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emmasrambles's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
I did really enjoy this but I have a lot of thoughts! The blurb doesn't REALLY describe the vibe of the book but I can't really explain why without going into spoilers. There were a lot of characters, all of whom I enjoyed reading (everyone was supremely flawed, love it) but we only got the POV of two of the six main teenagers. I guessed one of the main conclusions really early on but I wonder if I would have been left guessing if there had been a wider spread of viewpoints.
I would recommend to anyone who enjoys a mystery book but with the proviso that it is YA and therefore much easier to read with less twists than an adult mystery book. I hadn't realised it was YA before I read it so I was reading WAY too much into every little detail! I didn't trust a single thing any character said 🤣
I would recommend to anyone who enjoys a mystery book but with the proviso that it is YA and therefore much easier to read with less twists than an adult mystery book. I hadn't realised it was YA before I read it so I was reading WAY too much into every little detail! I didn't trust a single thing any character said 🤣
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Kidnapping, and Alcohol
librariangeorgia's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Kidnapping, and Death of parent
Minor: Bullying, Confinement, and Suicidal thoughts
sophiesmallhands's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I’m not usually a big thriller reader but once I started this bad boi, I knew it was going to be a “one-sitting” read. There a multiple intricacies and with-held secrets between the six friends and every chapter seemed to end with another unanswered question that kept the pace cracking.
That said, even though I knew the story was meant to be a short, stand-alone thriller, I wanted a little more from the story and character interactions. The story is told through two of the friend’s POVs, and while these contrasting perspectives played a part in stirring the drama, a lot of the crises while being marooned on an abandoned island came from the relationship drama between the friends. It felt like the island setting was only depicted in broad strokes where it could have been utilised more to amp up the tension.
Despite this, the ending took me by surprise and I had a great “a-ha!” moment when it was revealed. If you’re looking for a short and sweet thriller, then this is ya boi! My thanks to HQstories for sending me a copy in exchange for an honest review.
That said, even though I knew the story was meant to be a short, stand-alone thriller, I wanted a little more from the story and character interactions. The story is told through two of the friend’s POVs, and while these contrasting perspectives played a part in stirring the drama, a lot of the crises while being marooned on an abandoned island came from the relationship drama between the friends. It felt like the island setting was only depicted in broad strokes where it could have been utilised more to amp up the tension.
Despite this, the ending took me by surprise and I had a great “a-ha!” moment when it was revealed. If you’re looking for a short and sweet thriller, then this is ya boi! My thanks to HQstories for sending me a copy in exchange for an honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
lisasf2f04's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Animal death, Bullying, Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Kidnapping, and Grief