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joeypop's review against another edition
5.0
So good, so many wtf’s and twists. Lowkey didn’t see it coming, lowkey saw it coming. Would still recommend this novel to a murder mystery fan. Its a nail-biter for sure.
nicolebonia's review against another edition
3.0
The interesting thing about Just What Kind of Mother Are You? is that Lisa Kallisto’s lapse in attention doesn’t bring about tragedy for her own child, but instead for one of her friend’s children. Daly writes in an easy and straightforward manner, and throws in quite a few surprises as Lisa’s emotional state runs the gamut between guilt, shame and the desire to escape the spotlight and responsibility. I really liked the dynamics of the friendship Daly showed in the relationship between Lisa and Kate – the friction that can arise when women of different socioeconomic backgrounds attempt a friendship, Lisa’s relationship with her husband, and her dissatisfaction with their lives. I also enjoyed the looks into the investigating detective’s life. The novel is a portrait of life in this small town. My only nagging issue is the lack of tension I felt throughout most of the book, but I can’t quite out my finger on why that was. Still, and enjoyable mystery.
kbranfield's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars. Paula Daly’s debut novel, Just What Kind of Mother Are You? is an intricately plotted and riveting novel about a parents’ worst nightmare-a missing (and presumed kidnapped) child. This suspense laden thriller will keep readers glued to the edge of their seats as the investigation into Lucinda Riverty’s disappearance unfolds.
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janicerm79's review against another edition
5.0
Hit me right on the gut. Lately I've felt that if it's not in my calendar is not happening. And sometimes I can't shake the feeling that I'm forgetting something. What if...? This book hits home with trying to keep it all sorted and taking it to the worst level.
ladynutbarreads's review against another edition
4.0
Really cool, lots of twists...kept me guessing!!
myrdyr's review against another edition
4.0
3.5/5 stars. A quick, easy, engaging read. It loses .5 stars because of the many unnecessary and pointless details in the book, and the weak ending.
carlyshafer13's review against another edition
mysterious
slow-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
3.0
toadandtoadette's review against another edition
2.0
potential
This book has a great storyline and so much potential. But some of the character building is unnecessary and does not benefit the plot at all. There are comments made that feel like the author just needed a space to make the jabs everyone says in their head be heard. Again, great plot with lots of potential. I suggest you give it a try. You may like it.
This book has a great storyline and so much potential. But some of the character building is unnecessary and does not benefit the plot at all. There are comments made that feel like the author just needed a space to make the jabs everyone says in their head be heard. Again, great plot with lots of potential. I suggest you give it a try. You may like it.