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herelieshenry's review against another edition
dark
emotional
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
4.75
The audiobook really elevates the reading experience; phenomenal.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, and Murder
Moderate: Misogyny, Gaslighting, and Classism
Minor: Ableism
Online & real-life harassmentmicasreads's review against another edition
5.0
Author: Dervla McTiernan
Narrator: Full Cast
Started: August 28, 2024
Finished: August 29, 2024
Format: Audio
Genre: Thriller
Nina & Simon are on vacation when something happens, and Nina breaks up with him. When Simon returns home, he tells everyone that they had broken up and he came home but Nina was going to have someone pick her up the next day. Nina's parents file a missing person's report and an investigation ensues, and Simon's story is repeatedly questioned. When the truth is revealed, it will shock everyone.
I really enjoyed this novel. First, it should be noted that the plot was influenced by the Gabby Petito case although Simon's personality reminds me of the Natalie Hollway case. You will recognize the story within the first few pages. That being said, the story does find its own plot further into the book. The despair the family feels is palpable and their anger and fear show in every word. This story kept me interested from beginning to end. This is one I will be thinking about for some time.
Narrator: Full Cast
Started: August 28, 2024
Finished: August 29, 2024
Format: Audio
Genre: Thriller
Nina & Simon are on vacation when something happens, and Nina breaks up with him. When Simon returns home, he tells everyone that they had broken up and he came home but Nina was going to have someone pick her up the next day. Nina's parents file a missing person's report and an investigation ensues, and Simon's story is repeatedly questioned. When the truth is revealed, it will shock everyone.
I really enjoyed this novel. First, it should be noted that the plot was influenced by the Gabby Petito case although Simon's personality reminds me of the Natalie Hollway case. You will recognize the story within the first few pages. That being said, the story does find its own plot further into the book. The despair the family feels is palpable and their anger and fear show in every word. This story kept me interested from beginning to end. This is one I will be thinking about for some time.
Content Warnings
Minor: Domestic abuse
queenhufflegruff's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, Sexism, Toxic relationship, and Murder
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Violence, and Grief
issymaae's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Grief, and Murder
Moderate: Death, Emotional abuse, and Gaslighting
Minor: Ableism, Body horror, and Alcohol
hazelgirl21's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Gaslighting
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Gun violence
brooklynjane's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I want to start off by saying that this is a fantastic premise, and totally unique. I really loved the layout of the book, especially because I was gripped by story even though we know what happened from the prologue. I think that's great.
However, I was incredibly disappointed in the writing. I found it dry and dull. I think if I turned in this writing during my uni degree I would have received a C, which isn't bad, but you wouldn't think it was publishing-worthy either. There was a lot of telling and very little showing. I ended up finishing the book only because I skimmed it, otherwise I thought about DNF'ing early on.
However, I was incredibly disappointed in the writing. I found it dry and dull. I think if I turned in this writing during my uni degree I would have received a C, which isn't bad, but you wouldn't think it was publishing-worthy either. There was a lot of telling and very little showing. I ended up finishing the book only because I skimmed it, otherwise I thought about DNF'ing early on.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, Grief, Murder, and Gaslighting
zeevee93's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
If you’re looking for a thriller that keeps you guessing until the end. This isn’t it.
But if you want a thriller that gives you all the answers by the middle of the book, then raises just as many questions, with a strong focus on character development and different reactions to tragedy and trauma this is definitely the book for you.
I find this book hard to compare to anything I’ve read before because it’s just so different to anything else. And different in a way that really works.
Major trigger warnings needed especially for anyone that has been personally affected by domestic violence proceed with caution. I struggled with the first chapter in particular but after that I was okay.
But if you want a thriller that gives you all the answers by the middle of the book, then raises just as many questions, with a strong focus on character development and different reactions to tragedy and trauma this is definitely the book for you.
I find this book hard to compare to anything I’ve read before because it’s just so different to anything else. And different in a way that really works.
Major trigger warnings needed especially for anyone that has been personally affected by domestic violence proceed with caution. I struggled with the first chapter in particular but after that I was okay.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Murder
madlain's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
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
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Grief, Murder, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Infidelity and Misogyny
wimzie's review against another edition
mysterious
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Murder
elissas_reads's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Excellent suspense novel - the propulsive writing and fast pace pulled me in right away. It was an engaging approach to tell the story from multiple perspectives and the end surprised me.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, and Gaslighting
Minor: Death