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keppyboone's review
3.0
My rating system:
***** This book is being added to my "favorite reads" list, and I will recommend it to everyone
**** This book is better than average in at least one area, and I highly recommend it
*** This is a perfectly adequate book that I enjoyed, and recommend it
** This book did not meet my expectations in at least two or more areas, and I only would recommend with hesitation
* This book did not appeal to me at all, and I would not recommend it
Just as Renee Thornton attempts to take her own life by jumping into Bradford Lake, known locally as the infamous "Suicide Lake", she discovers a body of a woman under the surface of the water. Will Renee be able to overcome her own personal demons as she struggles to survive in a town full of lies, deceit and mystery?
I enjoyed this audiobook because of the many twists and unexpected turns the plot takes, just as one conflict seems to be resolved, something unexpected happens that makes the reader reevaluate what will happen next. I would consider this a good choice for anyone who enjoys a short suspense thriller.
The story would have been better for me if the conflict with the mayor had not seemed so rushed in the beginning. It felt as though no rational background or reasoning was given for Renee's immediate trepidation and skepticism of him. As the story unfolds, it is discovered these fears were indeed rational, but there was not enough foreshadowing to justify her initial response toward him.
Potentially Offensive Content:
Sex - consensual intercourse between two unmarried people, threats of sexual violence, sexual activity involving a man with two women
Violence - domestic violence against women, multiple murders, suicide, woman is beaten by two men
Language - I did not keep a tally, but the there were many swear words and other potentially offensive language sprinkled throughout the entire book. The "F" word is used multiple times.
I especially enjoyed all of the twists and turns this plot takes, the story keeps the reader guessing until the very end. I also felt the book was very strong in the area of character development and growth regarding Renee, especially. At the end of the book, she is most definitely not the hopeless, suicidal, desperate woman she is at the beginning.
Sara Morley did a fantastic job narrating this audiobook. Her voice perfectly captured the age and tone I would have imagined Renee to possess.
"The water holds dark secrets meant to remain hidden"
"This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of AudiobookBoom.com."
***** This book is being added to my "favorite reads" list, and I will recommend it to everyone
**** This book is better than average in at least one area, and I highly recommend it
*** This is a perfectly adequate book that I enjoyed, and recommend it
** This book did not meet my expectations in at least two or more areas, and I only would recommend with hesitation
* This book did not appeal to me at all, and I would not recommend it
Just as Renee Thornton attempts to take her own life by jumping into Bradford Lake, known locally as the infamous "Suicide Lake", she discovers a body of a woman under the surface of the water. Will Renee be able to overcome her own personal demons as she struggles to survive in a town full of lies, deceit and mystery?
I enjoyed this audiobook because of the many twists and unexpected turns the plot takes, just as one conflict seems to be resolved, something unexpected happens that makes the reader reevaluate what will happen next. I would consider this a good choice for anyone who enjoys a short suspense thriller.
The story would have been better for me if the conflict with the mayor had not seemed so rushed in the beginning. It felt as though no rational background or reasoning was given for Renee's immediate trepidation and skepticism of him. As the story unfolds, it is discovered these fears were indeed rational, but there was not enough foreshadowing to justify her initial response toward him.
Potentially Offensive Content:
Sex - consensual intercourse between two unmarried people, threats of sexual violence, sexual activity involving a man with two women
Violence - domestic violence against women, multiple murders, suicide, woman is beaten by two men
Language - I did not keep a tally, but the there were many swear words and other potentially offensive language sprinkled throughout the entire book. The "F" word is used multiple times.
I especially enjoyed all of the twists and turns this plot takes, the story keeps the reader guessing until the very end. I also felt the book was very strong in the area of character development and growth regarding Renee, especially. At the end of the book, she is most definitely not the hopeless, suicidal, desperate woman she is at the beginning.
Sara Morley did a fantastic job narrating this audiobook. Her voice perfectly captured the age and tone I would have imagined Renee to possess.
"The water holds dark secrets meant to remain hidden"
"This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of AudiobookBoom.com."
petra_reads's review
5.0
My original Suicide Lake audiobook review and many others can be found at Audiobook Reviewer.
Renee has lost all hope, and considering all the things life had thrown at her, it was very easy to sympathize with her. But just when she decides to end it all at the local spot known as ‘Suicide Lake’, she discovers a woman’s body in the water, and soon Renee becomes deeply engrossed in a maze of betrayal and deceit.
As a romance begins to blossom between Renee and deputy sheriff Cliff, Renee slowly starts to believe that perhaps there could be a more promising future ahead for her. But in a corrupt town full of secrets, Renee’s life is threatened once more, and she has to face up to her own problematic past.
Suicide Lake was a suspenseful and very entertaining small town mystery with lots of unexpected twists and witty sarcasm. Although a relatively short story, the characters were fully fleshed out, and in particular, the protagonist, Renee, was characterized superbly. You couldn’t help but feel everything she was feeling. Ms. Fontainne managed to trick me once more as I was trusting the wrong character. I just love how you can never predict what it is going to happen in Ashley Fontainne’s stories. She gets me every time.
Sara Morsey was a perfect fit for the narration of this audiobook. She embodied the character of Renee just right and kept all the other characters distinct with a range of different, suitable voices. She is just great at getting across the entire Southern flair, which makes the setting and the characters seem so real. There were no issues with the production.
I would highly recommend Suicide Lake if you enjoy thrilling mysteries with a hint of romance and an intriguing small town setting where nothing is as it seems.
Audiobook provided for review by the audiobookreviewer.com
Renee has lost all hope, and considering all the things life had thrown at her, it was very easy to sympathize with her. But just when she decides to end it all at the local spot known as ‘Suicide Lake’, she discovers a woman’s body in the water, and soon Renee becomes deeply engrossed in a maze of betrayal and deceit.
As a romance begins to blossom between Renee and deputy sheriff Cliff, Renee slowly starts to believe that perhaps there could be a more promising future ahead for her. But in a corrupt town full of secrets, Renee’s life is threatened once more, and she has to face up to her own problematic past.
Suicide Lake was a suspenseful and very entertaining small town mystery with lots of unexpected twists and witty sarcasm. Although a relatively short story, the characters were fully fleshed out, and in particular, the protagonist, Renee, was characterized superbly. You couldn’t help but feel everything she was feeling. Ms. Fontainne managed to trick me once more as I was trusting the wrong character. I just love how you can never predict what it is going to happen in Ashley Fontainne’s stories. She gets me every time.
Sara Morsey was a perfect fit for the narration of this audiobook. She embodied the character of Renee just right and kept all the other characters distinct with a range of different, suitable voices. She is just great at getting across the entire Southern flair, which makes the setting and the characters seem so real. There were no issues with the production.
I would highly recommend Suicide Lake if you enjoy thrilling mysteries with a hint of romance and an intriguing small town setting where nothing is as it seems.
Audiobook provided for review by the audiobookreviewer.com
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