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throwback682's review against another edition
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
So I was not prepared for the subject matter. It was also copaganda which isn’t up my alley.
That being said, the narrator was excellent. The plot was really solid, the subplots were also good. The main character’s romantic relationships (past and present) were my least favorite part I think.
This is a murder mystery/crime drama/serial killer story but it’s also about racism in the South, grief, family stuff, religious trauma, and more. I think the writer is talented and smart.
Graphic: Alcoholism, Animal death, Cancer, Child abuse, Chronic illness, Death, Gun violence, Hate crime, Mental illness, Pedophilia, Racial slurs, Racism, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Mass/school shootings, Religious bigotry, Death of parent, Murder, Abandonment, and Alcohol
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, Confinement, Domestic abuse, Homophobia, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual violence, Slavery, Police brutality, Stalking, and Car accident
Minor: Sexual content, Excrement, and Vomit
The plot involves a sheriff’s department looking for a killer whovivlia's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexual violence, Violence, and Xenophobia
mlweih's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Child death, Racial slurs, Racism, Death of parent, and Murder
Moderate: Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Slavery, Torture, Religious bigotry, and Injury/Injury detail
takeaim's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Intense and riveting. Unforgettable, and too close to today's headlines. Please check trigger warnings. Despite the despicable crimes under investigation by a Black sheriff in a small Southern town, the author does not veer into gratuitous sensationalism. Nor does he glide over raw emotions in the face of unspeakable acts.
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Death, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Hate crime, Pedophilia, Racial slurs, Racism, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Violence, Grief, Mass/school shootings, and Murder
siobhanward's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
I had no idea what to expect going into this, but I was caught off-guard by how creepy and twisted it was. The plot was solid and Titus was a solid protagonist. My struggle with the book was that it felt like I was reading a book in the middle of a series, rather than a standalone novel. Characters came and went quickly, which made it feel like I was already supposed to be familiar with who they were and their context. Unfortunately, since this was a standalone, it mostly just meant that there were a lot of side characters that I was trying to keep track of and found myself not caring about at all, even when I should have.
However, apart from that, I really enjoyed the book and quite liked Cosby's style. There's at least a couple more of his books on the NYT notable books lists from the past five years and I'm looking forward to reading them.
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Racism, and Violence
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, Sexual violence, Police brutality, Kidnapping, and Mass/school shootings
ford_defect's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Gore, Gun violence, Hate crime, Pedophilia, Sexual violence, Violence, Blood, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Chronic illness, Drug abuse, and Genocide
bookworks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
Graphic: Pedophilia, Sexual violence, Torture, Mass/school shootings, and Murder
tiepilot_dandy's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Gun violence and Racism
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, and Sexual violence
lololovesthings's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Gripping, visceral, and profound, S.A. Cosby's "All the Sinners Bleed" is an absolute must-read. It is full of thrilling twists, bloody action, and important conversations about race, good versus evil, police brutality/necessity, religion, and the general direction in which our country is headed. It will keep you on the edge of your seat, and just when you think you know what will happen, Cosby yanks you in a different direction. I was enthralled and entranced by this book. This story is dripping with suspense and mystery and intrigue, and I loved every single minute of it. S.A. Cosby is an immensely talented writer, and I cannot wait to read what he writes next. Some readers might find this book too violent and bloody, but I think it serves a purpose and is integral to the plot. Adam Lazarre-White's voiceover narration is some of the best I have ever heard. His voice aids in making this book effective and potently powerful. Just tremendous work here all around.
Thank you to NetGalley, S.A. Cosby, and Macmillan Audio for the complimentary ALC of this book. All opinions are my own. I was not compensated for this review.
Graphic: Animal death, Child abuse, Child death, Death, Drug use, Gun violence, Pedophilia, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexual violence, Torture, Violence, and Murder
mysterymom40's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Graphic: Child death, Gore, Gun violence, Pedophilia, Racial slurs, Racism, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Grief, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Child abuse, Cursing, Drug use, Mental illness, Rape, Sexual violence, Slavery, Terminal illness, Xenophobia, Vomit, Medical trauma, Death of parent, and Alcohol
Minor: Sexual content and Fire/Fire injury