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katlinstirling_reads's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Well written, fast-paced and gripping but didn’t live up to my expectations. Written by a Brit but seemed very American. I’m angry with how this book ended, I am also angry with the fact the author didn’t include any trigger warnings, nor was there an mention on the fact that force yourself upon someone is wrong and rape! I am disgusted that this book made no mention that it isn’t ok. It’s not a thriller that will stand out for the right reasons.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Child abuse, Child death, Chronic illness, Cursing, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Infertility, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Pedophilia, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Terminal illness, Blood, Grief, Car accident, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, Alcohol, Sexual harassment, and Injury/Injury detail
siobhanward's review against another edition
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I'm beginning to think I might be burning out of thrillers. The premise of this one was fine but it felt like it was such a slow burn that nothing happened until the last 30 pages. There were just so many portions of the book that added nothing to the plot - not even red herrings, just random scenes that added nothing (Claire going back to work, details about the neighbours' lives, etc.). I'll still give it three stars, because when the end came, I was surprised by how it ended, which was nice at least.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Pedophilia