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A review by rachrreads
14 Ways to Die by Vincent Ralph
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
I received an eARC from the publisher via Netgalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Jessica (Jess) Simmons mother was killed when Jess was only seven years old. Her mother was the first of many victims to be murdered by the Magpie Man. Ten years later, the killer is still at large and no clues have been left behind. Jess applies to be on an internet reality show and is chosen as the star for Monday’s. Each week a camera crew follows her around, filming her every minute. Every text, email, tweet, etc. will be monitored by the producers.
Jess takes this as a chance to remind the whole world what the Magpie Man did to her mother in the hopes that someone will come forward with a clue. Each week Jess delves deeper into the clues and receives many threats along the way. The Magpie Man is watching and he doesn’t like the attention she’s bringing his way. Will the man finally be caught or will Jess become another one of his victims?
This book is perfect for fans of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder. There is suspense and mystery at every page turn. I also thoroughly enjoyed the short chapters, as it makes the book seem to go by faster. I found myself thinking in the beginning I had the story ending figured out, but I definitely was surprised by the end. This was a stunning debut novel and I highly recommend you pick it up this upcoming week when it releases!
Jessica (Jess) Simmons mother was killed when Jess was only seven years old. Her mother was the first of many victims to be murdered by the Magpie Man. Ten years later, the killer is still at large and no clues have been left behind. Jess applies to be on an internet reality show and is chosen as the star for Monday’s. Each week a camera crew follows her around, filming her every minute. Every text, email, tweet, etc. will be monitored by the producers.
Jess takes this as a chance to remind the whole world what the Magpie Man did to her mother in the hopes that someone will come forward with a clue. Each week Jess delves deeper into the clues and receives many threats along the way. The Magpie Man is watching and he doesn’t like the attention she’s bringing his way. Will the man finally be caught or will Jess become another one of his victims?
This book is perfect for fans of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder. There is suspense and mystery at every page turn. I also thoroughly enjoyed the short chapters, as it makes the book seem to go by faster. I found myself thinking in the beginning I had the story ending figured out, but I definitely was surprised by the end. This was a stunning debut novel and I highly recommend you pick it up this upcoming week when it releases!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Body horror, Bullying, Death, Gore, Violence, Blood, Grief, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, and Murder
Moderate: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Vomit, and Stalking