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shiv91's Reviews (1.08k)
dark
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Wow!
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I knew Bear Grylls had written survival non-fiction books, but until recently, I didn't know he had written fiction too.
There was nothing overly complex in terms of plot and characters. Things seemed too easy for Beck in terms of his knowledge and skills. I generally like my main characters in these types of books to, of course, be talented badas**s, but a little bit of a struggle does also make the stories very interesting.
This was, however, a quick, entertaining read. I would say especially good for children who may find reading difficult or aren't the most keen of readers.
I plan to read the rest in the series.
There was nothing overly complex in terms of plot and characters. Things seemed too easy for Beck in terms of his knowledge and skills. I generally like my main characters in these types of books to, of course, be talented badas**s, but a little bit of a struggle does also make the stories very interesting.
This was, however, a quick, entertaining read. I would say especially good for children who may find reading difficult or aren't the most keen of readers.
I plan to read the rest in the series.
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
My first time reading anything by Chris Carter. I came across a collection of 4 of the books in this series online. They weren't the first ones but I thought since they were on offer, I'd give them a go.
These are definitely my type of books. Psychological thriller with a super intelligent and all-around decent main character and I'm in from the get-go.
I loved the story and if I hadn't been busy with real life, I would have read this in one sitting. I'm really looking forward to reading more and already planning on buying the other books in the series.
I'm hooked and quite possibly in love with Robert Hunter..
These are definitely my type of books. Psychological thriller with a super intelligent and all-around decent main character and I'm in from the get-go.
I loved the story and if I hadn't been busy with real life, I would have read this in one sitting. I'm really looking forward to reading more and already planning on buying the other books in the series.
I'm hooked and quite possibly in love with Robert Hunter..
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Adored the film and I have been meaning to get around to reading the book for ages.
Glad I finally did, loved it.
Glad I finally did, loved it.
adventurous
funny
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Entertaining and cool to see Jason gradually growing up throughout the series.
Some of the dialogue is a bit silly but considering my age and the targeted age range of the audience, not really a problem. There also is a sense of maturity in many instances for young teens, I think it's a pretty accurate presentation of them.
I really enjoyed the plot for this one.
Some of the dialogue is a bit silly but considering my age and the targeted age range of the audience, not really a problem. There also is a sense of maturity in many instances for young teens, I think it's a pretty accurate presentation of them.
I really enjoyed the plot for this one.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I picked this book up on a whim when I was scrolling through the second-hand section. It was only €2.50 so I figured, even if it was a mediocre book or worse, at least I didn't spend much on it!
I love survival type books and throw in an otter and I was sold before even starting it.
Right from the beginning, the story gripped me. I truly felt like I was there too and I did not want to put the book down.
I'm not sure if I could keep going like Sam if I was put in such a tough situation with no one with me.
Definitely an entertaining and often emotional read.
I love survival type books and throw in an otter and I was sold before even starting it.
Right from the beginning, the story gripped me. I truly felt like I was there too and I did not want to put the book down.
I'm not sure if I could keep going like Sam if I was put in such a tough situation with no one with me.
Definitely an entertaining and often emotional read.
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Even after caching glimpses of some of the reviews, this didn't quite go how I expected it to.
A bit slow to start and the mother was unbearable but I do think that the way she was added some more depth to Jack.
Aside from the mother, the characters were all interesting. Overall, quite an entertaining story.
A bit slow to start and the mother was unbearable but I do think that the way she was added some more depth to Jack.
Aside from the mother, the characters were all interesting. Overall, quite an entertaining story.
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This felt nearly the same as the first book except instead of a flood, it was fire that was involved.
It was however, still entertaining and there was a good amount of action throughout.
It was however, still entertaining and there was a good amount of action throughout.
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
There was a lot more depth to the story and the characters than I expected.
I had initially thought the story would be from Lockwoods POV but it was from Lucy's. She's a great character but I found myself really intrigued by Lockwood and his history. I am very curious to learn (hopefully) more about him.
I'm glad that I bought the whole series, looking forward to reading more of their adventures.
I had initially thought the story would be from Lockwoods POV but it was from Lucy's. She's a great character but I found myself really intrigued by Lockwood and his history. I am very curious to learn (hopefully) more about him.
I'm glad that I bought the whole series, looking forward to reading more of their adventures.
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I really enjoyed this until towards the end.
I loved the banter between Cade and Corrigan and the humour throughout was exactly like my sense of humour. I also found the story interesting and the fact that these weren't your run of the mill heroes made for an amusing change.
My only issue is that as far as I know, this is a standalone book and for me, the ending read more as if it's meant to be something continued. I felt as if we weren't given everything out of the story, including more about Cade's magic.
Still, I did quite like the book and plan on checking out some of his other books.
I loved the banter between Cade and Corrigan and the humour throughout was exactly like my sense of humour. I also found the story interesting and the fact that these weren't your run of the mill heroes made for an amusing change.
My only issue is that as far as I know, this is a standalone book and for me, the ending read more as if it's meant to be something continued. I felt as if we weren't given everything out of the story, including more about Cade's magic.
Still, I did quite like the book and plan on checking out some of his other books.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing, Death, Violence, Blood, Murder