nature. Delia Owens’ writing is both lyrical and immersive, painting the marsh with such vivid detail that it feels like a character itself. Kya’s story is heartbreaking yet beautiful—her loneliness was palpable, and as someone from a large family, I can’t even fathom feeling so utterly alone.
The mystery kept me hooked, especially the red fiber clue. I was suspicious but wasn’t entirely sure where the story would lead. At one point, I even thought maybe Jumpin’ was involved. The courtroom scenes were gripping, and the final reveal was nothing short of brilliant. The ending made me smile softly to myself—it was subtle, yet it tied everything together perfectly.
This book is now one of my all-time favorites. The writing is stunning, the story is emotional yet easy to read, and Kya is one of the most unforgettable characters I’ve encountered. It’s a book that lingers long after you turn the final page.
I highly recommend this to readers who enjoy character-driven stories, lyrical writing, and atmospheric settings. If you love books with deep emotional themes, strong yet vulnerable protagonists, and a blend of mystery, romance, and survival, this one is a must-read. Even if you typically prefer fast-paced thrillers (like I do), Where the Crawdads Sing might surprise you—it’s that addicting. Absolutely brilliant.
The mystery kept me hooked, especially the red fiber clue. I was suspicious but wasn’t entirely sure where the story would lead. At one point, I even thought maybe Jumpin’ was involved. The courtroom scenes were gripping, and the final reveal was nothing short of brilliant. The ending made me smile softly to myself—it was subtle, yet it tied everything together perfectly.
This book is now one of my all-time favorites. The writing is stunning, the story is emotional yet easy to read, and Kya is one of the most unforgettable characters I’ve encountered. It’s a book that lingers long after you turn the final page.
I highly recommend this to readers who enjoy character-driven stories, lyrical writing, and atmospheric settings. If you love books with deep emotional themes, strong yet vulnerable protagonists, and a blend of mystery, romance, and survival, this one is a must-read. Even if you typically prefer fast-paced thrillers (like I do), Where the Crawdads Sing might surprise you—it’s that addicting. Absolutely brilliant.
I enjoyed this memoir more than I expected, especially the audiobook, which is narrated by Kelly Bishop herself. Her wit and snarkiness make the stories even more engaging—I can only hope to have her sharp humor when I’m older! Hearing about her career, from Broadway to Gilmore Girls, was fascinating! Dirty Dancing is one of my all time favorite movies, and while her part wasn’t huge, I can’t imagine Marjorie being played by anyone else.
Bishop’s storytelling and personality kept me hooked for the entire book. Fans of Gilmore Girls or theater history will definitely appreciate this glimpse into her life.
Bishop’s storytelling and personality kept me hooked for the entire book. Fans of Gilmore Girls or theater history will definitely appreciate this glimpse into her life.
As someone who has prophetic dreams, I found Theo’s nightmares deeply unsettling but in the best way. The first half of A Killing Cold was gripping, with great pacing and an eerie atmosphere that pulled me in. But as the story progressed, the pacing slowed, and the twists became increasingly convoluted. It felt like the book was trying too hard to be shocking, involving too many characters in a way that diluted the impact of the mystery for me.
Most of the characters felt one-dimensional, making it hard to connect with or root for any of them. While the premise was intriguing and the buildup strong, the far-fetched plot twists and implausible ending left me feeling underwhelmed. Overall, it was a decent read with a strong start, but the second half took away from what could have been a more satisfying thriller.
Most of the characters felt one-dimensional, making it hard to connect with or root for any of them. While the premise was intriguing and the buildup strong, the far-fetched plot twists and implausible ending left me feeling underwhelmed. Overall, it was a decent read with a strong start, but the second half took away from what could have been a more satisfying thriller.
Rating: DNF (Did Not Finish)
I went into The Blacksmith Queen blind, based on a recommendation from a friend who reads a lot of romantasy. It was easy to read, which I appreciated, but that’s about where my enjoyment ended. The writing felt clunky and, at times, childish, making it hard to get into—especially since this isn’t my usual genre. The world-building didn’t fully click for me, and some details were so ridiculous that they pulled me out of the story completely. I gave it about 35% before ultimately deciding to DNF. The writing style and overall tone weren’t for me, and I couldn’t stay invested in the story. I can see how it might appeal to others who enjoy lighter, more whimsical fantasy, but it wasn’t the right fit for me.
I went into The Blacksmith Queen blind, based on a recommendation from a friend who reads a lot of romantasy. It was easy to read, which I appreciated, but that’s about where my enjoyment ended. The writing felt clunky and, at times, childish, making it hard to get into—especially since this isn’t my usual genre. The world-building didn’t fully click for me, and some details were so ridiculous that they pulled me out of the story completely. I gave it about 35% before ultimately deciding to DNF. The writing style and overall tone weren’t for me, and I couldn’t stay invested in the story. I can see how it might appeal to others who enjoy lighter, more whimsical fantasy, but it wasn’t the right fit for me.
It Starts With Us by Colleen Hoover follows Lily and Atlas as they finally get a chance at the love they were denied years ago. Told from both of their perspectives, the novel explores Lily’s anxiety about navigating a relationship with Atlas while co-parenting with her abusive ex-husband, Ryle. Having walked away from a toxic relationship myself, I deeply understood Lily’s fear of Ryle’s reaction, though I can’t imagine the added complexity of sharing a child.
The easy banter and natural comfort between Lily and Atlas after all these years was sweet, making their reunion feel inevitable. However, the story itself lacked much excitement or tension. It felt more like a satisfying epilogue to It Ends With Us rather than a fully developed sequel. While I enjoyed seeing them finally build a life together, the plot didn’t offer much beyond that.
The easy banter and natural comfort between Lily and Atlas after all these years was sweet, making their reunion feel inevitable. However, the story itself lacked much excitement or tension. It felt more like a satisfying epilogue to It Ends With Us rather than a fully developed sequel. While I enjoyed seeing them finally build a life together, the plot didn’t offer much beyond that.
I went into this book blind for a book club, which made for an interesting reading experience. Right away, I was drawn into the mystery surrounding Owen’s disappearance and what secrets he might be hiding.
The story unfolds through a nonlinear timeline, which kept things engaging, though it wasn’t necessarily fast-paced. Instead, it maintained a steady rhythm that held my attention throughout. While I initially had a prediction about Owen’s past, I ended up being wrong, which added to the intrigue. Hannah and Bailey’s dynamic was a strong aspect of the book, and I appreciated how their relationship evolved. The writing was simple and easy to follow, making for a smooth read. While I stayed engaged for the entire book, the ending felt a little underwhelming—just kind of blah. It wasn’t bad, but it didn’t leave a strong impact. Overall, this was a solid read, but not one that completely wowed me. Would I recommend it? Yes, if you enjoy domestic thrillers with a steady pace and a focus on relationships rather than nonstop action.
The story unfolds through a nonlinear timeline, which kept things engaging, though it wasn’t necessarily fast-paced. Instead, it maintained a steady rhythm that held my attention throughout. While I initially had a prediction about Owen’s past, I ended up being wrong, which added to the intrigue. Hannah and Bailey’s dynamic was a strong aspect of the book, and I appreciated how their relationship evolved. The writing was simple and easy to follow, making for a smooth read. While I stayed engaged for the entire book, the ending felt a little underwhelming—just kind of blah. It wasn’t bad, but it didn’t leave a strong impact. Overall, this was a solid read, but not one that completely wowed me. Would I recommend it? Yes, if you enjoy domestic thrillers with a steady pace and a focus on relationships rather than nonstop action.
The novel starts off painfully slow, only gaining traction around the 60% mark. Millie’s character, once compelling in earlier installments, now gives off serious anxiety vibes, making it hard to invest in her journey. There was some intriguing twists once the pace finally picks up, but wasn’t overly impressed with the conclusion. I did like the epilogue though. Was hoping for a more satisfying ending to Millie’s story after enjoying the first two books.
If you’re a fan of slow-burn domestic thrillers and can overlook a slow beginning, this might be worth a try. However, if you loved the earlier books for their engaging protagonist, you may be disappointed.
If you’re a fan of slow-burn domestic thrillers and can overlook a slow beginning, this might be worth a try. However, if you loved the earlier books for their engaging protagonist, you may be disappointed.
Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to review this book. I would give this novel 3.75 stars if I could.
A Cold Whisper is an eerie, atmospheric thriller with a chilling premise, though it took a while to fully pull me in. The book had variable pacing—some sections moved quickly, while others dragged, especially in the beginning for me. The writing felt clunky and overly descriptive at times, making certain passages hard to follow. I found myself rereading sentences to make sure I understood them. This is the biggest reason I can’t give the book 4 stars.
The novel provides pieces of Rose’s backstory, but I wished Lily’s character had been explored more deeply. Still, the mystery kept me engaged. Around 75% in, I had predicted a big part of the twist, but this actually kept me more intrigued. I wanted to finish to see if I was correct. While I found some plot points predictable, there was still a decent twist, and the tragic ending left an impact.
Overall, A Cold Whisper is a solid, if slightly uneven, psychological thriller. Readers who enjoy slow-burning mysteries with dark family secrets and a haunting atmosphere may enjoy this one.
A Cold Whisper is an eerie, atmospheric thriller with a chilling premise, though it took a while to fully pull me in. The book had variable pacing—some sections moved quickly, while others dragged, especially in the beginning for me. The writing felt clunky and overly descriptive at times, making certain passages hard to follow. I found myself rereading sentences to make sure I understood them. This is the biggest reason I can’t give the book 4 stars.
The novel provides pieces of Rose’s backstory, but I wished Lily’s character had been explored more deeply. Still, the mystery kept me engaged. Around 75% in, I had predicted a big part of the twist, but this actually kept me more intrigued. I wanted to finish to see if I was correct. While I found some plot points predictable, there was still a decent twist, and the tragic ending left an impact.
Overall, A Cold Whisper is a solid, if slightly uneven, psychological thriller. Readers who enjoy slow-burning mysteries with dark family secrets and a haunting atmosphere may enjoy this one.