This was incredibly addictive. The social elite misbehaving, perfectly timed summer suspense, a mysterious death, and phenomenal narration, all resultThis was incredibly addictive. The social elite misbehaving, perfectly timed summer suspense, a mysterious death, and phenomenal narration, all resulted in a book I made excuses to listen to!
So, if I loved it this much, why is it only 3 stars? Well, to be honest, I'm not sure how confident I am in that rating. I'd probably better estimate it to be around 4. I consumed the drama around Tennis and Infidelity; not to mention, this book opened a doorway to Domestic Thrillers that I have always kept locked shut. And now I need more... But it wasn't life changing writing and I have no idea if I'll ever read it again since it's not the kind of Mystery that ought to be given another gander. It's very straightforward and to-the-point.
This story honestly reminded me of Desperate Housewives from back in my early childhood days. My mom wouldn't let me watch it with her, something about it being too risque... Didn't someone die in that show too? Can't remember. But if you also watched that show or any Real Housewives of (Insert City), then this book should absolutely be your next read.
I'll be anxiously awaiting my library hold of Rosenblum's newest release, Very Bad Company which promises to be just as delightful dramatic. ...more
This book could've used a butcher knife. There was far, far, far, far, faaaaaaaaaar too much of a lull in the smack-dab-middle. There was such preciouThis book could've used a butcher knife. There was far, far, far, far, faaaaaaaaaar too much of a lull in the smack-dab-middle. There was such precious little happening that this book almost convinced me it had no death or suspense, like I fever-dreamed the synopsis. I initially assumed there would be some tragic tr@ffick!ng but luckily that didn't happen. Still, so much of the page count went to excursions, backstory galore, and interpersonal machinations of the dull variety. I think I blacked out because I would not be able to articulate what even happened during that time.
BUT. The ending. Ooooooo that ending. I'm glad I kept going since I straight up spent my hard-earned cash on the audiobook. I wouldn't say the hours were worth it, nor was the money worth it... Where was I going with this? Oh, yes. The ending saved me from immense displeasure as well as a total loss of my hourly wage. This is Summertime Suspense for readers who don't want to dive into an actual genre story.
Let's be clear, there are no killings that happen in this book like some might have you believe. This is no And Then There Were None, not by a longshot. That's why this book is categorized as Fiction, not Thriller. Adjusting expectations leads to a higher likelihood of positive experiences.
Did I buy the second book by St. John, The Siren? Why, yes. Did I buy it before actually reading this book? YEP. My position is not to be envied, that's for sure. Wish me luck......more
He’d probably say, in his estimation, that this girl was being irrational. I could assume this because I’d been her a few years ago, and that was3.5/5
He’d probably say, in his estimation, that this girl was being irrational. I could assume this because I’d been her a few years ago, and that was his favorite line to use on me. I was too emotional. What he meant was I had emotions that made him uncomfortable. Anger. Frustration. Rage.
It's been awhile since a book grabbed me from the first page and launched me out of a reading slump.
This is an excellent popcorn thriller! I read the entire book in less than 4 days after a month-and-a-half long reading slump.
Though I will say, I was expecting the death of a character to be (view spoiler)[Murder One with shocking violence and aggression, (hide spoiler)] but instead I got (view spoiler)[passive murder-by-negligence (hide spoiler)]. There was a lot I guessed early on, but I think when a book can keep you reading regardless of if you know what's coming, that's the mark of a good read.
Another story to add to my repertoire of Isolated, Closed-Circle Thrillers!...more
There is a pattern to these books that no one seems willing or courageous enough to break free from, so they become these very melodramatic, predictabThere is a pattern to these books that no one seems willing or courageous enough to break free from, so they become these very melodramatic, predictable thrillers commercialized to the point of lacking suspense or intrigue. ...more
I am glad I gave this book a second shot, or is it actually more like fourth or fifth by now… Anyway, I'm glad I stuck by it because I enjoyed ⭐️⭐️⭐️
I am glad I gave this book a second shot, or is it actually more like fourth or fifth by now… Anyway, I'm glad I stuck by it because I enjoyed it! The reveals, the rich people problems, the mystery of murderous motivation, I was thoroughly entertained!
I'm beginning to realize modern Murder Suspense is nearly the reverse image of classic Whodunnits. There isn't a detective working the case backward or even experiencing it all by coincidence firsthand.
This is a different creature altogether.
In Whodunnits we are nearly instantly told Who it is that died and How they actually perished (i.e Cause of Death, not to be confused with How they were killed), then the entire affair of investigation and mystery solving clears the air and unveils the reason for the Why and How it was done. The emphasis is placed on the How.
With Murder Suspense, the story primarily comes from the Who and the Why. We're told someone dies but we don't know Who, then we're taken on a wild journey that explains Why the victim was killed. Here, the emphasis is on the Who that died. The unveiling of the victim arrives just at the end as we have become very familiar with the Why.
I think by adjusting expectations going forward, I may just find myself enjoying more books in this genre. ...more
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