A review by laurenjodi
Fallen by Karin Slaughter
4.0
Fallen
4 Stars
In the aftermath of a deadly home invasion in which her mother is abducted, GBI agent Faith Mitchell is forced to confront some harsh truths about her own past and that of her parents. Soon Faith, together with her partner Will Trent and Dr. Sara Linton, begins to uncover a web of lies and deceit that goes back twenty years to a fateful decision that will change the lives of everyone involved forever.
With her excellent balance between fast-paced plotting and captivating character development, Karin Slaughter is a first-class writer.
While the eventual plot twist becomes quite obvious at a certain point, the mystery surrounding Evelyn Mitchell's kidnapping is engrossing and the investigation is action packed. However, it is the focus on Will's relationships with the women in his life that is the true highlight of the book. Whether it be standing up to Amanda's passive-aggressive intimidation, putting a stop to Angie's malicious machinations, solidifying his partnership with Faith, or taking the first tentative steps toward a significant relationship with Sara, Will is finally taking the necessary steps to secure the future that he wants for himself.
Speaking of Will and Sara's romance, their interactions are both charming and frustrating. It is obvious to one and all that they are a perfect match, yet they will have to overcome their own insecurities and inhibitions in order to truly be together.
All in all, a supremely satisfying read and I look forward to continuing on to the next one.
4 Stars
In the aftermath of a deadly home invasion in which her mother is abducted, GBI agent Faith Mitchell is forced to confront some harsh truths about her own past and that of her parents. Soon Faith, together with her partner Will Trent and Dr. Sara Linton, begins to uncover a web of lies and deceit that goes back twenty years to a fateful decision that will change the lives of everyone involved forever.
With her excellent balance between fast-paced plotting and captivating character development, Karin Slaughter is a first-class writer.
While the eventual plot twist becomes quite obvious at a certain point, the mystery surrounding Evelyn Mitchell's kidnapping is engrossing and the investigation is action packed. However, it is the focus on Will's relationships with the women in his life that is the true highlight of the book. Whether it be standing up to Amanda's passive-aggressive intimidation, putting a stop to Angie's malicious machinations, solidifying his partnership with Faith, or taking the first tentative steps toward a significant relationship with Sara, Will is finally taking the necessary steps to secure the future that he wants for himself.
Speaking of Will and Sara's romance, their interactions are both charming and frustrating. It is obvious to one and all that they are a perfect match, yet they will have to overcome their own insecurities and inhibitions in order to truly be together.
All in all, a supremely satisfying read and I look forward to continuing on to the next one.