enhtie's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
This book is criminally underrated, the twists are amazing. Can’t recommend enough - first time reading Mark Roberts and will definitely not be the last. Only minor issue was the looser plot around the character Lucien I’d maybe want handled a bit better but still really good over all :-)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Body horror, Death, Infidelity, Injury/Injury detail, Pedophilia, Sexual assault, Abandonment, Gore, Grief, Murder, Rape, Blood, Cancer, Child abuse, Torture, Violence, Racial slurs, Sexual violence, Terminal illness, and Vomit
rachyc85's review against another edition
5.0
The Day of the Dead is my first experience of the talented Mark Roberts, and what an experience it was! Described as 'intricate and fast-paced' it is everything a modern day thriller should be.
Spread over three intense action-packed days, it seems like weeks have passed since the beginning. Roberts' attention to detail and character depth is phenomenal, bringing an entirely believable story to life in spectacular fashion. The running theme of 'neither one thing, nor another' is as fresh and current as it is confusing and keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Full of unexpected twists, just when you think you may have a clue what is going on, the rug is swept from under your feet and chaos descends once more.
Genuinely one of the best serial killer thrillers I have read this year, I am looking forward to reading more from Mark Roberts.
Spread over three intense action-packed days, it seems like weeks have passed since the beginning. Roberts' attention to detail and character depth is phenomenal, bringing an entirely believable story to life in spectacular fashion. The running theme of 'neither one thing, nor another' is as fresh and current as it is confusing and keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Full of unexpected twists, just when you think you may have a clue what is going on, the rug is swept from under your feet and chaos descends once more.
Genuinely one of the best serial killer thrillers I have read this year, I am looking forward to reading more from Mark Roberts.
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