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taya's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
samfictiondistilling's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This one actually gave me a bit of anxiety. I enjoyed trying to guess who the antagonist was (I didn't guess it so that was well done) but the amount of times it was set up to frame someone else got a little overwhelming, to the point that I got a little frustrated. (Thinking back on this, this was clearly my anxiety presenting itself as frustrations which really...that's the point, the paranoia leaches out of the pages and gets into you)
I think the author did a brilliant job at portraying the paranoia and the uncertainty that is caused by these events. The Burnt Orchid sections were really good. I seem to be following a pattern of enjoying books within books. I'd love to read Burnt Orchid too.
Loved the ending, good pacing, a well told story (at least I hope it's just a story)
I think the author did a brilliant job at portraying the paranoia and the uncertainty that is caused by these events. The Burnt Orchid sections were really good. I seem to be following a pattern of enjoying books within books. I'd love to read Burnt Orchid too.
Loved the ending, good pacing, a well told story (at least I hope it's just a story)
lookatjimmy's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Thank-you to NetGalley, Grand Central Publishing, and Robyn Harding for the eARC.
I so wanted to like this one, but it was just not for me. I just found the main character so incredibly unlikeable that I genuinely just could not find it in myself to care about her in the least.
I will say, however, that I didn't guess the Big Reveal (I guessed a Little Reveal, but not the Main Reveal), which is honestly quite rare when I read a thriller.
All that being said, I think I know the type of audience that would actually quite enjoy this and know which customers to recommend this to.
I so wanted to like this one, but it was just not for me. I just found the main character so incredibly unlikeable that I genuinely just could not find it in myself to care about her in the least.
I will say, however, that I didn't guess the Big Reveal (I guessed a Little Reveal, but not the Main Reveal), which is honestly quite rare when I read a thriller.
All that being said, I think I know the type of audience that would actually quite enjoy this and know which customers to recommend this to.
justacatandabook's review
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Those darn book reviewers...
Meta books are always fun and Harding gives us a book within a book. School counselor Camryn Lane writes her first novel, but things quickly go wrong when she gets a bad review on a popular site (ahem), which feels incredibly personal, with ties to her personal life as a counselor. Soon her book is being bombarded with negative reviews and despite the advice from her team, Camryn wants to investigate and fight back.
What follows is a very tense story about the dangers of social media and what happens when you engage with trolls--but also how horrible people can be when they hide behind the anonymity of the Internet. Camryn's life is systematically broken apart, with online harassment, bullying, stalking, and much more. Before she knows it, they've infiltrated her relationships with her daughter, boyfriend, and friends. It would be admirable if it wasn't so terrifying. Harding does a good job of ratcheting up the tension; there are plenty of suspects, and it's a quick read trying to determine who wants to destroy Camryn.
This is a tense read, with plenty of dark and scary pieces, though it's not the type that feels like it will stick with the reader forever. There's always a sense that this sort of plot has been done before. Still, it's an enjoyable, quick thriller.
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley and Grand Central Publishing in return for an unbiased review
Meta books are always fun and Harding gives us a book within a book. School counselor Camryn Lane writes her first novel, but things quickly go wrong when she gets a bad review on a popular site (ahem), which feels incredibly personal, with ties to her personal life as a counselor. Soon her book is being bombarded with negative reviews and despite the advice from her team, Camryn wants to investigate and fight back.
What follows is a very tense story about the dangers of social media and what happens when you engage with trolls--but also how horrible people can be when they hide behind the anonymity of the Internet. Camryn's life is systematically broken apart, with online harassment, bullying, stalking, and much more. Before she knows it, they've infiltrated her relationships with her daughter, boyfriend, and friends. It would be admirable if it wasn't so terrifying. Harding does a good job of ratcheting up the tension; there are plenty of suspects, and it's a quick read trying to determine who wants to destroy Camryn.
This is a tense read, with plenty of dark and scary pieces, though it's not the type that feels like it will stick with the reader forever. There's always a sense that this sort of plot has been done before. Still, it's an enjoyable, quick thriller.
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley and Grand Central Publishing in return for an unbiased review
namitakhanna's review
5.0
Camryn's excitement upon the publication of her debut novel quickly turns to despair when accusations surface, alleging that her book is not a work of fiction but rather a retelling of a student's real-life tragedy. Thus starts the onslaught of online hate which plunges Camryn in a nightmare straining her relationships with her daughter and boyfriend, and jeopardizing her career as a high school counselor. Determined to uncover the person behind this malicious onslaught, Camryn refuses to rest until she finds out the truth.
The Haters by Robyn Harding is skillfully written, with characters that feel authentic and a plot rife with unexpected twists and turns. A gripping narrative of deception and betrayal, which left me hooked until the very end.
I would like to thank Grand Central Publishing & NetGalley for providing an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest and fair review.
The Haters by Robyn Harding is skillfully written, with characters that feel authentic and a plot rife with unexpected twists and turns. A gripping narrative of deception and betrayal, which left me hooked until the very end.
I would like to thank Grand Central Publishing & NetGalley for providing an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest and fair review.
alysonbookishthoughts's review
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Stalking
sarahquiring's review
4.0
"The Haters" is a gripping thriller that delves deep into the dark side of social media and the lengths individuals will go to safeguard their reputations. From beginning to end, the tension is palpable, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Thank you NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for sending this ARC for review consideration. All opinions are my own.
veritylowenreads's review
3.5
robyn harding is an author i’ll continue to auto-buy from. the plot is this book wasn’t my cup of tea, but it was well-written and well-executed.
pjosselyn's review
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? No
4.0
Camryn Lane is finally fulfilling her dream of becoming a writer and has published her first novel. She has a boyfriend, her daughter is proud, and her friends are excited. Then, Camryn receives an alarming email and gives her book a scathing review. Why does this person want to ruin her career and possibly her life? Is it someone she knows or just a jealous “fan”?
I was excited to get this since I loved The Drowning Woman and The Arrangement. Loved this one, too! It had me hooked from the first chapter. The characters were very well described and totally believable. It was also a “book within a book” as it contained chapters from the book that Camryn published. I was captivated by Camryn and her life and by who was causing her life to spiral out of control. The book was unpredictable and suspenseful, and I could not put it down until I found out who was harassing Camryn, and the ending was truly shocking!
This is a “must read”!
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