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stephkouts's review against another edition
4.0
Slow start, but picked up quickly. Almost too quickly.. didn’t see the end coming so that was a plus!
ctinkkk's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-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
3.5
fibuzz's review against another edition
4.0
This had me hooked from page one and didn’t let me go! Don’t be fooled by the short chapters and easy to read style though, this book covers some deep, at times harrowing, ground. It kept me guessing till the end and will stay with me long after. Definitely one to recommend!
ceskayyy's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars. Fair warning, The Night Swim is not an easy read. But it is a timely, powerful and quite frankly necessary read that calls attention to the many infuriating realities rape victims face every single day.
From a broken criminal justice system that continuously fails to bring said justice to these victims to the pervasive rape culture in today’s society that trivializes sexual assault and normalizes victim shaming, readers are given a very raw look at the perpetual trauma rape victims deal with and will continue to deal with for the rest of their lives. While fictional in this book, the unfortunate truth is that the consequences K and other rape victims suffer are not and something has to be done about it.
Though I ultimately did find the ripped-straight-from-the-headlines storyline itself slow-moving and a tad bit forgettable (I definitely would not categorize this as a thriller), I know for a fact that the sobering, very real injustices it highlighted will sit with me for awhile.
From a broken criminal justice system that continuously fails to bring said justice to these victims to the pervasive rape culture in today’s society that trivializes sexual assault and normalizes victim shaming, readers are given a very raw look at the perpetual trauma rape victims deal with and will continue to deal with for the rest of their lives. While fictional in this book, the unfortunate truth is that the consequences K and other rape victims suffer are not and something has to be done about it.
Though I ultimately did find the ripped-straight-from-the-headlines storyline itself slow-moving and a tad bit forgettable (I definitely would not categorize this as a thriller), I know for a fact that the sobering, very real injustices it highlighted will sit with me for awhile.
clay1914's review against another edition
4.0
It seems all of my picks these days tell the story jump back and forth between past and present. This one was done so creatively in the forms of a podcast, letters, and a trial.
emilybrownie's review against another edition
3.0
Nothing groundbreaking, but a good listen. Not sure I would have liked as much in different format
er_marie's review
4.0
Very tough read as far as the topic. But I thought i had it figured out after the first few chapters and i was WAY off. I love those kinds of twists.
nasalle2842's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 stars
This book has left me speechless. It’s infuriating to read, I won’t sugar coat it. I hated reading it at times but only because it’s heartbreaking and very topical, especially now. Rachel, the narrator is very reliable and trustworthy - I never found myself getting annoyed with her or her decision making. However, I did find myself gettin slightly annoyed with Hannah, but I think her actions are justifiable. It’s filled with twists, turns, heartbreak, and frustration but I think it’s an important story to read.
I do wish I knew it was about a rape trial and prior rape case in the same town. I received this book from Book of the Month and all I knew was that it was for people who like true crime and podcasts. I just wish it gave a clear warning about the subject matter because it was triggering at times. The book itself is well-written, but a heads-up would have been nice so I could emotionally prepare.
This book has left me speechless. It’s infuriating to read, I won’t sugar coat it. I hated reading it at times but only because it’s heartbreaking and very topical, especially now. Rachel, the narrator is very reliable and trustworthy - I never found myself getting annoyed with her or her decision making. However, I did find myself gettin slightly annoyed with Hannah, but I think her actions are justifiable. It’s filled with twists, turns, heartbreak, and frustration but I think it’s an important story to read.
I do wish I knew it was about a rape trial and prior rape case in the same town. I received this book from Book of the Month and all I knew was that it was for people who like true crime and podcasts. I just wish it gave a clear warning about the subject matter because it was triggering at times. The book itself is well-written, but a heads-up would have been nice so I could emotionally prepare.