jennybutimnotfromtheblock's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
denaiir's review against another edition
1.0
absolutely not for me, and when I reached the conclusio I really thought "all that for THAT?". Cheap horror story, I loved no Exit but his other books are really not working for me at the moment, too bad
gurowaagan's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
crystal_deornellas's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I really had an enjoyable time reading this book. This is one of my favorite authors, and if it wasn't a Taylor Adams book I am honestly not the type to pick up a "ghost-thriller". It was good for a paranormal based book. Some relatable themes and human emotions are explored and plenty of twists in the plot to keep you on your toes. Great read!
anniepoferl's review
Spoiler
there are many reasons why i had to dnf this book but the main reason is the character of adelaide lynne radnor. a) it's an incredibly american name, b) her only "british" characterisation seems to be her accent, and c) she's the victim of a terrible case of male author writes a manic pixie dream girl character.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence
british2197's review
3.0
This was a fast-paced and tense read. The line between what was imagination and fiction was very fine; I had such a hard time putting it down. The book was so well-written, I felt like I was running for my live with Dan and Addie, being chased by a relentless demon. One concept I found confusing was how Dan never checked up on his pseudo alarm that kept reminding him that he'd like his front (and back) door open. This is not your run-of-the-mill ghost story. Page-after-page kept me hooked, I had to know what would happen next.
crtsjffrsn's review
2.0
Dan is a well-known ghost hunter who has set out on investigating a case all his own: a cursed Russian rifle. The legend says that every person who has owned the gun has died within 24 hours of it coming into their possession. Dan is determined to either break the cycle or put an end to the gun in the process. But as strange things start happening--visions, blackouts, time travel--he learns he may just have taken on more than he can handle. Can he find a solution before the 24 hours is up?
I thought the concept here was very interesting. But I honestly struggled with the overall story. It doesn't make a whole lot of sense, is a bit disjointed, and is certainly hard to follow. It just didn't click for me at all.
[Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.]
I thought the concept here was very interesting. But I honestly struggled with the overall story. It doesn't make a whole lot of sense, is a bit disjointed, and is certainly hard to follow. It just didn't click for me at all.
[Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.]
jennymacusa's review against another edition
2.0
I’ve read all of Taylor Adams’ books now and have very much enjoyed the edge-of-your-seat nail biting thriller style with which he writes. This book however deviates from his usual format as it is a ghost story in its truest form. I have to admit I just didn’t love it. I could hear Taylors writing in the pages written but I just couldn’t devour it as I have with his other books. This one just wasn’t for me I’m afraid.