siobhanward's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
While I saw the twist coming halfway through the book, the rest was still interesting enough that it didn't ruin things. I thought Murray in particular was great - normally I don't love when the detective and their personal life are their own plotline, since it often takes away from the rest of the book, but this one was well-done and heartbreaking. Honestly, I'm surprised that it wasn't a set up for his own series - the amount of time spent with him and character development, I thought that there would be a series of books with him.
Anyway, that side plot was good. The main plot was kind of mid, though.
Anyway, that side plot was good. The main plot was kind of mid, though.
Graphic: Suicide, Grief, Death, Death of parent, and Alcoholism
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Mental illness
ronnieb's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Trigger Warning: Suicide, Alcohol Abuse, Death of parents/family members, Mental Illness
This was really great with some genuinely surprising twists. The pace is fast and exciting and does not leave a dull moment for the reader to get bored. The story is also emotional and allows you to connect and sympathize with our main characters of Anna and Murray. The story being in dual POV I do not think was entirely necessary as they felt pretty disconnected other than a few key scenes but both were enjoyable characters that had a full story so it did not take away from my enjoyment at all.
Graphic: Suicide, Alcoholism, Death of parent, and Mental illness
emmaclaire_z's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
Graphic: Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, Death of parent, and Suicide
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