A review by dylancampbell
Invasive Species by Joseph Wallace
2.0
I wanted to like this one, I really did - but from the very first pages, there was just something about it that didn't sit well with me. I found that whenever I was reading the book was gripping - the story is fast-paced and engaging - but once I put it down I didn't really feel the tug to pick it up again.
At times the story was thrilling but ultimately it did not live up to my expectations for a "terrifying new thriller" as advertised on its cover; nor was it especially unsettling or mind-bending as a quote on its back claims it is.
Despite the issues I had with the book it is clearly well-written - the characters are distinct and original (if somewhat flat) and the dialogue is written especially well. The plot is structured well.
At times the story was thrilling but ultimately it did not live up to my expectations for a "terrifying new thriller" as advertised on its cover; nor was it especially unsettling or mind-bending as a quote on its back claims it is.
Despite the issues I had with the book it is clearly well-written - the characters are distinct and original (if somewhat flat) and the dialogue is written especially well. The plot is structured well.