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klamstrakvr's review against another edition
dark
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Color me surprised that I’ve finally read a half-decent book in this series.
The intrigue is way more interesting than the previous ones and the challenge for Hunter doesn’t seem as artificial as they usually do. The switch is character dynamics, the introduction of something less formulaic and an attempt to explore the backstory and motivations of Hunter’s are doing this story a big favor.
All the usual issues remain but they are a bit more tolerable. I’m still waiting for Chris Carter to be able to process the idea of female characters not posing as decoration and actually contributing something to the story, though.
The intrigue is way more interesting than the previous ones and the challenge for Hunter doesn’t seem as artificial as they usually do. The switch is character dynamics, the introduction of something less formulaic and an attempt to explore the backstory and motivations of Hunter’s are doing this story a big favor.
All the usual issues remain but they are a bit more tolerable. I’m still waiting for Chris Carter to be able to process the idea of female characters not posing as decoration and actually contributing something to the story, though.
taste_column's review against another edition
challenging
dark
informative
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
silver_lining125's review against another edition
dark
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
littlehappyreads's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
rewacado's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Every chapter had me in a chokehold. Completely surreal.
celtic67's review against another edition
5.0
What can I say. Wow, Wow and Wow. Another incredible book from Mr. Carter. just when you think he's done it all he adds another twist. His books can be read as stand alones but are best read in order. So if you have not read Chris Carter grab a copy of The Crucifix Killer and welcome to the ride! Or any of his books, your choice.
infinitein's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0