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maighreadmckel's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
irishtraveller's review against another edition
3.0
After reading my first Rachel Gibson novel only a few days ago and being impressed with that, I was completely disappointed in this one, I'm sorry to say. I just didn't enjoy the main characters. Maybe it was me, but Lucy was far too needy, and Quinn was too concerned with sex. Overall, it was a quick, light read, but it isn't one of my favorites.
raisingself's review against another edition
1.0
I was curious about the online dating and mystery aspect. But it’s almost a cliche of a romance novel with tons of tropes and stereotyping of men and women. Not my taste or cup of tea. The the mystery novel and serial killer component was the only redeeming variable but it was sorely underdeveloped.
petrichor_pages's review against another edition
3.0
So I absolutely live for the set-up of this novel. It's convoluted but fun! Basically a murder writer fake dates internet strangers for inspiration for her books. Quinn, the homicide detective, is going on dates on the internet to try to flush out a murderer. It creates this lovely double mistaken identity subplot, which I live for.
Unfortunately, the set-up is the majority of the appeal of this book. While Quinn gives off those non-creepy protective vibes, he legitimately thinks that Lucy is a murderer for 2/3 of the book, which hardly sets the stage for romance. Coupled with the corny dialogue, and this wasn't exactly a rollicking fun time, but it was enjoyable enough.
The identity of the killer is also not much of a mystery. This is not exactly a thriller book, and there aren't a ton of efforts to create a believable story. In a lot of ways, this reminded me of a reverse gender Castle, but without the charm.
Unfortunately, the set-up is the majority of the appeal of this book. While Quinn gives off those non-creepy protective vibes, he legitimately thinks that Lucy is a murderer for 2/3 of the book, which hardly sets the stage for romance. Coupled with the corny dialogue, and this wasn't exactly a rollicking fun time, but it was enjoyable enough.
The identity of the killer is also not much of a mystery. This is not exactly a thriller book, and there aren't a ton of efforts to create a believable story. In a lot of ways, this reminded me of a reverse gender Castle, but without the charm.
candacemss's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
wolfalex's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
bieneina's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
caity's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
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? It's complicated
2.5
The idea was brilliant...however the writing reeked of misogyny. I mean the amount of times the writer used "females" is crazy. I just didn't find the male love interest likeable. he literally wanted to have sex while she was panicking about being stalked like how romantic you misogynist pig.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Violence
Moderate: Stalking
Minor: Misogyny and Sexism