amandacole's review against another edition
4.0
I love this take on the urban fantasy genre! I appreciated Grace's less violent take on dealing with the paranormal, and I always like seeing social media tidbits inserted in the story. It makes it feel more contemporary because honestly, who isn't spending at least some of their time on social media these days? Overall, I liked the mystery and the resolution (esp. re: the statue) at the end, and I'd read another book with these fun and quirky characters.
Note: I do think it's important to read the short story prequel, [b:Where You Can See the Stars|35443194|Where You Can See the Stars|Carrie Gessner|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1497574908s/35443194.jpg|56826071], to fully appreciate this book and Grace's approach to the paranormal. While technically you can read this book without having read the prequel, I'd highly recommend starting with WYCStS.
Note: I do think it's important to read the short story prequel, [b:Where You Can See the Stars|35443194|Where You Can See the Stars|Carrie Gessner|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1497574908s/35443194.jpg|56826071], to fully appreciate this book and Grace's approach to the paranormal. While technically you can read this book without having read the prequel, I'd highly recommend starting with WYCStS.
megh_reads_books's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book! I think this ticked a lot of boxes for storylines that I am attracted to.
Detective/mystery novel? Check.
Supernatural presence? Check.
Strong female lead? Check.
Non-bro-y guy friend who I want to be friends with? Check!
Unpredictable ending/villain(s?)? Check.
I listened to the audiobook and really enjoyed the narrator’s acting during the dialog.
Detective/mystery novel? Check.
Supernatural presence? Check.
Strong female lead? Check.
Non-bro-y guy friend who I want to be friends with? Check!
Unpredictable ending/villain(s?)? Check.
I listened to the audiobook and really enjoyed the narrator’s acting during the dialog.
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