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The Nesting by C.J. Cooke

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kristychown's review against another edition

5.0

I will simply say that CJ Cooke is a new author for me who does not disappoint. Her books easily create ominous, magical landscapes, suspenseful atmosphere, and characters that grip you. I first read lighthouse witches and love how she leans into lore and myth, links to natural elements, and flips between past and present. I intend to read all her materials!

michelle_m524's review against another edition

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dark mysterious sad tense medium-paced

4.0

mshultz89's review against another edition

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challenging dark sad medium-paced

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

4.0

This book in a way is hard to describe. I felt like it was the embodiment of when someone describes fighting your own demons in regards to depression. Then add in the legitimate scary parts and nature fighting back against the damage humans do to it. It was a lot, but I flew through it. Great writing that flowed really well. My only thing was all the architecture talk. It got a little boring for me personally.

meganmonique's review against another edition

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4.0

When a chance opportunity arises, Lexi travels to Norway and takes a job as a nanny to two young girls. The girls lost their mother, Aurelia, to suicide only a few months prior, and their father is determined to finish building their dream house in her honor, overlooking the very same fjord where she took her own life. Soon, Lexi begins to realize things might not be what they seem. She begins to notice mysterious footprints, one of the children talks of seeing the "Sad Lady," and one day Aurelia's diary is placed in her room. Did Aurelia really kill herself, or are they all in danger from something more sinister....

The gothic atmosphere, slow build, and inclusion of Nordic folklore tied together beautifully for a thrilling read. The story follows dual timelines, showing the parallels between Lexi's experiences and what happened to Aurelia to lead her to her terrible fate. Overall very well done.

ihateprozac's review against another edition

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2.0

This shit was so boring, devoid of tension, and unsatisfying. I’m mad I didn’t DNF it but I just really hoped it would get better.

Imagine setting a book in Norway and not having any atmosphere