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3.58 AVERAGE
3.58 AVERAGE
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I cannot give this book a review as I was listening to the audiobook version and could not get past the narration. The narrator made a lot of wet mouth sounds and could be very breathy and it distracted from the book. I’ll definitely return to this book, but it’ll have to be in print not audio.
adventurous
mysterious
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
Triple combo read: well developed characters, engaging narration, and perfect mix of twists.
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
If you’ve ever watched the movie, The Visit, where nothing is what it seems, you can’t quite pinpoint what the creepy factor is, something’s quite off that you’re squirming in your seat a lil bit, and then in a blink it all falls together and you exclaim “ohhhhh shitttt”-that’s this book. Original for sure and a thrill to find out I can still be stumped by a book.
Wow! This was another page turner! Daphne goes on a week long couples retreat with her amazing fiancé to help him overcome his violent nightmares. Things quickly go from a little strange to downright terrifying very quickly!!
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Read this review and more on my blog at [Roxie Writes].
‘Every Single Secret’ by Emily Carpenter
⭐️⭐️⭐️ 3/5
Finished on September 8, 2018
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BOOK DESCRIPTION:
Daphne Amos guards her emotions like a vault, but when she meets Heath she believes she’s found her kindred spirit. Both of them keep their pasts hidden, even from each other, but Heath’s increasingly violent nightmares put a strain on their lives and their relationship. Heath insists the two of them attend a week-long couples retreat with Dr. Matthew Cerny. Cerny is renowned for getting to the bottom of people’s repressed memories. Daphne does not want to attend, but it’s that or lose Heath forever.
The retreat’s isolated and forbidding location increases her unease, as do the doctor’s rules: they must relinquish their keys and phones, they’ll be monitored at all hours by hidden cameras, and they’re never to socialize with the other guests.
Soon, Daphne discovers the retreat is not what it seems and neither are Heath’s secrets.
MY REVIEW:
This is a fun, quick read.
Set in the south, the characters felt familiar to me.
I particularly liked Daphne’s story. I think it, in itself, could have made a compelling novel. The overarching narrative between she and Heath was interesting, but it wasn’t the highlight of this book for me. In fact, at some points, it felt like shock for shock’s value which is not something I care much for in my horror/thrillers. The novel’s climax was not predictable, but what it led to was.
That being said, it’s still an enjoyable read. Carpenter’s writing is crisp and concise, and she’s created intriguing characters. I only wish the story had been more about Daphne and less about Heath.
‘Every Single Secret’ by Emily Carpenter
⭐️⭐️⭐️ 3/5
Finished on September 8, 2018
Read with Kindle Unlimited Subscription
FREE on Kindle Unlimited | $4.99 on Kindle | $10.37 in Paperback | $1.99 on Audible
BOOK DESCRIPTION:
Daphne Amos guards her emotions like a vault, but when she meets Heath she believes she’s found her kindred spirit. Both of them keep their pasts hidden, even from each other, but Heath’s increasingly violent nightmares put a strain on their lives and their relationship. Heath insists the two of them attend a week-long couples retreat with Dr. Matthew Cerny. Cerny is renowned for getting to the bottom of people’s repressed memories. Daphne does not want to attend, but it’s that or lose Heath forever.
The retreat’s isolated and forbidding location increases her unease, as do the doctor’s rules: they must relinquish their keys and phones, they’ll be monitored at all hours by hidden cameras, and they’re never to socialize with the other guests.
Soon, Daphne discovers the retreat is not what it seems and neither are Heath’s secrets.
MY REVIEW:
This is a fun, quick read.
Set in the south, the characters felt familiar to me.
I particularly liked Daphne’s story. I think it, in itself, could have made a compelling novel. The overarching narrative between she and Heath was interesting, but it wasn’t the highlight of this book for me. In fact, at some points, it felt like shock for shock’s value which is not something I care much for in my horror/thrillers. The novel’s climax was not predictable, but what it led to was.
That being said, it’s still an enjoyable read. Carpenter’s writing is crisp and concise, and she’s created intriguing characters. I only wish the story had been more about Daphne and less about Heath.
I truly enjoyed this book and couldn't put it down. I don't like when I can guess the ending of a book halfway through, and I am happy to say I was unable to for this read! I felt connected to the story and just had to know what came next. Although a piece of the ending was just a hair cheesy, I was still very pleased with the book. Would read again to see if there was any details I missed.