half_notes's review
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Five survive is a tense, secretive and mysterious thriller involving 6 friends who become trapped in their RV with a sniper outside. Throughout this book many secrets are uncovered about all 6 characters.
Personal thoughts: I would recommend this book to almost anyone. Unlike some other thrillers published recently, it doesn't seem to drag in any parts and I was always sucked into the story. Red and the other cast members were such interesting characters and the plot-twist(s) were surprising until right before they were revealed. That being said, I wouldn't recommend this book to people that are dealing with trauma like the death of a family member, as that is a major topic. The ending did get a bit confusing as there was so much detail put in such a short amount of pages. High recommend for me, and a 4.5 star read.
Personal thoughts: I would recommend this book to almost anyone. Unlike some other thrillers published recently, it doesn't seem to drag in any parts and I was always sucked into the story. Red and the other cast members were such interesting characters and the plot-twist(s) were surprising until right before they were revealed. That being said, I wouldn't recommend this book to people that are dealing with trauma like the death of a family member, as that is a major topic. The ending did get a bit confusing as there was so much detail put in such a short amount of pages. High recommend for me, and a 4.5 star read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence and Violence
Moderate: Death of parent and Alcoholism
Minor: Adult/minor relationship and Sexual content
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