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The Venue, by T.J. Payne

wendyreads's review

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adventurous dark funny 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? No

3.0

beccamont96's review

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dark mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix

5.0

xcirkus's review

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dark emotional medium-paced

3.0

breannadawn's review

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dark tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? N/A
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

aparker9514's review

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dark tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

m3l89's review

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1.0

I thought the plot of The Venue was such a good idea, but for me, the follow-through didn't quite hit the mark. I think the book would come across more coherently on the screen as opposed to the page. I found the characters to be inconsistent in their actions and particularly their dialogue, for example Amy speaking to Caleb could have been a completely different person to when she was speaking to other characters.

lulu365's review against another edition

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4.0

*Side-eyeing this entire book!! *

This is what happens with people with money don’t deal with pass traumas. Lol. Therapy is ok! There is nothing wrong with seeking help!

elletownz's review

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5.0

best book i’ve read in a hot minute. i couldn’t stop reading & i feel a little disturbed by some of the descriptions

shanes_books's review

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dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

this was such a unique concept and i was gripped from the start. a film adaption of this would be incredible. for better or for worse, every scene played vividly in my head. it would of been a 5 star without that epilogue, and the quote about the sign at the end completely took me out of the story. it’s a funny quote though…

kate_reads_books's review

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5.0

This is my second T.J Payne novel this year. I have also read Intercepts which I really enjoyed (rated 4*)
I absolutely loved this book. The plot is so unique, exciting and kinda messed up but in the best way. I haven't read anything with this kind of story line before. This plot would make a really cool movie.
Everything that happens in this story is so faced paced and suspenseful. It hooked me and I couldn't put this book down. 
Spoiler the whole premise of wanting revenge on all the people who wronged you is fucked up and pathetic lol. I hated the bride & groom for their whiney,pity party. High school sucks, get over it.

This book is kinda violent so if you aren't into that kinda thing, including some graphic portrayals of death and injuries, give this one a miss! 
I could say so much about the plot but I don't want to spoil it.  You should read this book.