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grn_flwr's review
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.75
spowers2627's review against another edition
5.0
Holy Smokes!
This story was a perfect slow burn, following a twisted trail of secrets and lies, leading up to an unexpected explosive ending that blew me away.
Carly Moore is my favorite kind of heroine! She sees beyond the surface and looks for the truth of the situation, even when it leads her directly into danger. While she hasn't been in Drum even a full year yet, she has become invested in the people and the community. Unfortunately, in a town that has been beaten down like Drum, Carly's charitable actions only seem to build more distrust between her and the town-folk. Carly is working to bring down the man who threatened to reveal her past, but with trust issues of her own, she's questioning everything and everyone.
I loved everything about this book! I cannot wait until Carly's next book in June.
This story was a perfect slow burn, following a twisted trail of secrets and lies, leading up to an unexpected explosive ending that blew me away.
Carly Moore is my favorite kind of heroine! She sees beyond the surface and looks for the truth of the situation, even when it leads her directly into danger. While she hasn't been in Drum even a full year yet, she has become invested in the people and the community. Unfortunately, in a town that has been beaten down like Drum, Carly's charitable actions only seem to build more distrust between her and the town-folk. Carly is working to bring down the man who threatened to reveal her past, but with trust issues of her own, she's questioning everything and everyone.
I loved everything about this book! I cannot wait until Carly's next book in June.
cloudedsulphur's review
5.0
I love that the story progressed, but it included some additional plot line. You can tell that there will be a showdown soon between Carly and the Bart. Plus the romance between Carly and Marco is fantastic!
rfwads's review
mysterious
3.0
I love everything (well almost everything) that Denise Grover Swank writes. So it pains me to rate Buried in Secrets three stars and not give it the usual four or five-star rating that Denise and her books deserve.
When comparing Buried in Secrets to the rest of the books in the Carly Moore series, I was left disappointed, bored, and a little frustrated. I felt that this book sort of stalled the series and in my opinion was a fluff piece. Knowing that there are only three more books left in the series, leaves me a little concerned that Carly will not be able to achieve her goals of taking down Bart Drummond and her father. Buried in Secrets didn't provide Carly with any clearer directions on where to go next nor is she any closer to accomplishing her goals. Instead, she was left with more unanswered questions.
After reading Burind in Secrets I'm worried that Denise is going to rush the next three books and end up with a sloppy ending, just to have Carly meet her goals.
The one positive thing to come out of Buried in Secrets is Carly and Marco's relationship. I'm ecstatic that Carly and Marco have finally decided to take their relationship to the next level. Carly deserves to be happy, and it's very obvious that Marco is the perfect fit for her.
While I have been enjoying the Carly Moore series, Buried in Secrets was definitely a letdown for me. I wouldn't recommend skipping it, because there are some pivotal moments throughout the book, but be mindful when reading it.
****
In Buried in Secrets, Carly finds herself back in the middle of Drummond's family drama. As she continues to dig deeper into Bart Drummond's life, she can't help but believe that one of her customers fulfilled an infamous "favor" for Bart and killed a man in cold blood. Carly is certain that Bart is behind this kill and she intends to prove it. But as usual, the deeper Carly digs into Bart and his past, the more at risk she is of putting herself and her loved ones.
When comparing Buried in Secrets to the rest of the books in the Carly Moore series, I was left disappointed, bored, and a little frustrated. I felt that this book sort of stalled the series and in my opinion was a fluff piece. Knowing that there are only three more books left in the series, leaves me a little concerned that Carly will not be able to achieve her goals of taking down Bart Drummond and her father. Buried in Secrets didn't provide Carly with any clearer directions on where to go next nor is she any closer to accomplishing her goals. Instead, she was left with more unanswered questions.
After reading Burind in Secrets I'm worried that Denise is going to rush the next three books and end up with a sloppy ending, just to have Carly meet her goals.
The one positive thing to come out of Buried in Secrets is Carly and Marco's relationship. I'm ecstatic that Carly and Marco have finally decided to take their relationship to the next level. Carly deserves to be happy, and it's very obvious that Marco is the perfect fit for her.
While I have been enjoying the Carly Moore series, Buried in Secrets was definitely a letdown for me. I wouldn't recommend skipping it, because there are some pivotal moments throughout the book, but be mindful when reading it.
****
In Buried in Secrets, Carly finds herself back in the middle of Drummond's family drama. As she continues to dig deeper into Bart Drummond's life, she can't help but believe that one of her customers fulfilled an infamous "favor" for Bart and killed a man in cold blood. Carly is certain that Bart is behind this kill and she intends to prove it. But as usual, the deeper Carly digs into Bart and his past, the more at risk she is of putting herself and her loved ones.
angelastl's review against another edition
4.0
Carly definitely has a back bone. She’s so different than how she was in the Rose series. Tons of twists and turns in this one. Love Marco. But I think Carly is in over her head.
anintrovertreads's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
mempereur's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Not my favorite in the series but the cliffhanger at the end has me excited for book 5! In book 4 you can expect to read more romance…this was the most emotional one so far. The investigation this time leads to an unexpected and disturbing end, which also gives a nod to conservative controversy (don’t want to spoil it).
hannah109's review
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
angelmyangel's review
5.0
Absolutely wonderfully written! The Carly Moore series just keeps getting better and better. If I could give this book ten stars, I would. If you want a mystery that keeps you guessing until the very end, this is the perfect book.
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