chicola's review against another edition
4.0
Although there are some clumsy moments in the writing, in the dialogue, especially when dealing with the psychological/medical issues throughout the book, I can more or less overlook that because I wanted to find out more. It was an enjoyable read.
kastnc's review against another edition
3.0
I really enjoyed reading this for the most part, but I was not a huge fan of the ending. It was unexpected, but not really what I was hoping. Still good though!
whosthatgirl_itsjess's review against another edition
3.0
So there were parts that were very captivating but honestly most of the time I thought the story was so weird. I did not like how disjointed the story is by changing not only perspectives but also the time, it made the end suspenseful but for most of the book I found it annoying. The very end was surprising to me but kind of made me like the book. Interesting read and leaves you wondering whether you really like any of the characters.
pegbw's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars - it was sad and long but I thought the twist made me rate it the extra .5 star
bookworm_ellieg's review against another edition
4.0
This was my second Mary Kubica and wow it didn’t disappoint! This was such a gripping page turner that had me second guessing everything throughout 😂
There are three POVs in this book (Colin, Eve and Gabe) told before and during Mia’s kidnapping and after. I really loved this dynamic and I kept second guessing throughout what happened to her which she was kept captive.
I did find the scenes while she was captive a bit boring. It didn’t take the turn I was expecting and I feel like it was dragged out a bit.
But the plot twist at the end really saved it for me. I was so shocked by it and didn’t see it coming at all. But with it the book ended in a bit of a cliffhanger which left me a bit disappointed. I hate not knowing what happened next, especially since there is no sequel 😅
But overall it was a great suspense read and I totally recommend it 😊
nglofile's review
4.0
Liked the structure. Tag-team narrators aren't new, and neither is repeated time-shifting, but blending the two added both freshness and tension.
A tad let down by the reveal. I foresaw part of the ending early on and was hoping to be surprised by something different. That said, there's enough doubt planted that the open questions still power the narrative effectively.
Confused by both the title and the cover image. Neither fits.
Another quibble (also referenced in a Kirkus review): How is the Chicago PD able to assign a detective to one case for months on end, no matter the profile?
audiobook note: Well-suited to audio, especially with understated yet elastic performances. Highly recommended for listeners.
A tad let down by the reveal. I foresaw part of the ending early on and was hoping to be surprised by something different. That said, there's enough doubt planted that the open questions still power the narrative effectively.
Confused by both the title and the cover image. Neither fits.
Another quibble (also referenced in a Kirkus review): How is the Chicago PD able to assign a detective to one case for months on end, no matter the profile?
audiobook note: Well-suited to audio, especially with understated yet elastic performances. Highly recommended for listeners.
saluki's review against another edition
4.0
I have not read Gone Girl yet because it's one of those marmite books as far as my friends and colleagues are concerned, and thought I'd read this without any comparisons first.
Wow. I couldn't put it down. Definitely not the story I expected it to be going on the blurb. It's difficult to give a flavour of the book without spoiling it and the goodreads blurb gives enough as usual. It's a kidnapping and the aftermath. So many emotions, so much suspense, a thriller that knocks you upside down. I had tightness in my throat and tears threatening too at one point. So emotional which gives credit to Kubica to write fully rounded characters with authentic back-stories to give thought to their choices.
And that ending. Damn! The synapses can't compute... emotionally frazzled.