Reviews

Κατηγορούμενη by Nicci French

jemmacrosland's review against another edition

2.0

I’ve read a few books from Nicci French and I find them hit and miss personally. Some I have loved and given 5 stars, others have been a flop and unfortunately House of Correction was the latter.
Similar to my other disliked Nicci French books, I found it to be confusing beyond necessary. As a reader I’m confused following the bizarre story, reading in the perspective of confused characters. And bringing law and the trial into it, it was just too hard to follow. As for the ending, was it clever or just plain absurd? I feel like as a reader you wouldn’t be able to guess the ending, I completely didn’t see it coming, which is a no from me.
I did really resonate with Tabitha actually, and whilst at points I found it triggering around mental health issues, particularly depression, I see a lot of similarities between her and I. So there was understanding there and sympathy.
Unfortunately overall I just found this book not very enjoyable, quite frustrating and dragged out.
2/5 ⭐️⭐️

c_ward68's review against another edition

3.0

Pretty average thriller with unusual perspective. Listened to audiobook which was well read by Gemma Whelan. I don’t think I’d have managed to actually read the book, would have lost interest early on. Main character not particularly appealing and her incarceration meant it was quite static. However, wanted to know what happened so must have had some appeal.

tanishavd's review against another edition

4.0

I barely read books that are written from the eyes of an unreliable narrator. Tabitha is like-able when you are looking through her eyes but not really trust worthy. You want her to be innocent but there is no way to know for sure she didn't do it.

This stand alone from Nicci French is amazing. It's a true page turner that is able to keep you interested from start to finish. The plot twist/ending was incredible and something I didn't see coming at all. The pacing was perfect so it didn't get boring but didn't feel rushed either.

rinny96's review against another edition

dark hopeful tense medium-paced

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

5.0

This book is a must for crime fiction and who-dunnit fanatics. It leaves you guessing the whole way through, and the case-building is so intense, it will increase your heart rate, and I know, because I checked!

njgareau's review against another edition

fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

readingfar's review against another edition

dark emotional hopeful informative mysterious reflective sad medium-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

5.0

aliatreides's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced

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

3.5

kaz2021's review against another edition

dark emotional tense medium-paced

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

3.0

merrismith_'s review against another edition

mysterious medium-paced

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

4.75

cornmaven's review against another edition

3.0

Tabitha ends up in prison, charged with murdering a scion of her village. She decides to represent herself to maintain her innocence, and then must work out, from prison who actually did it. Lots of dark secrets abound among the entire village. The English judicial system as portrayed will have Americans scratching their heads, but it was interesting to note differences. Would be an enjoyable beach read for those who don't like chick lit/romances.