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michaelapr's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
There was a lot of potential with this one and it just didn't deliver for me. It felt very rushed in the end and not as much happened as I would've thought. It was nice to see these characters again though (even if I'm almost positive this author has never heard an actual teenager speak before, judging by the dialogue) and now I'm tempted to rewatch the first season of Riverdale again. So there is that!
booktreasuresau's review against another edition
4.0
This cover is as gorgeous as the first two in this series and blends in perfectly.
Unfortunately, 'Riverdale - The Maple Murders' is my least favourite book in the Riverdale universe. Don't get me wrong, I still think it's a good book and an easy read. It just didn't capture me as much as the first two books. All up I found it to be a little bit dragging here and there and just not as thrilling and action-filled as I know the other books in this series.
The protagonists and their friends are awesome and easy to like. I think they've grown a whole lot during their adventures and seem more grown up and rational in their thinking.
As mentioned above, 'Riverdale - The Maple Murders' is not my favourite in this series. Though the characters are as great as we know them, the story line itself just couldn't hold my attention all the time. I'm still curious on how the next book in the setting of Riverdale will turn out.
Unfortunately, 'Riverdale - The Maple Murders' is my least favourite book in the Riverdale universe. Don't get me wrong, I still think it's a good book and an easy read. It just didn't capture me as much as the first two books. All up I found it to be a little bit dragging here and there and just not as thrilling and action-filled as I know the other books in this series.
The protagonists and their friends are awesome and easy to like. I think they've grown a whole lot during their adventures and seem more grown up and rational in their thinking.
As mentioned above, 'Riverdale - The Maple Murders' is not my favourite in this series. Though the characters are as great as we know them, the story line itself just couldn't hold my attention all the time. I'm still curious on how the next book in the setting of Riverdale will turn out.
cyrille6k's review against another edition
4.0
In this installment, the town attempts to heal by reviving the Riverdale Revels, a long-forgotten celebration. But their efforts unearth more than nostalgia when a time capsule unveils a chilling mystery – a dead body.
Fan favorites return! Jughead (everyone's favorite!) joins the cast alongside a more prominent Kevin, Toni, and Cheryl as they navigate a pageant amidst the unfolding mystery. The narrative continues its unique blend of diary entries, news snippets, and messages, keeping things engaging.
A light mystery for Riverdale devotees. While the central plot might not be earth-shattering, the series' strength lies in its position within the established Riverdale universe.
book_concierge's review against another edition
1.0
ZERO stars
This is the third book in the Riverdale mystery series starring the four teens from the Archie comic books: Archie, Veronica, Jughead and Betty.
In this episode the mayor (Veronica’s mom) has decided to revive an old tradition of the Riverdale Revels, a celebration of fall that includes a pageant. Seems the Revels were an annual tradition for many years, but stopped inexplicably in the 1940s, shortly after the town was official incorporated/founded, and at which time a time capsule was buried. So this year’s festivities will start with the unearthing and opening of the capsule. But when it’s opened …
Up to this point it seems like a pretty typical YA mystery. But then it goes in all sorts of weird directions. There’s a cult involved, seems there may have been some serious bad business in the past that everyone is covering up. Ostow includes a couple of pages of “The Maple Man” musing about his next victim, which seem to go nowhere. Then there are Betty’s diary entries, which read like no teen’s diary I’ve ever seen. And the occasional series of cryptic text messages. Ostow also is trying too hard, in my opinion, to diversify her cast. There are bi-sexual kids, a lesbian couple, a gay guy who’s planning to be in the pageant.
The whole thing is just a hot mess. Oh, well, at least it fulfilled a challenge or two.
This is the third book in the Riverdale mystery series starring the four teens from the Archie comic books: Archie, Veronica, Jughead and Betty.
In this episode the mayor (Veronica’s mom) has decided to revive an old tradition of the Riverdale Revels, a celebration of fall that includes a pageant. Seems the Revels were an annual tradition for many years, but stopped inexplicably in the 1940s, shortly after the town was official incorporated/founded, and at which time a time capsule was buried. So this year’s festivities will start with the unearthing and opening of the capsule. But when it’s opened …
Up to this point it seems like a pretty typical YA mystery. But then it goes in all sorts of weird directions. There’s a cult involved, seems there may have been some serious bad business in the past that everyone is covering up. Ostow includes a couple of pages of “The Maple Man” musing about his next victim, which seem to go nowhere. Then there are Betty’s diary entries, which read like no teen’s diary I’ve ever seen. And the occasional series of cryptic text messages. Ostow also is trying too hard, in my opinion, to diversify her cast. There are bi-sexual kids, a lesbian couple, a gay guy who’s planning to be in the pageant.
The whole thing is just a hot mess. Oh, well, at least it fulfilled a challenge or two.
hitbooksnotgirlz's review against another edition
3.0
This series doesn’t really feel like a series at all. Each novel sort of starts in a new place in time, and answers few (if any) questions about where the last one left off. Was Archie exonerated for the crime Hiram Lodge framed him for? If he was, how so? The lack of answers is irritating to me, so I give it three stars. It would be a solid 4 if the series was written a little (or a lot)more seamlessly. These feel more like stand alone novels for fans of the TV show than a cohesive series.
btpbookclub's review against another edition
4.0
This is book three in the Riverdale series best read in order. These books are getting better and better. This book focuses on bringing back an old town tradition. But the gang want to know more about this tradition... Why did it stop? Whats it about? They soon find it has a deadly twist and noone wants to talk about it. But after digging up a time barrel 75 years old, they soon have to start talking about it and its shocking.
A suspense filled story. A dark twist. Brilliant read. Devoured it in a day. Highly recommend. Four stars from me. According to Amazon this story doesn't feature in the tv series.
A suspense filled story. A dark twist. Brilliant read. Devoured it in a day. Highly recommend. Four stars from me. According to Amazon this story doesn't feature in the tv series.
huntercamp's review against another edition
4.0
It’s absolutely ridiculous, but I will say it’s exactly what I wanted. Riverdale is an absolutely ridiculous show that I adore, and the author honestly gets the insane charm, and the voices of each one of the over dramatic characters. Honestly enjoyed it.
booksandcoasters96's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
ieryka_magic's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0