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chipottleworker's review
5.0
jordanlynlea's review
5.0
I went through such a rollercoaster of emotions reading this one! Omg! I’m so glad to I read it. The ending did make me sad but I feel like that’s the way it had to be. It wouldn’t have made such an impact without it. I really enjoyed the style and hope to read more from this author in the future.
sam_hartwig's review
3.0
Well that ending kinda sucked. All that build up, and not really knowing what happened to Sadie... Not cool!
I did love listening to this on audio though, the production was incredible. This book is definitely made to be listened to.
I did love listening to this on audio though, the production was incredible. This book is definitely made to be listened to.
tonatyuh's review
5.0
This book emotionally destroyed me. It's message will live on forever in my heart.
lindseyannd's review
4.0
3.5 rounded up.
If you’re a fan of audio dramas and true crime podcasts, I recommend go with the audio book.
If you’re a fan of audio dramas and true crime podcasts, I recommend go with the audio book.
chelseaschuth's review
4.0
4.5 Stars
“But love is complicated, it’s messy. It can inspire selflessness, selfishness, our greatest accomplishments and our hardest mistakes. It brings us together and it can just as easily drive us apart.”
“But love is complicated, it’s messy. It can inspire selflessness, selfishness, our greatest accomplishments and our hardest mistakes. It brings us together and it can just as easily drive us apart.”
susanneverreads's review
5.0
When I first picked this book up a year or so ago, I read the first bit and had to put it down. Not because it was a bad book, but simply because I knew I just needed the audiobook as well. When I found out my library had it, I instantly had it on hold. I started reading/listening the night I got it.
I could have easily finished this book within one sitting. The only reason I didn't is simply that life doesn't always allow that. This book is something else. I needed and still need to know what happened.
I HIGHLY recommend listening to at least the podcast sections of the book in audio form, which is what I did. It honestly takes it to another level. This book is something that I didn't know I needed to read. There are warnings people need to be aware of in case they cannot handle situations such as child abuse, pedophilia, violence, or substance abuse. Not that the book goes into much detail about certain topics, they are in this book.
I'm going to be honest, my brain is not fully wrapped around this book but yet at the same time, it is. As mentioned before, I didn't know that this book was something I needed to read. It almost opens your eyes to things. After all, people don't change. They just get better at hiding who they really are.
EDIT: I just read on a blog review that the podcast from this book is actually available. I was able to find it on Spotify by searching 'The Girls: Find Sadie'. I have not listened to it and I don't know if I will. I will update if I do and find that it is different than the books podcast. Though, I highly doubt that. Bouns: There is a interview with Courtney Summers as well on Spotify.
I could have easily finished this book within one sitting. The only reason I didn't is simply that life doesn't always allow that. This book is something else. I needed and still need to know what happened.
I HIGHLY recommend listening to at least the podcast sections of the book in audio form, which is what I did. It honestly takes it to another level. This book is something that I didn't know I needed to read. There are warnings people need to be aware of in case they cannot handle situations such as child abuse, pedophilia, violence, or substance abuse. Not that the book goes into much detail about certain topics, they are in this book.
I'm going to be honest, my brain is not fully wrapped around this book but yet at the same time, it is. As mentioned before, I didn't know that this book was something I needed to read. It almost opens your eyes to things. After all, people don't change. They just get better at hiding who they really are.
EDIT: I just read on a blog review that the podcast from this book is actually available. I was able to find it on Spotify by searching 'The Girls: Find Sadie'. I have not listened to it and I don't know if I will. I will update if I do and find that it is different than the books podcast. Though, I highly doubt that. Bouns: There is a interview with Courtney Summers as well on Spotify.
amandalyn's review
5.0
The audiobook of this novel was insanely good! I love full cast productions and this one was a stunning example. As always, Courtney Summers didn’t fail to break my whole heart. There were multiple times I had to fight tears on the train.
THE ENDING WAS SO RUDE THOUGH.
THE ENDING WAS SO RUDE THOUGH.
jhartford's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault, Death, and Child abuse
cawilliams29's review against another edition
challenging
dark
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
One of the best YA books I've read in a really long time. The importance of this story can not be overstated, but more than that, the writing, character work and plot was brilliant.
Courtney Summers creates one of the most unforgettable protagonists with Sadie, I will never forget her story of abuse, survival, love and revenge.
The book goes between Sadies point of view and that of the podcast, 'The girls'. I can not recommend the audiobook enough for this reason! The production of the podcast and the full cast of characters is just phenomenal, I could have easily been listening to a true crime podcast, all of these characters were so real to me.
Summers converged these two plot points excellently, the way Sadies point of view would tie into the podcast episodes and the reveals, characters and story of Sadie unravelled brilliantly between the two.
We follow Sadie, who was abused as a child and following the death of her beloved younger sister goes on a dangerous journey of revenge and redemption, hunting for her sisters killer.
The podcast is looking for Sadie now she is missing and retracing her steps trying to find her and figure out what happened to her and her sister.
A harrowing tale of the abuse of children and the lengths one girl would go to stop it.
The writing, character work, plot and overall themes of this book were excellent. There is never any graphic detail of the dark themes but they are alluded to skillfully and in my opinion, gracefully. This is a story no one wanted to hear but everyone needs to.
The ending is a mixed bag, I never saw it coming but can't say I was too suprised either. Like the rest of the story the choices there made the story feel even more real.
It is difficult to read about Sadie and the other girls in this story, challenging to face the all too real reality that dangerous people often hide behind kind masks and society can't see through them until its too late.
This is a necessary and impactful read for all. Please pick up the audiobook.
Courtney Summers creates one of the most unforgettable protagonists with Sadie, I will never forget her story of abuse, survival, love and revenge.
The book goes between Sadies point of view and that of the podcast, 'The girls'. I can not recommend the audiobook enough for this reason! The production of the podcast and the full cast of characters is just phenomenal, I could have easily been listening to a true crime podcast, all of these characters were so real to me.
Summers converged these two plot points excellently, the way Sadies point of view would tie into the podcast episodes and the reveals, characters and story of Sadie unravelled brilliantly between the two.
We follow Sadie, who was abused as a child and following the death of her beloved younger sister goes on a dangerous journey of revenge and redemption, hunting for her sisters killer.
The podcast is looking for Sadie now she is missing and retracing her steps trying to find her and figure out what happened to her and her sister.
A harrowing tale of the abuse of children and the lengths one girl would go to stop it.
The writing, character work, plot and overall themes of this book were excellent. There is never any graphic detail of the dark themes but they are alluded to skillfully and in my opinion, gracefully. This is a story no one wanted to hear but everyone needs to.
The ending is a mixed bag, I never saw it coming but can't say I was too suprised either. Like the rest of the story the choices there made the story feel even more real.
It is difficult to read about Sadie and the other girls in this story, challenging to face the all too real reality that dangerous people often hide behind kind masks and society can't see through them until its too late.
This is a necessary and impactful read for all. Please pick up the audiobook.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Child abuse, and Drug abuse
Moderate: Murder