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100_pages_hr's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
3.5
This did not read like a debut novel! I was really impressed with the interesting plot and the unique abilities of the characters.
I really loved the slow burn romance too. It really felt like it developed organically and there were a lot of great conversations between Kadence and Lyndon.
I especially appreciated that while this novel had Christian characters it was never preachy. It was nice to read honest conversation and not a sermon from one non-preacher character to another.
This was definitely a page turner and I would definitely read more from this author.
I received an advanced copy of this book through NetGalley. This is my honest review.
I really loved the slow burn romance too. It really felt like it developed organically and there were a lot of great conversations between Kadence and Lyndon.
I especially appreciated that while this novel had Christian characters it was never preachy. It was nice to read honest conversation and not a sermon from one non-preacher character to another.
This was definitely a page turner and I would definitely read more from this author.
I received an advanced copy of this book through NetGalley. This is my honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Violence, Death of parent, and Murder
Minor: Abortion
booksoneveryshelf's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I haven’t taken the opportunity to read a new-to-me author in a while and I was very excited for this book! Sometimes I just need something different to get out of a reading slump and this definitely fit the bill. It is a fast-paced read that kept me guessing, while also just really wanting to snuggle Mac.
Suspense is such an interesting balance of action and character arc, something I thought Ms. Koslin did quite well. I enjoyed the intriguing ride, while also getting to know Lyndon and Kadance. Of the two, I would have to say that oddly enough, Lyndon was my favorite. I liked Kadance, but sometimes she seemed a little stiff and not quite likable. Mac was probably my favorite character, though he never actually says a word.
Having not read anything from this author before, my mind raced, wondering if the villain was someone I could guess or if it would be an outside character, only revealed at the end. I was definitely in for a surprise! Though I have to say that while I found the ending a little anti-climatic, it was also pretty satisfying.
Overall, I could honestly see this book being a movie and I would totally pay to watch it! Reminiscent of some of my favorite action flicks, I enjoyed the turn of every page and the race to the finish.
*My thanks to the publisher for my copy of this book! I was not required to write a review, positive or otherwise, and have not been compensated for it in any way. All opinions expressed are my own.
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