mnsperkins's review against another edition
4.0
Oddly enough, these books continue to surprise me. Evil at Heart has been the grossest of the series so far.
lakecake's review against another edition
4.0
I forgot how much I loved these books. This is a great third book in this series--it allows for real growth in all the characters that you've come to know and love, without changing them completely as people. It could have been a little longer, but the short-ish length allows the story to move at a really fast pace. Can't wait to get to the next one!
elinacre's review against another edition
4.0
suuuch effed-up characters... but believable, sadly. missed archie's fam in this one... hope they show up more in the next book(s). HOW is this series not a movie or tv show yet?!? get with it hollywood! gosh.
thegeekyblogger's review against another edition
4.0
Listened for Fun (Library Copy)
Overall Rating: 4.00
Story Rating: 3.50
Character Rating: 4.60
Audio Rating: 3.50 (not part of the overall rating)
First Thought when Finished:Evil at Heart got really good the last 1/2! I couldn't put it down (or turn it off).
Story Thoughts: Chelsea Cain is brilliant at writing totally off-their-rocker characters. Her serial killer Gretchen is one of my favorites. Evil at Heart gave us another twist in the Gretchen/Archie storyline! It was full of twists,turns, and action. The only problem was the first part was a little slow but I think it was necessary for this story. Let's just say if you are a fan of Gretchen, you will love every single moment her in this story.
Character Thoughts: Chelsea Cain writes kick ass characters. They are all twisted, bruised, battered, and a little off-kilter. There is something to like about all of them though and that to me is awesome character building. Serial Killers are some of my favorite fictional characters but honestly there are few out there that are better than Gretchen. I always get so drawn in by her even when she is only somewhat there. You can feel her in every little moment!
Audio Thoughts:
I usually really enjoy Carolyn's narration but I thought her voice for Archie was off. He sounded more like a teenager than a seasoned police officer. I think she did a great job with all the other voices though and her pacing was fantastic! There is another narrator for the next book so I am going to give it a whirl and see if it is closer to how I imagined these people.
Final Thoughts: This is a fantastic series! The only thing is "DON'T READ OUT OF ORDER" :)
Overall Rating: 4.00
Story Rating: 3.50
Character Rating: 4.60
Audio Rating: 3.50 (not part of the overall rating)
First Thought when Finished:Evil at Heart got really good the last 1/2! I couldn't put it down (or turn it off).
Story Thoughts: Chelsea Cain is brilliant at writing totally off-their-rocker characters. Her serial killer Gretchen is one of my favorites. Evil at Heart gave us another twist in the Gretchen/Archie storyline! It was full of twists,turns, and action. The only problem was the first part was a little slow but I think it was necessary for this story. Let's just say if you are a fan of Gretchen, you will love every single moment her in this story.
Character Thoughts: Chelsea Cain writes kick ass characters. They are all twisted, bruised, battered, and a little off-kilter. There is something to like about all of them though and that to me is awesome character building. Serial Killers are some of my favorite fictional characters but honestly there are few out there that are better than Gretchen. I always get so drawn in by her even when she is only somewhat there. You can feel her in every little moment!
Audio Thoughts:
Narrated by Carolyn McCormick/ Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins
I usually really enjoy Carolyn's narration but I thought her voice for Archie was off. He sounded more like a teenager than a seasoned police officer. I think she did a great job with all the other voices though and her pacing was fantastic! There is another narrator for the next book so I am going to give it a whirl and see if it is closer to how I imagined these people.
Final Thoughts: This is a fantastic series! The only thing is "DON'T READ OUT OF ORDER" :)
jnt7w2's review against another edition
5.0
this third installment is SOOO good. I read it in 3 days. this is the last of this series that I have on hand, though I now know that there are at least 3 more. I plan to read those too!
bookishnicole's review against another edition
4.0
Every book I read in this series just has me saying holy shit.
sjj169's review against another edition
4.0
Won this book through first reads. I read this book in one afternoon. I would put it down and then wonder what was happening and have to pick it back up. I ended up liking it, however I think reading the first book of the series helped giving me insight to it. I haven't read the second book and will asap.
I would have liked more of Gretchen in this book. She barely makes an appearance. I wonder where Ms. Cain will go with this series..more of Archie and Gretchen or different characters? hmmm Can't wait to see!
I would have liked more of Gretchen in this book. She barely makes an appearance. I wonder where Ms. Cain will go with this series..more of Archie and Gretchen or different characters? hmmm Can't wait to see!
gicuzziol's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
bxermom's review against another edition
4.0
Chelsea Cain does not disappoint! Another great book in the Gretchen-Archie saga!