karen1's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
kellyjcm's review against another edition
My first Karen Rose read. The plot is compelling, and I liked the male protagonist. The female protagonist was too stubborn in a cliched way. I didn't enjoy the time stamps; I felt like they distracted me. It was ok, and I would read another from this author to develop a more complete opinion.
alicat09's review
4.0
This book is all types of terrifying and messed up just like pretty much all of Karen Rose’s books. The overall story is well written and I like the main characters who were introduced in the last book.
Tania Gilbert did a great job with the audio but wtf was up with Luke’s voice? So unsexy and not at all how I “heard” him.
Tania Gilbert did a great job with the audio but wtf was up with Luke’s voice? So unsexy and not at all how I “heard” him.
sewcialist_librarian's review against another edition
4.0
I spent the entire book a nervous wreck! Between the girls, the bad guys, and the good guys, I wanted to bite my nails to the quick. I don't think Susannah amd Luke make a very compelling couple; but they still make good characters.
jonetta's review
4.0
This is not a standalone story so it is not recommended you read this before reading (at least) the two immediately preceding books. I still strongly urge reading the entire series in order as related characters pop up throughout.
The story begins sometime near the end of the last story, running parallel to when Daniel and Alex first discovered the nightmare bunker. I was thrilled to get Susannah and Luke's perspectives as they neared the site and discovered Bailey and "Jane Doe." What ensued was the wildest reading ride I've had in a long time.
No one seems to be who they first appear to be and almost everyone has either a tragic history or private agenda. I actually became overwhelmed by the sheer weight and volume of the revelations. This was the first time in this series I felt the romance took a big back seat to the mystery/suspense. But, I loved Luke and his family and what they brought to his relationship with Susannah.
Incredible story with an intricate plot in a diabolical town. Now they just need to level Dutton, Georgia and start all over.
The story begins sometime near the end of the last story, running parallel to when Daniel and Alex first discovered the nightmare bunker. I was thrilled to get Susannah and Luke's perspectives as they neared the site and discovered Bailey and "Jane Doe." What ensued was the wildest reading ride I've had in a long time.
No one seems to be who they first appear to be and almost everyone has either a tragic history or private agenda. I actually became overwhelmed by the sheer weight and volume of the revelations. This was the first time in this series I felt the romance took a big back seat to the mystery/suspense. But, I loved Luke and his family and what they brought to his relationship with Susannah.
Incredible story with an intricate plot in a diabolical town. Now they just need to level Dutton, Georgia and start all over.
laurenjodi's review against another edition
1.0
Kill For Me
1 Star
Series Note: This is book #9 in the overall series, but book #3 in the Daniel Vartanian trilogy.
I'm definitely in the minority amongst my GR friends, the majority of whom enjoyed the book immensely, so perhaps this review should be taken with a grain of salt.
For me, the Daniel Vartanian books are not up to Rose's standards. The first installment is well worth the read with a gripping suspense story and an engaging couple. However, the 2nd and 3rd are, to put it simply, awful. They are a jumbled mess of mixed perspectives and non-linear sequencing. The plot of #3 is a rehash of #2 with a complete lack of originality, and the romance is mediocre and lackluster. It appears that at least for this sub-trilogy, Rose decided to focus more on the action and less on the romance.
While a huge proponent of reading in order, I can honestly say that Scream for Me and Kill for Me are a waste of valuable reading time. That said, newbies to Rose's books and fans alike should decide for themselves if these are worth the effort. Moving on to #10 now as I've heard that it returns to Rose's tried and true style.
1 Star
Series Note: This is book #9 in the overall series, but book #3 in the Daniel Vartanian trilogy.
I'm definitely in the minority amongst my GR friends, the majority of whom enjoyed the book immensely, so perhaps this review should be taken with a grain of salt.
For me, the Daniel Vartanian books are not up to Rose's standards. The first installment is well worth the read with a gripping suspense story and an engaging couple. However, the 2nd and 3rd are, to put it simply, awful. They are a jumbled mess of mixed perspectives and non-linear sequencing. The plot of #3 is a rehash of #2 with a complete lack of originality, and the romance is mediocre and lackluster. It appears that at least for this sub-trilogy, Rose decided to focus more on the action and less on the romance.
While a huge proponent of reading in order, I can honestly say that Scream for Me and Kill for Me are a waste of valuable reading time. That said, newbies to Rose's books and fans alike should decide for themselves if these are worth the effort. Moving on to #10 now as I've heard that it returns to Rose's tried and true style.
cranberrytarts's review against another edition
5.0
Another excellent novel from Karen Rose. Definitely a great end to the trilogy. Full of heart pounding suspense and amazing character studies. Highly recommend the entire trilogy.
zeey's review against another edition
3.0
The subject is dark, the experiences the characters go through are horrendous but the suspense and mystery and the main couples chemistry made it a solid 3 star for me.
I havent read teh previous books yet, not the usual for me, but def something Im gonna correct.
I havent read teh previous books yet, not the usual for me, but def something Im gonna correct.
labraden's review against another edition
5.0
This book is exceptionally good romantic suspense. The story is quite detailed and very well written. Rose keeps the reader guessing very convincingly and thoroughly builds suspense throughout the series.