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hauntedantiqueshop's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Misogyny, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Death of parent, Murder, and War
Moderate: Gun violence, Infidelity, Physical abuse, and Classism
Minor: Drug use, Incest, Police brutality, Trafficking, Pregnancy, Fire/Fire injury, and Alcohol
ktsdz's review against another edition
2.0
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Violence, Trafficking, Gaslighting, and Alcohol
laurenca's review against another edition
4.0
Graphic: Rape
Moderate: Trafficking
thatbookishgem's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Trafficking
chemistreadingonthejob's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Geiger is a spy thriller debut by Gustaf Skördeman. The story hooked me immediately when Agneta Broman, a 69 year old grandmother, recieves a phone call, hears a single word "Geiger", and with no hesitation shoots her husband Stellan dead. Agneta disappears, and a wild goose chase ensues. Sara Nowak, a Stockholm police officer in the prostitution unit, becomes involved in the investigation due to her childhood growing up with the Bromans. This investigation reveals connections between East Germany and Russian espionage, Agenta and her husband, and the truth about Sara's childhood.
What I found the most interesting about this story was Sara's passion for helping those stuck in the prostitution ring. At times she becomes unhinged at their fruitless efforts. This added so much substance to her personality and merged well with other themes of the book. I wish I could see more of Agneta's personality. It was like I was expected to believe she was some sort of sleeper agent her whole life and only cared about the mission. This lack of insight made the ending inexplicable. The rest of the cast is filled with unique personalities from varying backgrounds such as political figures, scientists, double agents, etc. There are some associations that took awhile for me to comprehend because I know next to nothing about German, Russian, or Swedish history and cultural references. A considerable amount about East Germany and Russian history was explained throughout. The initial captivation dissolved and the rest of the story bore on reluctantly. The plot was well designed and fascinating, but the complexity of the Cold War espionage was lost on me. There's alot about this book I still don't understand. In general, this was an interesting spy thriller but too complicated for me to completely appreciate. This was not a home run for me, but those that love spy thrillers and know alot about European history might enjoy this.
Thank you Netgalley and Grand Central Publishing for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.
Graphic: Child abuse, Sexual assault, and Trafficking