novelesque_life's review against another edition
4.0
RATING: 4 STARS
2018; Kensington Books
I enjoyed [b:The Girl Who Was Taken|31409239|The Girl Who Was Taken|Charlie Donlea|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1474738382l/31409239._SY75_.jpg|52102683] so much, I decided to download the next audiobook by Charlie Donlea. Don't Believe It didn't disappoint. While this is a standalone novel, there is a character from The Girl Who Was Taken that makes an appearance in this book. Reading this book reminded me of so many true crime docs/shows that have Americans either being murdered on holidays or being on trial in another country. So when you read this you wonder if it is based on A, B or C but really it could be anyone of those cases. Donlea does a great job in keeping the suspense and giving us a glimpse into the case through the documentary. It is a really cool concept that the documentary is filming each episode as it airs. Once you see where the ending is going, you still are in it for the ride. If you are looking for a book that will keep you hostage for a bit, this is the one! It may not be the best beach read as you will miss averting going on around you.
***I received a complimentary copy of this ebook from the publisher through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.***
2018; Kensington Books
I enjoyed [b:The Girl Who Was Taken|31409239|The Girl Who Was Taken|Charlie Donlea|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1474738382l/31409239._SY75_.jpg|52102683] so much, I decided to download the next audiobook by Charlie Donlea. Don't Believe It didn't disappoint. While this is a standalone novel, there is a character from The Girl Who Was Taken that makes an appearance in this book. Reading this book reminded me of so many true crime docs/shows that have Americans either being murdered on holidays or being on trial in another country. So when you read this you wonder if it is based on A, B or C but really it could be anyone of those cases. Donlea does a great job in keeping the suspense and giving us a glimpse into the case through the documentary. It is a really cool concept that the documentary is filming each episode as it airs. Once you see where the ending is going, you still are in it for the ride. If you are looking for a book that will keep you hostage for a bit, this is the one! It may not be the best beach read as you will miss averting going on around you.
***I received a complimentary copy of this ebook from the publisher through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.***
nancyjr's review against another edition
2.0
The book was really fun/interesting until the last 10% or so
kaitlyn_fehr's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The ending was wildly disappointingÂ
drecx's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
marigoldgills's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- 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
laurantor's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
aylaspages's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars
Good storytelling and compelling plot! Misdirection throughout made the twists in the back half even more enjoyable. I was glad to see Livia Cutty again, and
Minus 1.5 stars for the following:
1. Unnecessary romance storyline between Graham and Sidney that didn’t add anything to their characters or the story.
2. I reread all of the jury deliberations and still may have missed something, but Marshall said Ellie was at work when Sidney visited and was murdered, and she was somehow still convicted with an alibi (that was never mentioned in the jury deliberations) and a very expensive defense team. This ending felt rushed and not fully fleshed out.
Good storytelling and compelling plot! Misdirection throughout made the twists in the back half even more enjoyable. I was glad to see Livia Cutty again, and
Minus 1.5 stars for the following:
1. Unnecessary romance storyline between Graham and Sidney that didn’t add anything to their characters or the story.
2. I reread all of the jury deliberations and still may have missed something, but Marshall said Ellie was at work when Sidney visited and was murdered, and she was somehow still convicted with an alibi (that was never mentioned in the jury deliberations) and a very expensive defense team. This ending felt rushed and not fully fleshed out.
aleishamacsmith's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
saigexo's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
karockhold's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25