yinthe__'s review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book is absolutely amazing. The tension, the plot twists.
Spoiler
The fact that Jason (a character from the first book) was the leading cause of everything that had happened, is just amazing.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, Drug use, and Drug abuse
Moderate: Blood, Vomit, and Emotional abuse
kelseyr713's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The format of this one is definitely different than the other two. Without spoiling, about halfway through it takes a big turn. I wish Pip had gone about things very differently than she did, but it fits the state of mind she was in at the time. I wish we could get an epilogue!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Stalking, Sexism, Drug abuse, Grief, Fire/Fire injury, Addiction, Confinement, Gore, Animal death, Kidnapping, Torture, Injury/injury detail, Mental illness, Murder, Drug use, Blood, and Violence
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Gun violence
Minor: Rape and Sexual assault
amimamii's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
had to actually force myself to continue this book because wtf.
insert long LONG list of grievances here:
1) Not once in this whole book did they mention ever putting up cameras. You think someone is drawing weird figures and putting dead pigeons on your property and you never once think about getting some cameras? Honestly, why doesn't anyone in this town have any cameras, especially after 3+ murders in the area. like clearly weird shit is happening in this ‘small’ town. The only ones mentioned were the Hastings cameras.
2) She continuously goes on runs ALONE while believing a serial killer is targeting her??? like I understand it helps her clear her head but at least find a running buddy. and her boyfriend shows zero concern for this though he’s extremely worried about everything else.
3) I'm sorry but the killer was so obvious, I don't understand how Pip didn’t figure it out sooner, especially for a ‘seasoned detective’. She saw the brush and Andie’s email and STILL focused on Daniel da Silva. and with all the stuff about hating women, honestly, he was the first person that came to mind
4) She literally manages to escape this serial killer, who has killed 5 girls before her. Let me repeat that. He has killed FIVE WOMEN already. And 18-year-old Pip manages to escape him all within what, like an hour. Sure okay.
5) She then kills this guy. Why? Could not fucking tell you. You manage to miraculously get away from this guy only to go back to kill him???
6) Then somehow she convinces herself that no one would ever believe he’s the DT Killer. I’m sorry, BUT THE REACH. It’s not like she hasn't been collecting evidence this whole time. She literally mentioned the hairbrush earlier WHICH IS EVIDENCE. But she just completely forgets about everything she found in the first half of the book.
7) Not only does she convince herself of this, but she also thinks that the only other option is to frame someone else for his murder. And convinces all of her friends to help her. wtf.
8) Not only do Ravi and her friends instantly agree, but they literally don’t care. I'm most surprised at Ravi considering his brother was literally framed but sure. And how does Pip repay Ravi and co.?? She breaks up with him and ghosts all her friends. MIND YOU, they just helped her frame someone else for a murder that SHE committed.
9) And to top it all off… she’s fine. Absolutely fine. Not like she spent the first half of this book dealing with the trauma of seeing someone die right in front of her. But it's all fixed when someone else gets framed for the murder of someone she ACTUALLY killed. Yup, and she’s great. Hasn’t lost any sleep over murdering someone. Even if he did deserve it, killing someone in ANY capacity is bounds for some degree of trauma or maybe even PTSD. But nope, her only issue is eventually being caught for murder.
Ridiculous.
insert long LONG list of grievances here:
1) Not once in this whole book did they mention ever putting up cameras. You think someone is drawing weird figures and putting dead pigeons on your property and you never once think about getting some cameras? Honestly, why doesn't anyone in this town have any cameras, especially after 3+ murders in the area. like clearly weird shit is happening in this ‘small’ town. The only ones mentioned were the Hastings cameras.
2) She continuously goes on runs ALONE while believing a serial killer is targeting her??? like I understand it helps her clear her head but at least find a running buddy. and her boyfriend shows zero concern for this though he’s extremely worried about everything else.
3) I'm sorry but the killer was so obvious, I don't understand how Pip didn’t figure it out sooner, especially for a ‘seasoned detective’. She saw the brush and Andie’s email and STILL focused on Daniel da Silva. and with all the stuff about hating women, honestly, he was the first person that came to mind
4) She literally manages to escape this serial killer, who has killed 5 girls before her. Let me repeat that. He has killed FIVE WOMEN already. And 18-year-old Pip manages to escape him all within what, like an hour. Sure okay.
5) She then kills this guy. Why? Could not fucking tell you. You manage to miraculously get away from this guy only to go back to kill him???
6) Then somehow she convinces herself that no one would ever believe he’s the DT Killer. I’m sorry, BUT THE REACH. It’s not like she hasn't been collecting evidence this whole time. She literally mentioned the hairbrush earlier WHICH IS EVIDENCE. But she just completely forgets about everything she found in the first half of the book.
7) Not only does she convince herself of this, but she also thinks that the only other option is to frame someone else for his murder. And convinces all of her friends to help her. wtf.
8) Not only do Ravi and her friends instantly agree, but they literally don’t care. I'm most surprised at Ravi considering his brother was literally framed but sure. And how does Pip repay Ravi and co.?? She breaks up with him and ghosts all her friends. MIND YOU, they just helped her frame someone else for a murder that SHE committed.
9) And to top it all off… she’s fine. Absolutely fine. Not like she spent the first half of this book dealing with the trauma of seeing someone die right in front of her. But it's all fixed when someone else gets framed for the murder of someone she ACTUALLY killed. Yup, and she’s great. Hasn’t lost any sleep over murdering someone. Even if he did deserve it, killing someone in ANY capacity is bounds for some degree of trauma or maybe even PTSD. But nope, her only issue is eventually being caught for murder.
Ridiculous.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Animal cruelty, Kidnapping, Child abuse, Rape, Blood, Injury/injury detail, Drug abuse, Death, Physical abuse, Grief, Gun violence, Murder, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual assault, Violence, Stalking, and Drug use
Minor: Emotional abuse
raiireads_'s review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Stalking, Murder, Death, Child death, Kidnapping, and Violence
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Drug use
Minor: Animal cruelty and Animal death
leahhmorriss's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
The final book in the series😭I have loved every book so so much it will forever be my favourite.
Miss Jackson really put my girl Pip through it in this book, seeing her deal with PTSD was horrible. I definitely think this lead her to making some poor decisions but she made it out the other side, thankfully.
I think this is my potentially my favourite out of the series but I had mad anxiety the entire time. The DT killer (before being unmasked) was so creepy and then when Pip was
Jason Bell is one of the biggest creeps in this series, potentially overtaking my hate for Max. But I’m so glad they both got what they deserved.
The ending of this book fucking destroyed me, Ravi is my baby and I had to see him screaming and crying on the floor whilst Pip walked away from him (you’re in my bad books for that bestie but I still love you).
I am actually desperate for more of this story, I have to know what happened with Max’s trial, if Ravi became a lawyer, I need to see Pip reunite with her family and Cara, Connor, Jamie, Nat and Naomi. And MOST IMPORTANTLYI am so invested and I will never get enough of these characters.
Unless Holly Jackson decides to write a sequel, I’m moving on to the prequel and waiting patiently for the TV show.
Miss Jackson really put my girl Pip through it in this book, seeing her deal with PTSD was horrible. I definitely think this lead her to making some poor decisions but she made it out the other side, thankfully.
I think this is my potentially my favourite out of the series but I had mad anxiety the entire time. The DT killer (before being unmasked) was so creepy and then when Pip was
Spoiler
going through the process of framing Max I was so stressed about her leaving evidence behind, CCTV cameras seeing her, etc.Jason Bell is one of the biggest creeps in this series, potentially overtaking my hate for Max. But I’m so glad they both got what they deserved.
The ending of this book fucking destroyed me, Ravi is my baby and I had to see him screaming and crying on the floor whilst Pip walked away from him (you’re in my bad books for that bestie but I still love you).
I am actually desperate for more of this story, I have to know what happened with Max’s trial, if Ravi became a lawyer,
Spoiler
how Pip told Becca Bell about her dad and how Andie knew everything.Spoiler
I need to see her reunite with Ravi. If they came back even stronger, if they get married, have kids.Unless Holly Jackson decides to write a sequel, I’m moving on to the prequel and waiting patiently for the TV show.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Kidnapping, Physical abuse, Emotional abuse, Violence, Death, Stalking, Gore, and Murder
bookthief's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This book was very intense and fast paced. This book was literally a good girls guide to murder. It’s scary how Holly Jackson managed to think of this story. The first part of the book was very creepy when Pip had her stalker but overall it created suspense. The second part was a literal guide to murder which was kind of scary if you think about it. I can’t believe what Pip had to do in the end. TEAM RAVI AND PIP!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Kidnapping, Mental illness, Murder, Death, Death of parent, Addiction, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Rape, Stalking, Blood, Torture, and Violence
sarahmcg's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Wow. What a compelling finish to a series that I’ve truly loved! 🖤 I just love the main character Pip so so much. The ending to this series was much darker than the first two books, and I found myself feeling so sad and worried for Pip, knowing she was isolating herself from everyone who cared for her - in her mind, to protect them - when she really needed their help and support 🥺
Pip went from an eager true-crime enthusiast who believed in the criminal justice system, to someone who was jaded and cynical, believing that justice could only be served outside the law. What didn’t change? She truly never gave up, and put her family and friends’ safety before herself, always.
There were a lot of heartbreaking moments in this book, but I think there was some hope/light at the end of the tunnel with the ending. I would have screamed if there wasn’t an epilogue (even though it was a little short for my taste 🥲).
Anyway, I’m so glad that I read this series, and I hope that you will too!
Read this series if you like:
- the Truly Devious series
- Big Little Lies
- anything by Karen McManus
Pip went from an eager true-crime enthusiast who believed in the criminal justice system, to someone who was jaded and cynical, believing that justice could only be served outside the law. What didn’t change? She truly never gave up, and put her family and friends’ safety before herself, always.
There were a lot of heartbreaking moments in this book, but I think there was some hope/light at the end of the tunnel with the ending. I would have screamed if there wasn’t an epilogue (even though it was a little short for my taste 🥲).
Anyway, I’m so glad that I read this series, and I hope that you will too!
Read this series if you like:
- the Truly Devious series
- Big Little Lies
- anything by Karen McManus
Content Warnings
Graphic: Stalking, Kidnapping, Blood, Murder, Drug abuse, and Violence
Moderate: Emotional abuse
Minor: Sexual assault
kstericker's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Drug use, Grief, Injury/injury detail, Kidnapping, Murder, Panic attacks/disorders, Stalking, Violence, and Sexual violence
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Rape, Vomit, and Drug abuse
smkelly1997's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book is not for the faint of heart I would recommend reading the TW if you are concerned.
I feel that this book wrapped up the AGGGTM series perfectly. Pip is an ever evolving character. Throughout this book I hated, loved, admired, and feared Pip. She is such a complex character it really made this book different that others. In this book you were constantly left wondering how is Pip going to get herself out of this? While I do think the DT killer was a bit obvious, there were still many plot twist leaving the reader on there toes.
Trigger warning which may contain a spoiler:.
I feel that this book wrapped up the AGGGTM series perfectly. Pip is an ever evolving character. Throughout this book I hated, loved, admired, and feared Pip. She is such a complex character it really made this book different that others. In this book you were constantly left wondering how is Pip going to get herself out of this? While I do think the DT killer was a bit obvious, there were still many plot twist leaving the reader on there toes.
Trigger warning which may contain a spoiler:
Spoiler
the murder which takes place in this book left me with a visceral reaction. I struggled reading the words repeated over and over again. I do think this one page could be skipped if it will induce issues.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Blood, Confinement, Death, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Fire/Fire injury, Gore, Injury/injury detail, Kidnapping, Murder, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, and Violence
llyfrauginger's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Just as well written, but not as enjoyable. Pip's decisions were very stressful to read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Torture, Murder, Blood, Death of parent, Drug abuse, Drug use, Addiction, Death, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/injury detail, Kidnapping, Mental illness, Stalking, and Violence
Moderate: Rape, Animal death, Sexual assault, Emotional abuse, Child abuse, Cursing, and Gun violence