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dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
An interesting concept, but it felt strangely uncaptivating to read.
I found the writing strangely unemotive, with some peculiar turns of phrase which made me wonder whether English was a second language for the author?
I think that the biggest flaw for me was the identity of the killer... I was trying to find the breadcrumb trail through the whole story, wondering which of her associates it would be... and was disappointedthe killer is never a complete stranger, that's not how it works .
The romantic attraction was an irritating element, which wasn't really necessary and there were several moments that seemed a little far fetched and poorly developed. I hated the letter at the end. Actually, I just disliked the conclusion all up really... the cliffhanger was interesting though?
I didn't love it, but I'd probably read a sequel should one turn up at some point. It's a debut novel, so can only get better, surely?
I'm intrigued by the insightful plot element.
I found the writing strangely unemotive, with some peculiar turns of phrase which made me wonder whether English was a second language for the author?
I think that the biggest flaw for me was the identity of the killer... I was trying to find the breadcrumb trail through the whole story, wondering which of her associates it would be... and was disappointed
The romantic attraction was an irritating element, which wasn't really necessary and there were several moments that seemed a little far fetched and poorly developed. I hated the letter at the end. Actually, I just disliked the conclusion all up really... the cliffhanger was interesting though?
I didn't love it, but I'd probably read a sequel should one turn up at some point. It's a debut novel, so can only get better, surely?
I'm intrigued by the insightful plot element.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Mental illness, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Self harm, Grief, Stalking, Suicide attempt, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Minor: Chronic illness and Miscarriage