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emmajh91's review against another edition
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping, Blood, Cancer, Child abuse, Child death, Car accident, Chronic illness, Death, Gaslighting, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Medical content, Medical trauma, and Mental illness
bookswithlauren's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-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? Yes
4.0
I haven't read a thriller in such a long time and The Donor did not disappoint! Despite the book being a quick read at only 100 pages, Clare MackIntosh had the pacing spot on. 100 pages is not a lot to introduce us to the characters, their background and explore the new plotline but I did not feel The Donor was rushed in anyway.
The Donor is an engaging and well written thriller packed full of twists and turns that cannot be predicted. With the plot twist at the end, Mackintosh could write a sequel and I would most definitely pick it up.
I really appreciated the information on the importance of being an organ donor woven throughout the storyline as it is such a vital service and everyone should be aware of the importance and how to register.
The Donor is an engaging and well written thriller packed full of twists and turns that cannot be predicted. With the plot twist at the end, Mackintosh could write a sequel and I would most definitely pick it up.
I really appreciated the information on the importance of being an organ donor woven throughout the storyline as it is such a vital service and everyone should be aware of the importance and how to register.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Car accident, Child death, Chronic illness, Gaslighting, Grief, Kidnapping, Medical content, Death, Injury/Injury detail, Medical trauma, Mental illness, Stalking, Toxic friendship, and Violence
tasha96's review against another edition
emotional
informative
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-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? Yes
5.0
Really enjoyed this book. It had a Quick pace to it which I like.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Medical content, Injury/Injury detail, Grief, Death, and Chronic illness
lozababe's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
I thought this was just going to be a nice little book about a child saved by organ donation and ending up in touch with the mother of the person who donated their heart to her, but I was so wrong!
The story follows Meg, a teenager who has been saved my a heart transplant, and her blossoming relationship between her and Karen, the mother of the boy that donated his heart that she now has. It is told from the point of view of Lizzie, Meg’s mother, who has a feeling that something isn’t right from the start.
Definitely not where I thought it was going, and I really enjoyed the book. It’s also one that’s made me think about organ donation, knowing someone could benefit from my organs when I die. The only thing I would wish for is that it was longer than its 101 pages! I could easily read more about Lizzie and Meg and even Karen!
The story follows Meg, a teenager who has been saved my a heart transplant, and her blossoming relationship between her and Karen, the mother of the boy that donated his heart that she now has. It is told from the point of view of Lizzie, Meg’s mother, who has a feeling that something isn’t right from the start.
Definitely not where I thought it was going, and I really enjoyed the book. It’s also one that’s made me think about organ donation, knowing someone could benefit from my organs when I die. The only thing I would wish for is that it was longer than its 101 pages! I could easily read more about Lizzie and Meg and even Karen!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Chronic illness, Death, and Grief
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