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flossietron's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
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? No
3.0
kittietta's review against another edition
5.0
Thank you to Lake Union Publishing and NetGalley for providing a ARC for a honest review.
I loved this book! Very heart touching with a touch of mystery thrown in. I cried, I smile, I gasped...covers such a range of emotions!
The story grabbed me from the beginning and kept me engaged throughout the whole story at times had me on the edge of my seat!
The writing flows well and the characters are likeable and so interesting and mysterious!!
I give this 41/2 stars so will round it up to 5.
I loved this book! Very heart touching with a touch of mystery thrown in. I cried, I smile, I gasped...covers such a range of emotions!
The story grabbed me from the beginning and kept me engaged throughout the whole story at times had me on the edge of my seat!
The writing flows well and the characters are likeable and so interesting and mysterious!!
I give this 41/2 stars so will round it up to 5.
andreanourse's review against another edition
3.0
While I enjoyed the overall story and the way the characters connected, I could have done without the paranormal elements. They added an unnecessary creep factor.
Jess, Star, and Ben are Lucy’s “loose ends.” Each character has experienced pain and loss. It didn’t take me long to figure out how they were connected and what role each played.
The writing and storytelling kept me engaged despite the creepy factor and the obvious plot twists.
Jess, Star, and Ben are Lucy’s “loose ends.” Each character has experienced pain and loss. It didn’t take me long to figure out how they were connected and what role each played.
The writing and storytelling kept me engaged despite the creepy factor and the obvious plot twists.
mmreed72's review against another edition
2.0
I read this as part of a reading challenge to read a debut author and chose it randomly off of our shelf of newly published books. There were parts of the story that I really enjoyed - specifically Lucy's crossword puzzle clues that moved the story along - but for the most part, I just thought that it was an OK story. I think it would take just the right reader to love this book, and unfortunately, I'm not that reader.
spaceforcewife21's review against another edition
3.0
It feels very reminiscent of Hallmark's Good Witch, but sightly darker/grittier.
While the story is a slow paced unpeeling of layers, it was still able to keep me intrigued as to how all the "loose ends" were connected. Towards the middle I figured out the ending and the story lagged a bit from then on.
Overall, it was ok. It was like watching the Hallmark channel..... Not the best stories, but the shows are ok in small doses when in the right mood. I wouldn't want to pick up another book by this author right away though.
While the story is a slow paced unpeeling of layers, it was still able to keep me intrigued as to how all the "loose ends" were connected. Towards the middle I figured out the ending and the story lagged a bit from then on.
Overall, it was ok. It was like watching the Hallmark channel..... Not the best stories, but the shows are ok in small doses when in the right mood. I wouldn't want to pick up another book by this author right away though.
suvata's review against another edition
5.0
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This is an amazing book that fits into so many categories: Mystery, Thriller, Magical Realism, Family and more.
After the tragic death of her 8-year-old son, Jess Abbot packs up her things and heads for the small mountain town of Pine Lake. There she takes a position as caregiver to Lucy, an eccentric old woman rumored to be clairvoyant. Lucy takes in “lost “ children and help them find their “loose ends”. It all comes together quite nicely at the end of the book.
This is an amazing book that fits into so many categories: Mystery, Thriller, Magical Realism, Family and more.
After the tragic death of her 8-year-old son, Jess Abbot packs up her things and heads for the small mountain town of Pine Lake. There she takes a position as caregiver to Lucy, an eccentric old woman rumored to be clairvoyant. Lucy takes in “lost “ children and help them find their “loose ends”. It all comes together quite nicely at the end of the book.
jaded618's review against another edition
4.0
I won this in a Goodreads giveaway and really enjoyed it. The ending was so interesting how everyone tied together. It was expected at times but still a good story!!
kendyl180's review against another edition
4.0
Very enjoyable. Some good, on the edge of my seat type moments and interesting characters kept me hooked. Loved the supernatural twist.
sevireene's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
umbreen's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0