Reviews tagging 'Child death'

When by Victoria Laurie

5 reviews

taliatalksbooks's review

emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

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

4.0

When by Victoria Laurie was a quick and interesting read from the very first page. I really loved the concept, and though I felt like some of the scenes were a little extreme (specifically surrounding the investigation), it is definitely worth the read. This combined two of my favorite genres, scifi and murder mystery, which was even more exciting. I wish this book had leaned a little harder into the science fiction aspect (meaning, WHY does she see the dates?) but otherwise it was really entertaining while still addressing some heavy topics of alcoholism and mortality. Like I said, some of the interrogations felt really blown out of proportion, and the transition between them did few a little brisk, but I think overall this novel handled its pacing pretty well for the length. I think that this is a great YA read, and I would highly recommend checking this out if you’re a fan of murder mysteries especially.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Alcoholism, Addiction, Blood, Child death, Kidnapping, Police brutality, Alcohol, Death of parent, Gore, Grief, Murder, Bullying, and Injury/Injury detail

reads_madi_m's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

It was a good and intriguing book, but the plot was very hard to follow with so many side plots happening at once. Overall would recommend as a quick read.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Bullying, Drug abuse, Death, Child death, Addiction, and Alcoholism

Moderate: Death of parent

elisweets's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

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

4.25

Honestly, I read this book with-in a couple of hours. I didn’t even put it down. I always find concepts like this interesting… knowing when someone or yourself would die. Now, add that on top of a murder mystery filled with trauma and suspense, then all it is missing is a bow.
I personally didn’t know who the killer was until the author was ready for us to know, and I was so shocked. I didn’t even suspect them, which I loved. It was the person least suspected and showed how evil sometimes is really good at hiding. I also loved the fact that the author did a good job tying up all the loose ends. By the end I didn’t really have too many questions or concerns. Thoroughly enjoyed!!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Bullying, Child death, Child abuse, Death, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Stalking, and Violence

Moderate: Kidnapping, Medical content, and Fire/Fire injury

Minor: Cancer, Confinement, Gaslighting, Police brutality, and Panic attacks/disorders

theklutzybibliophile's review against another edition

dark emotional funny inspiring mysterious sad fast-paced

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

4.25

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction, Alcohol, Alcoholism, and Death

Moderate: Bullying, Child death, Death of parent, Grief, and Murder

Minor: Cancer, Fire/Fire injury, and Panic attacks/disorders

valyn_grebe's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-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

3.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Alcoholism and Death

Moderate: Blood, Bullying, Child death, Death of parent, Grief, Kidnapping, Medical content, Murder, Panic attacks/disorders, and Stalking

Minor: Cancer, Gun violence, Rape, Terminal illness, Torture, Violence, and Vomit