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atrevin12's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
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? No
3.5
Quick, enjoyable read. The mystery surrounding the murders was really interesting and plenty of characters to suspect.
Moderate: Murder
inkdrinkers's review against another edition
dark
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
It's hard not to enjoy Charlaine Harris' writing. It's light, fluffy, and simple enough to read quickly for something lighthearted. For a book about gruesome murders, that's what this book was - lighthearted and funny at times. It wasn't amazing, but it also wasn't awful. It was a fun read and a solid three but I don't think I'll be reading any more of the series.
My comments on the mental illness aspect of the book are in the spoiler.
My comments on the mental illness aspect of the book are in the spoiler.
Graphic: Ableism, Kidnapping, and Murder
The portrayal of mental illness in this isn't fantastic, but it's certainly not terrible. I was happy she didn't make the mentally ill character the murderer and instead chose to show him getting help.prettylightsandcitynights's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
2.0
I had a really hard time with this book. The writing is not my style - it seems to be an older author who doesn't fit with my younger speaking rhythm and use of contractions. I did find Aurora funny and refreshing on occasion, enough to finish the book, but not enough to read any more in the series.
Graphic: Death and Murder
madsmcw_reads's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Graphic: Death, Blood, Kidnapping, Suicide attempt, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Racism