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Skye (14 KP) rated The Girl on the Train in Books

Jul 30, 2017  
The Girl on the Train
The Girl on the Train
Paula Hawkins | 2016 | Mystery, Thriller
9
7.6 (173 Ratings)
Book Rating
Great plot, keeps syou guessing (0 more)
Annoying main character (0 more)
Great suspense.
This is a good book and I would recommend it to mystery/suspense fans. However, I found the main character, Rachel annoying. She whines often and many times is just off the rail. But, I like the writing and believe this is done intentionally. Rachel hates herself, she is often angry with herself, she is hitting rock bottom, and why would the reader not feel the same way in light of a first person narrative. The writing makes you feel for Rachel, your embarrassed for her, confused, angry, upset, you pity her, in a way you come to understand her, and it adds to the narrative of the novel. You think you have it figured out (and you might the clues are there), but at times your not sure (Rachel is an unreliable narrator). This book is worth a read.
  
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Erika Kehlet (21 KP) rated The Crêpes of Wrath (A Pancake House Mystery Book 1) in Books

Feb 21, 2018  
The Crêpes of Wrath (A Pancake House Mystery Book 1)
The Crêpes of Wrath (A Pancake House Mystery Book 1)
Sarah Fox | 2016 | Mystery
8
8.3 (3 Ratings)
Book Rating
With this installment, the Pancake House Mystery series is off to a great start. I loved the characters, the sea-side setting, and the suspense. Throw in some delicious sounding recipes and a little romance, and this was an all-around wonderful cozy mystery. There were enough suspects to keep me guessing right up to the end, and I couldn’t put it down until I found out “who did it”. Cozy fans shouldn’t miss this one.

A word of warning about this book – if you are a fan of pancakes, waffles, and other such breakfasty goodies, then don’t read it on an empty stomach! :)

<i>NOTE: I received a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.</i>
  
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ArecRain (8 KP) rated Share and Share Alike (Aspen Valley, #3) in Books

Jan 18, 2018  
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Share and Share Alike (Aspen Valley, #3)
Hannah Hooton | 2014
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
I received a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review

The third in the series has more of suspense feel to it than the others, I have to say it didn’t work for me. I don’t really do suspense even when it’s paired with romance, so I found myself enjoying this novel less than the first two. I did enjoy how much love these characters had for animals. As someone who loves all animals (I am that person who won’t step on a spider!), it warmed my heart to see their devotion.

The bottomline is that, despite not enjoying the mystery/suspense aspect, it was an enjoyable read. The characters are easy to like and their actions make more sense than those of characters in the previous installment. This was one of those novels where I enjoyed reading about the journey rather than reading towards the goal.

It’s also much easier to pick up on the language after read a few of these novels. If you are not used to European, particularly British, terms, then it could throw you off. The author makes sure these don’t actually interfere with the story, however.

_ Arec
<a href="https://rainythursdays.wordpress.com">Rainy Thursdays</a>
  
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BookwormMama14 (18 KP) rated The House on Foster Hill in Books

Jan 2, 2019  
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The House on Foster Hill
Jaime Jo Wright | 2017
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Just the right amount of suspense, mystery, romance, and creepiness......to satisfy the bookish mind!

I am not typically a "suspense" reader (and DEFINITELY not a suspense movie type of person at all). But when word about this book started circulating around the bookish world last year...I just knew I HAD to read it!!! I mean just look at that cover...It screams "YOU MUST READ ME! You MUST discover the secrets that I hold within these pages!"

Be prepared for a lot of emotions that will be brought to the surface while reading The House on Foster Hill. Jaime addresses some very difficult topics in this book. And I am SO glad she does. It is not easy to read about, but the TRUTH must be shared. The secrets, the pain, the shame, must all be brought forward for healing, restoration, and freedom.

With a dual timeline, the author alternates between the present and the past with flawless accuracy. Secrets and shame hide behind the walls of Foster Hill House. What will be revealed? And what will be lost to history forever?

I received a complimentary copy of The House on Foster Hill. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine alone.