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charlotte_helen's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This book is emotional and gripping. The way it is written in short chapters with big plot twists makes it difficult to put down. I really enjoyed how it was written to also include the perspective of a sociopath, a voice that isn’t usually focused upon in crime mystery books. I also enjoyed how this second book in the series enabled readers to learn more about DI Kim Stone’s life and provided multiple opportunities for character development.
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Death, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Pedophilia, Rape, Suicidal thoughts, Murder, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Gaslighting, and Abandonment
Moderate: Animal cruelty
eemcm's review against another edition
dark
fast-paced
- 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
1.5
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, and Rape
alicew's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Mental illness, Pedophilia, Toxic relationship, and Grief
Moderate: Child abuse, Mental illness, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , and Abandonment
Minor: Child death
booktrishandmagic's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-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? Yes
5.0
Evil Games is a cross between police procedural and a psychological thriller, my favorite! 😍 I absolutely love Detective Kim Stone. She’s the perfect protagonist. She’s excellent at her job and has all the flaws needed for a perfectly unbalanced main character. What separates this series from others, is that these books are disturbing and horrifying, but very realistic. There is a lot to digest with this book, a lot of really sensitive topics were brought up. Evil Games is a roller coaster of emotions, mostly terrifying and sad. The best part about this book is that the plot is highly original, I’ve never read anything like it before! I was on the edge of my seat waiting for the next twist the whole time, a real page turner. Before I even had finished the book, I was adding the other 12 books to my wishlist 😂 I need more of Kim and her badass detective skills while also dealing with her past. Thanks to @firepitandbooks I now have a new addiction. I highly recommend you check out this book series!
Graphic: Rape
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Child death, and Pedophilia