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marieeh's review against another edition
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
4.0
I will say, there is a lot going on. I had a long break in the middle when I had to return the book and wait for my turn again, and when I finally got it back I needed a big refresher on characters and motives.
Would have given it a full 5 for entertainment and surprise, but there were a few times where the author commented on some of the female characters physical appearance a little too much and in a way that felt kind of gross. Not sure how to explain, just very male gaze-y, and I didn't like it. Also the whole thing with the cop writing limericks felt off to me. Of course
There is also a sequel, which I will probably read because the book does end off on a big cliff hanger.
There is one graphic description of violence against an animal, but it is skippable and does not affect the story line.
Graphic: Animal cruelty and Murder
Minor: Stalking
unicornheart_books's review against another edition
4.0
This was a solid read! The twists in this one were the ones that I guessed in some other light but did not see coming as it were genius takes on my guesses. I love how the story keeps you hooked from the start and keeps you entertained throughout. This book is definitely my cup of tea when it comes to unhinged characters and morally grey leads.
With that being said the Kimberly chapters and the writing at times were definitely not for me. I found them disgusting and unsettling, not in a good way but in a way that made me deeply uncomfortable. To be honest I hated all the male characters in this book and I don't know whether that was the intention of the author. While I was here for the women and their messed up morality, I despised the men in this book and everyone of them felt like a pervert in some way or the other. Those were the reasons that convinced me that this book was definitely not a 5 star read for me.
But apart from that I enjoyed this sort of messed up situations these characters were in and I found Lily's character to be fascinating, unhinged of course but intriguing and thrilling at the same time. Needless to say she was my favourite character and the very ending of this book made me panic to my core and that made it a solid thriller for me.
Overall a really enjoyable read if you're looking for a book that makes you wanna read the entire thing in one sitting, because trust me you can never get bored with a thriller like this!
♥️
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Infidelity, and Sexual harassment
book_lover1028's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Death, Infidelity, Mental illness, Misogyny, Violence, Blood, Stalking, Car accident, Murder, and Alcohol
heather_harrison's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
I went into my reading relatively blind, and expected it to be a retelling of “Strangers on a Train” (plane) but it definitely surpassed that.
Graphic: Death, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, and Murder
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Violence, and Toxic friendship
nugsforbugs's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Alcoholism, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Death, Gun violence, Mental illness, Pedophilia, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Stalking, Car accident, Murder, Alcohol, and Sexual harassment
cutecooper's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, and Murder
lostintheplot's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Sexual assault and Sexual harassment
Minor: Animal cruelty and Animal death
sandysmith's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Child abuse, and Murder
lydiavsbooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Would definitely recommend, its just a really good time
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Death, Pedophilia, Sexual assault, and Murder
lilifane's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I was surprised by one twist halfway through the book, didn't see that one coming at all. Two other twists were nicely done. But the rest? Very predictable, and therefore not very exciting.
I think my main issue was that I didn't care for the characters that much, especially Ted. His story line was way too boring, and it was hard for me to root for him. But it's not a bad book, and definitely not the worst one I read by this author. It just wasn't as good as people made me believe.
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Death, Gun violence, Infidelity, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Blood, Murder, Gaslighting, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Car accident