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ashleycmms's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- 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
4.0
Graphic: Death of parent, Death, Gun violence, Murder, and Blood
Minor: Suicide
kwaeisig's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- 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
4.5
I think this story was an easy mystery to ease my mind with at the end of a long day (I work a lot so it took me way longer than necessary and the book can be finished in one sitting/day honestly).
I do believe that the book ended ABRUPTLY! I yearn for more insight on the support characters of Leroy, April, Ms. Hannah, etc. even learn what happened to Maddy’s (main character) neighbors, the bakery, Maddy’s relationship with Michael, Baby, & Maddy’s relationship with her father, The Admiral.
Though the mystery was “solved” there still MANY unanswered questions at the end about motive, who did what, and why they did what they did.
I did enjoy Maddy’s development from beginning to end and could see parts of myself in her character. The book definitely takes you on a wild ride and I enjoyed it 100%.
I do believe that the book ended ABRUPTLY! I yearn for more insight on the support characters of Leroy, April, Ms. Hannah, etc. even learn what happened to Maddy’s (main character) neighbors, the bakery, Maddy’s relationship with Michael, Baby, & Maddy’s relationship with her father, The Admiral.
Though the mystery was “solved” there still MANY unanswered questions at the end about motive, who did what, and why they did what they did.
I did enjoy Maddy’s development from beginning to end and could see parts of myself in her character. The book definitely takes you on a wild ride and I enjoyed it 100%.
Graphic: Suicide, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Gun violence, Medical trauma, and Kidnapping
Minor: Alcohol and Animal cruelty
There are some moments where you’re on the edge of your seat, but nothing too graphic.crazy_cat_lady_trainee's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I really enjoyed this book and can’t wait for the next book that follows! Watching this character grow from when we first meet her to the very end was enjoyable to read as I didn’t think I’d like her! Being someone from the area that this book is based was a treat as well. It was like adventuring in my own backyard. Baby is a sweetheart and the twists and turns in this book made it a turner!
Graphic: Suicide and Gun violence
Moderate: Sexual harassment and Dementia
Minor: Animal cruelty
uranaishi's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Moderate: Fire/Fire injury, Suicidal thoughts, Murder, Suicide, Blood, Death, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Kidnapping, Medical content, Suicide attempt, Classism, Death of parent, Self harm, Violence, and Dementia
Minor: Alcohol and Animal cruelty
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