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ambersbakesandbooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Graphic: Kidnapping
Moderate: Pedophilia, Sexual assault, Torture, Rape, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, and Adult/minor relationship
Minor: Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Death of parent, Miscarriage, and Addiction
lisa_butler79's review against another edition
- 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
5.0
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This book has been on my shelves for ages. I've put off reading as I forgot what it was about and thought the cover was boring. Never judge a book by the cover. When my random spin app chose this book as my next read and I read the synopsis I was excited and this book did not disappoint.
This book drew me in from the first line and I couldn't stop reading. I had to devour each short chapter to find out what happened next whilst also taking a break from the shock value too.
Lily was kidnapped at the age of 16 and held hostage for 8 years. The story doesn't start here it starts with her escape and the repercussions for all involved. It's told from the point of view of multiple people not just Lily but her twin sister Abby, her mom Eve and even the man who kept her captive Rick.
It's a story of loss, love, survival and trauma. I experienced a huge number of emotions myself reading this novel. I thoroughly enjoyed the discussion of the family dynamics as each person finds a way to cope with the crime and its aftermath for all involved. The writing was powerful and emotive without ever being overly emotional and repetitive. I highly recommend this book for a thriller with a difference.
Graphic: Sexual violence, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, Rape, Violence, Torture, Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, Sexual assault, Miscarriage, Mental illness, Forced institutionalization, Emotional abuse, Kidnapping, Death, and Injury/Injury detail
bookskatlikes's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I did get distracted, especially at the beginning of the book. It definitely picked up half way through and overall it was a solid read.
The "big twist" didn't surprise me, but I liked how it ended.
Lots of trigger warnings though, including mentions of rape, abduction, abuse, infidelity, suicide and murder.
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Kidnapping, Rape, Infidelity, Physical abuse, and Suicide
thee_eclectic_eccentric's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Physical abuse, Child abuse, Kidnapping, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Suicide, Miscarriage, and Murder
thenovelmaura's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Anyway, I understand why people were disappointed by the surface-level descriptions here. Overton is a television writer and it shows, because the characters feel more like roles than actual people, especially Lily's angelic daughter, Sky. They also reveal the identity of Lily's kidnapper and take him into custody very quickly, so there isn't much suspense there. I'm giving it three stars because it was a quick read, I liked all the side secrets and drama, and I really enjoyed the ending. But sadly, I do think thriller fans have other, probably better, options to choose from.
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Sexual assault, Pedophilia, and Kidnapping
Moderate: Body shaming and Sexual violence
zoecrook's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
Graphic: Death, Emotional abuse, Violence, Rape, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, and Kidnapping
Moderate: Abortion, Body shaming, Child death, Drug use, Suicide, Sexual content, Pregnancy, Panic attacks/disorders, Miscarriage, Mental illness, Medical content, Stalking, Fatphobia, and Death of parent