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prispris88's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Well I didn’t expect that ending! Everything unfolds nicely right at the end and I didn’t predict any of it. To be honest, I didn’t like either of the main characters but the storyline flowed nicely and everything eventually pieces together. Note: I listened to the audiobook & the voice actors did well.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content and Murder
Minor: Drug abuse, Toxic relationship, and Stalking
franzreads's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Death and Murder
kzarate's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Sexual content, and Murder
guardiangel07's review against another edition
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
As I read the book, my hopes that there will be a satisfactory ending was rising as well. But the ending of the story really disappointed me.
The fact that the book was written in the first person's perspective is one of the main issues I have with the story. Although the killer reveals the whole story in the end, it contradicts the character's thoughts and actions when alone throughout the story. The motive also does not seem to justify the crime.
Overall, the book had potential but the ending just killed the entire story for me.
Overall, the book had potential but the ending just killed the entire story for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship
georgiareadz's review against another edition
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? No
1.0
The choice to make this book first person POV made zero sense given how this book ends. Who are the characters trying to convince with the internal monologues they had? The ending was not believable, which is probably why I did not like this book.
I finished it quickly because I was interested in the setup, but it felt like a first draft where none of the twists & turns added up.
I finished it quickly because I was interested in the setup, but it felt like a first draft where none of the twists & turns added up.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Murder
chickelope's review against another edition
dark
emotional
lighthearted
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Infidelity, and Murder
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Death, Drug abuse, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
luna_98's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
girl what. the plot itself was very mid, and the writing…the writing was terrible. the narrators on the audiobook did the best they could with what they were given which wasn’t much. i’m usually not a stickler for that, but i truly can’t get past how bad the writing was.
it was entertaining at times, and the ending did surprise me.
overall though, i would not recommend. much better thrillers out there y’all.
it was entertaining at times, and the ending did surprise me.
overall though, i would not recommend. much better thrillers out there y’all.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Infidelity, and Murder
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Sexual content, and Death of parent
Minor: Addiction
ashlynmanley's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
This book was just not it. First of all, the sexual nature was just way too much and I found myself skimming all the time because I didn’t want to be appalled by what I was reading. It was just way to explicit in how it was written and there was no need. The first page alone had me questioning whether or not I was going to try to read it. So I don’t appreciate that.
Then, the book was soooo unrealistic. The amount of things that happened which didn’t make sense is mind boggling for a book that has sold so many copies. I could go on about all of these different mistakes but I won’t bore with details. Instead I’ll just mention one of my favorite mishaps. The Sheriff, though stupid as mentioned in the book, kept giving names to people he was questioning. He starts questioning someone and then tells them who put them under suspicion. What? That would NEVER happen. Oh, and how about the prison door just casually not being shut? I’m sorry… stupidity is what I call this. Pure stupidity.
The characters were also so annoying. One minute the Sheriff is flirting with Sarah, the next he hates her. The mom…. Oh my gosh. I wanted her to die the whole time. People of dramatic parents but I don’t see anyone acting like that women. Delusional and stupid. Not remotely realistic. Though I guess it may clue into how incredibly dislike-able and explosive Adam was. Couldn’t stand him either.
As far as positives, I was surprised by the end. I was convinced the entire time that it was Scott’s deputy friend. So the only reason that this is not a one star is because the end was pretty striking.
However, why did I just have to endure the incredibly boring contents of that book only to find out that the entire case was a sham. I don’t know. Felt like a waste of time.
But, again, the ending was intriguing soooo if anything I have plot ideas for future projects.
Then, the book was soooo unrealistic. The amount of things that happened which didn’t make sense is mind boggling for a book that has sold so many copies. I could go on about all of these different mistakes but I won’t bore with details. Instead I’ll just mention one of my favorite mishaps. The Sheriff, though stupid as mentioned in the book, kept giving names to people he was questioning. He starts questioning someone and then tells them who put them under suspicion. What? That would NEVER happen. Oh, and how about the prison door just casually not being shut? I’m sorry… stupidity is what I call this. Pure stupidity.
The characters were also so annoying. One minute the Sheriff is flirting with Sarah, the next he hates her. The mom…. Oh my gosh. I wanted her to die the whole time. People of dramatic parents but I don’t see anyone acting like that women. Delusional and stupid. Not remotely realistic. Though I guess it may clue into how incredibly dislike-able and explosive Adam was. Couldn’t stand him either.
As far as positives, I was surprised by the end. I was convinced the entire time that it was Scott’s deputy friend. So the only reason that this is not a one star is because the end was pretty striking.
But, again, the ending was intriguing soooo if anything I have plot ideas for future projects.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Infidelity, Sexual content, Grief, and Murder
music_girl93's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing, Death, Infidelity, Sexual content, Grief, Murder, and Gaslighting
taunalee's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, and Murder
Moderate: Sexual content