Reviews with content warning for Suicide - You Are Not Alone

The mysterious plot of the book wasn't bad, but the characters and writing are flat as pancakes. The references also feel weirdly out of data, but this book was only written two years ago? Twists were pretty obvious, which isn't a deal breaker because it means they were well set up, but I had zero investment in what was happening because the characters are sooooooo boooooooring.

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bibliophileroxy's review against another edition

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dark mysterious tense medium-paced

4.0

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onemorepagecrew's review against another edition

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mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

You are Not Alone by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen was a grippy, fast-paced read. I have been on a thriller streak lately and looking for plotlines that hold a tense atmosphere – this book did the trick.

I would recommend going into this knowing as little as possible. The story centers on a woman, Shay, who is befriended by two sisters who have the life Shay desires. They become quick friends and it’s easy for Shay to say “yes” to their advice and help. When things begin to seem a little off and Shay starts to pay closer attention, the suspense takes off.

I listened on audio and would recommend that format. The twists were not impossible to see coming, but they weren’t crystal clear either and I had fun trying to piece it all together.

Content warnings: Suicide, Sexual assault, Murder, Stalking, Gaslighting

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jamiejanae_6's review against another edition

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mysterious sad tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

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kimveach's review against another edition

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dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

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

4.0

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julienicole1106's review against another edition

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dark mysterious 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? No

4.25

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busywithmybooks's review against another edition

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4.5

This one took me a while to get into. Once I did it was definitely an interesting story. It does revolve around a suicide and it does bring up cases of rape so this might not be for everyone. But once it grabbed my attention I was hooked and had to know everything about this secret group of women and what they were trying to protect. If it’s a little slow for you in the beginning I’d definitely recommend powering through!

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marla_reads's review against another edition

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mysterious slow-paced

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

2.5

Meh. ⁣
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⁣I took these pictures eighteen months ago and finally got around to reading You Are Not Alone this week. Can I get a pat on the back for that please?! ⁣
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⁣As for the book, I listened to it at max speed because I was BORED. You’ve got unlikeable characters, unrealistic and ridiculous coincidences and a plot that just wouldn’t wrap itself up. ⁣
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⁣I rated it three stars, but upon further reflection that’s probably way too generous!

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